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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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 2
Satellite P25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 3
port, PS/2 port®, i.LINK® port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 4
Canada. FCC Requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. Installation When you are ready to install to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C. Type of Service Your modem is designed to be used on standard- - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 5
, you will be given the opportunity to correct the 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 America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 6
supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 7
or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 8
website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device. Operation is specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 9
9 België/ Belgique: For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed. For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 11
be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 13
Part instructions cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user. The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | 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/ Zealand Portugal Sweden Uruguay Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 16
over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. 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 States for more information. When - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 review services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 18
Canada technical specifications were met. power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top of LCD - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 19
made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 21
not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 22
Regulations is prohibited. Notice The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO LIMITED WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 24
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 Left side 41 Front with the display open 42 Front - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 26
audio CD 88 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD 89 Removing a disc with the computer on 90 Removing a disc with the computer off 90 Caring for CDs and DVDs 91 Setting up for communications 91 Connecting the modem to a phone line 92 Connecting your computer to a network ...........92 Powering - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 27
alarms 108 Changing the main battery 109 Removing the battery from the computer .......109 Taking care of your battery 110 Maximizing battery life 111 Disposing of used batteries safely 113 Traveling tips 113 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System 115 Lesson 1: Exploring - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 28
and time 135 Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop ...137 Lesson 13: Using System Restore 139 Lesson 14: If I am 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 29
180 Playing Digital Videos 181 Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode 181 Sorting Videos 182 Watching a 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® XP special features - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 30
up with an Internet 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 209 Exploring audio features 209 Recording sounds - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 31
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 computing habits - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 33
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 the software - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 34
through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 37
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 received - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 38
bay *Functional only with optional Toshiba remote control The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display panel, slide the display latch to the right and raise the panel. The CD/DVD control buttons let you play audio CDs when the computer is turned off. You can - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 39
in the AC adapter for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The RGB (monitor) port lets you connect an external monitor. The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel device, including ECP-compatible devices. The LAN port (RJ-45 jack - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 40
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 accepts video inputs. The i.LINK® port, also known as the IEEE 1394 port, allows transfers of large quantities of data between the computer and an external - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 41
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 volume control lets you adjust the sound on your computer to attach an optional PORT- Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer for securing it to a large, - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 42
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 lights The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 43
DVDROMs and audio CDs. Front panel lights The AC Attached 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 44
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 systems with Wi-FiTM, the wireless antenna indicator glows amber when the computer's wireless - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 45
Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Hard disk drive Primary modular bay Primary modular bay release Primary modular bay lock Wi-Fi Mini PCI Modem Expansion memory cover slot cover The Modular Bay lets you use one of several possible optical drive modules. A DVD-ROM drive - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 47
and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 48
that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 49
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 to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 50
display and reduce eyestrain. ❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare. ❖ Avoid placing your computer circulation. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 51
repetitive activities for long periods. Intersperse such activities with other tasks. ❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds. Precautions Your notebook - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 52
in its operation. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the computer's keyboard. If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 53
to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 54
4 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 55
55 Registering your computer with Toshiba Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your Toshiba limited warranty worldwide at no charge to you. You can register your computer with Toshiba during the start-up - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 58
power cable. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery, plug the computer into - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 59
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 power button located on the top of the keyboard. For an - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 60
is fully charged. ❖ 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 61
the computer for the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 62
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 Start menu - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 63
skip to step 2. 1 Turn off the computer via the Start menu. See "Using Shut down" on page 93. The operating system turns off the computer. 2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 3 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover. - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 64
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 5 Put - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 65
the computer). 6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging. 7 Holding the memory 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 66
any cables you removed. 12 Turn on the computer. To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. Click System to view the recognized memory. 13 If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut down the computer, remove - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 67
printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. 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 may damage the printer, the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 68
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 computer is on may damage the printer, the computer, or both. 1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 70
recognizes it 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 a network, select Local printer attached to this computer. If you select Local printer, check "Automatically detect and install my Plug and - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 71
of your print job. Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 72
three hours to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate and Standby. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the Windows® XP Media Center Edition (MCE) operating system - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 73
the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the disk activity lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 74
or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through the loop. 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the security lock slot, then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it. The computer is now - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 75
's memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See "Power - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 76
Using the keyboard If your 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® XP operating system - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 77
top of the keyboard. 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 78
the Basics Using the keyboard The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the cursor as you would using the ten-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 79
overlay, release Shift. To turn off the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the cursor control overlay To turn on the cursor control overlay, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 81
. The program displays a Print dialog box. 3 Click OK to print. Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to media, such as CD, or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. For those systems with a floppy disk drive, you may - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 82
storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVDROM. If a DVD-ROM drive or - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 83
. DVD-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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 84
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 play audio CDs when the computer is - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 85
twice. Use this method to eject a disc when the computer is turned off and the sound subsystem is turned on. CD/DVD control and digital audio modes The following chart describes CD/DVD control and digital audio mode. CD/DVD Mode Digital Audio Mode Power is off and you If a CD is in the The - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 86
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive Inserting a disc Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 88
an audio CD Insert an audio CD 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 Windows Media Player option and click OK. Sample Audio CD window The Windows Media Player window appears - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 . Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 90
to view the contents of any CD or 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. 1 Locate and press the eject button. The disc tray partially opens. 2 Grasp - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 91
alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive. Setting up for communications To communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ The computer's modem ❖ A telephone line ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) To connect to the Internet, you need a Web - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 92
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 to the modem port. To locate the modem port, see "Back" on page 39. 2 Plug the other end of the RJ-11 telephone cable into the modular jack of a standard voice - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 93
any of these options to power down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. Using Shut down For the Windows® XP Media Center (MCE), follow - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 94
Shut down Holding the shift key while the Turn Off computer Windows dialog box is open, changes the Stand By button to 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, the computer returns to - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 95
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 turn off the computer by pressing the power button or closing the display panel. - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 96
of my portable computer Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut down when you close the display panel. ❖ When I press the power button on my computer Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut down when you press the power button. Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 98
Hibernation mode, press and release the power button. The computer returns to the screen you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. If your computer is running on batteries, you cannot start it again - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 99
Shut down computer dialog box The computer saves 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 100
from Stand by mode, press the power button. The computer returns to the screen you were using. If you put the computer in Stand by mode by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 101
at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times. 101 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 103
103 Mobile Computing Charging the battery Changes to these settings may result 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 104
plug in the 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 105
battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery's remaining capacity and 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 108
multiple alarms. Each alarm 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 alarm, display a message, both, or none. You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernate mode or to completely - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 109
mode according to the instructions in "Using Hibernation" on page 97. 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down with the front side of the computer facing you. 5 Slide the battery lock forward to unlock the battery pack. 6 Push and - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 110
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 try to disassemble a battery pack. - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 111
❖ At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below: 1 Turn off the computer's power. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer's power. If it does not turn on - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 112
is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet. The DC-IN or AC power-light LED should glow green, and the Battery LED should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC-IN - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 113
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 your computer may - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 114
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 will not harm your computer - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 115
information on your operating system, refer to the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system documentation that came with your computer. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. However, the differences are not significant - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 116
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. Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 118
Power usage mode, and speaker volume. To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate System tray icon. Windows® XP file system All files on your computer than one file cabinet, just as your computer may have more than one disk drive. Computers can be connected together to form a network - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 control buttons together For more information, read the Microsoft documentation that comes with your computer. Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together The "Getting Started" chapter introduced you - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 120
Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 4 Click an empty area to close the shortcut menu. 5 Use the TouchPad to move the pointer to the Start button. Click Start, and select My Computer. The My Computer window appears. Sample My Computer window - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 121
121 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet Taskbar 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 122
122 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document you can also type a Web address in the My Computer window. 1 Click Start, then double-click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. 2 On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click Address Bar if it is not - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 operating system the taskbar space but, if you point to the name, the complete name is visible). By displaying buttons like this one, the taskbar helps you keep track of the programs and files you currently - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 124
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 system displays - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 125
from the Start menu, 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 126
the files in a particular folder on the computer's hard disk. Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it-one for Paint and one for Windows Explorer. 5 Click the Paint button on the taskbar. The operating system displays the Paint program. The operating system places - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 127
the taskbar using the TouchPad and clicking the secondary button. The Windows® XP operating system provides these options: ❖ Move windows ❖ Size windows ❖ Minimize all windows-display only the taskbar buttons ❖ Maximize windows ❖ Close windows Choose your option depending on how you wish to set up - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 128
are only using that program and do not want any distractions on the screen. Resizing and moving windows 1 Click the Restore Down button in the top-right corner of the Paint window. Paint returns to its previous size and location. Notice that the Restore Down button has changed back into the Maximize - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 129
129 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows 3 Click and drag the edge of the window until it takes up just less than half the width of the desktop. 4 Click the title bar of the Paint window and drag it to the left side of the desktop. - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 130
Windows® XP open simultaneously can slow down your computer. This lesson teaches you how to window. Windows Explorer closes, removing the Explorer button from the taskbar as well. 2 Close Paint and the My Computer window to create shortcuts using two Windows® accessories, Calculator and Character - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 131
to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click New, then click Shortcut. The operating system displays the Create Shortcut - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 133
Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 3 Type char in the All or part of the file name: text box, and then click Search. The operating system displays windows, icons, programs, drives, etc. as self-contained - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 on the screen during pauses in your work. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 136
136 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time Sample Date and Time Properties dialog box HINT: To open the Date and Time Properties dialog box more quickly, either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondary button, then click Adjust Date and - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 137
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Lesson 12: Removing objects from the return the desktop back to its original uncluttered state. This lesson explains how to remove objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin. 1 Click the New - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 then click File, Delete. The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin. Later on-in your real work, not - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 139
139 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restore To on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin. Lesson 13: Using System Restore The System Restore feature allows you to return your computer to the way it was configured on a specific date or - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 140
. 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 has - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 141
141 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic you want to find in the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 142
are new to computers or you have some experience, the Windows® XP Tours and Tutorials collection is a good place 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 143
143 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning 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 number of tasks that ensure - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 144
6 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition This section introduces you to the Windows Media Center Edition, a complete multimedia center where you can play your entire library of audio, video, and picture media on your computer, using either your computer's keyboard, mouse, or the remote - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 145
. To connect your computer to a TV, you need a video/AV cable. The type of cable depends on your TV. To connect a TV to the computer: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the AV cable from our computer to the TV RCA/composite connectors on your TV. Composite port Location of the composite port - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 146
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 box that controls your TV signal, connect the remote sensor control cable to the remote sensor and position the end of it over the remote receiver on your cable box. 1 Plug - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 147
147 Getting to Know 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 necessary). 3 Select the signal source for TV in the Media Center program settings (refer to "Changing the Media Center Settings" - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 148
information, refer to your Microsoft Help. Have an Internet 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 of your set-top box, if - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 149
149 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center Media Center Setup Wizard To complete 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 150
to music ❖ Display your digital photos ❖ Watch your own digital movies ❖ Watch a DVD movie ❖ Change your Media Center Settings When enjoying the Media Center, use the icons on the Title Bar to return to the Media Center main screen, go back to the previous screen, or to display the Media Center - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 152
Center windows on your computer just 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 153
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 (video, DVD, music, and so on) backwards. Play - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 154
an audio or video track, and live or recorded TV programs. Skip - Moves media forward (30 seconds for videos and live TV, one music track or one DVD chapter). Start - Opens Media Center to the main window. Back - Displays the previous window. Guide - Opens the Television Program Guide to display - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 155
does. The other direct access buttons open specific windows within the Media Center, such as the Television Program Guide, a DVD main menu, and live TV in full screen mode. ❖ Audio and Video - The audio and video buttons control sound and channel selection, display details, and allows you to enter - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 156
, sort, and play back your recorded 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 157
157 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Starting the Media Center ❖ Moves a video forward. ❖ Moves a TV program (that has been paused or stopped) forward to the current moment in live TV, and then begins playing. Use REW to rewind selected video or picture media. Press REW again to - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 158
Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs ❖ For videos and live TV and videos, Replay moves back 7 seconds. Using the Media Center Remote Control To begin using your remote control: 1 Point the remote control at the remote sensor. The remote sensor should be located near - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 159
159 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs ❖ Quickly check which TV shows you have scheduled to record. ❖ Search for TV shows by title, keyword, or category. Sample MY TV screen To watch a television program: 1 Press the TV button on the remote control. The - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 160
displayed 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 161
161 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Watching Television Programs ❖ You can 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 has not been downloaded from the Internet because there is no - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 162
recorded TV programs display on the Recorded TV screen. You can sort your programs by Date, Category, or Name by clicking the desired sort option. ❖ Select Scheduled to view a list of all programs scheduled to be recorded. You can also resolve any recording conflicts in this window. Use the arrow - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 163
Windows® XP 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 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 full screen - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 164
to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV Sample Searching for a TV program screen Recording TV The Media Center allows you to record TV programs for later viewing. You can record the show you are watching, or you can record another or future show or series from the Guide, the Search - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 165
. This may cause recording options to be unavailable. You may need to manually update the Guide before scheduling a recording. If you turn off (shut down) your computer, the Media Center will not record a scheduled program. Your computer must be turned on or in standby mode to record a TV program - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 166
166 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV Recording from the Guide To record a current or future show or series from the Guide: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control, select My TV, and then select Guide. 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to find the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 167
the Guide. 5 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window. If there is a recording conflict, the Media Center displays a message and allows you to select which show you want to record. Recording Manually Recording a program manually allows you to select a specific date, channel - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 169
169 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Recording TV ❖ Recording a TV program, including manually recording ❖ The TV Guide ❖ The TV Signal ❖ Parental Control specifications ❖ DVD settings ❖ Audio settings To make a change, click on the desired setting. Changing recording priorities - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 171
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music Sample My Music screen Creating Your Music Library Using Windows Media Player Each time you add music files outside of Windows Media Player, you must use the Tools menu to add music files to your Windows Media Player Library for - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 172
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 5 Click the Media Library tab to see where your new audio files have been 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 173
Getting to Know the Windows® 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 174
174 Getting to Know 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 CD plays automatically in Media Center. If you have other media such as live TV already playing when you insert the CD, Media Center - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 175
of the screen to Stop or Pause the song, advance to another song, or increase or decrease the volume. Setting Up an Automatic Disc Jockey You can select to have Media Center randomly play all the available songs in one genre: 1 In the My Music window, select Genres. The list displays all the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 176
176 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Listening to Music 3 Use the arrow buttons to select Shuffle, and then press OK on the remote control. All songs in that - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 177
177 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Displaying Your Pictures You can create a playlist that includes several tracks from various CDs or even a playlist that contains background music for a slide show. Use Windows Media Player to create playlists and then play them back using - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 178
178 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Displaying Your Pictures ❖ View and scroll through pictures that are in the My Pictures folder 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 179
The My Videos window in the Media Center makes it easy to play home video files you created or video files you downloaded from the Internet. In My Videos you can: ❖ Browse through and play back all of your digital video files using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse. ❖ Sort videos by name - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 180
180 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Watching Your Digital Movies ❖ View your videos in full screen mode or from an inset window in Media Center. Sample My Videos screen Organizing Your Videos When you attach a digital video camera to your PC, Windows asks you how you want to - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 181
button on the remote control. The selected video plays in 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 something else on your desktop. 5 When the video is finished, select Restart and then press - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 to select the folder you want, and then press OK. Select the video file and press OK again. Your video plays in full screen mode. 4 Press Back on the remote control to exit full screen mode and return to - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 183
183 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Watching a DVD 5 To change the window size, 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 185
your computer to download the correct 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 sets - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 187
187 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings 2 Select TV/DVD. 3 Select Recorder. ❖ Select Scheduled . ❖ 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 188
for recording TV programs depends on your hard disk allocation, drive size, and default recording quality selections. Your PC requires a certain amount of space to run your Windows XP operating system, run software programs, and store data files. If your hard disk becomes full, it may affect the PC - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 189
to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings To change the TV Guide 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 TV/DVD. 3 In the TV - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 190
the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings 3 In the TV Settings menu, 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 191
to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Changing the Media Center Settings Selecting Closed Captioning The audio settings window allows you to select closed captioning. Closed captioning displays the TV's spoken audio in text format for those who are unable to hear the audio. To select closed - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 192
192 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition Changing 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 193
computer. Windows® XP special features The Windows® XP operating system offers you several new features 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 194
display for quick access ❖ Active Desktop® interface-what information from the Internet to always display ❖ Desktop style-how windows are displayed addresses or local folders and programs. DEFINITION: URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is the address that defines the route to a file on - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 195
your desktop Bringing the world to your desktop With the Windows® XP operating system, you can set up your desktop with Click Properties. The Display 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 up - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 196
of displayed alone. The options you choose determines how you browse in the operating system, regardless of whether you start from the desktop, My Computer, Windows Explorer, or Internet Explorer. For more information about changing your desktop style, enter desktop in the Help and Support Index - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 197
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 window of your choice. - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 198
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 bar Standard buttons Sample toolbar locations - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 199
, the address bar shows your current location, and whether it is a folder or a Web page. You can browse to another location by typing an address - a URL 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 201
computer's COM (communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM3. The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you're having trouble window appears. 4 Click the Modems tab. A location box - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 202
device status area, the computer should indicate whether the modem is working properly. 9 If the modem isn't working properly, click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions. 10 Click OK to close 5 Click Next and follow the directions on the screen. The computer connects to the network. - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 203
files, close the programs on both 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 204
), cable or a satellite link. After your Internet connection has been made, start your Web browser. If you are using your computer at the modem to one of the computer's COM (communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM3. If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 205
Internet - a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). The World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 206
a telephone and modem or through other higher-speed communication methods such as Digital 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 207
are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news services for sale. Uploading and downloading files on the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 208
. 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 enabled on all systems - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 209
key Using the Fn + F5 keys, you can set your system's display to view DVD movies or presentations on an external device. For more information, see "Display modes" on page 254. Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone. You can play .wav sound - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 210
210 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features to the microphone jack and using the Sound Recorder feature in the operating to the computer. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder. Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 211
external stereo speakers. TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer. To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones: 1 Locate the headphone jack on the left side of the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 212
keyboard and mouse 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack. Connecting a monitor, keyboard inserting and removing optical drive modules, you can configure your computer for - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 213
to do so may result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the computer itself. 1 Turn off the computer. You can also hot swap a module in the Modular Bay. Stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the module is stopped - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 214
PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer's capabilities and usefulness. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer. Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Your computer has two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 215
to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. Other 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 216
the PC Card or the computer, don't force the card into the PC Card slot. Removing PC Cards 1 Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears, it is safe to remove the PC Card. 2 To remove the PC Card, press the - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 217
PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called "hot swapping." Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use. For example: ❖ Never remove a hard disk card while - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 218
on the System tray. Once the PC Card has stopped, you can safely remove it. See "Removing PC 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | 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-S5263 | 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. Your program select the text the operating system displays. The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 222
when 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 223
fails to start after the Starting 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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 other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate the site. My browser can't find a site - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 225
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 hardware conflicts - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 226
may cause a hardware conflict. Plug and Play With Plug and Play and the Windows® XP operating system, avoiding hardware conflicts is easy. Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/ output system) and the operating system to automatically assign resources to Plug - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 227
the computer. For a Plug and Play device. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 228
Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties. The System Properties dialog box appears. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Click the Device Manager button. 4 Select the specific you mouse over the small icon, the status of Enabled displays. 6 Click the icon. You are given the option of - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 229
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 more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help. Memory card - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 230
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 problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 232
If it works, the first keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your computer. Display 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 to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 233
Windows® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 234
technology. 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, or - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 235
drive's properties box appears. 3 Click on Properties. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button. The Check Disk box appears (for example, Check Disk hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for some time, your files may have become fragmented. Run Disk problem. If - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 236
slide out. Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on. The modular bay drive eject mechanism requires power to operate. To remove a disc without turning on the computer, use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 237
. Revert to the default settings. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you're having trouble getting one or more of these - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 238
can use them. Use the Windows® XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard to set up the card. Refer to your Microsoft® documentation for more information, or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card. Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 239
. 5 Double-click the category listed as PCMCIA adapter. The operating system displays your PC Card's Properties dialog box, which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 240
page 99. 2 Turn off the computer. 3 Connect the 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 in your system. Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 241
of paper left in the tray. Make sure the USB printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer. Run the printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 68. You may - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 242
computing habits Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack and the modem manual for information on - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 243
follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 245
the problem occurred. ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred. For technical support, call the Toshiba InTouch® Center: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 246
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the pointing device or any key will make the display's content reappear, if no password is set for the current user. With a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the Fn + F1 key combination to activate - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 250
the computer is operating 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | 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 message box can be set so it doesn't display. Sample Stand by confirmation box ❖ For more information about Stand - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 253
Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. The message box can be set so it doesn't display. Sample Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 254
the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display panel and external video device simultaneously ❖ External video device only Sample display options window - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 255
wireless device Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer (for systems with Wi-Fi ™ only). The wireless modes are: Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the or enabling the TouchPad" on page 61. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 257
Appendix B Power Cable 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 258
computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 259
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 printer - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 261
. See also reboot. boot disk - See system disk. boot priority (startup sequence) - The order in which the computer accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files. Under the default startup sequence, the computer looks for the startup files in the diskette drive before checking the hard disk. - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 262
262 Glossary bus - An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus. bus speed - The - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 263
driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box - An on-screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user. direct current (DC) - The type of power usually supplied by batteries - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 264
drive - The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read/write heads. diskette - A thin, flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data. Diskettes can be removed from the computer - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 265
prepare a blank disk for use 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 266
, but 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 267
polarized light to pass to the surface of the display, creating light and dark pixels. load - To move information from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into memory for processing. local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 268
to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines. 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 that can read and write to CD - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 269
entered by a 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, sound card, or SCSI - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 270
memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk. resolution - A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 271
information 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 272
a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. VW Web - See World Wide Web. World Wide Web (www) - The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 273
105 not charging 230 power usage mode 251 removing 109 RTC (real-time clock) 102, 104 battery cover 46 latch 46 buttons CD Player 89 CD/DVD control 43 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive eject 83 Internet 42, 43 one-touch TV out 42 PC Card eject 40 power 42 Start 117 TOSHIBA Console 42 C calculator 130 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | 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-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 275
59 properties 134 screen is blank 232 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 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 276
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 Stand by mode - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 277
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 removing 66 removing expansion slot cover 64 memory cards - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 278
recognized 240 problem solving 237, 239 removing 216 replacing 217 slots 40 using 214 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 214 Plug and Play 227 port infrared 40 ports modem 40 monitor 39 parallel 39 USB 39, 40 power cable 57 cable connectors 257 computer will not start - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 279
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 computer 113 disposing of - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 280
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 Restore 139 System Tools 139 - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 281
Windows Help 117 Windows Media Player 88 Windows Standby 72 Windows XP change date and time settings 135 changing the screen saver 134 closing programs 130 creating a new folder 124 creating a text file 122 creating shortcuts 130 desktop 116 Help 140, 225 problem solving 223 Recycle Bin 137 removing - Toshiba P25-S5263 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite P25-S607 - Page 282
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