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Section	Page
Satellite® 1110/1115 User’s Guide	1
Contents	9
Introduction	17
This guide	17
Safety icons	18
Other icons used	19
Other documentation	19
Service options	20
Chapter 1 - Finding Your Way Around	21
Making sure you have everything	21
Front with the display closed	22
Back	23
Right side	24
Left side	25
Front with the display open	26
Indicator lights	27
System indicator panel	28
Underside	29
Chapter 2 - Getting Started	31
Selecting a place to work	31
Creating a computer-friendly environment	31
Keeping yourself comfortable	32
Precautions	35
Setting up your computer	37
Setting up your software	37
Registering your computer with Toshiba	39
Adding external devices	39
Connecting the AC adapter	40
Charging the main battery	41
Using the computer for the first time	42
Opening the display panel	42
Turning on the power	42
Using the TouchPad™	43
Control buttons	44
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	44
Installing additional memory (optional)	45
Removing a memory module	49
Connecting a mouse	49
Connecting a printer	50
Setting up a printer	52
Turning off the computer	55
Caring for your computer	56
Cleaning the computer	56
Moving the computer	56
Using a computer lock	57
Chapter 3 - Learning the Basics	59
Computing tips	59
Using the keyboard	60
Character keys	61
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	61
Function keys	61
Windows® special keys	62
Overlay keys	62
Starting a program	64
Saving your work	64
Printing your work	65
Using diskettes	66
Inserting and removing diskettes	66
Caring for diskettes	66
Backing up your files	67
Using your DVD drive	68
DVD-ROM drive components	69
Inserting a disc	70
Playing an audio CD	72
Playing a DVD	74
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD	74
Removing a disc with the computer on	74
Removing a disc with the computer off	75
Caring for CDs and DVDs	75
Setting up for communications	76
Connecting the modem to a phone line	76
Connecting your computer to a network	76
Powering down the computer	77
Using Turn Off or Shut down	78
Hibernation command	79
Standby command	80
Turning off more quickly	81
Starting again after Turn Off	82
Using Hibernation	82
Starting again from Hibernation mode	83
Using Standby	84
Going into Standby mode more quickly	85
Starting again from Standby	86
Toshiba’s online resources	86
Chapter 4 - Mobile Computing	87
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	87
Running the computer on battery power	88
Power management	89
Charging the battery	89
Charging the RTC battery	90
Monitoring battery power	91
Determining remaining battery power	91
Conserving battery power	92
What to do when the battery runs low	93
Setting battery alarms	93
Changing the main battery	94
Removing the battery from the computer	95
Taking care of your battery	95
Maximizing battery life	96
Disposing of used batteries safely	97
Traveling tips	98
Chapter 5 - Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System	99
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop	100
Finding your way around the desktop	100
Windows® XP file system	102
Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together	103
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet	106
Lesson 4: Creating a new document	107
Lesson 5: Creating a new folder	108
Lesson 6: Starting programs	109
Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows	111
Using the taskbar	112
Minimizing and maximizing windows	112
Resizing and moving windows	113
Lesson 8: Closing programs	115
Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts	116
Creating a shortcut to the Calculator	116
Creating a shortcut to the Character Map	117
Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver	119
Lesson 11: Setting the date and time	121
Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop	122
Lesson 13: Using System Restore	124
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?	125
Windows® XP Help and Support Center	125
Using the online tours and tutorials	127
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer	128
Chapter 6 - Exploring Your Options	129
Windows® XP special features	129
Personalizing your desktop	130
Customizing the taskbar	130
Bringing the world to your desktop	131
Changing desktop and browsing style	132
Personalizing individual windows	133
Customizing window toolbars	134
Displaying information about each folder	135
Using your computer at the office	136
Setting up for communications	137
Connecting the modem to a telephone line	138
Setting up a dial-up connection	138
Exchanging data with another computer	139
Transferring files using a parallel port connection	139
Getting help transferring files	140
Connecting to the Internet	140
An overview of using the Internet	141
The Internet	141
The World Wide Web	142
Internet Service Providers	142
Signing up with an Internet Service Provider	142
Surfing the Internet	143
Internet features	143
Uploading and downloading files on the Internet	144
Exploring video features	144
Display settings hot key	145
Exploring audio features	146
Recording sounds	146
Using a microphone	146
Adjusting recording settings	147
Using external speakers or headphones	148
Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse	148
Changing the display properties setting	149
Using PC Cards	150
PC Card supporting software	150
Inserting PC Cards	150
Removing PC Cards	151
Hot swapping	152
Chapter 7 - WinDVD™	153
Playing DVDs	153
Using the WinDVD slider bar (location)	155
Using the WinDVD control panel	156
Using the control panel playback buttons	157
Maximizing the video window	160
Using WinDVD Advanced Features	160
Using playlists	161
Creating a Playlist	162
Playing a Playlist	163
Getting Help	164
Exiting WinDVD	164
Chapter 8 - If Something Goes Wrong	165
Problems when you turn on the computer	168
The Windows® operating system is not working	169
Using Startup options to fix problems	169
Internet problems	170
The Windows® XP operating system can help you	171
Resolving a hardware conflict	171
A plan of action	172
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own	172
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	174
Memory card problems	176
Power and the batteries	176
Keyboard problems	178
Display problems	178
Disk drive problems	180
DVD-ROM drive problems	182
Sound system problems	191
PC Card problems	191
Printer problems	194
Modem problems	195
Develop good computing habits	196
If you need further assistance	197
Before you call	197
Contacting Toshiba	198
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	199
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	200
Appendix A - Hot Keys	203
Instant password security	203
Without a password	203
With a password	203
Maintaining security when the battery isn’t fully charged	204
Sound	205
Display modes	205
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	206
Keyboard hot keys	206
Appendix B - Power Cable Connectors	207
Glossary	209