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- Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 1
Satellite® 1905 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 Chapter 9 on page 199 in this guide. TOSHIBA C6618-1002M2 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 2
2 Model: Satellite ® 1905 Series Compact Disk-ReWritable The computer system you purchased may include a Compact DiskReWritable (CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 3
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However 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. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 4
4 Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) request. Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 5
If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba fax software before sending a message. Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 6
may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to or electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's Ringer is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 7
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy Information The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 8
que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'object d'une licence, il comes with those products for additional information. The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 9
except in the countries in Fig.1. Caution: Bluetooth and Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from Toshiba is far below FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 10
classified as a "CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT." To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest "AUTHORIZED service station." To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 11
guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. ©2002 by Toshiba BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 12
12 Trademarks Satellite, Noteworthy, SelectServ, and InTouch are registered trademarks, SecureSleep, and FreedomWare are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, DirectX, and DirectShow are - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 13
Contents Introduction 23 This guide 23 Safety icons 24 Other icons used 25 Other documentation 25 Service options 26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 27 Making sure you have everything 27 Front with the display closed 28 Back 28 Right side 30 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 14
Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 45 Setting up your software 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices 47 Connecting - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 15
71 Function keys 71 Windows® special keys 72 Overlay keys 72 Emulating a full-size keyboard 74 Starting a program 74 Saving your work 74 Printing your work 75 Using diskettes 76 Inserting and removing diskettes 76 Caring for diskettes 77 Backing up your files 78 Copying to a diskette 78 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 16
again after Turn Off 96 Using Hibernation 96 Using Standby 98 Going into Standby mode more quickly 99 Toshiba's online resources 100 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 101 Toshiba's energy-saver design 101 Running the computer on battery power 101 Battery Notice 102 Using additional batteries 102 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 17
17 Contents Changing the main battery 108 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 108 Inserting a charged battery 110 Safety precautions 111 Maximizing battery life 112 Disposing of used batteries safely 113 Traveling tips 114 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 18
: If I am lost, what do I do 142 Windows® XP Help and Support 142 Using the Windows® XP tour 145 Lesson 15: Turning off your computer 146 the Internet 158 The Internet 158 The World Wide Web 158 Internet Service Providers 159 Connecting to the Internet 159 Surfing the Internet 160 Internet - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 19
quality 165 Using external speakers or headphones......... 165 Using PC Cards 167 PC Card supporting software 167 Inserting PC Cards 168 Removing PC Cards 169 Hot swapping 170 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 171 Power Management 172 Chapter 8: WinDVD 175 Playing DVDs 175 Using the WinDVD - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 20
when you turn on the computer........... 201 The Windows® operating system is not working . 202 Using Startup options to fix problems 203 Internet problems 204 The Windows® XP operating system can help you 204 Resolving a hardware conflict 205 A plan of action 205 Resolving hardware conflicts - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 21
setting 218 Sound system problems 224 PC Card problems 225 Printer problems 228 Modem problems 229 Develop good computing habits 229 If you need further assistance 231 Before you call 231 Contacting Toshiba 231 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 233 Toshiba's worldwide offices 234 Appendix - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 22
22 Contents Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 243 USA and Canada 243 United Kingdom 243 Australia 243 Europe 243 Glossary 245 Index 261 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 23
powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany exciting features and easy Internet access. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 24
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows: DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 25
or in the DOCS folder on the C: drive. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer for additional programs on your Recovery CDs. ❖ Toshiba accessories information, which lists accessories available from Toshiba and explains how to order them. ❖ The Microsoft® Windows - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 26
26 Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ® 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 page 199. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 27
Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of the exterior features of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 28
28 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed Display latch 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. Back Parallel port Security lock slot RGB ( - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 29
29 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports enables you to connect USB peripherals to your computer. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peripherals have a single - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 30
Your Way Around Right side Right side i.LINK® Optional wireless antenna on-off switch Diskette drive DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Manual eject button Eject button The diskette drive allows you to use either high-density or double-density 3.5-inch diskettes. i.LINK® port-The i.LINK® port - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 31
you connect an external monaural microphone. The volume control dial lets you adjust the loudness of the system speakers. The two stacked PC Card slots support up to two Type II PC Cards, or one Type III PC Card. See "Using PC Cards" on page 167 for more information. The PC - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 32
32 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Front with the display open Display panel Power button Speaker Keyboard indicator panel Speaker Function keys TouchPad Primary control button Secondary control button CD/DVD control buttons Keyboard Palm rest System indicator panel The - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 33
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 33 For more information on Primary and Secondary control buttons, see "Using the TouchPad®" on page 53. The CD/DVD control buttons allow you to play audio CDs when the computer is turned off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs with the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 34
34 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open Keyboard indicator panel Cursor control mode light Numeric mode light Caps lock light The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 35
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 System indicator panel AC power light On/off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disc/disk activity light Wireless indicator light The system indicator lights are under a tinted panel and are visible only when the feature they - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 36
36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The disc/disk activity light flashes green when the diskette drive, the DVD-ROM or the DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is being accessed. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so could damage the media in use and result in - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 37
Finding Your Way Around Underside 37 The previous track button returns the disc player to the preceding track on the disc. The next track button causes the disc player to skip to the following track on the disc. NOTE: If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer starts up - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 38
38 Finding Your Way Around Underside The expansion memory and optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI slot cover protects the slots where you insert additional memory. See "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 55 for detailed information. It is also the slot where an optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 39
, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 40
40 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 41
your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair. Below eye level Approximately 90-degree angles Footrest Correct - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 42
spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores. ❖ Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 43
habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency. ❖ Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your muscles - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 44
44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is being used. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 45
software The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End User License Agreement and click Next. 3 Enter the computer name and description and Toshiba and Microsoft. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 46
up your computer 5 Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. NOTE: If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop. 6 Enter your personal information in the registration window. 7 Enter your name and click Finish to complete the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 47
Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 Adding external devices NOTE: Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software first. See "Setting up your software" on page 45 . Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖ - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 48
48 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer's batteries. The AC power light on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. AC adapter Power cable Power cable and AC - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 49
power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so can cause an electric shock. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power plug when removing - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 50
50 Getting Started Charging the battery Charging the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it. Connect the computer to a live power outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. The on/off light glows green and the battery light glows amber to show that it is - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 51
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 51 Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel. Lift Slide Opening the display panel CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don't force it beyond the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 52
52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Pressing the power button NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don't turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. The AC power light glows when the computer is connected to an external power - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 53
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 Using the TouchPad® The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 54
54 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time left one and corresponds to the left mouse button. To doubleclick, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The function of the secondary button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 55
Getting Started Setting up other devices 55 Setting up other devices Installing additional memory (optional) Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 56
56 Getting Started Setting up other devices 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the empty memory slot. Expansion memory slot cover Base of the computer 6 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the four screws that - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 57
memory module CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 58
58 Getting Started Setting up other devices 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Replace the battery. 14 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. 15 To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory: ❖ Click Start, then click - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 59
cable to one of the computer's USB ports. Connecting a printer NOTE: Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a local printer. NOTE: You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not come with your printer, you may purchase - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 60
may require you to install the 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. CAUTION: Never connect the printer cable while the computer's power is on - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 61
printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. If you plan to set up a printer later, click Cancel. Using the Add - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 62
Getting Started Connecting a printer Sample Add Printer Wizard 5 Follow the instructions. HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a USB printer to your computer. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 63
cable, which may come with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a parallel printer to your computer. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 64
mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 65
a longer period, use the Windows® Turn Off command. Alternatively, use Hibernation mode to save the system settings to the hard disk. ❖ If you have work in progress and are not connected to a network, use the operating system Standby command to save your system settings to memory so that, when you - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 66
the computer To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 67
to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or through Toshiba's Web site at toshibaaccessories.com. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 68
68 Getting Started Caring for your computer 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the security lock slot located on the left side of the computer, then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it. The computer is now securely locked to deter theft. Locking the computer - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 69
, 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 "Setting battery alarms" on page 107. HINT: Some programs have - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 70
70 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 71
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 71 Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 72
72 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Windows® special keys Application key Windows® logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 73
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 73 Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 74
box The Windows® XP operating system's tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on page 127. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 75
and click OK. HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different a file, see "Windows® XP file system" on page 118. Printing your work Verify that the operating system is set up for your printer as described in " - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 76
76 Learning the Basics Using diskettes Sample Print dialog box 3 Click Print to print. Using diskettes The 3.5-inch external diskette drive lets you use high-density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage. Eject button Sample external diskette drive Inserting and removing diskettes 1 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 77
Learning the Basics Using diskettes 77 To release a diskette from the internal drive slot, push the eject button. CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could destroy data and damage the diskette or the drive. To access your diskette - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 78
78 Learning the Basics Backing up your files Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to a diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. Copying to a diskette 1 Insert a diskette into the internal diskette drive. 2 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 79
/CD-RW drive that can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 80
a CD or DVD Components DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Manual eject button Eject button Use the eject button to release the disc tray. This button requires power to operate. CAUTION a disc. The computer needs to be in CD/DVD mode for this command to work properly. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 81
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 81 CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons on the front edge of the computer enable you to play audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on. Previous Next track track Play/Pause Stop/Eject CD/ - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 82
82 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD You can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject button 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 control The following chart describes CD/DVD control and - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 83
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 83 CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM drive power is on. Inserting a disc WARNING: Before playing an audio CD or a DVD, turn the volume down. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust. CAUTION: Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could lose data. 4 Carefully - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 85
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 85 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place. Spindle Disc Correct position Incorrect position Incorrect position Positioning the disc on the spindle CAUTION: Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 86
off: 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. 2 Gently pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the Windows Media Player, it will display in Toshiba Skin mode. Sample Windows MediaTM Player Toshiba Skin You may switch the Media Player window - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 87
Windows MediaTM Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact CD, click the Stop button. Playing a DVD This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVDTM. For you watch DVD movies on your computer using WinDVD, Toshiba highly recommends that your system's power management utility - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive Caring for CDs and DVDs ❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 89
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 89 Setting up for communications To communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ The computer's modem ❖ A telephone line ❖ A communications program To connect to the Internet, you need a Web browser, such as Microsoft® - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 90
: 1 Click Start and point to All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click Network Setup Wizard. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. The computer connects with the network. Using the i.LINK® port The i.LINK® port on the right side of the computer provides an extremely fast - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 91
the computer 91 [Mbps]). You can connect up to 63 external devices to the i.LINK® port. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data-the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate. This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in realtime, such as - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 92
the computer into a powersaving mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 93
battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work often. ❖ Restarting from Standby mode uses less time and battery power than lights are off. If you change your mind and decide to continue working, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. Using Turn - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 94
by pressing the power button or closing the display panel. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn on the feature in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 95
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off Computer 95 3 Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. 4 Select the Advanced tab. The following screen appears. Sample System power mode settings 5 Select Power Off for the options you want. ❖ When I - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 96
96 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 7 Close the Control Panel. NOTE: For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Power Management" on page 172. Starting again after Turn Off To start the computer up again, press and hold the power button until the on/off light changes to green. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 97
your computer for Hibernation: 1 Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon, and then click the Toshiba Power Management icon. 3 Click the Advanced tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want. When I press the power button Set this option - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 98
. NOTE: If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first. To power down the computer using the Standby command, click Start, Turn Off Computer, and select Stand By. Sample Turn off computer dialog box - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 99
's Power Saver utility. 1 Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon, and then click the Toshiba Power Management icon. 3 Click the Advanced tab. 4 Select Standby for the options you want. When I press the power button Set this option to Standby - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 100
using. NOTE: If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work often. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 101
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 102
Using additional batteries If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source, you may want to carry then replace a discharged battery and continue working. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 103
. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 104
clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. To recharge the RTC battery, plug in the computer and leave it time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 105
Panel appears. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. 3 Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. 4 Click the Battery Power Meter tab. The low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The computer calculates the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 106
❖ Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power, such as a PC Card ❖ Where you are working-since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba's power-saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to recharge - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 107
alarm goes off. To set an alarm: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. 3 Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. 4 Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm, as desired. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 108
not to drop it or short-circuit its terminals. Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using Hibernation" on page 96. 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer. 4 Close the display panel - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 109
109 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Sliding the battery release latch 5 Carefully slide the battery release latch toward the center of the computer. Sliding the battery out 6 While holding the battery release latch toward the unlocked position, use the adjacent half-oval finger slot - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 110
110 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Inserting a charged battery 1 Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 With the battery release latch pulled toward the unlocked position, insert the battery from the back end first at a slight - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 111
it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through toshiba.com. ❖ Reverse Polarity should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 112
112 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: ❖ 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 113
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 include an insert regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with your local government - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 114
choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, compact discs and diskettes. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information, or visit toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 115
Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows® XP operating system by guiding you through a few basic tasks. Whether you have used a Windows®operating system or not, the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 116
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. However, the differences are not significant and do not indicate any - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 117
117 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon. You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element's icon from - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 118
118 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ❖ Search for files ❖ Access Windows® Help and Support ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and turn off the computer For more information on starting programs, see "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on page 127. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 119
119 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together the files and folders reside in your computer on a storage device, such as a disk drive. You can think of your computer storage system in terms of office equipment. You have a file cabinet - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 120
® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together NOTE: In this guide, the term "click" refers to the primary button, which is usually the left one. Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically mention that button. For example, "click the secondary button - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 121
121 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together Sample My Computer window open 6 Now click the Close button in the upper-right corner of this window. The My Computer window is closed. 7 Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 122
122 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together Start button Taskbar System tray Sample desktop with the taskbar on the right HINT: You can move the taskbar to any of the desktop's four edges. 8 Click the taskbar once again and drag it - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 123
Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar. The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Opening a Web page from a window The most common way to open a Web page is by typing a Web address in the address line of - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 124
124 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 125
125 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens, there is a new button on the taskbar that reads New Doc.txt- Notepad (the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space but, if you point to the name - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 126
126 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Lesson 5: Creating a new folder DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet. In this case, a disk drive in the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 127
127 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs 7 Close the window by clicking its Close button and continue with the next lesson to learn how to start programs. Lesson 6: Starting programs Usually, you will know which program you want to use for a particular task. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 128
128 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs To use Windows Explorer to launch programs: 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. 2 Click Accessories. 3 Click Windows Explorer. The operating system opens Windows® Explorer, which provides access to all your - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 129
129 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows If you have followed the lessons in this chapter, you now have a screen with several program windows open. You can organize these windows - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 130
130 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Using the taskbar If you have application windows open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by clicking and dragging the program's button on the taskbar. You have these options: ❖ Move - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 131
except the taskbar. Notice that the Maximize button has changed. It is now called the Restore button. HINT: Maximizing a program is a good way to work when you are only using that program and do not want any distractions on the screen. Resizing and moving windows 1 Click the Restore button in - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 132
allows you to rearrange the desktop to suit your needs. Experiment with different sizes and placements of windows to find the best arrangement for your work. At this point you have two programs open on the desktop. The next lesson shows you how to close them. Lesson 8: Closing programs Once you - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 133
133 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts By adding shortcuts to your desktop, you can open programs or files with the click of a button. You will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently. This - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 134
134 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts The operating system displays the new shortcut on your desktop. Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don't know the name and location of the program file. 1 Click Start, then click Search. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 135
135 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search Results dialog box HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 2 Click All files and folders. 3 Type char in the text box labeled: In all or part of the file name. 4 Click Search. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 136
change one of the properties of the desktop-the screen saver. This is a continuously changing pattern that appears on the screen during pauses in your work. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 137
137 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver 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 Properties. The operating system opens the Display - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 138
138 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time The operating system returns you to the desktop. You can view any object's properties by clicking the object with the secondary button, then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears. The next - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 139
139 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 140
File Delete window appears. 5 Click Yes to permanently delete the file. The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin. Later on-in your real work, not in this tutorial-you will use the Recycle Bin to delete other objects such as folders, - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 141
141 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restore documents, and sometimes even programs. Still, the process is the same. Just drag an object's icon to the Recycle Bin. If you change your mind and want to restore an object you sent to the Recycle Bin, select the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 142
for future use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time. Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? This teaches you how to use some of the Help features in the Windows ® XP operating system. Windows® XP Help and Support The operating system has a Help - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 143
® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 2 If you do not see the index, click index. Help and Support displays the Index. Sample Help and Support Index The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 144
144 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Sample help window for drawings Notice that under the category drawings, there is a subcategory: creating using Paint. 4 Highlight creating using Paint, then click Display. Help opens a topic screen that, in - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 145
tour is a good way to start. To start the tour: 1 Click Start, then click Tour Windows XP The Windows® XP Tour window appears. 2 Follow the instructions. Sample Windows® XP Tour window - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 146
146 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 operating system turn off your computer. As it shuts down, the operating system performs a number of tasks that ensure that everything - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 147
New system file protection ❖ A system restore function, allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode ❖ An improved help center, support automation, and automatic Windows® operating system update ❖ Wizards to simplify setting up your home network ❖ Ability to share one Internet connection - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 148
Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work. You can customize the following aspects of the desktop: ❖ Taskbar - which resources to display for quick access ❖ Web content - what information from - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 149
, Windows Explorer, or Internet Explorer. For more information about changing your desktop style, enter Desktop on the Index tab in Help and Support. Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. 2 Select the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 150
150 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Sample Web-style option 3 Click the preferred options. 4 Click Apply, click OK. Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window. If you subscribe to the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 151
151 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window. As you browse, the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 152
152 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop The elements you can add to the top of the window are: Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages, programs, folders, or documents. By default, the address bar shows your current location, and whether it is a folder or a Web page - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 153
153 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 2 Double-click the folder you want to open. 3 In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. The Folders Options box appears. 4 In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. 5 Click Apply, then OK. Helpful information on how - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 154
and an external diskette drive, you can work with your notebook as if it were connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you're having trouble - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 155
AMR Properties box appears. 8 Click the General tab. 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 the properties box, then the Phone and Modem Options box. 11 Close - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 156
. ❖ A wireless network, you need a wireless networking PC Card, or contact your authorized Toshiba representative. Setting up the connection To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection click New Connection Wizard. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. The computer connects to the network. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 157
your computer system. It is recommended that you do not remove the module from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner. Setting up a direct cable connection To establish a direct cable connection with another computer: 1 Click Start, All Programs. 2 Point - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 158
Host 8 Follow the on-screen instructions. An overview of using the Internet Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing around the world connected by communications lines. They all work together to share information. The World Wide Web The - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 159
-speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A modem ❖ A Web browser ❖ A telephone line ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you have established an ISP account, you - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 160
you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas can communicate in real-time, one-on - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 161
features clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 162
162 Exploring Your Options Exploring video features 1 Connect the S-video cable to your television. NOTE: Video cables are not included with your computer. To connect a device to the S-video jack, you'll need to purchase the appropriate cable. 2 Change the display properties setting to 800 x 600: ❖ - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 163
163 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Playing DVDs 1 Open the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW tray. 2 Place the DVD in the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive. 3 Launch WinDVDTM and press the Play button. Bookmark Playlist Variable rewind and fast forward Minimize Full screen Exit Help Repeat - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 164
164 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features to the microphone jack and using the Sound Recorder feature in the operating system. DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced "wave") file is the format for storing sound in files. Using a microphone Attaching a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 165
165 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone. NOTE: You can only record 60 seconds at a time. 4 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. 5 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 6 To save the file - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 166
166 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 167
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 The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your PC Card and is installed automatically. Even if your - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 168
168 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Inserting PC Cards Inserting a PC Card 1 If your PC Card does not support hot swapping, save your data and turn off the computer before inserting the PC Card. For more information, see "Hot swapping" on page 170. 2 Hold - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 169
169 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Removing PC Cards 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card. The operating system advises you that you may safely remove the card. Ejecting a PC Card 3 Remove the PC Card - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 170
170 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called "hot swapping." Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 171
Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 172
you to control your computer's power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or define your own. To access the Toshiba Power Management Utility. 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. 3 Click the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 173
that you are using do not require a lot of system resources, you may experience longer work sessions by enabling the Normal or Long Life settings. By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 174
174 Toshiba Utilities Power Management Battery mode tab This section lists the preset modes along with the estimated battery life for each mode. The preset modes are: ❖ - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 175
a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive, your computer comes with WinDVD preinstalled. When you watch DVD movies on your computer using WinDVD, Toshiba highly recommends that your system's power management utility is set to full power mode. 175 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 176
RW drive into the Modular Bay. Insert a DVD into the drive, following the instructions in "Inserting a disc" on page 83. The computer automatically detects the disc in " on page 185 for information on enabling autoplay). To open WinDVD manually: 1 Click Start, and point to All Programs. 2 Point to - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 177
at the top and a status bar at the bottom. If the toolbar or status bar does not appear, you can display them by following the instructions in "Setting general properties" on page 185. The toolbar contains basic DVD playback controls. Pause the pointer over a button to display its definition. The - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 178
WinDVD control panel resembles the control panel of a standard home DVD player. TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer's hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 179
179 WinDVD Playing DVDs From the WinDVD control panel, you can open an expanded control panel by clicking the expanded controls button. The expanded control panel contains several advanced features. See "Using WinDVD Advanced Features" on page 191 for an explanation of these features. Using the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 180
180 WinDVD Playing DVDs Click this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Repeat - repeat the current None chapter, if the DVD contains chapters. Otherwise this button repeats the DVD from the beginning. When the repeat button is activated, the repeat symbol appears to the left of the chapter - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 181
181 WinDVD Playing DVDs Click this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Fast backward - move R quickly backward through the DVD content. When you reach the desired location, click the play button to resume playing the DVD. Previous - move to the beginning of the previous chapter and resume - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 182
182 WinDVD Using playlists Using playlists TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer's hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD. Unsupported features appear - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 183
183 WinDVD Using playlists 2 Click the File button in the lower left corner of the window, to indicate that you are creating a playlist of individual files. 3 In the left display select the drive and folder where the DVD files are located. In the upper right window, select the file you want to play - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 184
184 WinDVD Customizing WinDVD Resuming normal playback after using playlists To resume playing the DVD files in order after using a playlist, click the eject button to open the disc tray, then close it again. The DVD resumes normal playback. Customizing WinDVD You can control several general WinDVD - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 185
185 WinDVD Customizing WinDVD Setting general properties You use the General tab to select the region code, the drive letter assigned to the DVD-ROM drive, the autoplay default option, and which WinDVD toolbars are displayed by default. Region coding is part of the protection system for DVD content. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 186
is the WinDVD control panel. 5 Click OK to save your settings. Setting audio properties NOTE: The DVD author determines which features the DVD supports. When playing a DVD, some of the control panel features may be unavailable. Unsupported features appear gray, and you cannot select them. 1 In the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 187
audio channels into one channel. Stereo mixes the audio channels into two channels. 3 In the Vocal options box, select the desired option for DVDs that support vocal as follows: ❖ No vocal does not output vocals to any speaker. ❖ Left vocal outputs vocals to left speakers only. ❖ Right vocal outputs - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 188
188 WinDVD Customizing WinDVD Setting display properties 1 In the Properties dialog box, click the Display tab. The Display tab moves to the front. Sample Properties dialog box with Display tab selected 2 Select the Lock aspect ratio check box to maintain the original aspect ratio when the video - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 189
189 WinDVD Customizing WinDVD Customizing the control panel You can customize the appearance of your WinDVDTM 2000 player's control panel. To configure the control panel's appearance: 1 Position the pointer over the control panel, then click the secondary button to display a shortcut menu of control - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 190
190 WinDVD Customizing WinDVD 2 You can select a new control panel background color, or select WinDVD to display the control panel in a different format. Sample new WinDVD control panel appearance You can also select About to display copyright and version information. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 191
191 WinDVD Using WinDVD Advanced Features Using WinDVD Advanced Features TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer's hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 192
192 WinDVD Using WinDVD Advanced Features Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Playback speed- None control the speed at which the DVD plays. Move the slider to the left to slow the playback speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster. Placing the slider in the center plays the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 193
Use this 193 WinDVD Using WinDVD Advanced Features To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Numeric keypad - 0 - 9 use these buttons to select a chapter by entering the chapter number. After you have entered a chapter number, click the check mark button on the right of the middle row on the numeric - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 194
options. This feature is most commonly used with multi-language content to change the spoken/heard language. This button is enabled only when the DVD supports dynamic audio track changes. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 195
- displays S a list of all the available language subtitles. This button is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and supports dynamic subtitle information changes. Select the desired language, or select Default to display subtitles in the DVD's default language. Camera angles - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 196
196 WinDVD Using WinDVD Advanced Features Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Bookmark - save an None unlimited number of locations on the DVD for quick reference. On the bookmark shortcut menu, click Add to open the Add Bookmark dialog box. Type a bookmark name, then click OK. The - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 197
197 WinDVD Using WinDVD Advanced Features 4 Release the primary button. WinDVD automatically fills the window with the selected area. Panning Once you are zoomed in on an area of the WinDVD video window, you can move the zoom window location using the pan feature. 1 With the video window in zoom - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 198
198 WinDVD Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD The adjustment dialog box provides another set of sliders for adjusting volume and brightness. It also provides two color control sliders. Move the Color control 1 slider to the right to increase the blue and decrease the yellow color values. Move - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 199
are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding. If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations, chances are the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 200
close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it does not, continue with step 3. 5 Close the remaining programs one information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 201
seconds. If you are using the AC adapter, check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp. The computer starts but, conflict. When this happens, turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press Ctrl, - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 202
Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears. ❖ The operating - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 203
your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. This Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 204
. Try again later. The Windows® XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly, but you still have a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help and - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 205
-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 206
). It also needs a direct channel to the computer's memory to store information as it works. These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources. Interrupt Request Channel The and use its resources for the new device, see "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 207. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 207
conflict ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. CAUTION - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 208
, and other power-using functions. ❖ The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is also present. Click troubleshooting. A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 209
3 Remove the memory module. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 55, and making sure batteries (main battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 210
a hardware conflict If the AC power light still does not come on, check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery doesn't charge while the computer is consuming full - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 211
or more keyboard error messages. If you have a second keyboard, try it. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 212
, press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its ❖ Check that the monitor's power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 213
higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode. Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 214
to recover lost data using utility software, which is available from your dealer. Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 215
the second diskette, the first diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions, see "Disk drive problems" on page 213). DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the drive tray has - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 216
, use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject the computer. Some discs run correctly, but others do not. If the problem is with an application CD-ROM, refer to the software's documentation and check - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 217
vendor to ensure that you have the appropriate drivers for both your hardware (for example, the graphics card) and software (drivers must support the operating system and DVD with WinDVD). Slow playback performance. DVD playback is a resource intensive application. Other applications and/or changes - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 218
the component. 4 Verifying that your display driver resolution, color depth and refresh rate are optimal for DVD playback. (Some systems do not support video overlays if these parameters are not optimal.) Try lowering these settings to improve performance. Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting To ensure - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 219
mode should be Ultra DMA Mode 2. If it isn't, select Ultra DMA Mode 2 from the drop-down list and click OK. WinDVD problems: content issues Movies exhibit poor performance of "Director's Commentary" or other similar optional content versions. Some movies may exhibit poor performance of these - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 220
(only available with Microsoft OSR 2.1 or above with PIXX 4.0 and USB support added) ❖ WinDVD software WinDVD: error messages This table offers descriptions and resolutions valid disc type. If the disc works in other players, try using a disc cleaner. The disc may require features that are - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 221
the Microsoft Web site). No audio subsystem could be found for playback. There is a problem with the audio card or audio component within the system. The problem may be one of the following: There is a problem with the audio driver. The audio card is faulty. Check installation of the sound card - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 222
drivers. An unexpected error has occurred. This error is unclassified. Report the problem and any error code to your supplier's Technical Support. This is usually a rare, title-specific problem. There is a problem with the copy protection system within the DVD-ROM drive. Playback cannot continue - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 223
authorized. Change the Parental Control level in the DVD Options dialog. Note that WinDVD requires a password for this change. WinDVD encountered an error. Report the problem and any error code to your supplier's Technical Support. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 224
This file appears to contain unsupported data. Please refer to the Supported Formats section of the WinDVD Help file and ensure that this the disc is a valid type (DVDVideo, Video CD, or audio CD). Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. If you - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 225
PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you're having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, special software called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 226
card in that machine. If the card malfunctions again, it may be defective. Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start. 2 Click My Computer icon with the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 227
Card. Refer to the PC Card documentation. Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. For more information, see "Using PC Cards" on page 167. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert secure. Refer to the card's documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 228
228 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 229
habits Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. TECHNICAL NOTE sure you are prepared. Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 230
Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 69 for instructions. On 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 231
before contacting Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support group for - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 232
along with its installation diskettes or CD-ROM. ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred. ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred. For technical support, call the Toshiba InTouch® Center: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 233
233 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca www.toshiba-Europe.com www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm http://servicio.toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 234
Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street Markham, Ontario L3R - 8H2 Canada Denmark Scribona Danmark A/S Naverland 27 DK2600 Glostrup Denmark France Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A. 7, Rue Ampère 92804 Puteaux Cédex France Greece Ideal Electronics S.A. 109 Syngrou Avenue 176 71 Kalithea Athens Greece Ireland - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 235
B.V. Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands Morocco C.B.I. 22 Rue de Béthune Casablanca Morocco Norway Scribona Norge A/S Toshiba PC Service Stalfjaera 20 P.O. Box 51 Kalbakken 0901 OSLO 9 Norway Poland TECHMEX S.A. ul. Partyzantów 71, 43-316 Bielsko-Biala 01-059 Warszawa - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 236
offices Slovenia Inea d.o.o. Ljubljanska 80 61230 Domzale Slovenia Sweden Scribona PC AB Sundbybergsväegen 1 Box 1374 171 27 Solna Sweden United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge KT15 2UL United Kingdom The Rest of Europe - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 237
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 238
238 Instant password security Fn + This hot key causes the screen to become blank, hiding whatever was previously displayed. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the mouse or any key will make the display reappear. With a - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 239
usage modes in the Windows®operating system under AC power are Full Power and User Defined. The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, see "Power Management" on page 172. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 240
240 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 By - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 241
must set the resolution of the built-in display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. Simultaneous mode works only with external monitors that support 640 X 480 resolution and higher. Display brightness Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 242
242 Enabling a wireless device Fn + This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer. The wireless mode is: ❖ Wi-Fi enabled-This enables the Wi-Fi antenna. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key enables/disables the Touchpad. To use the TouchPad, - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 243
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 Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 244
244 Power Cable Connectors - Blank Page - - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 245
NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 246
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 port 1 (parallel port) LSI large - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 247
World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell. This type of display works well with notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high-quality color. Active - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 248
signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in read-only memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system when you - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 249
249 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 Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 250
- The extent to which computers, programs, or devices can work together harmoniously, using the same commands, formats, or language as between the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 251
251 Glossary direct memory access (DMA) - A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory - See folder. disable - To turn a computer option off. See also enable. disc - A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 252
252 Glossary DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-ROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM. - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 253
to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 254
. internal device - See device. Internet - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using the - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 255
255 Glossary liquid crystal display (LCD) - A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it. A filter - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 256
coming from another company on a company network or the Internet. operating system - A set of programs that controls how the computer works. Examples of operating systems are Windows® XP and Windows® Millennium Edition operating systems. P palette - See color palette. parallel - Processes that - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 257
, refers to the computer's ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices. When capitalized, refers to a standard that, processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs ( - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 258
ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S select - To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 259
active-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB) - A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps (12 million bits per program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. VW Web - - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 260
260 Glossary - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 261
Index A AC adapter 48 AC power light 35, 48, 52 Accessories programs 141 adding memory 55 alarms low battery 107 audio CDs playing 79 audio features 163 avoiding injury 40 B battery alarms 107 changing 108 charge not lasting 210 charging 50, 65, 103 conserving power 106 disposal 113 inserting 110 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 262
DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/ CD-RW safety instructions 10 CD-ROMs using 79 writing 30 CDs 33, 87 inserting 84 problem solving 216 changing main battery 108 channels DMA click 53 closing programs 132 COM port 154 comfort chair 41 lighting 42 work habits 43 commands Hibernation 92 Stand By 91, 92 Turn Off 91 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 263
Disk Defragmenter 214 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 214 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 213 running slow 214 diskette drive 76 can't removing 76 display 33 doesn't look normal/flickers 212 external monitor not working 213 external, adjusting 64 hot key 63 latch 51 LCD 33 properties - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 264
drive tray won't open 216 eject button 80 light 36 manual eject hole/button 80 problems 215 troubleshooting 208 DVDs 33, 79 playing 163 E email 160 emulating 59 external microphone connecting 164 external monitor connecting 154 not working 213 external speakers 166 F FAT (File Allocation Table) 213 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 265
connection 204 URL address not found 204 internet explorer icon 117 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 159 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 206 J jacks function keys 71 hot keys 242 indicator panel 33, 34 lights 33 not working 201, 211 numeric keypad overlay 73 overlay keys 72 unexpected characters 211 Windows - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 266
89 Microsoft Support Online Web site 205 Microsoft Windows XP 23, 115 minimizing 130 modem determining COM port 154 port 29, 89 problem solving 229 225 computer stops working 226 eject button 31 errors 227 hot swapping fails 227 inserting 168 modem default 154 not recognized 227 problem solving 225, - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 267
light 35 monitoring 105 on/off button 32 problem solving 209 power down options Hibernation 91 Stand computer will not power up 201 contacting Toshiba 231 corrupted/damaged data files 214 Device working 213 external keyboard not working 211 external monitor 212 faulty memory 209 hardware conflict 205 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 268
program not responding 199 program not working properly 214 screen does not look right/flickers 212 system resources 206 trouble prevention 229 URL address not found 43 traveling 114 safety instruction CD-ROM 10 DVD-ROM 10 safety instructions DVD-ROM/CD-RW 10 saving your work 74 screen 33 blank 211 - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 269
starting up the computer from Standby 100 Startup menu problem solving 203 stop button 37 support for Windows 118 system indicator panel 33, 35 system a window 152 Toshiba Internet Web sites 233 Toshiba Accessories information 25 Toshiba Forum 231 Toshiba online services 231 Toshiba Power Saver Shut - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 270
address 123, 160 Web browsers 158 Web sites 231 Support Online 205 Web sites, Toshiba 233 Wi-Fi wireless networking 156 windows hiding 129 repositioning 133 desktop 116 Help 142, 204, 205 Help and Support 204 opening a Web page 123 problem solving 202 Recycle Bin 139 removing objects 139 resizing or - Toshiba Satellite 1905-S277 | User Guide - Page 271
Index advanced features 191 color balance 197 control panel 178 controls are disabled 216 customizing 184 error messages 220 help 198 Internet browser, launching 198 not functioning properly 220 pan 197 performance is poor 217 playing DVDs 175 playlists 182 properties, audio 186 properties, display
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TOSHIBA
C6618-1002M2
Satellite
®
1905 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
Chapter 9
on
page 199
in this
guide.