Toshiba Satellite A35-S1592 User Guide

Toshiba Satellite A35-S1592 Manual

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    Satellite® A35 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 179 in this guide. Handling the cord on this
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    2 Model: Satellite® A35 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the
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    port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port®, i.LINK® port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
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    4 Toshiba America to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public
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    service. If Problems Arise trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support instructions installed on this computer.
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    your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment 1 above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's
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    network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http
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    committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions technical specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this
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    9 shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de
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    10 L'utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 10 (2457 MHz) et 11 (2462 MHz). Dans le cas d'une utilisation privée, a l'extérieur d'un bâtiment, audessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un
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    Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation. TOSHIBA co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power
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    12 NOTE The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an 802.11a device. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or
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    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
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    for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference
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    15 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. NOTE This device works
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    16 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Argentina Belgium
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    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 Ver.1.1, as defined and approved
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    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/ panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
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    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 signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Caution: FCC Interference Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
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    during normal operation is minimized. In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm. Refer to
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    21 The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations. Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and
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    22 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: Toll Free Tel: Direct Dial: Fax: 10: drives 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
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    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
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    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
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    25 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.
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    used 36 Other documentation 36 Service options 37 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 38 Making sure you have everything 38 Front with the display closed 39 Back 40 Right side 41 Left side 42 Front with the display open 43 System indicator panel 44 Keyboard indicator lights 45 Underside
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    54 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 55 Adding external devices Connecting to a power source 59 Charging the main battery 61 Using the computer for the first time 62 memory (optional 65 Removing a memory module 70 Connecting a mouse 72 Connecting a printer 72 Connecting a USB
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    Learning the Basics 79 Computing tips 79 Using the keyboard 80 Character keys 81 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys your work 85 Backing up your files 86 Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive.......... 86 DVD-ROM drive components 87 Inserting a disc 88 Playing an audio CD 90 Viewing the contents of
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    Mobile Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 109 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Charging the battery 110 Charging the RTC battery 111 Monitoring battery power 112 Determining remaining battery power 113 Conserving battery power 114
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    from the desktop .. 147 Lesson 13: Using System Restore 149 Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do 150 Windows® XP Help and Support Center ........ 150 Using the online tours and tutorials 152 Lesson 15: Turning off your computer 153 Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options 154 Windows® XP special
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    Service Providers 168 Signing up with an Internet Service Provider 168 Surfing the Internet 168 Internet features 169 Uploading and downloading files on the Internet 170 Toshiba Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse ........ 176 Using PC Cards 176 PC Card supporting software 176 Inserting
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    Manager .......... 188 Memory module problems 190 Power and the batteries 191 Keyboard problems 192 Display problems 193 Disk drive problems 195 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 197 Sound system problems 200 PC Card problems 201 Printer problems 204 Modem problems 205 Develop good
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    33 Contents Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 214 Power usage mode 215 Standby mode 216 Hibernation mode 217 Display modes 218 Display brightness 218 Enabling a wireless device 219 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 219 Keyboard hot keys 219 Appendix B: Power Cable
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    of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever Internet access. This guide contains information about your operating system and how it functions with your Toshiba computer. For specific information on the
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    , or have not used a notebook computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in
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    or in the DOCS folder on the C: drive. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery Media. ❖ For accessory information, visit Toshiba's web site at toshiba.com. ❖ The Microsoft® Windows® operating system documentation
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    Introduction Service options 37 Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServTM limited warranty programs. For more information, visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on
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    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
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    the display closed 39 Front with the display closed Display latch Eject button System indicator panel DVD-ROM or multi-function sample drive shown Manual eject button The system indicator panel provides information about various system functions. See "System indicator panel" on page 44. The
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    port RGB (monitor) port DC-IN The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peripherals have a single standard for cabling and
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    in the AC adapter for either operating the computer on external power or charging the battery. The cooling vent prevents the computer's central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that slot. The PC Card slot supports one Type II PC Card. See "Using PC Cards" on page 176 for more information
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    42 Finding Your Way Around Left side Left side Line In jack Microphone jack Headphone jack Wireless antenna LED Volume control dial Wireless antenna on/off switch Security lock slot Speaker The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional PORT- Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your
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    Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 43 Front with the display open Screen Power button Function keys Keyboard Palm rest Primary control button System indicator panel TouchPad Secondary control button The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear,
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    " on page 44. The TouchPadTM enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. System indicator panel AC power Main battery Disc activity On/off Hard disk drive NOTE If you have set a password for logging onto your system, your computer will start up and you will need to log on
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    Front with the display open 45 determining remaining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 112. The hard disk drive light flashes while the hard disk drive is being accessed. The disc activity light glows green when the hard disk drive is being accessed. Never turn off the computer
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    the Caps Lock key. When this light is on, pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. Underside Wireless LAN module cover Memory slot cover Battery release latch Battery pack The wireless LAN module cover secures a wireless Local Area Network (Wi-Fi) module
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    Finding Your Way Around Underside 47 The battery pack contains the battery. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116.
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    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 locations. Creating a computer
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    Getting Started Selecting a place to work 49 ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air
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    of the computer Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort. ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms
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    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
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    your hands, wrists, and arms to improve circulation. Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds. Precautions Your notebook computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and
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    . If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading
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    limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen,
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    Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the information about your computer. NOTE To register online, your computer's modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line. NOTE If you chose not to register now, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the
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    Getting Started Using external display devices Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 65) ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Connecting a mouse" on page 72) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on
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    Getting Started Using external display devices 57 4 Turn on the computer. 5 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the Display Properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use
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    the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher. Display limitations Keep in of 640 x 480 and your system is set for a higher resolution, only part of the desktop will appear on the screen. You can view the "lost" area
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    live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. AC adapter Power cable Sample power cable and incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused the exact order as described in the User's Manual. Connecting the power cable to a live
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    60 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Hold the power cable by its plug when you connect/disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock. To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the
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    for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
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    62 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power. Using the computer for the intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Turning on the power 1 Check that all the drives are empty.
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    , see "Monitoring battery power" on page 112. The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is
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    the control buttons. For more on the TouchPad, see "Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together" on page 127. 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,
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    while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost. A memory module must be installed in slot A. Do not try to operate the computer with a memory module in slot B only. If you install a memory module that is incompatible with the computer, a beep will sound when you turn on
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    (visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com for more information). There are two memory slots. Your system may have both slots occupied. If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature before you replace them
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    and remove any cables connected to the computer. 3 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the expansion memory slot cover. Memory slot cover Base of your Satellite computer 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that secure the expansion
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    retrieve them later. 6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging. Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the memory module, be careful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer). Avoid touching the connectors on the memory
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    down until the clips snap into place. Do not force the module into position. The memory module should be level when secured in place. Inserting the memory module 9 Replace the expansion memory slot cover. 10 Replace the screws and tighten them. 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you
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    hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature before you replace them. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode. The computer could hang up
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    not to touch its pin connector (on the side you insert into the computer). Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 9 through 13 in "Installing additional
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    may come with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. NOTE Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a USB printer to your computer. Connecting a parallel printer To achieve the connection, you need a suitable cable, which may come with
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    for the model of printer that is connected to your computer. You can install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating system Add Printer Wizard. Using the Add Printer Wizard To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard
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    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
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    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
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    fully charge the main battery. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged. When Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the computer again . Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the
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    your computer's battery, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard the ports are located). Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable
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    to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable. PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable 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
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    your work frequently. Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose battery is running low. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 115. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard
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    80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to 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 copy. ❖ Use Error-Checking and
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    Using the keyboard 81 Character and symbol keys are not affected. The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key. Ctrl, Fn Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they
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    the secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary mouse button). Overlay keys & 7 Home 7 U ∗ 8 8 ( 9 PgUp 9 I O ) 0 ∗ P 4 5 J K End 1 2 M Ins 0 6 - L PgDn 3 > : ; + ? . Del . / / Keyboard overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and
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    overlay, release Shift. To turn off the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the cursor control overlay To turn on the cursor control overlay, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode
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    . The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Starting a program The system tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu hard disk drive. NOTE Always save your data even when you are using Standby mode. If your battery
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    Learning the Basics Printing your work 85 To save: ❖ A file you are updating, open the program's File menu and click Save. ❖ A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the file, and click OK. HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As
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    as CD, or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. For those systems with a floppy disk drive, you may back up file to a floppy (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform.
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    times. On the fourth change, the region will be "locked in." That is, the drive will only play DVDs from that last region. Note that changing from region 1 to well as listen to music. DVD-ROM drive components Your DVD-ROM drive may look like this: Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD-ROM
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    -in-use indicator light is 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. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use
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    Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 89 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean tray with its label facing up. Inserting a disc Be careful not to touch the drive's lens (located underneath the drive's spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the
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    90 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place. Spindle Disc CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window.
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    Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 91 Sample Audio CD window To play an audio CD, select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK.
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    92 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive The Windows Media Player window appears. Rewind Play Fast forward Stop Previous track Volume control Next track Mute Sample Windows MediaTM Player screen The Windows
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    Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 93 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You can
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    94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 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. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the
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    ❖ A telephone line ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) To connect to the Internet information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. 1 Attach one end of a modem and a dial-up connection. For specific information about connecting to the local area network
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    to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel's disk light and the drive-inuse light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/or drive. When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn
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    . ❖ 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 are retained indefinitely. Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than restoring it from memory. When you start up again, the computer
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    power than restarting from Turn Off. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of memory. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it
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    to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. If you power down using Standby and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first. For more information about the Standby, see "Using Standby" on page
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    pressing the power button or closing the display panel. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn on the feature in the Toshiba Power Management Utility.
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    the power button on my computer Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut down when you press the power button. Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK, then close the Control Panel. Starting again after Turn Off To start the computer up again, press
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    ("Hibernate" only appears when the shift key is pressed). The computer saves the state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk. Then the computer turns itself off. If you are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are a member of a domain, power off the
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    state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk. Then the computer turns itself off. Going into Hibernation mode more Start, Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the Toshiba Power Management icon. 3 Click the Advanced tab, and select the options
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    104 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Sample Toshiba Power Management Advanced tab 4 Click Apply. 5 Click OK, then close again by opening the display panel. NOTE If your computer is running on batteries, you cannot start it again by opening the display panel. To turn the system back on, press
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    Turn off computer window appears. Sample Turn off computer window 2 Click Stand By. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light ( ) blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode. If you
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    saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low- you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be you first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Management utility. 1 Open the Start menu
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    107 Learning the Basics Using Standby 4 Select Stand By for the options you want. When I press the power button Set this option to Stand By to put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button. When I close the lid Set this option to Stand By to put the computer into Standby mode
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    in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer
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    to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, visit the Toshiba Web site at: toshiba.com. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the
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    the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact the Toshiba Global Support Centre. Charging the battery NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. The
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    power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. 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
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    calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. 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
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    -click the Toshiba Power Management icon. The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery. The value displays as a percentage of remaining battery charge. 3 Click the Battery Power Meter tab. Sample Toshiba Power Management Battery Power
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    an external monitor ❖ How much you use the hard disk and other drives ❖ Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power, such as a PC Card ❖ Where you are working-since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba's power-saving options greatly increase the length of
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    your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down. Setting battery alarms Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. You can set and Maintenance. 2 Double-click the Toshiba Power Management icon. 3 Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm, as desired.
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    116 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Sample Toshiba Power Management Alarm tab Changing the main battery When your battery power is running low, you have two options-connect the computer to an AC power source or install a charged battery. When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it
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    117 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer via the Start menu or place it in Hibernate mode according to the instructions in "Using Hibernation" on page 102. 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer. 4 Close
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    explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. Inserting the battery To insert the
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    a spent battery, as this could cause it to explode and release toxic materials. ❖ If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through toshiba.com.
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    computer and the power cord to a power outlet. The DC-IN or AC power light should glow green, and the main battery light should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC powerlight indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied. Check
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    , 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 federal, state and local laws
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    . They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment will
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    system, refer to the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system documentation that came with your computer. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. However, the differences are not significant and do not indicate any change
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    124 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® XP operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and
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    on your system desktop include: Toshiba Access-Opens a window with links to software updates, services and support, and other important benefits. Recycle 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
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    1: Exploring the desktop ❖ Search for files ❖ Access Windows Help and Support Center ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer Current time, Power usage mode, and speaker volume. To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate system tray icon. Windows® XP file
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    may have more than one disk drive. Computers can be connected together to guide, the term "click" refers to the primary button, which is usually the left-hand button. You can also double-tap the TouchPad surface to perform the same function. Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically
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    128 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 2 Click an empty area of the desktop to close the Start menu. 3 With the pointer in an empty area of the desktop, click the secondary button (the right-hand button) to open the desktop
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    129 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together 6 Now click the Close button in the upper-right corner of this window. The operating system closes the My Computer window. NOTE If the taskbar is locked, you need to unlock it. To unlock
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    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
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    131 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click
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    area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet. In this case, a disk drive in the computer is the file cabinet.
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    133 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs The operating system stores documents and programs in folders. It even stores other folders in folders. In this lesson, you will create a folder in which to store your new document. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area
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    Windows® Explorer, which provides access to all your computer's resources. For example, it lets you see all the files in a particular folder on the computer's hard disk.
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    135 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. 3 To redisplay the Paint program, click the Paint button on the taskbar.
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    136 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows You can also hide windows by removing them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program. This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size, shape, and position of
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    137 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Windows® Explorer disappears from the desktop. However, it is still open, as you can see from the taskbar. HINT: Minimizing program windows is a good way to clean up the desktop without
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    138 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows 4 Click the title bar of the Paint window and drag it to the left side of the desktop. You can move any window by clicking its title bar and dragging it. 5 Click Windows Explorer button on the
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    139 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closing programs Lesson 8: Closing programs Once you are finished working with a document or program, it is a good idea to close it. While you can run several programs at the same time, having a large number of programs and documents
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    140 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click the secondary button. The operating system displays the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click New, then click Shortcut. The operating system displays the Create
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    141 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
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    the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts 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 "char" in their names. 4 Click
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    not only teach you how to change the background, but will also introduce you to properties. The operating system treats all windows, icons, programs, drives, etc. as self-contained objects, each with its own set of properties (such as size, position on-screen, and color). Many of these properties
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    144 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver Sample Display Properties dialog box 3 Click the Screen Saver tab. 4 Click the arrow beside the current option to open the screen saver list box. 5 Scroll through the screen saver options by clicking the scroll
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    145 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time You can view any object's properties by clicking the object with the secondary button, then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears. The next lesson explains how to set two other properties-the
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    146 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time Sample Date and Time Properties dialog box HINT: To open the Date and Time Properties dialog box more quickly, either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondary button, then click Adjust Date and
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    147 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Earlier in this tutorial, you created a new icon on the desktop. Since everything you have done to this point has been just practice, you may want to return
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    148 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Sample Recycle Bin open on the desktop 4 To completely remove an object, select it, and then click File, Delete. The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin. Later on-in your real work, not
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    the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin. Lesson 13: Using System Restore The System Restore feature allows you to return your computer to the way it was configured on a specific date or time, a "restore point." This is useful if
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    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
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    151 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic you want to find in the index. 3 Type pictures in the Type in the keyword
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    in the Windows® XP operating system. Sample Windows® XP Tours and tutorials window To start a Windows® XP tour or tutorial: 1 Click Start, then Help and Support. 2 Click What's new in Windows XP. 3 Click Taking a tour or tutorial. 4 On the right pane, click Take the Windows XP tour.
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    153 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 15: Turning off your computer Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the Windows® XP operating system shut down your computer. As it shuts down, the operating system performs a number of tasks that ensure
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    In this chapter, you will explore other features of your notebook computer. Windows® XP special features The Windows® XP operating system rollback the system to its previous mode ❖ An improved help center, support automation, and automatic Windows® operating system update ❖ Wizards to simplify
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    155 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
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    . 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
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    interface in several other ways. For further information, see your operating system documentation or access Windows® Help by clicking Start, Help and Support. Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files and
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    158 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. 2 Select the Tools menu, then click Folder Options. The Folder Options dialog box appears. Sample Folder Options
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    159 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop a regular basis. For example, using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather, game scores, stock prices, or headlines-all in the window of your choice. Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars
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    160 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
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    the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, an external mouse and an external diskette drive, you can work with your notebook as if it
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    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
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    . 9 If the modem is not working properly, click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions. 10 Click OK to close the properties box, then line. NOTE For more information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Setting up a dial-up connection To set up
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    using the computers' parallel port, you need a LapLink®- compatible parallel cable. Getting started 1 Connect 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, close the programs on both computers.
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    direct cable connections. 4 Follow the online guide instructions. Setting up a wireless connection For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or contact your Toshiba Authorized Service Provider. Accessing the wireless modules using
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    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 your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you are having trouble connecting through the modem, you
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    ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Signing up with an Internet Service Provider ❖ Getting started ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). The World Wide Web offers
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    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 specifically designed to help you look for information.
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    ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale.
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    the HTTP features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data. You can also use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) supported by a separate software program. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about
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    171 Exploring Your Options Exploring video features Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television To view a DVD movie or Windows® presentation in fullscreen mode on your television, you need S-video and audio cables. You must purchase both cables. The audio cable is "Y"-shaped. It has a 3.5
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    172 Exploring Your Options Exploring video features Changing the display properties setting 1 Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select Properties. The Display Properties dialog box appears. Sample Display Properties dialog box 2 Click the Settings tab. 3 Slide the Screen area slider bar
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    173 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Playing DVDs 1 Open the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive tray. 2 Place the DVD in the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. 3 Press the Play button. Display settings hot key Using the Fn + F5 keys, you can set your system's display to view DVD movies or
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    174 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder. Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip
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    175 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 2 In the Sound Recorder window, click Edit, then click Audio Properties. 3 In the Audio Properties dialog box, adjust the Recording Volume and Preferred device. 4 Click OK. Your new settings take effect the next time you record. Using external
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    notebook as if it were a standard office desktop computer. You can connect an external monitor to the RGB (monitor) port. You can connect an external USB-compatible keyboard and a USB-compatible mouse to the USB use. PC Card supporting software PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software - a
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    177 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Inserting the PC Card Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the computer itself. Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that
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    One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This 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 are
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    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
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    program name, then End Task. 5 Turn off your computer according to the instructions in "Turn Off or Shut down command" on page 97. Your program performs 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
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    and "Resolving a hardware conflict" on page 185. The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the diskette drive. Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk. If you have a hard disk problem, you will not be able to start the computer. Insert a system diskette into the
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    Standby mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. To charge the RTC battery, leave the computer and the batteries" on page 191. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive. If
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    to change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. This section your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows®
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    a network, the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which properly, but you still have a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem.
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    -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
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    drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer's Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer's memory to . 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 (DMA
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    device. For an older device, remove it from the computer. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device, see "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 188. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for
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    Resolving a hardware conflict Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides icon. 3 In the left pane, click Device Manager. 4 Select the specific device from the device category. 5 In the toolbar, look to the far , the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device.
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    The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the device. ❖ The Drivers tab, which displays the driver 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
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    in "Turn Off or Shut down command" on page 97. 2 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 70. 3 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 65, and making sure it is seated properly
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    power the computer nor recharge the batteries. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery. The battery
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    software using the hard disk more? Is the display set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. For more information on maximizing battery power, see "Charging the battery" on page 110. Keyboard problems If, when
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    193 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have
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    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:
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    do not support this problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble
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    drive's properties box appears. 3 Click the Tools tab. 4 Click the Check Now button. The Check Disk window appears. 5 You can choose one or both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 6 Click Start. The Error-checking test runs. Your hard disk
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    computer. Replace it with a bootable diskette. The drive cannot read a diskette. Try another diskette. If you can 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
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    in water or a neutral cleaner. Replace the disc in the tray. Make sure drive eject mechanism requires power to operate. To remove a disc without turning on the computer, use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual others do not. If the problem is with an application CD
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    to improve the performance of the DVD playback. 2 Ensuring DMA (Direct Memory Access) is turned on. See "Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting" on component's drivers support Microsoft® DirectX® 8.1 or higher. Contact the manufacturer of the component. 4 Verifying that your display driver resolution,
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    transfer mode should be Ultra DMA Mode 2. If it is not, select Ultra DMA Mode 2 from the pull-down menu and click OK. Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that they are
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    a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you're having trouble getting one called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC
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    system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an operating system driver, it may not work under card malfunctions again, it may be defective. Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to be dead. PC Cards
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    Card. Refer to the PC Card documentation. Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. For more information, see "Using PC Cards" on page 176. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert secure. Refer to the card's documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section.
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    cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer. Run the printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as described in "Setting up a printer" on page 73. You may have connected the printer while the computer is
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    Develop good computing habits Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive the program's documentation and the modem guide for information on how to change these settings. For more information, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. The modem is on, set for instructions.
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    partition. ❖ Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape. Some guides. It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems
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    before contacting Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support group for
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    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 Global Support Centre: ❖ Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 ❖ Outside the United States at (949
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    209 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca www.toshiba-Europe.com www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm http://servicio.toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the
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    1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Luxembourg Toshiba Information Systems Benelux B.V. Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands Morocco C.B.I. 22 Rue de Béthune Casablanca Morocco Norway Scribona Norge A/S Toshiba PC Service Stalfjaera 20 P.O. Box 51 Kalbakken 0901 OSLO
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    Informática, Lda. Av. Moinhos no. 15A Ur. Quinta Grande 2720 Alfragide Portugal Slovakia HTC a.s. Dobrovicova 8 81109 Bratislava Slovakia Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain
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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. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.
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    213 Hot Keys Instant password security Instant password security F1 Fn + This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display's content reappear, if no
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    Instant password security Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged (even if the a password with a screen saver, go to Windows XP help for instructions: 1 Click Start, Help and Support. 2 In the Search field, type password screen saver. 3 Press
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    usage modes in the operating system under battery power are: Long Life, Normal, High Power and DVD Playback Sample power usage modes The power usage mode in the Windows®operating system under AC power is Full Power only. The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility.
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    216 Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode. This message box can be set so it does not display. Sample Standby confirmation box ❖ For more
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    217 Hot Keys 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
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    218 Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display panel and external video
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    hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 64. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn + F11 Fn + F12 Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. This hot key turns the numeric
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    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
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    network devices. These utilities include the following: ❖ Connectivity Doctor - The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to help fix networking problems with your notebook computer. For more information, see "Connectivity Doctor" on page 224. ❖ Device Settings - The Device Settings utility is used to
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    Connect - The Quick Connect utility is used to configure a wireless LAN connection (ad hoc connection) between a personal computer and a Toshiba Wireless Projector. The Toshiba Wireless Projector utility must be installed in order to enable Quick Connect. For more information, see "Quick Connect" on
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    start ConfigFree, do any of the following: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP users) Click the Start button, and then point to All Programs. Point to the TOSHIBA ConfigFree folder, and then click ConfigFree. (Microsoft® Windows® 2000 users) Click the Start button, and then point to Programs. Point to the
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    ) also display. NOTE Infrared (for systems with infrared) and dial-up devices are not tested by the Connectivity Doctor. If a problem, or potential problem, is detected, an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen at the relevant location. You can then view a possible cause
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    of all wired, wireless, and infrared (for systems with infrared) devices that are connected to the network. Detailed information about each device, such as the driver version number and the status, are also displayed.
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    226 Using ConfigFreeTM With Your Computer ConfigFree Utilities Viewing the device settings ❖ Network Connections - Displays the Network Connection window, which contains detailed information about the network connection. ❖ Enable/Disable - You can easily enable or disable any of the listed devices
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    of all the registered profiles in ConfigFree. You can also add, modify, and delete profiles; switch the profile being used; and view specific details about each profile. Viewing registered profiles ❖ Details - The Details button displays the ConfigFree Details screen. This screen displays detailed
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    is set to Ad hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection will be broken and later re-established. If the Toshiba Wireless Projector setting has been changed from the default, change the connection setting by using Quick Connect-Setup menu. NOTE The connection will be made
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    the following conditions: ❖ If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed. ❖ If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the Disconnect)" on page 230. ❖ Auto Switch (SSID) - If your notebook computer is connected to a wireless LAN network, ConfigFree automatically switches profiles
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    Switch (SSID) The Auto Switch (SSID) option automatically switches to a different profile if your notebook computer is connected to a wireless LAN network and a network failure occurs. ConfigFree detects the Service Set Identifier (SSID) of the wireless network that you are connected to. If the SSID
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    your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications
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    read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O input/output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB
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    RFI ROM RTC SCSI SDRAM SRAM SVGA TFT USB URL WAN www random access memory radio frequency interference read-only memory real-time clock small computer system interface synchronous dynamic random access memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal
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    use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in read-only memory (ROM), containing the information the in which the computer accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files. Under the default
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    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 the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to another
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    versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU - See central processing unit (CPU). 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
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    dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory - See folder. disable - To turn and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive - The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk.
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    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 memory identifies a file within a particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name and the file name extension. See also file
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    disks that are removable. By default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernate - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files
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    the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory
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    information from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into memory for processing. local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is analog telephone lines. motherboard - The main circuit board in the computer. It contains the processor, memory, and other primary components
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    NT file system (NTFS) - An advanced file system designed for use specifically with the Windows NT operating system. O online - Available through the Online may refer to information being read from your own computer's hard disk, such as online documentation or online help, or to information
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    of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The size, and creation date. R RAM (random access memory) - Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read.
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    from a disk drive. A diskette Services Digital Network) devices to NT-1 (Network Terminator devices). Also called. ROM (read-only memory) - Non-volatile memory 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
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    , generally a drive letter followed by a "greater than" sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. T TFT display - See active-matrix display. U Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 - A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards and
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    246 Glossary World Wide Web (www) - The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site. See also Internet.
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    battery cover 47 latch 46 buttons CD Player 92 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive eject 88 PC Card eject 41 power 43 Start 125 C calculator 139 caps lock light 46 Card and Socket Services 176 CD and DVDs caring for 94 viewing contents 93 CD Player control panel 92 CDs inserting 89 problem
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    problem solving 198 removing 93 computer cleaning 77 lock 78 moving 77 non-system disk or disk error message 182 not accessing disk drives 182 placement 49 protection 48 running on battery television 56 to a network 95 USB mouse 72 conserving battery power 114 Contents CDs 93 DVDs 93 control
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    drive corrupted/damaged data files 196 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 195 running slow 196 diskette drive can batteries 121 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 186 double-click 64 downloading 170 DVD-ROM drive 39, 173 problems 197 removing a disc 93 troubleshooting 189 DVD-ROM or multifunction drive
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    failure 182 Error-checking 196 expansion memory slot 67 cover 46 external monitor connecting panel 44 function keys 43, 81 H hard disk drive light 45, 63 hardware conflicts 185 resolving indicator panel keyboard 46 inserting CDs and DVDs 89 PC Cards 177 installing main battery 116 interference
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    Internet Service Provider (ISP) 168 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 186 J jacks headphone 42 microphone 42 K keyboard 43 hard disk drive 45, 63 numeric mode 46 on/off 44 lock slot 42 M main battery changing 116 removing 117 memory problem solving 190 removing 70 removing expansion slot cover 67 memory
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    177 replacing 178 slot 41 PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) 176 Plug and Play 187 ports modem 40 monitor 40 parallel 40 S-video 40 USB 40 power cable 61 cable connectors 220 computer will not start 181 monitoring 112 problem solving 191 taking care of your battery 119
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    keyboard not working 192 external monitor 193 faulty memory keyboard not responding 181 keyboard produces unexpected characters 192 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 195 modem not receiving or transmitting 205 multi-function drive removing CDs and DVDs 93 main battery 117 PC Cards 177 resizing
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    low battery 115 mode 44 restarting 107 using 105 Start button 125 starting a program 84 starting up the computer from Standby 107 Startup menu problem solving 183 support for 40 toolbars displaying in a window 160 Toshiba Internet Web sites 209 Toshiba Accessories information 36 TouchPad 44 using
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    USB mouse connecting 72 using Hibernate 102 modem 95 Standby 105 Wi-Fi 165 V video features exploring 170 W warranty SelectServ 37 Web address 168 Web browsers 167 Web content interface 156 Web sites Support Online 185 Web sites,Toshiba 150, 184 Help and Support 185 problem solving 182 Recycle Bin
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A35 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 179
in this guide.
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling
.