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Satellite® 3000/3005 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ VirtualTechTM e-support tool Double-click the desktop icon or visit the Web site: http://virtualtech.answerteam.com ❖ InTouchsm Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 2
2 Model: Satellite 3000/3005 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 3
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 4
Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 5
to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message. Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment 1 NOTICE: The Industry - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 6
with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's Ringer Equivalence Number (REN - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | 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 be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 8
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 9
employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 11
OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Trademarks Satellite and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, SelectServ, FreedomWare, SmartMedia and VirtualTech are trademarks, and InTouch is a service mark of Toshiba America Information Systems - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 12
12 TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 13
Contents Introduction 21 This guide 21 Safety icons 22 Other documentation 23 Service options 24 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 25 Making sure you have everything 25 Front with the display closed 26 Back 27 Right side 28 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 14
14 Contents Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 43 Setting up your computer 44 Installing additional memory (optional 45 Removing a memory module 48 Connecting a mouse 48 Connecting a printer 48 Connecting the AC adapter 49 Installing a device in the Modular Bay 51 Charging the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 15
15 Contents Inserting and removing diskettes 72 Caring for diskettes 72 Backing up your files 73 Using your CD or DVD drive 73 Drive components and control buttons 74 Setting the CD/DVD/Media Player power switch to CD/DVD 76 Setting the CD/DVD/Media Player power switch to Media Player 77 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 16
16 Contents Using a second battery 94 Battery safety precautions 94 Maximizing battery life 95 Power management 95 Charging batteries 96 Charging the main and secondary batteries ..... 96 Charging the RTC battery 97 Monitoring battery power 98 Determining remaining battery power 98 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 17
from the desktop .. 126 Lesson 13: Using System Restore 128 Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do 129 Windows® XP Help and Support Center ........ 129 Using the online tours and tutorials 131 Lesson 15: Turning off your computer 132 Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options 135 Windows® XP special - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 18
150 The World Wide Web 150 Internet Service Providers 151 Signing up with an Internet Service Provider 151 Surfing the Internet 151 Internet out port 158 Playing Video CDs 161 Using PC Cards 162 PC Card supporting software 162 Inserting PC Cards 162 Removing PC Cards 163 Hot swapping - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 19
188 Adjusting the color balance 188 Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD ..... 189 Getting Help 189 Exiting WinDVD 189 Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong 191 Problems when you turn on the computer........... 193 The Windows® operating system is not working 194 Using Startup options to fix - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 20
201 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive problems .......... 208 Sound system problems 216 PC Card problems 217 Printer problems 220 Modem problems 221 Develop good computing habits 222 Using VirtualTech - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 21
, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go. Your system comes with either Windows® XP Home, or Windows® XP Professional. This guide contains information for both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba computer. For specific information on the software, see the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 22
with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 23
indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: ❖ This electronic user's guide. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery CD. Toshiba Accessories - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 24
24 Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServTM 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 191. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 25
Chapter 1 Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 26
a diskette drive, additional hard disk drive or secondary battery. The bay only supports one device at a time. It is designated by default as drive D:. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 27
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow 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 standard - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 28
system, including audio CDs and DVD-ROMs. The PC Card ejection tabs release PC Cards from the corresponding slots. The two stacked PC Card slots support up to two Type I or Type II PC Cards, or one Type III PC Card. See "Using PC Cards" on page 162 for more information - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 29
sure you don't block the cooling vents. Left side Speaker SmartMedia card slot Headphone jack Microphone jack Line-in jack The SmartMediaTM card slot supports up to 128 MB SmartMedia Random Access Memory (RAM) cards. These small cards are about one-third the size of conventional PC Cards and - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 30
30 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as external speakers. Connecting other devices automatically disables the internal speakers. The internal speaker allows you to hear sounds from - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 31
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 31 The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a fullsize keyboard. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 64. The system indicator panel is a series of lights that glow when certain functions are being performed by the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 32
, see "Accessing the wireless modules using your computer's system tray" on page 147. NOTE: For environments that do not permit wireless use or instruct you to turn off all radio devices (for example, aboard commercial aircraft), you should turn the Wi-Fi switch off. The SmartMediaTM indicator - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 33
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 33 white number printed on the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see "Using the numeric keypad overlay" on page 67. Pressing the Internet button will open Microsoft® Internet Explorer. For more - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 34
34 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open indicator for a secondary battery, if one is seated in the Modular Bay. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media and result in loss of data. CD or DVD control buttons The control buttons - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 35
, setting the switch to the right turns on the computer and launches Windows MediaTM Player as the default. To play a DVD you will need to manually start WinDVD. The first time you turn on the DVD drive, you get a note about performance. Click OK. If you don't want the message to - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 36
36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open If there's a DVD in the drive, setting the switch to the left leaves the the computer's main power on and launches WinDVDTM. When you open the display, WinDVD automatically starts playing the DVD title. Audio CD playback and the power switch - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 37
Underside Finding Your Way Around Underside 37 Modular Bay Modular Bay release latch Expansion memory slot cover Hard disk drive Battery pack Battery release latch The Modular Bay allows you to add a CD-ROM, DVDROM, CD-R, or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive. You can also add a diskette drive, - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 38
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Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 40
completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider. Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers. With a little - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 41
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 41 ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the screen. Seating and posture When using your computer, maintain good - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 42
42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores. ❖ Sit with your back straight so that - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 43
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency. ❖ Take - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 44
44 Getting Started Setting up your computer one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period. ❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the computer's keyboard. If you do spill a liquid - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 45
Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 line. See "Connecting the modem to a phone line" on page 82. Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory ❖ Connect a mouse ❖ Connect a local printer ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Connecting a monitor, keyboard and - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 46
the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover. Expansion memory slot cover Base of a Satellite 3000/3005 Series computer 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that secure the expansion memory slot cover, then remove the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 47
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. 9 Replace the expansion memory slot cover. 10 Replace the screws and tighten them. 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 48
48 Getting Started Setting up your computer Removing a memory module 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 45. 2 Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory module pops up. 3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally to pull it out of the slot. 4 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 49
Getting Started Setting up your computer 49 To connect a parallel printer: CAUTION: Connecting the parallel printer cable while the computer is on may damage the printer, the computer, or both. 1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer's parallel port. To the computer To - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 50
50 Getting Started Setting up your computer Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable. If the power cable becomes damaged or the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 51
Getting Started Charging the battery 51 The AC power and battery lights glow. 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 the cable - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 52
52 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time is on. If the computer is not consuming full power, the time required to charge the battery is reduced. For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 94. CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 53
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 Turning on the power 1 Check that all the drives are empty. 2 Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the power button located on the top of the keyboard. For an illustration to help you locate this button, see "Front with the display - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 54
the control buttons. For more on the TouchPad, see "Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together" on page 107. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 55
documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button. Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer, the operating system guides you through several essential steps to set up your software. These steps may or may not appear in the following order: ❖ Select your time zone - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 56
information from Microsoft. ❖ Sign up for Internet access. This step guides you through signing up for a new Internet account, or assists you to your computer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating system Add - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 57
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 57 2 Select Printers and Faxes. The Printers and Faxes window appears. Sample Printers and Faxes window 3 Click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard starts. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 58
If your printer is Plug and Play, the operating system recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual. 5 If the printer you are setting up: ❖ Is not connected to a network, select Local printer attached to this computer. If you select Local printer - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 59
select your printer. 7 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your printer, then click Next. 8 Select the port settings according to the instructions in your printer's documentation and the port to which your printer is connected, then click Next. The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 60
60 Getting Started Caring for your computer If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the computer off, it may take up to several hours to recharge the main battery. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 61
Getting Started Caring for your computer 61 Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 62
62 Getting Started Caring for your computer To secure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through the loop. 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 63
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 64
64 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 65
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 65 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 l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 66
66 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 67
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 67 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 68
the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the programmable buttons Your Satellite 3000/3005 Series computer has two buttons you can program to perform a variety of functions. They are the Internet button and the Application button - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 69
Learning the Basics Starting a program 69 The predefined functions are: ❖ Close Application Selecting Close Application closes any open window that you select. ❖ Mute Selecting Mute will mute the sound system. ❖ Task Switch Selecting Task Switch toggles between open applications. Selecting the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 70
70 Learning the Basics Saving your work ❖ Use the Run dialog box The Windows® XP operating system tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on page 114. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 71
Learning the Basics Printing your work 71 Printing your work Verify that the Windows® XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in "Setting up a printer" on page 56. TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 72
72 Learning the Basics Using diskettes Inserting and removing diskettes 1 Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive. 2 Push the diskette gently into the drive slot on the left side of the computer. When the diskette is in place, the eject button pops out. To - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 73
Learning the Basics Backing up your files 73 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. 1 Insert a diskette into the diskette drive. 2 Click Start, then click My - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 74
page 75. 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 look like this: Drive-in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD-ROM drive - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 75
glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. The eject button requires power to operate. The manual eject button does not require power. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 76
76 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive CD/DVD/Media Player power switch Previous track Play/pause Next track Stop/eject CD or DVD control buttons on the top of the computer The previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc. The play/pause button starts playing the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 77
you open the display, Windows MediaTM Player automatically plays the default audio file (if the drive is empty). To play a DVD you will need to manually start WinDVD. If there's an audio CD in the drive, setting the CD/DVD/ Media Player switch to the right (Media Player position) turns the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 78
78 Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive The disc tray partially opens. CAUTION: To avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray. 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open. 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 79
Spindle Disc Learning the Basics Using your CD or DVD drive 79 Correct position Incorrect position Incorrect position Positioning the disc on the spindle CAUTION: Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle. If you position the disc incorrectly, it can jam the disc tray. 6 Close the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 80
or to pause, click the Play/Pause button on the CD Player control panel. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Playing a DVD This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVD. For information about how to play back a DVD, see "WinDVD 2000" on page 167. Viewing the contents - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 81
locked. Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray fully open - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 82
® Internet Explorer. TECHNICAL NOTE: Disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts data transmission. Connecting the modem to a phone line The Satellite 3000/3005 Series computers come with a builtin modem and 10/100 Ethernet LAN connection. To use the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 83
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications 83 modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade RJ11 telephone line. 1 Attach one end of a standard RJ11 telephone cable to the modem port. To locate the modem port, see "Back" on page 27. 2 Plug the other end of the RJ11 telephone cable - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Powering down the computer When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernation and Stand by. Each option has its advantages. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to power down - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 85
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 85 to the hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than restoring it from memory. When you start up - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 86
86 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down ❖ Restarting from Stand by mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off, Shut down or Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and files - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 87
Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 87 The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears. 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The computer shuts down completely. Turning off more quickly You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button or closing the display - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Using Hibernation For the Windows® XP Home operating system, follow these steps to power down the computer using Hibernation: 1 Click Start, select Turn off computer. The Turn off computer dialog box appears. 2 Hold down the shift key. The Stand by option - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 89
Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 89 Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode by pressing the power button or closing the display panel. 1 Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel. 2 In the Control Panel window, click the Toshiba Power - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 90
90 Learning the Basics Using Stand by Using Stand by For the Windows® XP Home operating system, follow these steps to power down the computer using the Stand by command: 1 Click Start, select Turn off computer. The Turn off computer box appears. 2 Click Stand By. Sample Turn off computer dialog - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 91
Learning the Basics Using Stand by 91 3 Click OK. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks green to indicate the machine is in Stand by mode. NOTE: If you power down using the Stand by - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 92
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Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 94
94 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable lithium ion (Li-ion) high-capacity battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times. In addition, the computer has an - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 95
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power 95 Maximizing battery life A high-capacity battery pack can be recharged many times. Over time it will gradually lose its ability to hold a charge. To maximize the life of your battery: ❖ Avoid leaving the computer plugged in and unused for - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 96
96 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging batteries NOTE: Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. The main battery and the optional secondary battery need to be charged before you can use them to power the computer. Charging - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 97
Mobile Computing Charging batteries 97 To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 degrees Celsius). ❖ The battery is almost completely discharged. Leave the power connected, and the battery should begin - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 98
98 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Monitoring battery power The battery light indicates the primary battery's current charge. The Modular Bay light indicates the charge state of the secondary battery (if used). In both cases, the indicator light: ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 99
Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 99 TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 100
100 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power ❖ Put the computer in Hibernation mode and replace the battery with a charged spare. ❖ Save your work and turn off the computer. If you don't manage to do any of these things before the battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 101
the battery from the computer 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer via the Start menu or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using Hibernation" on page 88. 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down with - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 102
the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 103
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. If you have used a Windows® operating system before, you will find the Windows® XP operating system familiar. Whether you have - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 104
the desktop start programs, 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 105
displayed on your system desktop include: Toshiba Great Software Offer-A service provided by Toshiba that offers additional software. Recycle Bin-Holds files -A Toshiba utility to help answer technical questions and troubleshoot system problems. For more information about VirtualTech, see "Using - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 106
System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ❖ Open recently accessed documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Search for files ❖ Access Windows Help and Support Center ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer For more information on starting programs, see "Lesson 6: Starting - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 107
107 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together Programs, documents, and other data are held in files. These files can be grouped together in folders, and folders can be grouped inside other folders for convenient organizing. All the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 108
the primary button (usually the left) to open the Start menu. NOTE: In this guide, the term "click" refers to the primary button, which is usually the left-hand button. Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically mention that button. For example, "click the secondary button." 2 Click - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 109
109 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together Sample My Computer window 6 Now click the Close button in the upper-right corner of this window. The operating system closes the My Computer window. 7 Click an empty area of the taskbar at - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 110
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 111
111 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document you can also type a Web address in the My Computer window. 1 Click Start, then double-click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. 2 On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click Address Bar if it is not - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 112
112 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document 2 Click New, then click Text Document. The operating system creates an icon on the desktop called New Text Document with the icon name highlighted. 3 To give your document a meaningful name, type My New Doc.txt - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 113
113 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder To learn more about Notepad, click Help or open the Help menu by pressing F1. For now, leave Notepad open and go on to the next lesson. Lesson 5: Creating a new folder DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 114
114 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs The outline of the document icon moves across the desktop and disappears into the folder. 6 To see your document, double-click the folder icon. A window opens and displays the contents of the folder. 7 Close the window - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 115
115 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs Sample Paint window 3 To open the second program, click Start, then click All Programs. 4 Point to Accessories, then click Windows Explorer. The operating system opens Windows Explorer, which provides access to all your - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 116
116 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it-one for Paint and one for Windows Explorer. 5 Click the Paint button on the taskbar. The operating system displays - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 117
117 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size, shape, and position of windows open on the desktop. Sample Windows Explorer open on the desktop Using the taskbar If you have - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 118
118 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Minimizing and maximizing windows 1 To make the Windows Explorer window the active window, click the Windows Explorer button on the taskbar. The operating system highlights the Windows Explorer - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 119
119 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closing programs For the next few steps assume that you want to be able to see both Paint and Windows Explorer at the same time. 2 Move the pointer to the right-hand edge of the Paint window. The pointer changes to a two-headed arrow. 3 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 120
120 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts To close the programs: 1 Click the Close button at the top-right of the Explorer window. That is all there is to it. Windows Explorer closes, removing the Explorer button from the taskbar as well. 2 Close Paint and the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 121
121 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Create Shortcut dialog box 3 In the Command line box, type c:\winnt\system32\calc.exe and click Next. The operating system prompts you to select a name for the shortcut. 4 Type Calculator and click Finish. The - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 122
122 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search options on the Start menu 2 Click All Files and Folders. The operating system displays the Search Results dialog box. Sample Search Results dialog box - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 123
123 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 3 Type char in the All or part of the file name: text box, and then click Search. The operating system displays a list of all the files with " - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 124
124 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver of these properties can be customized to meet your particular needs and tastes. DEFINITION: An object is an independent block of data, text, or graphics that was created by an individual application. This - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 125
125 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time 5 Scroll through the screen saver options by clicking the scroll arrows in the list box. 6 Try a screen saver pattern by clicking a name in the list box. The operating system displays your selection in the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 126
126 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 127
127 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop original uncluttered state. This lesson explains how to remove objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin. 1 Click the New Folder icon you created, drag it until it is over the Recycle Bin - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 128
128 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restore 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, documents, and sometimes even programs. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 129
of storing your system settings 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 lesson teaches you how to use some of the Help and Support features in Windows® XP operating system. Windows® XP Help - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 130
130 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Help and Support Center displays the Index. Sample Help and Support Center Index The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 131
131 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Sample Drawing help window 5 Click the Paint link. The operating system opens the Paint program. Not every Help topic contains a hot link to start the program it is talking about. However, when you do - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 132
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer Sample Windows® XP Tours and tutorials window To start a Windows® XP tour or tutorial: 1 Click Start, then Help and Support Center. 2 Click What's new in Windows XP. 3 Click Taking a tour or tutorial. 4 On the right pane, click Take the Windows XP tour. Lesson 15 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 133
133 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning off your computer 2 Click Turn Off. The computer shuts down. For the Windows® XP Professional operating system: 1 Click Start, then select Shut Down. The Shut Down dialog box appears. 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down list. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 134
134 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning off your computer - Blank Page - - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 135
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 136
136 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 137
. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Desktop tab. 4 Click the Customize Desktop button. 5 Click the Web tab. 6 Follow the instructions to set up your desktop. Adding components to the Web content interface 1 Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 138
interface in several other ways. For further information, see your operating system documentation or access Windows® Help by clicking Start, Help and Support Center. Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 139
139 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop The My Computer window appears. 2 Select the Tools menu, then click Folder Options. The Folder Options dialog box appears. Sample Folder Options dialog box 3 Click the preferred options. 4 Click Apply, then OK. Personalizing individual windows - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 140
140 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 141
141 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 142
Show common tasks in folders. 5 Click Apply, then OK. Sample Control Panel window as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page. Using your computer at the office By connecting - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 143
telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet Determining the COM to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you're having trouble connecting - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 144
the device status area, the computer should indicate whether the modem is working properly. 9 If the modem isn't working properly, click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions. 10 Click OK to close the properties box, then the Phone and Modem options box. 11 Close the Control Panel. Connecting - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 145
145 Exploring Your Options Using the Ethernet LAN Port 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the System icon and select the Hardware tab, then select the Device Manager button 4 Select Network Adapters, then select the specific Network Adapter. 5 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 146
146 Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer 2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. 3 Click Next. 4 Select the type of connection you want to make. ❖ Connect to the Internet ❖ Connect to the Network at My Workplace ❖ Set up a home or - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 147
Infrared port You can transfer files to another computer using your Satellite notebook computer's infrared port. Both computers involved in the data module from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner. Using SPANworksTM 2000 (for systems with Wi-Fi only) - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 148
if the amount of remaining system resources is less than required. Getting help transferring files 1 Click Start, then Help and Support. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Click the Index button. 3 In the dialog box, type direct cable connections. 4 Follow the online guide instructions. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 149
telephone line, DSL, a cable connection, or a satellite link ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) Once you have established an ISP account, is COM3. If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you may need to determine the current COM port name and - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 150
and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Signing up with an Internet Service Provider ❖ Getting started ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from the Internet For more information about the Internet - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 151
Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Signing up with an Internet Service Provider Microsoft's Web browser, Internet Explorer, which is preinstalled on your system, is automatically configured so that when you first start it, it guides - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 152
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 bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 153
external devices to this port. In addition to its high speed, it supports isochronous data transfer-the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate. This makes such as video devices. Like your USB ports, the i.LINK port supports both Plug and Play (automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability to - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 154
your system's display to view DVD movies or presentations on an external device. In this instance, there is an alternative way in which you can manually set the display for external viewing. NOTE: This function does not apply to the S-video out port. 1 Right-click anywhere on your desktop and - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 155
155 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features The Display Properties dialog box appears. Sample Display Properties dialog box 2 Click the Setting tab. 3 Click the Advanced button. 4 Select Twin view tab. 5 Click the Clone radio button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Exploring audio features You - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 156
156 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Recording sounds You can make audio recordings and save them as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack and using the Sound Recorder feature in the operating system. DEFINITION: A .wav ( - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 157
157 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 158
158 Exploring Your Options Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers. TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 159
159 Exploring Your Options Connecting a television to the S-video out port NOTE: Before connecting the device, make sure that it is ready to receive S-video input. Some devices have a switch or button that changes this setting. Others may provide a menu-driven option from a remote control. Refer to - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 160
160 Exploring Your Options Connecting a television to the S-video out port Sample Display Properties dialog box 2 Click the Settings tab. 3 Slide the Screen area slider bar toward Less until the setting reads 640 x 480. 4 Click Apply, then OK. Direct video output to television 1 Click Advanced... - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 161
161 Exploring Your Options Connecting a television to the S-video out port 8 Click OK. 9 Open the DVD tray and insert a DVD title. The DVD movie should play automatically. Playing Video CDs TECHNICAL NOTE: Video CD playback capability is not enabled on all systems. 1 Fit the DVD-ROM drive in the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 162
cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a set of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 163
163 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 3 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place. NOTE: If you have a Type III card, insert the connector into the lower slot. If you have a Type I or Type II card, you can insert - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 164
164 Exploring Your Options Using SmartMedia cards Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use. For example: ❖ Never remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it. ❖ Never remove a network card while you - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 165
165 Exploring Your Options Emulating a full-size keyboard Inserting a SmartMedia card 1 Turn the card so that the connector (metal area) faces down. 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in place. Removing a SmartMedia card 1 Right-click the SmartMedia drive's icon and select Eject from the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 166
166 Exploring Your Options Emulating a full-size keyboard - Blank Page - - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 167
Chapter 7 WinDVD 2000 WinDVD is a software program for playing back CDs, VideoCDs and DVDs. This chapter explains how to use this program. Playing DVDs TECHNICAL NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, always play DVDs while your computer is connected to AC power. For systems with a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 168
-RW drive into the Modular Bay. Insert a DVD into the drive, following the instructions in "Inserting a disc" on page 77. The computer automatically detects the disc in for information on enabling autoplay). To open WinDVD manually: 1 Click Start, and point to All Programs. 2 Point to - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 169
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 177. The toolbar contains basic DVD playback controls. Pause the pointer over a button to display its definition. The - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 170
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 171
171 WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs the same features as the control panel, plus the enable caption feature, which displays captions for the hearing impaired. You can also create a playlist, to customize the order in which the DVD content plays (see "Creating playlists" on page 174). Once a DVD is playing - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 172
172 WinDVD 2000 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 173
173 WinDVD 2000 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 174
control panel again, double-click anywhere in the video window. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 175
175 WinDVD 2000 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 176
176 WinDVD 2000 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 177
177 WinDVD 2000 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 178
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 179
sends the stereo output through the sound card to an external receiver. 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 vocals - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 180
180 WinDVD 2000 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 181
181 WinDVD 2000 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 182
About to display copyright and version information. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 183
183 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD Advanced Features Directional buttons Numeric keypad WinDVD expanded control panel 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 184
184 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD Advanced Features Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Directional buttons ↑ (Up) - use to navigate the → (Right) WinDVD menus, as ↓ (Down) you would the arrow ← (Left) keys on the keyboard. Enter The center button represents Enter. Numeric keypad - 0 - 9 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 185
Use this 185 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD Advanced Features To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Menu button - displays all available menus for the current DVD. Examples of menus are: Root, Audio Language, Subtitles. Use your mouse or the control panel directional buttons to select a menu. Click - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 186
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. Subtitles - displays S a list of all the available language subtitles. This button is enabled only for DVD content that - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 187
187 WinDVD 2000 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 188
188 WinDVD 2000 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 189
189 WinDVD 2000 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. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 190
190 WinDVD 2000 Exiting WinDVD - Blank Page - - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 191
likely to encounter. For further assistance and solutions, use Toshiba's support tool VirtualTechTM to help diagnose and solve possible problems. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Your program stops responding. If - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 192
192 If Something Goes Wrong To close a program that has stopped responding in the Windows® XP Home operating system: 1 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously. 2 The Windows Task Manager appears. 3 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words "not responding" appear - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 193
displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 194
happens. You are probably in Standby mode and have a software or resource conflict. When this happens, turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press the power button until it turns off the computer. Clearing the condition may get the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 195
time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 196
for temporary repair. 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: - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 197
.com/directory/. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click Start, then click Help and - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 198
198 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict system or one of its attached devices isn't working, resolving the problem can be time-consuming and frustrating. The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 199
200. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device, see "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 200. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 200
200 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device's properties: - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 201
, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is also present. Click troubleshooting. A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help. Memory card problems Incorrectly connected or faulty - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 202
a hardware conflict 3 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 45, and system batteries (main battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable will - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 203
charge lasts. For more information on maximizing battery power, see "Charging batteries" on page 96. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 204
the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, 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 previous setting. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 205
more information, see Windows® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current . Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display properties: - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 206
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 207
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. A diskette will not - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 208
access the second diskette, the first diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions, see "Disk drive problems" on page 206). CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the drive tray has - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 209
manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button on the right side of the computer. Some discs run correctly, but others do not. If the problem Green-colored CDROMs are the least reliable. WinDVD problems: General issues WinDVDTM has been configured to provide - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 210
with your PC manufacturer or your graphics card 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 211
as a new graphics card or audio card), ensure the component's drivers support Microsoft® DirectX® 5.2b or higher and WinDVD. Contact the manufacturer of pauses. The normal version of the movie will not show this problem. WinDVD will not function properly with "debug" software installed. The - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 212
Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ DVD-ROM drive with DMA enabled (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 for error messages that may appear when using WinDVD - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 213
to play the DVD at the selected setting. Update video drivers. The audio settings are incorrect. Please check sound card or drivers. The audio card was found, but there is a problem with the audio card or drivers. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the system. Check installation of the - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 214
information 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 215
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 216
This file appears to contain unsupported data. Please refer to the Supported Formats section of the WinDVD Help file and ensure that this disc is a valid type (DVD-Video, 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 217
a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you're having trouble getting one or more of these support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card. If your system does not have built-in drivers - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 218
sure the computer is loading only one version of Card and Socket Services. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. If 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 219
between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 200 for more information. Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not required to have its - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 220
which should contain a troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown in "Setting up a printer - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 221
the software manufacturer for more information. Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive or transmit bits per second) or higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem is on, set - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 222
Computing tips" on page 63 for instructions. On a regular basis, back 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 223
to supplement the information in the manuals. Using VirtualTech VirtualTech is a suite of innovative support resources and tools installed on your common computer problems. These are arranged in easy to navigate topics like software, hardware and the Internet. ❖ A set of powerful support tools that - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 224
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 2 Next, try one of Toshiba's online services. The Toshiba Forum can be accessed through CompuServe® by typing: go toshiba. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 225
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 226
226 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com toshiba.ca toshiba-Europe.com toshiba.co.jp/index.htm Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the USA Canada Europe Japan Toshiba's - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 227
227 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Central America & Caribbean TechData Latin America 8501 NW 17th Street, #101 Miami, FL 33126 United States Colombia CHS Promark Colombia Ltda. Carrera 129, Nro. 2957 Parque Industrial de Occidente Bodega 30 - Zona Fontibón Santa Fe de - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 228
Alfragide Portugal Slovakia HTC a.s. Dobrovicova 8 81109 Bratislava Slovakia 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 229
229 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain Sweden Scribona PC AB Sundbybergsväegen 1 Box 1374 171 27 Solna Sweden - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 230
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Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Instant password security F1 Fn + This hot key blanks the display. To resume - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 232
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. Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + and off. F11 Fn + off. F12 Fn + off. This hot key turns the cursor - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 233
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 234
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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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 236
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 237
transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 238
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 239
239 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 240
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, drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 241
241 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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 242
object. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the primary TouchPad control button or left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVD-ROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 243
243 Glossary file extension - The three characters following the period (pronounced "dot") at the end of a file name. The extension indicates the type of file. Examples are .exe for program files and .hlp for help files. See also file name. folder - Also called directory. A container for - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 244
. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 245
245 Glossary L2 (level two) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 246
246 Glossary modem - Short for "modulator/demodulator." A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digital, enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines. motherboard - The main circuit board in the computer. It contains - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 247
where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 248
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 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 249
- See 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 second). USB can to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 250
250 Glossary VW Web - See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi - A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity. Wi-Fi is another term for the IEEE 2.11b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 251
Index Symbols .wav files recording 156 A AC adapter 49 AC power light 33, 49, 53 Accessories programs 115, 128 adding memory 45 audio CDs playing 36, 74, 76 audio features 155 avoiding injury 40 B battery changing 101 charge not lasting 203 charging 51, 60, 96 conserving power 99 disposal 101 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 252
Services 162 CD and DVDs caring for 82 inserting 78 removing 81 viewing contents 80 CD or DVD control buttons 31, 34, 74, 75, 79 CD Player control panel 80 CD/DVD/Media Player power switch 31, 76 CD-ROM drive 73 CDs 31 inserting 78 problem compact discs inserting 78 problem solving 209 removing 81 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 253
151 Digital Versatile Discs 74 DirectShow 211 DirectX Foundation 211 Disk Defragmenter 207 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 207 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 206 running slow 207 diskette drive 71 can't insert a diskette 207 can't read a diskette 208 diskettes caring for 72 cleaning - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 254
40, 41 ergonomics lighting 42 posture 41 seating guidelines 41 work habits 43 error messages device driver conflict 197 general hardware problem 197 non-system disk or disk error 194, 208 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 205 program has performed an illegal - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 255
site not found 196 chat rooms 152 connecting to 149 news groups 152 overview 150 slow connection 196 URL address not found 196 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 151 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 198 J jacks headphone 30 microphone 29 K keyboard 31 character keys 65 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 65 cursor - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 256
Microsoft Support Online Web site 197 Microsoft Windows XP 103 minimizing 118 modem determining COM port 143 port 27, 83 problem solving rest 31 parallel port 27 password instant 231 PC Card Card and Socket Services 162 checklist 218 CIS (Card Information Structure) 217 computer stops working 219 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 257
S-video out 28 USB 27, 29 power cable 50 cable connectors 233 computer will not start 193 light 33 monitoring 98 on/off button 30 problem solving 202 power down options Turn Off 86, 88, 90 Power Management powering down 84 power off guidelines 60 power usage mode 99 precautions 43 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 258
202 printer 220, 221 program not responding 191 program not working properly 207 screen does not look right/flickers 205 system resources 198 trouble prevention 222 URL address not found 196 using Startup options 195 VirtualTech 223 warning resume failure 194 Windows XP not working 194 WinDVD error - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 259
90 Start button 105 starting a program 69 Startup menu problem solving 195 stop button 34 support for Windows 106 S-video out port 28 system indicator panel Accessories Information 23 Forum 224 Internet Web sites 226 online services 224 TouchPad using 107 using with control buttons 107 transferring - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 260
address 151 Web browsers 150 Web content interface 137 Web sites 224 Support Online 197 Web sites,Toshiba 226 Wi-Fi 32 indicator light 32 wireless a text file 111 creating shortcuts 120 desktop 104 Help 129, 196 problem solving 194 Recycle Bin 127 removing objects 127 resizing or moving windows 117 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 261
toolbar 169 video content poor 211 video window, maximizing 173 zoom 187, 188 WinDVD 2000 154, 161 wireless networking 144 Wizards Add Printer 56 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 145 Windows PC Card 217 World Wide Web 150 261 - Toshiba Satellite 3000-S304 | User Guide - Page 262
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TOSHIBA
C6603-0901M1
Satellite
®
3000/3005
Series
User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
❖
VirtualTech
TM
e-support tool
Double-click the desktop icon or visit the Web site:
❖
InTouch
sm
Center
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see
Chapter 8 on page 191
in this
guide.