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Tecra® M2V Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 191 in this guide. PMAD00001012 08/04 - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 2
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Model: Tecra M2V Series ReWritable CD/DVD set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 3
Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 4
device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada requirement This Class - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 5
to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If this trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 6
fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 7
optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 8
services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific Regulatory Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 9
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 10
het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 11
declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 12
5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz . Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 13
than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03-5444-9450 Device - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 14
14 Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only Radio approvals - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 15
15 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 16
outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult he local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 17
Access Point's radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation. Approved - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 18
18 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 19
technology Interoperability Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 20
or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 21
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 that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 22
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Taiwan Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 23
23 Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 24
MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13 instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 25
and is classified as a "CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT." To use this model properly, read the user's guide 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 - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 26
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 27
27 Computer disposal information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 38 Other documentation 38 Service options 39 Chapter 1: battery 50 Turning on the computer 51 Opening the display panel 51 Turning on the power 52 Setting up your software 53 Registering your computer with Toshiba - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 29
diskette drive 63 Connecting external speakers or headphones 64 Connecting an external microphone 65 Using an expansion device 65 Adding memory 66 Installing memory modules 66 Using Slim SelectBay® modules 76 Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay 76 Inserting a module into the Slim - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 30
Fn, and Alt keys 90 Function keys 90 Windows special keys 91 Overlay keys 91 Using the TouchPad 93 Control buttons 94 Using the TOSHIBA Console button 94 Starting a program 96 Starting a program from the Start menu 96 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer 97 Starting a program from the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 31
4: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 122 Battery Notice 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring battery power 125 What to do when the battery alarm sounds 128 Changing batteries 129 Taking care of - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 32
removing existing key assignments 161 TOSHIBA HW Setup 161 Accessing TOSHIBA HW Setup 162 TOSHIBA Power Saver 164 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 165 TOSHIBA Password Utility 167 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 169 TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 170 TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility 171 PC Diagnostic - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 33
supervisor token on an SD™ memory card 182 Deleting a supervisor password 182 Deleting a supervisor on an SD™ Memory Card ........ 183 Hard disk System Setup 189 Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong 191 Problems that are easy to fix 191 Problems when you turn on the computer 193 The Windows® - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 34
Memory problems 201 Power and the batteries 202 Keyboard problems 203 Display problems 204 Disk drive problems 206 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems......208 Sound system problems 209 PC Card problems 210 Printer problems 213 Modem problems ™ with your Toshiba Computer 228 Getting - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 35
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work can accompany you wherever you go. Toshiba notebook computers provide considerable computing power, enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 36
the features and specifications on your particular model, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This user's guide contains basic information about your computer, including troubleshooting advice - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 37
Introduction Safety icons 37 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 38
folder on the C: drive. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery media (if applicable to your system). ❖ For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ The Microsoft® Windows - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 39
full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 40
Chapter 1 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 computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations. This section - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 41
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 41 To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as large stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 42
42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitive-motion injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome. Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 43
the pressure on the back of your thighs. ❖ 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 your - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 44
44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that shines directly into your eyes. ❖ If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work area. Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 45
Getting Started Other precautions 45 computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds. Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 46
but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it. To PC Cards" on page 81. For more information on installing specific devices, see "Connecting Other External Devices" on page 57. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 47
the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. AC adapter Power cord/cable AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Manual. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet should be - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 48
only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter. To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 49
is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 125. Damaged power cords/cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 50
NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adaptor to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery can not occur. Your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 51
Started Turning on the computer 51 For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 122. Turning on the computer The technology. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 52
power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that any diskette drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 53
turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. 5 Click Yes to register or No to exit the process. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 54
54 Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba 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 Click Finish to complete the process. Your computer restarts - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 55
to fully charge the main battery. With the computer off, it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery. When you power down use the Windows® Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 56
56 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ If you have an action feature set, the computer will perform either: Nothing, Standby, or Hibernate (see "Using Hibernation" on page 115). - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 57
Chapter 2 Connecting Other External Devices This chapter describes how to connect devices that can increase the capabilities of your computer. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external monitor or projector via the RGB ( - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 58
58 Connecting Other External Devices Using external display devices 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5 or by setting the Display Properties settings. For more information, see "Directing the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 59
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. Video limitations Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to the capabilities of - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 60
, you can emulate the Fn keys by setting key combinations in the keyboard option of the utility. See "TOSHIBA HW Setup" on page 161 for more information. NOTE The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB keyboard. Using a mouse If you prefer to use a standard mouse, you can attach a USB - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 61
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. Never connect the printer cable while the computer's power is on. Doing so - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 62
to the computer's parallel port. Use the printer cable illustration as a connection guide. To the computer To the printer Identifying the ends of a parallel printer to print, see "Printing your work" on page 101. These instructions assume you have a USB printer, consult the document that came - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 63
Devices Connecting an optional external diskette drive 63 Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5inch diskettes. Sample optional external USB diskette drive To connect an - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 64
external speakers or headphones Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down. Playing the CD with the the computer. 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the external audio device into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 3.5 mm, 16- - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 65
Plug the microphone cord into the microphone jack. 3 Turn on the microphone. For more information, see "Recording sounds" on page 143. Using an expansion device The expansion port is used to connect your computer to an information package that comes with the device or visit accessories.toshiba.com. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 66
beep and will not boot beyond the BIOS memory check. A message may display. If this occurs, contact Toshiba's support center at (800) 457-7777. Installing memory modules Additional memory modules can be installed in your computer. There are two memory expansion slots; the secondary slot located on - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 67
contact your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to complete this procedure. Installing a memory module in the page 54. 2 Unplug the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the memory module, or both. 3 Close the display panel - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 68
68 Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 2 1 Memory module cover Locating the sample memory module cover 7 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module cover, then remove the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 69
module into position. The memory module should be level when secured in place. Inserting the sample memory module into the secondary slot Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 12 Replace the cover - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 70
while the computer is in Standby mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will not be saved. The following message appears when you turn on the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 71
and reassembly. If you are uncomfortable with this, please contact your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to complete this procedure. NOTE If you install any memory module in your computer, be sure that a memory module resides in the primary slot. The computer does not boot - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 72
Other External Devices Adding memory 2 Unplug the computer. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may have connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down. 5 If the battery lock is in the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 73
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 73 Removing the sample keyboard brace 10 Remove two screws securing the keyboard. Place the screws in a safe place so that you can retrieve them - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 74
. Place the module in antistatic packaging and store it in a safe place. Removing the sample metal brace 14 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 15 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket so it - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 75
Connecting Other External Devices Adding memory 75 16 Replace the metal brace and the screw. 17 Insert and press to secure latches. 19 Replace the retaining screw. 20 Install the battery pack. 21 Turn the computer over and restart it. When you turn on the computer, it automatically recognizes - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 76
in the Slim SelectBay: ❖ DVD-ROM drive ❖ Multi-function drive ❖ Secondary battery ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from this list that did See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay® NOTE Use - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 77
Connecting Other External Devices Using Slim SelectBay® modules 77 2 Slide the Slim SelectBay release toward the back of the computer. 2 1 2 1 Unlatching the sample Slim SelectBay 3 Slide the Slim SelectBay out of the computer. Sliding out the sample module Inserting a module into the Slim - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 78
down your computer completely using the Shut down or Turn Off command. See "Turning off the computer" on page 54. 2 Unplug the computer. See "Changing batteries" on page 129. 3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may have connected. 4 Turn the computer upside down. 5 If the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 79
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives 79 Removing the HDD cover Removing the sample hard drive bay cover 9 Lift the hard drive bay cover to expose the hard drive. 10 Release the hard drive from the hard drive connector by grasping the plastic tab on the exposed edge - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 80
80 Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing hard drives Lifting the sample hard drive out of the hard drive bay 12 Install the new hard drive by placing the drive into the hard drive bay. Placing the sample hard drive into of the hard drive bay 13 Slide the hard drive into the hard - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 81
drive bay cover and tighten the screw removed in step 7. Inserting and removing PC Cards Your computer comes with two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards-You can install up to two of these cards, one in each slot. ❖ Type II cards-You can - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 82
82 Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing PC Cards Inserting a PC Card Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it. There are three different ways to insert a PC Card: ❖ Turn off the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 83
Connecting Other External Devices Inserting and removing PC Cards 83 3 When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do not force the card into position. Removing a PC Card 1 Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 84
work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online help. Inserting an SD™ card NOTE MMC cards (multimedia cards) do not work in this slot. Locate the SD card slot on the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 85
to: ❖ Access the Internet. ❖ Communicate with your office's local area network (LAN) or a larger corporate wide area network (WAN). For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator. ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer. Connecting to a phone line - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 86
a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem. Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. For more information on using a modem, see "Setting up for communications" on page 147. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 87
tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. ❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance. Consult your operating system documentation for - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 89
Although your computer's keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys, editing keys, cursor positioning keys, and a numeric keypad. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 90
the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. Using the Fn key you can simulate these separate with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For more information, see "Fn-esse" on page 157 - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 91
button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. Sample numeric and cursor control overlay - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 92
92 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 93
Learning the Basics Using the TouchPad™ 93 ❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. To use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on: ❖ Hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys. ❖ To return to the cursor control overlay, - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 94
94 Learning the Basics Using the TOSHIBA Console button Once you've positioned your cursor, you can either click it into place by double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 95
Console button: 1 Click Start, then Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Select Toshiba Controls. This displays the Toshiba Controls Properties dialog box. 3 Select the box under the TOSHIBA Console button section to bring up the available options. There are five options available when - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 96
Basics Starting a program ❖ Starts a custom program 4 Select the option to which you wish to assign the TOSHIBA Console button. To assign a custom program, choose Select your program and enter the appropriate information for the program, or select Browse to find the program. 5 Click OK twice when - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 97
Learning the Basics Starting a program 97 The Accessories menu is displayed. 3 Click the program, in this example, Wordpad. Wordpad opens. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program's window. Starting a program from Windows® Explorer If a program is not - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 98
file path, if you know the program's location. Then click OK. ❖ If you do not know the location, click Browse.... In the Browse dialog box, enter the file name (for example wordpad.exe) and select the drive to search. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 99
one of the most important aspects of computing. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is a good idea to get in the habit of saving frequently - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 100
file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name. The Windows® XP operating system supports file names of up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some applications still require MS-DOS® file names. File names If you plan - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 101
101 Learning the Basics Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 102
provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. For these instructions in "Using Slim SelectBay® modules" on page 76. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 103
on AC power. DVD-ROM drive components Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD-ROM drive shown Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the multifunction drive is in use. Eject button-Releases the disc - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 104
eject hole-Releases the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole. Never use a pencil to press the Eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 105
check that it is clean and free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems" on page 208. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 106
106 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 6 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up. Sample positioning the disc in the drive 7 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until you feel it click into place. Handle DVDs and CDs carefully, making contact - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 107
disc with the computer off To remove a compact disc with the computer turned off: 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. Never use a pencil to press the Eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Gently pull the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 108
108 Learning the Basics Using PC Cards ❖ Do not apply a label to, or otherwise mar the surface of a disc. ❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive from reading the data properly. ❖ Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 109
109 Learning the Basics Using SD™ cards For example: ❖ Do not remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it. ❖ Do not remove a network card while you are connected to a network. ❖ Do not remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating. Before removing a PC - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 110
110 Learning the Basics Using your computer at the office Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. An external monitor or projector connects to the RGB port - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 111
moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 122. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 112
, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer, through the accessories information packaged with your system, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Powering down the computer NOTE Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 113
mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time. ❖ Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. ❖ When starting up again, the system does not automatically open the programs and files you were using. For the Windows XP Professional operating system - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 114
panel. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in the TOSHIBA Power Management utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select the options you want from the drop - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 115
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 again, the computer runs a self-test, loads - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 116
battery power than does Turn Off. ❖ Resuming from Hibernation uses a little more time and power to start up than restarting from Standby, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory the Control Panel window, double-click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 117
into a powersaving mode. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in memory so that, when you power on the computer, you can continue working from , the computer uses some battery power. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off Computer or - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 118
using. 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 , Stand By becomes Hibernate in the Turn Off Computer dialog box. To enter hibernation mode, you must hold down Shift while you select Hibernate. The - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 119
Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 In the Performance and Maintenance window, click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Action Setup tab. 4 Select Standby for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 120
120 Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 121
Chapter 4 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all the aspects of using your computer on battery power. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power 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 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 122
module for use in the computer's Slim SelectBay, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. It - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 123
123 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power NOTE For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power. Battery life is less than when using similar applications in the Windows operating system. NOTE Over a period - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 124
discharged. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer's configuration settings - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 125
the computer and leave it powered on for 24 hours. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 126
remaining charge. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge as it operates, based on your current rate of power use. To show remaining power: 1 Click Start, then Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 In the Control Panel window, double-click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 127
127 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties dialog box appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Dialog Box The estimated battery life remaining is indicated on the top right-hand side of the Power Save application window. With repeated - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 128
page 172. What to do when the battery alarm sounds Your computer can be configured to warn you of a low battery charge condition so you can take the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Configure the Alarm settings to suit your needs. Before your computer runs out of battery - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 129
packs, do not drop or knock them. Also, be careful not to damage the casing or short-circuit the terminals. To change the battery: 1 Save your work, then shut down your computer completely using the Shut down or Turn Off command. 2 Unplug the computer. 3 Close the display panel and - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 130
gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in "Disposing of used batteries safely" on page 133. 8 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the battery latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity. If the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 131
it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ Reverse Polarity should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 132
does not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adapter and power cord. 5 Charge the battery pack until the Battery light glows green. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use. ❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one month - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 133
in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 134
is configured. By using them, you can greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes or profiles. Using one of these modes lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 135
profile pop-up window 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the desired power usage profile. The power usage profile for battery power are: Long Life, Normal, High Power, DVD-Playback, and Presentation. The default power usage profile under AC power is Full Power. 3 Release the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 136
spend away from external power sources, the capacity of one battery pack may be sufficient for your needs. However, if you need more portable power, Toshiba provides these options: ❖ Purchase extra battery packs. ❖ Install a secondary battery module in the Slim SelectBay. See "Using Slim SelectBay - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 137
features to 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. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 138
138 Exploring Your Options Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Common desktop features include icons, the Start button, and the taskbar. Icons Start button Taskbar Sample Windows® XP operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a file or program that can be quickly - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 139
that provides access to the Internet. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. See Windows® XP online Help and Support for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. Start button You use the Start button to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Access Microsoft® Windows - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 140
the desktop For answers to common questions, click Start, then click Help and Support to open the Windows XP online Help. Sample Windows XP online Help and Support Click an item or use the Search box to locate a specific topic. Quick Launch toolbar The Quick Launch toolbar displays icons of tasks or - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 141
a short description of the task appears. Typical tasks in the System tray are Current time, Power usage mode, Mouse properties, and speaker volume. To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate System tray icon. You may also right-click the icon to see other options. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 142
142 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Exploring audio features You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. You can use your computer to record sounds using an optional external microphone. Using external speakers or - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 143
143 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features ❖ For headphones, use the computer's volume control dial located on the front of the computer. Recording sounds You may record sounds and save them as .wav files using an optional external microphone. DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced "wave") file is - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 144
144 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward 4 Click the Record button. 5 Speak normally into the microphone. 6 When you have finished recording, click the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 145
, Preferred device, and Preferred quality according to your needs. 5 Click OK. Your new settings take effect the next time you record. Playing an audio CD-ROM Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The CD begins to play. If the computer is turned on, Windows Media® Player opens and the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 146
the CD, click the Stop button. Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down. Playing the CD with the volume set the cable. 2 Load the transfer program on both computers. 3 Set any specific options. 4 Start the transfer. 5 When you have finished transferring files, - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 147
4 Follow the online guide instructions. Setting up for communications In order to connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you are having trouble connecting through - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 148
Windows XP cannot communicate with the modem, it displays an error message. Consult the troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows XP documentation. 7 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem. 8 Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box. 9 Close the Control - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 149
to the RJ-45 jack on your computer. For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network or contact your authorized Toshiba service provider. Setting up the to Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. 3 Enter the phone number of your network connection and let - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 150
150 Exploring Your Options Exchanging data with another computer minutes as it waits for a reply. To avoid this delay, you can reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port. To disable the LAN port: 1 Click Start, then Control Panel. 2 Double-click the System icon, click the Hardware tab, and then - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 151
or anywhere people gather. Some networks require you to manually configure your access connection; others do not. It is recommended that you do not remove the module from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Provider. NOTE You can use the System tray's PC - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 152
such as: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 153
such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account The Microsoft® Web browser Internet that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 154
that site. You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information. Internet features The Internet offers many probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 155
155 Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet ❖ 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 from your computer to a - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 156
options, and change default values. The Toshiba utilities are: ❖ Fn-esse ❖ TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ TOSHIBA Mobile Extension ❖ TOSHIBA Password Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Each - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 157
Utilities Fn-esse Fn-esse Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 158
158 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Sample Fn-esse window The keys are color-coded as To assign a key to a program or document: 1 Start both Fn-esse and Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 159
159 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse 5 Release the primary button. Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command dialog box with the Description, Command Line and Working Directory fields - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 160
160 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Making a direct key assignment 1 Select Direct... to display the Add/Edit Command dialog box. 2 Enter the Description, Command Line and Working Directory for the new Fn-esse key assignment, or click the Browse button to specify this information. 3 Click OK. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 161
, click Direct... or Popup... and continue as if you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is a hardware configuration management tool available through Windows. It lets you view general system settings and specify the display - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 162
appears. Double-click on the HW Setup icon to open the HW Setup dialog box. Sample TOSHIBA HW Setup tab options Toshiba HW Setup has the following tabs: ❖ General-Shows the BIOS version ❖ Device Config-Shows the Device configuration options ❖ Parallel/Printer-Allows you to configure the parallel - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 163
163 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the AC adapter, the CPU frequency mode is set to high for faster processing. ❖ Battery Power-If your computer is running on battery power, the CPU frequency mode is set to low, for slower processing. Switching the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 164
your computer's power management capabilities. It controls the computer's Power Save profiles, which is a series of settings for power management. In the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties dialog box, you can choose which profile to use, change settings for each profile, or create your own custom - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 165
management strategy to best suit your computing needs. If you are running on batteries and the programs that you are using do not require a lot of system 2 Click TOSHIBA Mobile Extension. The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration dialog box appears. 3 Under the Mobile Extension Service tab, - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 166
166 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Sample TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service tab options 4 Under the SelectBay Service tab, you can select behaviors like Hot Dock and Warm Dock for your Slim SelectBay. Sample Bay Service tab options For more information about expansion devices, see "Using - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 167
167 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Password Utility Sample Display Change Service tab options TOSHIBA Password Utility The TOSHIBA Password Utility allows you to set a userlevel password in TOSHIBA Console or in System Setup. 1 Press the Toshiba Console button and click on Security. 2 Click the User - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 168
Password Utility This opens the TOSHIBA Password Utility. Sample TOSHIBA Password Utility tab options 3 Click Set. 4 Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). 5 Click Set. 6 Click OK if you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette or media of your choice. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 169
as well as the icons for Microsoft® Internet Explorer, Microsoft® Office, Windows® Media Player, and Adobe® Reader. To access the utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen appears. Sample - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 170
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Sample TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen This utility can more slowly and quietly, for listening to Music CDs or Audio files on a CD. 2 Click Set Normal Mode to run the drive at normal speed, for transferring data. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 171
the application for any additional help. To start the utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and click SD Memory Card. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen 1 Attach a USB floppy drive to your computer, and insert a bootable - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 172
PC Diagnostic Tool 3 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Boot Utility. 4 Select the drive where the SD Diagnostic Tool Sample PC Diagnostic Tool screen This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online help documentation within - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 173
your computer, secure in the knowledge that nobody can access your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports the following types of passwords on the computer: ❖ An instant (user-level) password that secures your open - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 174
computer, secure in the knowledge that nobody can access your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports the following types of user-level passwords on your computer: ❖ A power-on password-Prevents unauthorized users from - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 175
create a password service diskette. Refer to "Setting a power-on (userlevel) password" on page 176 for instructions. Using an instant registered a Windows user password, press Enter. ❖ If you have registered a user password, type the password and press Enter. The desktop displays. Setting a Windows - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 176
power-on (user-level) password 3 Select Create a password. 4 Enter the password and password hint as directed. 5 Click Create Password. 6 power-on (user-level) password 1 Open TOSHIBA Console by pressing the Toshiba Console button or pressing Start, TOSHIBA, Utilities, then click Console. 2 Select - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 177
177 Keeping Your Files Safe Using a power-on (user-level) password Sample TOSHIBA Console Security window 3 Click the User Password icon. This opens the TOSHIBA Password utility. Sample TOSHIBA Password Utility tab options 4 Click Set. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 178
(user-level) password 5 Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). 6 Memory Card and click Create. Deleting a power on (user-level) password 1 Open TOSHIBA Console by pressing the Toshiba Console button or pressing Start, TOSHIBA, Utilities, then click Console. 2 Select Security. The TOSHIBA - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 179
startup procedure. If you enter an incorrect password, the computer beeps. After three incorrect attempts, the system turns off automatically. If you've forgotten your password and you have a password service diskette: 1 Connect your diskette drive. For instructions, see "Connecting an optional - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 180
(Y/N)?" The password service diskette is not reusable. Once you use it, you must create a new diskette, even if you set the same password. 4 To enter System Setup and supervisor password 1 Open TOSHIBA Console by pressing the Toshiba Console button or pressing Start, TOSHIBA, Utilities, then click - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 181
181 Keeping Your Files Safe Using a supervisor password Sample TOSHIBA Console Security window 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. This opens the TOSHIBA Password utility. Sample TOSHIBA Password Utility tab options - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 182
Files Safe Using a supervisor password 4 Click Set. 5 Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). 6 Click Set. 7 Click formatted SD Memory Card and click Create. Deleting a supervisor password 1 Open TOSHIBA Console by pressing the Toshiba Console button or pressing Start, TOSHIBA, Utilities, - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 183
Your Files Safe Using a supervisor password Sample TOSHIBA Console Security window 3 Click the Supervisor password icon. 4 Select Delete. 5 Enter the correct password. 6 Click Delete, then click OK twice to exit. Deleting a supervisor on an SD™ Memory Card To delete a supervisor token, insert the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 184
master password, you should set it before you set a hard disk drive user password. HINT: The hard disk drive shipped with your computer may not support the master password feature. When you attempt to set master password protection, your computer may alert you that this feature is not - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 185
TO ACCESS YOUR HARD DISK AGAIN, unless you've set a hard disk drive master password. Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a password of 1 to 16 characters and press Enter. You may use any combination of letters and numbers in your password. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 186
Setup screen appears. 3 Press H to move to the HDD PASSWORD section on the screen. 4 Press the spacebar, then type in your user password and press Enter. 5 If you want to change the password, input the new password. If you want to delete the password, proceed to step 7. 6 When System Setup prompts - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 187
can remember easily. If you set a hard disk drive user password and later forget the password or lose your password diskette, you will need to enter the hard disk drive master password in order to access your hard disk. To register master and user passwords in System Setup: 1 Click Start, then - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 188
move to the Master Password section. You must register a Master Password first. 6 Press the spacebar, then type a password of 1 to 16 characters and press Enter. You may use any combination of letters and numbers in your password. 7 When System Setup prompts you to verify the password, type it again - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 189
. 6 If you want to change your password, input the new password. 7 When System Setup prompts you to verify the password, type it again and press Enter. If the two passwords match, System Setup displays: Registered. Note that you can only change (not delete) the user password if a master password is - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 190
190 Keeping Your Files Safe Hard disk drive passwords 5 Press the spacebar, the enter the master password and press Enter. 6 If you want to delete the master password, leave the space blank and press Enter twice. System Setup displays: Not Registered. The user password will also display as Not - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 191
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 192
and select the text the operating system displays. The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard. 3 Open Notepad (click Start, point to All Programs, then point to - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 193
problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery When this happens, turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 194
Stand By mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged ❖ 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 - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 195
your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. This Last known good configuration (your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 196
. 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 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 197
-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 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 198
. Direct Memory Access Similarly, the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access ( easy. Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/ output system) and the operating system to automatically assign - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 199
page 199. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 200
. 3 Click the Computer Management and then Device Manager. 4 Select the specific device from the device category. 5 In the toolbar, look to the far Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 201
tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is also present. 7 Click troubleshooting. A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 202
: You must have a least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cable or from the system batteries (main battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 203
Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the software - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 204
typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a password, press the Enter key, type - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 205
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 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 206
higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen. Disk drive problems Problems problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 207
207 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files, and File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds: To run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Right-click the drive you - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 208
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). DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the drive tray has - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 209
, 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 hardware configuration meets the program's needs. Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 210
memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting 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 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 211
PCMCIA-equipped computer is available, try the 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 - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 212
make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 199 for more information. Since all PC or Standby mode. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with this computer For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes, see."Using - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 213
which should contain a troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown in "Connecting a local - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 214
software manufacturer for more information. Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive or 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 instructions. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 215
follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 216
troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support group for their assistance. ❖ Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and/or program. Your dealer is your best source for current information. Detailed system specifications are available at www.ts.toshiba - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 217
along with its installation media. ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred. ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred. For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859 - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 218
92800 Puteaux Cédex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA 800-457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4273 (outside of the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 219
A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2UL - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 220
or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Instant password security Fn + F1 This hot key blanks the display. For more information about the instant - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 221
select a user: 3 For the selected user: ❖ If you have not registered a Windows® user password, press Enter. ❖ If you have registered a Windows® user password, type the password and press Enter. The desktop displays. For the Windows® XP operating system, you type the user or supervisor password into - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 222
Sample power usage profiles The default profiles in Windows XP for AC power is Full Power only. The default profile in Windows XP for Battery power is Normal. The properties of each profile are set in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility. For more information, see "PC Diagnostic Tool" on page 172. - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 223
223 Standby mode Standby 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 does not display. Sample Stand By confirmation box For more information on - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 224
224 Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. The message box can be set so it does not display. Sample - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 225
225 Display modes Display modes Fn + F5 This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external device simultaneously ❖ External device only Sample display options window In order to use the simultaneous mode, you - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 226
lock feature on and off. Fn + [Spacebar] This hot key toggles the resolution between SVGA+ (800 x 600), XGA (1024 x 768), and SXGA+ (1400 x 1050 if supported). - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 227
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 228
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 229
XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the Toshiba Console button (if applicable to your system) to open the Toshiba Console, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 230
™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Wireless LAN Bluetooth Connectivity Doctor Profiles Sample ConfigFree Launcher ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 231
231 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 232
232 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If a problem, or potential problem, is detected, a triangle containing an exclamation location. You can then view a possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point. For example, if the connection to a - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 233
233 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN devices and Bluetooth devices currently used in the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 234
234 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing Wi-Fi devices The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected. As with the Wi-Fi - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 235
235 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Click your own computer at the center of the map. 3 Configured devices are automatically connected. Devices not yet configured launch the Add - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 236
236 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet Select Capture and click OK. The Add Profile screen appears. 5 Enter the name of the profile you want to create. 6 Enter any optional comments, if desired. 7 Click Change Icon and select - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 237
profiles, refer to the online help. Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector. Once the projector utility is installed, launching the Quick Connect utility automatically opens the Wireless Data Projector Application. There - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 238
to the online help if necessary. 4 Click OK. NOTE The default connection setting is for Ad hoc mode, therefore, if the setting on the Toshiba Wireless Projector is in Infrastructure mode, it will not connect, however; you can change the settings to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on the - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 239
239 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample Projector icon when connected with before the Quick Connect function was started: ❖ If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed. ❖ If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the ConfigFree tray menu (this - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 240
240 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 241
241 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 242
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 CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port 1 (serial - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 243
LPT1 LSI MB MIDI PC PCI PCMCIA RAM RFI direct memory access dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission fast infrared gigabyte hard disk drive Hypertext Markup Language input/output interrupt request Internet service - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 244
memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus universal resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 245
of 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 readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system when - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 246
compact disc. See also CD-ROM. CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory)-A form of highcapacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 247
247 Glossary CPU cache-A section of very fast memory residing 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, L1 cache, L2 cache. cursor-A symbol that indicates the current position on - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 248
-See device driver. DVD-An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 249
system can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus-The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function keys-The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function is - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 250
. Hibernation-A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the , such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut-A - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 251
or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently, such as ROM. A computer's main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor-See central processing unit (CPU). MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface)-A standard for connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and computers. The MIDI standard - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 252
printers are parallel. Compare serial. password-A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. peripheral-Any device, such as a printer or - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 253
-See central processing unit (CPU). program-A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. This type of memory is used for your computer's main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM. random access memory-See RAM. read-only memory - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 254
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 are to enter commands. T TFT display-See active-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB)-USB is a serial bus that supports a data - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 255
255 Glossary USB-See universal serial bus (USB). utility-A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. VW Web-See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi -A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 256
accessories carrying cases 112 devices 76 docking solutions 65 memory 66 Advanced Port Replicator keyboard connecting 60 mouse connecting 61 alarms 128 assign keys Fn-esse 159 audio, .wav files 142 B basics backing up files 87 keyboard 89 battery alarms 128 caring for 131 changing 129 charge does - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 257
corrupted/damaged data files 207 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 206 running slow 207 batteries 133 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 198 double-click 94 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 145 cannot access disc 208 drive tray will not open 209 playing audio CDs 145 problems 208 troubleshooting - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 258
258 Index 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 226 power usage mode 222 Shutdown mode 223 sound 224 hot key power usage mode 135 hot keys 220 hot swapping PC Cards 108 - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 259
153 features 154 surfing 154 uploading and downloading files 155 internet service providers 153 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 198 ISPs 153 K key 49 battery 49 line-in jack 142 Lithium-Ion 122 Locking the computer 110 low-power mode 121 M Master password 184 memory adding 66 inserting 69, 74 problem - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 260
260 Index Microsoft Support Online Web site 197 modem connecting to telephone line 85 determining COM port 147 problem solving 214 resetting 134 monitoring 125 options 136 Power Saver settings 165 problem solving 202 taking care of your battery 131 universal power supply 227 power button 52 power - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 261
problem solving 213 printing a file 101 problem solving AC power 202 accessing disk drives 193 battery charge does not last 203 battery power up 193 contacting Toshiba 216 corrupted/damaged data faulty memory 201 hardware trouble accessing a disk 206 modem not receiving or transmitting 214 no sound - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 262
memory 66 computer 67, 71 computer's environment 40 PC Cards 84 setting up a connection 149 shortcuts 157 Shutdown mode hot key 223 shutting down more quickly 114 Slim SelectBay installing module 77 modules 76 removing module 77 sound problem solving 209 Sound Recorder 143 sounds battery alarm - Toshiba Satellite 4000CDT | User Guide - Page 263
V video projector adjusting display 59 W Web sites 216 Support Online 197 Web sites,Toshiba 217 Wi-Fi wireless networking 148 Windows Explorer 97 Windows XP Media Center Edition Help 196 Help and Support 196 problem solving 194 wireless interoperability 7 wireless networking 148 Wizards Dial-
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