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Satellite® P25 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ InTouch® Center 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 219 in this guide. TOSHIBA C6654-0603M1 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 2
system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 3
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 4
information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. Installation When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 5
notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 6
user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 7
problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support review devices or services is perceived TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in the user - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 8
specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 9
frequency band: only channels 10 and 11 (2457 MHz and 2462 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for every installation, indoor and outdoor installations. Please contact ART for procedure to follow. Bande de fréquence restreinte : seuls les canaux 10 à 11 (2457 et 2462 MHz - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 10
with Part 15 user. Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two types of antennas. The both of antenna types, when installed are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen. For both antennas, the radiated output power - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 11
co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design. Any use of low power - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 12
to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 13
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This Toshiba. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 14
14 Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. This device works on passive scan only. A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode. 802.11b (2.4GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland 802.11a (5GHz) Australia - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 15
for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/ Luxembourg 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 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 16
PC. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/ tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 17
Toshiba PC product support on web site http:// www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http:// www.pcsupport.global.toshiba scientists who continually review and interpret the the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 18
: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 19
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 user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 20
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 P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 21
. DVD-ROM, Multifunction drive safety instructions The DVD-ROM and Multifunction drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 22
, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Trademarks Satellite, InTouch, and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, SelectServ, FreedomWare, and SmartMedia are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 23
Desktop, Media Center Edition, and DirectShow are registered trademarks, and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc. Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/ Dolby and the double-D symbol are - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 24
Contents Introduction 33 This guide 33 Safety icons 34 Other icons used 35 Other documentation 35 Service options 36 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 37 Making sure you have everything 37 Front with the display closed 38 Back 39 Right side 40 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 25
the AC adapter 56 Charging the main battery 58 Using the computer for the first time 59 Opening the display panel 59 Turning on the power 59 Using the TouchPad 60 Control buttons 61 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 61 Installing additional memory (optional 62 Removing a memory module - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 26
26 Contents Windows® special keys 77 Overlay keys 78 Starting a program 80 Saving your work 80 Printing your work 81 Backing up your files 81 Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 82 Drive components and control buttons 83 DVD-ROM drive components 83 CD/DVD control buttons 84 CD/DVD - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 27
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Power management 102 Charging the battery 103 Charging the RTC battery 104 Monitoring battery power 105 Determining remaining battery power 105 Conserving battery power 106 What to do - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 28
lost, what do I do 140 Windows® XP Help and Support Center .........140 Using the online tours and tutorials 142 Lesson 15: Turning off your computer 143 Chapter 6: Getting to Know the Windows Program from the TV Guide..........160 Watching a - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 29
Your Music Library Using Windows Media Player 171 Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library 172 DVD 182 Stopping a DVD Movie 183 Playing a DVD movie already in your drive .....184 Changing the Media Center Settings 184 Chapter 7: Exploring Your Options 193 Windows - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 30
Service Provider .206 Surfing the Internet 206 Internet features 207 Uploading and downloading files on the Internet 207 Exploring video features 208 Changing the display properties setting 208 Display settings hot key Card supporting software 215 Inserting PC Cards 215 Removing PC Cards 216 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 31
Manager ...........227 Memory card problems 229 Power and the batteries 230 Keyboard problems 231 Display problems 232 Disk drive problems 234 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems ....236 Sound system problems 237 PC Card problems 237 Printer problems 241 Modem problems 242 Develop good - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 32
32 Contents Sound 251 Power usage mode 251 Stand by mode 252 Hibernation mode 253 Display modes 254 Display modes 254 Enabling a wireless device 255 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 255 Keyboard hot keys 256 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 257 Glossary 258 Index 273 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 33
system comes with the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition (MCE) operating system. Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access. This guide contains information about your operating system and how it functions with your Toshiba computer. For specific information on - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 34
with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 35
user's guide icon on your desktop or in the DOCS folder on the C: drive. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery CDs. ❖ For accessory information, visit Toshiba's web site at toshiba.com. ❖ The Microsoft® Windows - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 36
36 Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServTM limited warranty programs. For more information, visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 37
Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 38
the display closed Display latch Remote IR port* Front panel lights Secondary modular bay with TV tuner installed CD/DVD control buttons Primary modular bay *Functional only with optional Toshiba remote control The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 39
you plug in the AC adapter for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The RGB (monitor DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 480 the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 40
the modem to a phone line" on page 92. The two stacked PC Card slots support up to two Type I or Type II PC Cards, or one Type III PC SD® card slot holds a stamp-size flash memory card with various capacities of memory. The S-video port lets you play DVD audio and video on a projector or TV that - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 41
on/off switch* Security lock slot * functional only on systems with a wireless module installed The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you monaural microphone or other audio input device. The line in jack lets you connect a DVD or CD player, cassette tape player, or record player to your computer. The - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 42
Front with the display open Front with the display open Screen Function keys Power button System indicator lights Keyboard Palm rest Primary button Speaker TouchPad CD/DVD control buttons Internet button TOSHIBA Console button One Touch TV Out button Secondary button Speaker Front panel - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 43
light glows green when the AC adapter is attached to the computer. The Power on light glows blue when the computer is on. The light blinks when the computer is in Standby mode. The battery light indicates the main battery's current charge. It glows green when the battery is fully charged. It glows - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 44
is completely discharged. For more information on determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 105. Indicator lights The hard disk drive light flashes while the hard disk drive is being accessed. The SD® card slot light goes on when the card slot is in use. On those - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 45
of several possible optical drive modules. A DVD-ROM drive is shown in place. For more information, see "Using the Modular Bay" on page 212. The expansion memory slot cover protects the two expansion memory slots where you insert additional memory. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 46
Your Way Around Underside The hard disk drive is the computer's permanent data storage device. To prevent possible CPU overheating, do not block the cooling vents when the computer is in use. The battery pack contains the battery. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 47
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes 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 P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 48
the computer, turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 49
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 49 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the screen. Seating and posture When using your computer, maintain good - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 50
so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare. ❖ Avoid placing your computer in front - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 51
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 51 Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 52
Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is being drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Keep the computer and disks - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 53
before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See Connecting the AC adapter for more information. Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 54
Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue. To register online, your computer's modem must have an Internet connection. A window will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. If you click No, you may register with - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 55
external devices Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software first. See "Setting up your software" on page 53. Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 62) ❖ Connect a mouse - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 56
could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter. When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Manual. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 57
Connecting the AC adapter 57 To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the computer. Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 58
58 Getting Started Charging the main battery The AC power and battery lights glow. DANGER Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 59
high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Turning on the power 1 Check that any drives on the computer are empty. 2 Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 60
Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 105. The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use. The disc activity indicator flashes while - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 61
TouchPad and control buttons together" on page 119. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button. The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 62
. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see "Hot Keys" on page 249). Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 63
memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. Additional memory comes in various capacities (visit Toshiba's website at toshiba.com for more information). There are two memory before you replace them. You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a memory module. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 64
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Memory slot cover Base of a Satellite P25 series computer 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that secure the expansion memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover. Removing the memory slot cover - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 65
module should be level when secured in place. Inserting 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. 9 Replace the expansion memory slot cover. 10 Replace the screws and tighten them. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 66
properly, as described in step 8. Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 62. 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up. Removing the memory module 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally to pull it out - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 67
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 67 Connecting a mouse You may want to use a mouse If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly. Never connect the printer cable while the computer's power is on. Doing so - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 68
connector into one of the USB ports on your computer 2 Plug the printer's power cable into a live AC outlet. To connect a parallel printer: Connecting the parallel printer cable while the case, then you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer. You - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 69
Getting Started Setting up a printer 69 the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating system Add Printer Hardware. 2 Select Printers and Faxes. The Printers and Faxes window appears. Sample Printers and Faxes window 3 Click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard starts. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 70
automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual. 5 If the printer you are setting up: ❖ Is not connected to this computer. If you select Local printer, check "Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer." ❖ Is connected to a network, select Network - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 71
computer 71 7 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your printer, then click Next. 8 Select the port settings according to the instructions in your printer's documentation time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 72
hours to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer, you have , use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that, when drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data. For more information, see "Powering - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 73
computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the disk activity lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. Using a computer lock You may want to secure - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 74
computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief into the security lock slot, then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it. The computer is now securely locked to deter computer theft - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 75
. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See "Power management" on page 102. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 76
hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. ❖ Use Error-Checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level. Consult your Windows Character keys Typing with the character keys is - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 77
Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run programmed functions when you press them. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons run specific functions on the computer. Windows® special keys Application key Windows logo key Windows® special keys - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 78
78 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as the secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary mouse button). Overlay - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 79
press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control keys. To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift. To turn off the numeric keypad overlay, is on, hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys. To return to the cursor control overlay, release Shift. To turn off the cursor control - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 80
Run dialog box The Windows® XP operating system tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on page 125. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive. Always save your data - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 81
on how to name a file, see "Windows® XP file system" on page 118. Printing your work Verify that the Windows® XP operating system is set up for of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. For those systems with a floppy disk drive, you may back up file to a floppy disk as follows: - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 82
, follow the instructions in "Using the Modular Bay" on page 212. drive or Multifunction drive. HINT: Your DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive is designed to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 83
-ROM drive components Your DVD-ROM drive may look like this: Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD-ROM drive Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. The eject button requires power to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive HINT: When the computer is off and the DVD-ROM drive is on, press the stop/eject control button on the top of the computer to eject a disc. CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons on the front edge of the computer let you to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 85
mode and operates as digital audio file a stand-alone CD begins to play. player. If a DVD is in the drive, the operating system starts and the DVD player starts. While in CD/DVD DVD-ROM drive mode, you press the power turns off. mode button Operating system is If a CD is in the running and you - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 86
use the Volume Control switch or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control). 1 If the computer is turned on, press the eject button on the DVD-ROM drive. The disc tray partially opens. To avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 87
the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 87 4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up. Inserting a disc Be careful not to touch the drive's lens (located underneath the drive's spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle. If you position and close the disc tray. The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 89
DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive 89 Rewind Play Fast forward Stop Previous track Volume control Next track Mute Sample Windows MediaTM Player screen The Windows of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 90
DVD. Removing a disc with the computer on Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disk or the drive paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 91
is locked. Caring for CDs and DVDs ❖ Store your discs in their original the surface of a compact disc can prevent the drive from reading the data properly. ❖ Avoid exposing discs before inserting it in the drive. Setting up for communications To line ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) To connect - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 92
-11 telephone line. For more information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's web site at toshiba.com. 1 Attach one end of a standard RJ-11 telephone cable 1 Click Start and point to All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications. 3 Click Network Setup Wizard or Network - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 93
shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-inuse 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 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 94
the Basics Using Shut down Holding the shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is open, changes the Stand uses a little more time and battery power than restarting from Stand by because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of memory. ❖ When starting up again, - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 95
by holds the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors when choosing Stand by: ❖ While in Stand by mode, the computer uses some battery power. The battery will eventually discharge in Stand by mode. If - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 96
of these methods, you first need to turn on the feature in the Toshiba Power Management Utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the Toshiba Power Management icon. The Power Options Properties dialog box appears. 3 Click the Advanced tab, and select the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 97
to the hard disk, and then powers down completely. Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode by pressing the power button or closing the display panel. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the Toshiba Power - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 98
the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK, then close the Control Panel panel. If your computer is running on batteries, you cannot start it again by opening the display panel. To turn the system - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 99
the status of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks to indicate the machine is in Stand by mode. If you power down using the Stand by and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 100
enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Open the Toshiba Power Management icon. 3 Click the Advanced tab. 4 Select Stand By for the options you want. When I press the power you press the power button. When from Stand by mode, press the power button. The computer returns to the screen - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 101
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 on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 102
battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for up to a month while the computer is turned off. For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 103
in system performance or stability issues. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's InTouch Center. Charging the battery Battery charge time may vary depending on - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 104
computer and leave it turned off for at least 48 hours. When Hibernate mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-time clock. TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 105
perform its calculations. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the Toshiba Power Management icon. The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery. The value displays as a percentage of remaining - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 106
the battery. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the display panel instead of an external monitor ❖ How much you use the hard disk and other drives - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 107
the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes. What to do when the battery runs low When the battery runs low you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the battery. ❖ Put the computer in Hibernate mode and replace the battery with - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 108
can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power haw been reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound an power down when the alarm goes off. To set an alarm: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the Toshiba Power - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 109
is running low, you have two options-connect the computer to an AC power source or install a charged battery. When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or shortcircuit its terminals. Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer via the Start menu or place - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 110
its life. Safety precautions ❖ If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or shape while it is being 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 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 111
protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through toshiba.com. ❖ Reverse Polarity should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 112
pack 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 LED glows green. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use. ❖ If you will not be - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 113
which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or disposed of. Putting spent batteries 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. The materials that came with - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 114
114 Mobile Computing Traveling tips manuals, power cables, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 115
XP Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows® XP operating system by guiding you through a few basic tasks. If you have used a Windows® operating system before, you will find the Windows® XP operating system familiar. Whether you have used a Windows®operating system or not, the skill and - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 116
XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® XP operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 117
or program by dragging the element's icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Toshiba Access-Opens a window with links to software updates, services and support, and other important benefits. Recycle Bin-Holds files you've - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 118
Current time, Power usage mode, and speaker volume. To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate System tray icon. Windows® XP file than one file cabinet, just as your computer may have more than one disk drive. Computers can be connected together to form a network, so that programs, - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 119
119 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and -hand button. You can also double-tap the touch pad surface to perform the same function. Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically mention that button. For example, "click the secondary button." - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 120
to the Start button. Click Start, and select My Computer. The My Computer window appears. Sample My Computer window 6 Now click the Close button in the upper-right corner of this window. The operating system closes the My Computer window. If the taskbar is locked, you need to unlock it. To unlock - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 121
3: Learning about the Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar. The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Opening a Web page from a window The most common way to open a Web page is by typing a Web address in - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 122
displays the address bar. It indicates that you are in "My Computer." You can also type a Web address in the address line. Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program. 1 Move the pointer to an - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 123
123 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document The system opens the new document in Notepad-the text editor built into the operating system. Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens, there is a new button on the taskbar that reads My - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 124
to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Lesson 5: Creating a new folder DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet. In this case, a disk drive in the computer - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 125
, using two of the programs that are built into the Windows® XP operating system: Paint and Windows Explorer. 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. The operating system displays a list of program folders. 2 Point to Accessories, then click Paint. The operating system opens Paint-a basic drawing - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 126
. 4 Point to Accessories, then click Windows Explorer. The operating system opens Windows Explorer, which provides access to all your computer's resources. For example, it lets you see all the files in a particular folder on the computer's hard disk. Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 127
them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program. This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size, shape, and position of windows open on the desktop. Using the taskbar If you have applications open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by pointing to the taskbar - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 128
a good way to clean up the desktop without actually closing programs. 3 Click the Maximize button in the top-right corner of the Paint window. The Paint window expands to fill the screen, hiding everything except the taskbar. Notice that the Maximize button has changed. It is now called the Restore - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 129
Explorer, placing it on the right side of the desktop. Now that the windows are side by side, you can see how you could refer to one window while working in the other. Resizing and moving windows allows you to rearrange the desktop to suit your needs. Experiment with different sizes and placements - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 130
. You will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently. This lesson explains how to create shortcuts using two Windows® accessories, Calculator and Character Map, as examples. Creating a shortcut to the Calculator Use this method when you know the name and location of - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 131
, then click Shortcut. The operating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog box. Sample Create Shortcut dialog box 3 In the Command line box, type c:\windows\system32\calc.exe and click Next. The operating system prompts you to select a name for the shortcut. 4 Type Calculator and click Finish - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 132
132 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search options on the Start menu 2 Click All Files and Folders. The operating system displays the Search Results dialog box. Sample Search Results dialog box - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 133
Type char in the All or part of the file name: text box, and then click Search. The operating system displays a list of all the files with "char will also introduce you to properties. The operating system treats all windows, icons, programs, drives, etc. as self-contained objects, each with its own - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 134
134 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver of these properties can be customized to meet your particular needs and tastes. DEFINITION: An object - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 135
135 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time 4 Click the arrow beside the current option to open the screen saver list box. 5 Scroll through the screen saver options by clicking the scroll arrows in the list box. 6 Try a screen saver pattern by clicking a - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 136
drop-down list box and set your time zone. 6 Click OK. There is a third tab, Internet Time, which when selected allows you to have Windows® XP automatically synchronize your time. However, you need to be connected to the Internet for this function to work. Continue - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 137
137 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Lesson 12: Removing objects from the the Recycle Bin. 3 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon. The operating system opens the Recycle Bin window. Notice that all the icons you dropped on the Recycle Bin are - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 138
138 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Sample Recycle Bin open on the desktop 4 To completely remove an object, select it, and - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 139
Know the Windows® XP Operating moved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin. Lesson 13: Using System Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, System Tools and click System Restore. The System Restore Welcome screen appears - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 140
use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time. Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? This lesson teaches you how to use some of the Help and Support features in Windows® XP operating system. Windows® XP Help and Support Center The Windows® XP operating system - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 141
topics listed under Picture. One of them, Creating pictures using Paint, looks promising. 4 Double-click Creating pictures using Paint. Help opens a topic screen that gives a brief description of how to draw pictures, including an icon to start the Paint program. Sample Drawing help window 5 Click - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 142
" is a helpful introduction to the new features in the Windows® XP operating system. Sample Windows® XP Tours and tutorials window To start a Windows® XP tour or tutorial: 1 Click Start, then Help and Support. 2 Click What's new in Windows XP. 3 Click Taking a tour or tutorial. 4 On the right - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 143
off your computer Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the Windows® XP operating system shut down your computer. As it shuts down, the operating system performs a ways to shut down your computer. For more information, see "Powering down the computer" on page 93. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 144
® XP Media Center Edition This section introduces you to the Windows Media Center Edition, a complete multimedia center where you can play your entire , or play them as a slide show. ❖ Browse, select, and play music CDs and DVD movies. ❖ Update the Television Program Guide from the Internet. 144 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 145
145 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup Media Center Setup This section shows you how to set up your computer to use the Media Center. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 146
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup If you have a cable TV set-top box, satellite, or other set-top backing tape on the end of the cable and press it into place over the IR window on your box. Connecting the TV Signal Source Connect the signal source for your TV - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 147
the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Media Center Setup 2 Turn on the TV and select the TV IN video source (refer to your TV set reference manual as cable Set-top box/ satellite In Remote sensor Set-top box/ satellite Out Coaxial cable VCR In Set-top box/ satellite Out Splitter In Splitter Out - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 148
148 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center connection to download your television service provider's program guide. Know your ZIP Code. Provide the name of your television service provider, if you subscribe to either cable or satellite TV. Provide the brand - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 149
the Media Center Setup, follow the wizard onscreen prompts. When the wizard finishes, the Media Center main window displays. You can run Media Center side by side with other Windows software programs. It's possible to browse through your pictures, watch videos, play music, and even record TV - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 150
Media Center main window is the central point for controlling all Media Center features. With a quick click of the mouse or using your remote control, you can: ❖ Watch or record TV programs ❖ Listen to music ❖ Display your digital photos ❖ Watch your own digital movies ❖ Watch a DVD movie ❖ Change - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 151
151 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center Home screen Back Help Sample Title Bar Icons Use the Media Playback controls at the bottom of the screen to control your movies, music, and photo displays. Media Playback controls - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 152
as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or controls the playback of a movie in a VCR or DVD player. Using the remote control, you can: ❖ Navigate and control all Media Center windows. ❖ Control the video or live TV display. ❖ Place the computer in and out of standby mode. The remote - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 153
Enter The Remote Control The remote control has the following buttons/functions: Standby - Puts the computer into a power reduced standby state. Record - Records the selected television program and stores it on your hard disk. Stop - Stops the media currently playing. REW (Rewind) - Moves the media - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 154
- The button provides more details on a TV program that is listed in the Guide. My Videos - Opens the My Videos window. My Music - Opens the My Music window. My TV - Opens the My TV window. My Pictures - Opens the My Pictures window. Volume - Increases (+) or decreases (-) sound. Mute - Turns your - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 155
key on a keyboard. Enter - Selects the desired action or window option. Remote Control Button Groups Use your remote control to navigate all the Media Center windows direct access buttons open specific windows within the Media Center, such as the Television Program Guide, a DVD main menu, and live TV - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 156
video files that are stored in the My Videos or the Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer. Media Playback Buttons These buttons allow you to play back picture slide shows, music files, playlists, music CDs, DVD movies, home videos, and live TV, from within the Media Center program. Use Pause to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 157
to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Guide, you can press the Record button once to record a TV show. ❖ In the Guide, you can press it twice to record a TV series. ❖ In the Guide file. ❖ For music, Skip moves to the next track. ❖ For DVDs, Skip moves to the next chapter. ❖ For videos and live TV and - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 158
your remote control and the remote sensor. 2 Press the Start button to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window. Use the arrow keys on the remote control to select an item, and then press OK to select an option and begin using the Media Center. Watching Television - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 159
159 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs ❖ Quickly remote control. The channel number displays in the window. 3 Using the arrow buttons, select the TV viewing window, and then press OK to maximize the TV window to full screen mode. You can also press - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 160
depends on your television service provider. By selecting a program title, a detailed description of the program appears at the bottom of the window. ❖ You can have Media Center automatically connect to the Internet and update your Guide. Not all Internet Service Providers support this feature. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 161
manually update the TV Guide in the Media Center Settings window at any time, even if you have automatic updates set up. ❖ If the TV Guide calendar days of TV listings depends on your television service provider. ❖ The TV Guide does not display past TV listings. Sample TV Guide screen ❖ Use the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 162
Program Recorded TV is the storage place for all your recorded programs. In the Recorded TV window, you can sort your shows by name, date, or category. You can also delete . ❖ Select Scheduled to view a list of all programs scheduled to be recorded. You can also resolve any recording conflicts in - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 163
to begin watching the program. Searching for a TV Program You can search the TV Guide to find a TV program by entering a title, keyword, or by selecting a are displayed, select a time and press OK. 4 Select Play in the window, and then press OK on the remote control to begin watching the program in - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 164
you can record another or future show or series from the Guide, the Search, or the Settings window in My TV. To record a TV show you are currently listed in the TV Guide. To make sure your show is being recorded, you can select TV Guide. The Record icon should appear next to the show in the TV Guide - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 165
selected will be displayed in the inset window at the bottom of the window. ❖ When scheduling a recording in the TV Guide, you can press the Record button once cause recording options to be unavailable. You may need to manually update the Guide before scheduling a recording. If you turn off (shut - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 166
numeric buttons on the remote control to go directly to a channel. Press the right arrow button in the Guide to select a show that will be broadcast in the future. 3 Select Record in the window and press OK on the remote control to record the show. The Record icon appears next to the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 167
appears next to the show in the Guide. 5 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window. If there is a recording conflict, the the scroll arrows on the bottom of the window to view the Settings button. 2 Select TV/DVD. 3 Select Manual Record. 4 Enter the channel number using the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 168
Internet Service Provider. ❖ Manually update the My TV Television Program Guide. ❖ Check your remote control. ❖ Change your ZIP Code to receive the correct Television Program Guide for your area. To change settings, on the My TV screen, click Settings. Sample TV Settings screen This window allows - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 169
Windows® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV ❖ Recording a TV program, including manually recording ❖ The TV Guide ❖ The TV Signal ❖ Parental Control specifications ❖ DVD . 2 Select Recorder, and then select Scheduled to display a list of programs that you have scheduled to record. 3 Select the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 170
using your remote control. You can store your music files in the My Music folder or in other folders on your hard drive, however, you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them. In My Music, you can: ❖ Play - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 171
them. To add music files: 1 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Player. 2 Click the Media Library tab on the side of the window. The first time you select Media Library, a message tells you that Windows Media Player needs to search your computer for your music files. 3 Click Yes - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 172
Player Library You can place all your music files into the My Music folder or into other folders on your hard drive, however, you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them. You may have already copied and organized - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 173
® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 4 Select Search to search all drives, or select Browse to search through a specific drive. 5 Select the desired drive and then click OK. Windows Media Player searches the selected drives for all supported audio files and adds them to the Media Library. If - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 174
the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 2 Press the Start button on the remote control. 3 Insert a CD into the CD drive - the My Music window, select Albums, Artists, Playlists, View Songs, or Genres to display a list of all items in that category. In these windows, you will have - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 175
Music 2 Use the arrow keys to select a music file, and then press the Play button on the remote control to begin playing that music file. If you back up music files from a CD using Windows Media Player 9, you must log the files into the media player's play list before you can play them - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 176
randomly played. Finding and Playing an Album 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select My Music, and then select Albums. 2 In the Albums window, select View by list or View by cover to organize all of the albums available. 3 Use the arrow buttons to select an album, and then press OK on - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 177
even a playlist that contains background music for a slide show. Use Windows Media Player to create playlists and then play them back using Media Your new playlist should appear under the My Playlists area of the Media Player window. 4 In the Media Library, select the music file that you want to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 178
by using your remote control or your keyboard and mouse. Sample My Pictures screen After you organize your pictures in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer, open Media Center to view your pictures: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to open the Media Center Start menu. 2 Select My - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 179
to go to the next or the previous picture manually or use the arrow buttons to select Play slide a slide show, Media Center uses the first folder listed. If you have picture files that are not stored by name. Watching Your Digital Movies The My Videos window in the Media Center makes it easy to play - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 180
Your Videos When you attach a digital video camera to your PC, Windows asks you how you want to capture your video. You can choose file to the My Videos folder in Windows Explorer. If not, move your videos into the My Videos or Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer for Media Center to be able - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 181
you organize your videos in the My Videos or Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer, open Media Center to watch your videos. 1 Press the Start full screen mode, or the folder opens displaying a list of video files. Use the mouse to resize the window if you want to watch your video while doing - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 182
182 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Watching a DVD 3 Use the arrow buttons DVD in another program, the use of some of the remote control buttons is not supported. To play a DVD movie in Media Center 1 Press the Start button on the remote control. 2 Insert the DVD into the drive - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 183
, move the mouse and click the Resize button on the taskbar of the DVD window. Sample Play DVD screen Stopping a DVD Movie 1 Press the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie. 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an item - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 184
to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings Playing a DVD movie already in your drive If you already have a DVD movie in your drive, but you have been doing other things in Media Center or in other programs from your desktop, you can play the DVD by: 1 Press the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 185
Media Center windows for all users and must be guide from the Internet. ❖ TV Signal sets up your TV or cable connection. User Controlled Settings Some settings can be selected by each person using the PC. These settings are: ❖ UI Sounds, Appearance, and Audio sets sound and display settings. ❖ DVD - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 186
on the remote control. Select OK in the window, and then press OK again. ❖ Select CD/DVD metadata to work offline. This option prevents Media your connection. Follow the on-screen instructions. ❖ Select Media Center Edition Online to connect to the Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition Web site. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 187
Windows® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings 2 Select TV/DVD. 3 Select Recorder. ❖ Select Scheduled to check a list of series. ❖ Select Storage to check the amount of recording space on your hard disk. Also, you can change the settings that affect the recording storage space - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 188
In the Recorder Defaults window, select Until I watch as the Keep setting for each recorded show. Change TV Guide Settings In the Guide Settings, you can select which channels to display and you can manually update your Guide from the Internet. TV Guide settings are the same for each user and can be - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 189
the Settings window, select TV/DVD. 3 In the TV settings menu, select Guide setup. ❖ Select Customize to show or hide channels that appear in the Guide. To network and Guide information for channels to display correctly. ❖ Select Get Guide data to manually update the Television Program Guide from - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 190
select Parental control. The first time you select Parental control, Media Center asks you to create a password. Use the numeric keys on the remote control to enter your password. 4 Select Movie/DVD Ratings. 5 Use the arrow buttons to select Turn on movie blocking, and then press OK. 6 Use the arrow - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 191
select closed captioning: 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select Settings. 2 Select TV/DVD. 3 Select Audio. 4 Use the arrow buttons to select the + or - buttons or on when mute. 5 Use the arrow buttons to select OK in the window, and then press OK on the remote control. 6 After you make your changes, - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 192
the Media Center Settings Changing Picture Settings Each user can set his or her own picture settings. 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select Settings. You may need to select the scroll arrows on the Start menu to view Settings. 2 In the Settings window, select Pictures. 3 Use the arrow buttons on - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 193
and enhancements, including: ❖ New system file protection ❖ A system restore function, allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode ❖ An improved help center, support automation, and automatic Windows® operating system update ❖ Wizards to simplify setting up your home network ❖ Ability - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 194
information from the Internet to always display ❖ Desktop style-how windows are displayed and how to browse folders and files ❖ Toolbars-what facility. Generically, it is known as the World Wide Web site address. Having a list of favorite URLs handy saves time. Using it bypasses the need for you to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 195
Properties window appears. 3 Click the Desktop tab. 4 Click the Customize Desktop button. 5 Click the Web tab. 6 Follow the instructions to set Properties window appears. 3 Click the Desktop tab. 4 Click the Customize Desktop button. 5 Click the Web tab. The operating system displays a list of - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 196
see your operating system documentation or access Windows® Help by clicking Start, Help and Support. Changing desktop and browsing style The . ❖ Folders will open in their own window instead of in the same window. ❖ Folders are accompanied by a list of common tasks instead of displayed alone. The - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 197
a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window. If you subscribe to the Web page, it can be automatically updated on a regular basis. For example, using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather, game scores, stock prices, or headlines-all in the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 198
You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window. As you browse, the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus. You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar. Address - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 199
used commands, such as copying, pasting, deleting items, changing views, and browsing backward and forward. Displaying a toolbar in a window 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. 2 On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click the name of the toolbar you want to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 200
of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, an external mouse, and an external diskette drive, you can work with your - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 201
program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you're having trouble and Modem options. 3 The Phone and Modem options window appears. 4 Click the Modems tab. A location - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 202
9 If the modem isn't working properly, click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions. 10 Click OK to close the properties box, Up Networking Wizard: 1 Click Start and point to All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. 3 Click Next. 4 Select - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 203
computers. Getting help transferring files 1 Click Start, then Help and Support. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Click the Index button. 3 In the dialog box, type direct cable connections. 4 Follow the online guide instructions. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet you may - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 204
DSL, a cable connection, or a satellite link ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) Once you have established an . The default setting for the modem is COM3. If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you may need to determine the current COM port - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 205
and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Signing up with an Internet Service Provider ❖ Getting started ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from the Internet For more information about the Internet - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 206
Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Signing up with an Internet Service Provider Microsoft's Web browser, Internet Explorer, which is preinstalled on your system, is automatically configured so that when you first start it, it guides - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 207
set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files on the Internet Transferring files - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 208
large amounts of data. You can also use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) supported by a separate software program. Exploring video features Your computer's video features provide the viewing of presentations or DVD movies on the computer screen. TECHNICAL NOTE: Video CD playback capability is not - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 209
screen blinks momentarily while the settings are adjusted. 4 The Monitor Settings window appears and asks if you want to keep the settings. 5 Click 2 through 5. Display settings hot key Using the Fn + F5 keys, you can set your system's display to view DVD movies or presentations on an external - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 210
capable of playing MP3 files. Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder. Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward 3 Click the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 211
disk space the sound file requires. Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs. 1 Open Sound Recorder, if necessary (click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder). 2 In the Sound Recorder window that require an external power source. Other types of - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 212
2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable drive modules, you can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with you when you travel. HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 213
front of the computer. Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Standby mode. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with this computer. For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes, see "Hibernation command" on page 94 and "Stand By command" on page 95 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 214
. Sliding the module out Inserting a module into the Modular Bay To install a module into the Modular Bay, simply slide the module all the to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of PC Cards - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 215
cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a set of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 216
216 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 2 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place. Inserting a PC Card If you have a Type III card, insert the connector into the lower slot. If you have a Type I or Type II card, - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 217
PC Card Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called "hot it is in use. For example: ❖ Never remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it. ❖ Never remove a network card while you are connected - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 218
Cards" on page 216. Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Standby mode. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with this computer. For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes, see "Hibernation command" on page 94 and "Stand By command" on page 95. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 219
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 that has stopped responding in the Windows® XP operating system: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously. 2 The - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 220
If Something Goes Wrong 3 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words "not responding" appear beside its name in the list. Windows Task Manager Applications tab 4 Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 221
221 If Something Goes Wrong Windows Task Manager Shutdown menu, Turn Off option The computer shuts down. help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard. 3 Open Notepad (click Start, point to All Programs, then point to Accessories and click Notepad). - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 222
you turn on the computer Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds. If - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 223
Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating system takes a long time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 224
services restore mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot For detailed information, refer to your operating system's documentation. Internet problems My may not be available today or its server may be down for temporary repair. Try again later. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 225
would like help with from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions. 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 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 226
resolving the problem can disk 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 Windows® XP operating system, avoiding hardware conflicts is easy. Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 227
device. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 228
Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start. 2 Click My Computer with the secondary button - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 229
❖ The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, DVD-ROM, and other power-using functions. ❖ The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is also present. Click troubleshooting. A Help and Support window for that device appears. For - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 230
module installed, the error is not caused by the memory module. Toshiba recommends using only memory approved by Toshiba. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cable or from the system batteries (main battery and optional secondary battery). Power - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 231
, then try charging it again. Check the power options using the Toshiba Power 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 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 232
problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key is turned on. ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 233
information, see Windows® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display properties: 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button. The Display Properties window - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 234
not support this Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 235
and attempt recovery of bad sectors ❖ Click Start. Error-checking runs the test. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for some time, your files may have become fragmented. Run Disk Defragmenter. To do this, click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, System Tools - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 236
Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict DVD-ROM or multifunction drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the drive tray has closed properly. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the drive tray and remove the disc. Make sure the drive tray is clean. Any dirt or - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 237
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're having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 238
you can use them. Use the Windows® XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard 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 Services. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 239
Click the Device Manager button. 5 Double-click the category listed as PCMCIA adapter. The operating system displays your PC Card's Properties dialog to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 227 for more information. Since all PC Cards - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 240
known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with this computer. For more information on AC adapter and power cable. 4 Keep the computer plugged in for about three hours with the power turned off. The problem may also be caused by a conflict with any additional memory troubleshooting section. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 241
problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power 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 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 242
Develop good computing habits Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive bps (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 75 for instructions. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 243
you have installed your own programs, you should back up these programs as well as your data files. If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start again, reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time. Read the user's guides. It's very - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 244
following before contacting Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your Windows® XP 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 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 245
recovery media that came with your system. ❖ Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation CD-ROM. ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred. ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred. For technical support, call the Toshiba InTouch - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 246
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Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Instant password security F1 Fn + This hot key blanks the display. Without a - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 250
on AC power) your display may reappear automatically after a short time. To protect your 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 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 251
system under battery power are: Long Life, Normal, and High Power; DVD Playback, Presentation and Super Long Life Sample power usage modes The power usage mode in the Windows®operating system under AC power is Full Power only. The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 252
by mode Stand by mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Stand by mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand by mode. This - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 253
mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled Sample Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see "Using Hibernation" on page 97. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 254
video device only Sample display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display mode options. The display - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 255
device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer the Wi-Fi module. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 256
256 Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off. F11 Fn + off. F12 Fn + off. This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and For more information, see "Overlay keys" on page 78. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 257
Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved BS approved Europe - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 258
The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 259
FIR fast infrared 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 kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 260
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 The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 261
AC) - The type of power usually supplied to residential and commercial wall outlets. AC second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), disk - See system disk. boot priority (startup sequence) - The order in which the computer accesses its disk drives - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 262
that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the DVD-ROM. central processing unit (CPU) - The chip that functions as the "brain" of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 263
giving a direction or requesting input from the user. direct current (DC) - The type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current (AC). direct memory access (DMA) - A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 264
DVDs. Compare disk. disk - A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive . In the Windows® operating system - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 265
with the computer's operating system. Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus - The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 266
some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable. By default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernate - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 267
equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L2 cache. L2 (level two) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 268
memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor - See central processing unit (CPU motherboard - The main circuit board in the computer. It contains the processor, memory, and other primary components. MS-DOS prompt - See system prompt. multifunction drive - A DVD drive with other users and to - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 269
Windows® 98 Second Edition and Windows® user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network. PC Card - A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 270
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 P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 271
in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving 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. S select - To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 272
A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. VW of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 273
Index A AC adapter 43 AC power light 60 Accessories programs 126, 139 audio features 209 avoiding injury 48 B battery caring for 110 changing 109 charge not lasting 231 charging 72, 103 conserving power 106 disposal 113 installing 109 light 60, 105 monitoring power 105 not charging 230 power usage - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 274
up 91 system resources 226 via modem 92 compact discs inserting 87 problem solving 236 removing 90 computer cleaning 73 lock 73 moving 73 non-system disk or disk error message 222 placement 48 protection 47 running on battery power 101 setting up 53, 63 transferring information 203 turning off 97 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 275
display modes changing 254 display panel opening 59 Display settings hot key 209 displaying folder information 199 disposing of used batteries 113 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 226 double-click 61 downloading 207 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive can't access disc 236 control buttons 84 eject button 83 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 276
199 front panel 43 function keys 43, 77 H hard disk drive light 44, 60 hardware conflicts 225 resolving 227 headphone jack 41 Help 140, 225 Hibernate restarting 98 using 97 Hibernation 94 Hibernation mode 72, 93 hiding windows 127 hot key display modes 254 display settings 209 power usage mode 251 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 277
characters 231 Windows special keys 78 L lights 44 AC power 60 battery 60, 105 caps lock 44 cursor control mode 44 disk activity 44 DVD-ROM/multifunction drive 44 hard disk drive 44, 60 numeric mode 45 on/off 43 lock slot 41 M main battery changing 109 removing 109 memory problem solving 229 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 278
hangs when PC Card inserted 239 computer will not power up 222 contacting Toshiba 244 corrupted/damaged data files 235 Device Manager 227 disabling a device 228 disk drive is slow 235 display is blank 232 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive drive tray doesn't eject 236 external display not working 234 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 279
209, 210 Recovery CD 35 Recycle Bin 117, 137 removing CDs and DVDs 90 main battery 109 PC Cards 216 resizing windows 127, 128 restarting from Hibernate 98 restarting from Standby 100 restarting from Turn Off 96 RTC (real-time clock) battery 102 running the computer on battery power 101 S safety - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 280
237 speakers external 211 Stand by mode hot key 252 Standby 93, 95 low battery 107 mode 43 restarting 100 using 99 Start button 117 starting a program 80 starting up the computer from Standby 100 Startup menu problem solving 223 support for Windows 117 S-video 39 system indicator panel 43 System - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 281
Toshiba 245 windows hiding 127 repositioning 127 resizing 127, 128 Windows Explorer 125 Windows Help 117 Windows Media Player 88 Windows Standby 72 Windows 130 desktop 116 Help 140, 225 problem solving 223 Recycle Bin 137 removing objects 137 resizing or moving windows 127, 128 special features 193 - Toshiba P25-S507 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 282
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