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Satellite® M50/M55 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Website pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 2
failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 3
" means life support systems, medical life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 4
complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Website - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 5
representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 6
transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment telecommunications network protective, conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified , as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 7
RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 8
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 9
service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of . English: Hereby, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, declares that - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 10
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 1999/5/EC - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 11
the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 12
this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 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 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 14
dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer. Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB-43/44 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 15
15 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 16
16 Nederland: E'necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 17
frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the 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. ❖ This device must not be - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 18
18 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 19
Portugal Sweden Uruguay Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the Approved Countries/Regions for use for the INPROCOMM IPN2220 Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 20
Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers. Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 21
found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by or ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 22
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 distance of 20 cm. Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 23
23 NOTE 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 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 24
10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 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: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03-5444-9450 Device Authorization - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 25
ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 26
guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. ©2005 by Toshiba BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 27
27 Trademarks Satellite and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, and FreedomWare and SmartMedia are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/ or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 29
....54 Turning on the power 54 Adding memory 55 Installing a memory module 56 Removing a memory module 61 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with external keyboard 69 Using a mouse 69 Connecting a printer 70 Setting up a printer 71 Connecting an optional external diskette drive........ - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 30
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 76 Computing tips 76 Using the keyboard 78 Character keys 78 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 79 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 79 Function keys 80 Windows special keys 80 Overlay keys 80 Using the overlay to type numeric data 81 Starting a program - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 31
power 110 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....113 Changing batteries 114 Taking care of your battery 117 Safety precautions 117 Maximizing battery life 118 Disposing of used batteries 119 Conserving power 120 Power profiles 121 Using a hot key to set the power profile..........121 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 32
and downloading files from the Internet 134 Exploring audio features 134 Playing an audio CD 134 Playing CDs using Auto-Run 136 Creating a CD 137 Recording sounds 137 Using external speakers or headphones..........139 Using the i.LINK® port (optional 139 Inserting and removing PC Cards 140 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 33
a hardware conflict 179 A plan of action 179 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....180 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........181 Memory problems 183 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 187 Disk drive problems 189 DVD-ROM or multi-function - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 34
problems 202 Develop good computing habits 205 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting Toshiba 213 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 Toshiba's worldwide offices 214 Appendix A: Hot Keys 216 Volume - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 35
35 Contents Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 225 Getting Started 226 Starting ConfigFree 226 ConfigFree Utilities 228 Connectivity Doctor 228 Search for Wireless Devices 231 Profile Settings 236 ConfigFree SUMMIT 239 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 36
your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. You will find your operating system, Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional or Microsoft® Windows® XP Home its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. 36 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 37
, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 38
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 39
icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text. Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: ❖ An electronic version of the user's guide ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 40
service upgrade terms and conditions are available at www.warranty.toshiba.com. 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 41
any other items you are using, such as a printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat. 41 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 42
such as air conditioner vents or heaters ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 43
computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious part of the body. If pain persists despite rest, consult your doctor. PC base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 44
Card, always wait for it to cool. You could get burned removing a hot PC Card. drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Keep the computer and disks email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 45
"Setting up your software" on page 46 before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 46
power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 47
online, you must be connected to the Internet via your computer's modem and a voice-grade telephone line, or by a Local Area Network. Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 46. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 48
keyboard" on page 69) ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 67) ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 70) ❖ Connect an optional external diskette drive (see "Connecting an optional external diskette drive" on page 72) ❖ Install PC Cards - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 49
always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet should be avoid touching any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 50
50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter 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. _ + 2 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 51
a pinch point such as a door or window; never use nails, staples or similar objects instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 52
AC power supply. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. See "Changing batteries" on page 114 for information on replacing the battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 53
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management computer by the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 54
the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 55
again until the operating system has loaded completely. Adding memory HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You may - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 56
module slots. One slot is under the keyboard and should only be accessed by a Toshiba authorized service provider. The other memory module slot is accessible on the bottom of your computer, and memory capacity can be upgraded by removing and replacing the memory module in that slot. You will need - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 57
Started Adding memory 57 1 If the computer is on, click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC Adapter cord. 4 Remove the battery. For - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 58
58 Getting Started Adding memory Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. Sample removing the memory slot cover 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 59
module, be careful not to touch its pin connector on the side you insert into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 10 Hold the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, at a slight angle to the socket. Sample inserting the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 60
or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 114. 15 Turn the computer right side up. 16 Reconnect - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 61
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 power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when you - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 62
62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 63
The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 64
or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, TouchPad setting: 1 Click Start, and then Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click the Mouse icon. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 65
™ 65 Sample TouchPad ON/OFF screen 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. You can also use a hot key to disable or enable the TouchPad - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 66
Shut down command if you are using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are connected to a domain server. ❖ If you have work in progress and are not connected to a network, use the Windows Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 67
still on, these actions will occur: ❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD panel will automatically turn off until you open it again. ❖ attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB ( - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 68
The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (Fn + F5): 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously. 2 While holding down only ❖ Built-in display and TV ❖ TV only 3 Release the Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 69
USBcompatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer's builtin TouchPad. You can use a USB-compatible mouse. NOTE After logging on to your system, the mouse cursor may move to the upper-right side of the screen. If this occurs, push the Esc or Windows key to - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 70
; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you must set up the printer as described in "Setting up - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 71
to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, Faxes window appears. 2 Click Add a printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 72
Connecting an optional external diskette drive 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 optional external - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 73
, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the Volume Control switch or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 74
liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external toshiba.com. Sample PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 75
Getting Started Using a computer lock 75 To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 76
Computing 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 since - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 77
if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off computer command or Standby command. See "Powering down the computer" on page 98 to learn more about Standby. NOTE The Windows® XP - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 78
Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 79
Basics Using the keyboard 79 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 80
"Fn-esse®" on page 161, or "Hot Keys" on page 216. Windows special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as the secondary mouse - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 81
. To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so: ❖ For lowercase letters, hold - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 82
key and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 83
which use the Windows® WordPad program as an example: 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. The Windows® XP operating system displays the Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the content of each drive and - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 84
of the Program Files folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder. 7 In the left part of the window, click Windows NT. 8 Click Accessories. Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 85
path. For example, to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\Windows NT\Accessories\Wordpad.exe, then click OK. ❖ If you do not know the location, you can search for it by clicking Start, then Search, and then following the on-screen instructions. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 86
work Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive or diskette/CD. This is one of the most important rules of 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 87
the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name. The Windows® XP operating system supports file names - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 88
printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the Windows® XP operating system to run with the additional printer(s). To print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now. 2 Open the File menu - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 89
print. 4 Click Print. Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 90
right side of the keyboard and can be accessed when the display panel is open. DVD-ROM or multi-function 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 Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 91
it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Media Control Buttons The Media control buttons (available on some models) on the right side of the keyboard let you play audio - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 92
when the computer is turned off and the sound subsystem is turned on. The following media control buttons ❖ The CD/DVD button launches the Windows Media® Player program. ❖ The Internet drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Make sure the in-use indicator light is off. 3 Press the drive - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 93
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 93 Sample drive tray fully extended HINT: The drive will not open if the computer's power is off. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up. Sample positioning the disc in the drive - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 94
disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 95
with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Gently - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 96
removing a PC Card, see "Inserting and removing PC Cards" on page 140. Hot swapping With PC Cards, you can replace one PC Card with another while 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 97
an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work Windows XP" on page 208. HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 98
98 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk. Make sure the backup - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 99
Windows XP Professional operating system, follow these steps to shut down the computer: 1 Click the Start button, then Shut down. The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears. 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The computer shuts down completely. NOTE Holding the Shift key while - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 100
power button. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select the options you want from the drop - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 101
. ❖ When starting up again, Hibernation uses less time and battery power than does Turn off computer. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation uses a little more time and battery power to start up than restarting from Standby, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 102
files you were using. Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 103
light turns blue. The computer returns to the screen you were using. If you put the computer holds the current mode of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 104
the Basics Powering down the computer Sample Turn off computer Windows® dialog box NOTE If you hold down the Shift key, Stand By becomes Hibernate in the Turn off computer dialog box. To enter hibernation mode, you must hold down the Shift key while you select Hibernate. The computer saves the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 105
by opening the display panel. 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 information, see "Contacting - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 106
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 107
life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. See "Detailed Specs" for specific battery measurement test. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power. After a period of time - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 108
so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Charging the main battery To charge the battery, plug the computer into a live wall - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 109
on battery 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 110
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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 111
( ), the on/ off light ( ), and the power button light (near the top right corner of the keyboard). When the on/off light and power button light flash amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using Windows® XP Standby command). power button light battery light on/off light Sample power and - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 112
. To show remaining power: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box appears. Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties Dialog Box The remaining battery charge is indicated on the top-left side of the dialog box - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 113
below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The Windows® operating system has additional power management options that can be accessed through an icon in the Control Panel. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 153. What to do when the battery alarm sounds Your computer can be configured to - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 114
computer. ❖ Shut down your computer and replace the main battery with a charged one. ❖ Connect your computer to an AC power source. Changing batteries Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 115
to the computer. 4 Turn the computer over. 5 If the battery release lock is in the locked position, slide it toward the unlocked position. Sample battery release lock 6 Press the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out from the back of the computer. Sample - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 116
116 Mobile Computing Changing batteries If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 117
. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 118
not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adapter and power cord/cable. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows blue. ❖ 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 119
place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. Never attempt to - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 120
elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Conserving power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured. ❖ How much you use the hard disk, DVD-ROM or multifunction drive, diskette drives, or - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 121
set the power profile You may use a hot key to set the power profile. To set the power profile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power profile pop-up window. Sample Power Profile mode pop-up window 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the desired power profile - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 122
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. ❖ Purchase a battery charger that charges one main battery pack and one secondary battery pack at a time. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 123
you can do in the Windows® XP operating system. You use its 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 124
includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar System tray Sample Windows® XP operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 125
place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. See Windows® XP online help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. Start button You use the Start button to: ❖ Start programs - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 126
window you open. You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows. To make a program or window usage mode, Mouse properties, and speaker volume. To activate a specific task, double connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 127
) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM3. The following procedure is intended 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 the modem, you may need to determine the current COM port name and - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 128
with the modem and displays identifying information reported by the modem. If Windows XP cannot communicate with the modem, it displays an error message. Consult the troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows XP documentation. 8 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 129
to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. If the computer is not connected to a network, it may pause a few 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, click Control Panel - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 130
additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN a technology that expands wireless communication beyond networking equipment, and can connect many different kinds refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator. To use your - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 131
Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from the Internet The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 132
such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 133
then you probably connect to the Internet through your company's network. See your network administrator about connecting to the Internet. Surfing the Internet Once 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 134
Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. If the computer is turned on, Windows - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 135
audio features To access the Windows you can also activate Windows Media Player by pressing the CD/ DVD button. NOTE When using Windows Media Player, your system may not be able to activate Standby or Hibernation modes. To prevent this from occurring, close Windows - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 136
do not set the volume too high when using the headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. Playing CDs using Auto-Run If you insert a CD into the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disk, try launching the CD manually. To do - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 137
; and DVD±R/±RW or DVD RAM discs. NOTE Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media. For details on how to use the software, please refer to the respective Online Help menus. Recording sounds You may record sounds as .wav files by - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 138
audio features Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward 3 Click the Record button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. 5 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound Volume Control. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 139
sound from the computer. To play back sound volume control dial. Using the i.LINK® port (optional) Your computer may be equipped with an i.LINK® port. This port on the left side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 140
computer is on). Inserting and removing PC Cards Your computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards-You can install one of these cards. ❖ Type II cards-You can install one of these cards. Inserting a PC Card Use caution when lifting or turning your computer - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 141
, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do not force the card into position. Removing a PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray, then clicking to select the PC Card device. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. 1 Locate the PC - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 142
as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to 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. Using the Bridge Media Adapter - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 143
Adapter Slot (optional) Sample inserting media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You remove media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows message "copying..." disappears, writing to the media might still be in progress the card and pull it straight out. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 144
information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator. ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer For more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Connecting to a phone line Before you can communicate - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 145
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 126. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 146
, set additional options, or change default options. This chapter describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba: ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ Setting a user password ❖ Using a supervisor password ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Hotkey utility ❖ TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 146 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 147
the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 148
user passwords Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ SD Memory Card Format ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ Mouse utility ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ Key assignment using Fn-esse - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 149
password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 150
function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select must enter the password before you can work on your computer. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 151
Toshiba Utilities Setting user passwords Hardware Setup. This is useful if more than one person uses the computer. A single user password supports This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. An instant password , press Enter and the Windows Logon screen will appear. Select your - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 152
, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. 3 Select the User Password icon. 4 Select Not Registered. 5 Type the correct password. 6 Click OK. PC Diagnostic Tool This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 153
your computer's power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or create one yourself. To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Assist window, click Optimize on the left side of the window, then double-click the Power Management icon. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 154
or create and use your own customized profile. The preset profiles cannot be deleted. By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 155
155 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver Profiles This section lists the preset profiles along with the estimated battery life for each mode. . The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing on battery power. Quickly creating a new power mode 1 Highlight one of the preset - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 156
Optimize on the left side of the window, then double-click the SD Memory Card Format icon. The SD Memory Card Format screen appears. Sample SD Memory Card Format screen To format an SD memory card: 1 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card. 2 Select the formatting option: ❖ Select Quick - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 157
drive to "Quiet" mode, the setting is only valid for the current Windows Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. Sample CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen Select the desired setting as follows: 1 Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly, for listening to music or audio - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 158
TouchPad or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Assist window, click Optimize on the left side of the window, then double-click the Mouse icon. The Mouse Properties screen appears. Sample Mouse Properties screen The mouse settings that you can change are divided into the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 159
/out hot keys (see "Hot Keys" on page 216). You may select all applications or any subset of the following: ❖ Microsoft Internet Explorer ❖ Microsoft Office ❖ Windows Media Player ❖ Adobe Reader ❖ Icons on the desktop To access the zooming utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 160
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen Select the desired option(s), then click OK. The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you selected. To zoom in, hold down the Fn key and press 2; to zoom out, hold down the Fn key - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 161
an Fn key combination to: ❖ Open a Windows® XP operating Keys" on page 216. You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse® Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse window - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 162
-and-drop. Using drag-and-drop to assign a key 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 the same time. 3 In the Explorer - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 163
163 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected. To open the program or document, press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program. Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys To assign a key to open a program or - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 164
to your Windows® XP operating system documentation. 4 Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just key from within any Windows® program. Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments, choose Assignments from the Fn-esse keyboard. Fn-esse displays the Function Key - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 165
can also access it from the TOSHIBA Assist screen by clicking Optimize on the left side, and then double-clicking TOSHIBA Hardware Settings. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. They are: ❖ General-Allows you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 166
extend the operating time of your battery. ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button, then quickly pressing the F12 key, or the right or left arrow - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 167
message when you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To activate: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. The TOSHIBA Hotkey window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option(s). 3 Click OK. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 168
an icon you can: ❖ Open a document ❖ Launch a program ❖ Show a list of windows and switch the active window ❖ Open Internet Explorer favorites TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is like a miniature Windows® desktop. You can personalize TOSHIBA Touch and Launch to help you work more efficiently. To activate - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 169
Favorites (lower left) ❖ Desktop (lower right) The type and number of icons you see in the main part of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window are determined by which corner icons you select. TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is controlled/adjusted via an icon on the system tray. The icon will change color when - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 170
the Settings shortcut menu entry, the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window In the Corner Assignment section you can change the icons you see at the four corners of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window using the drop-down list boxes. The - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 171
the TouchPad will be to your finger on the TouchPad before it activates the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window. The Window settings button allows you to control the size and transparency of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window. The Option button allows you to define how folders will open, define visual - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 172
help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of a software program. 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 173
173 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. If you are connected to a domain server: 1 Click Start, Shut down. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The computer shuts - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 174
you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold the power switch for at least 10 seconds. If you are using the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 175
and use the arrow keys to select the boot-up device. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. The computer was placed in Standby mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. Data stored in the computer's hard drive may not be affected - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 176
see "Charging the main battery" on page 108. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is no diskette in the optional external diskette drive. If there is a diskette in the drive, remove it and press any key to continue. If pressing any key does not work, press - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 177
that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) See your Windows® documentation for further explanation. NOTE If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 178
you in troubleshooting the problem. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic for which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 179
the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 180
need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer's Central address in memory called the Direct Memory Access (DMA). The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 181
you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 182
Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device. 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 device's properties: 1 Open the Start menu, and click Control Panel, then - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 183
one device to another. A Troubleshooting button is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... 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 memory modules may cause errors - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 184
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 cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 185
Power Management utility. 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 display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 186
information. For more information on maximizing battery power see "Changing batteries" on page 114. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 187
187 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 188
to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display properties: 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button. The Display Properties window appears. 2 Click Properties, then click the Settings tab. 3 Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 189
x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External screen while on battery power. Disk drive 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 190
/DVD drives. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button. The Check Disk All Apps box appears. 6 You can choose one or both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the disk. Your hard disk - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 191
file recovery 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 192
drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive . Replace the drive and preventing it from ejecting. If you need to remove a disc and cannot turn on the computer (for example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 193
any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 194
came with the PC Card. Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to 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 for your PC Card and the card did not come with - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 195
195 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Check the PC Card status: 1 Click Start. 2 Click My Computer icon with the secondary button, - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 196
card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected. If the card is attached to an external device, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card's documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 197
problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 71 or in the instructions problem, contact the printer's manufacturer. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Many programs display information on the screen - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 198
Resolving a hardware conflict Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not (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 up the Toshiba web site at pcsupport - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 199
general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows Help - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 200
Windows®, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages- these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. ❖ Verify that the network Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi part of your network. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 201
upgrades. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware releases. Special considerations for Windows XP Windows XP checks whether WEP encryption is enabled on the device. If it is not enabled, Windows XP adds the device to its list of available wireless networks - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 202
Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If it does, the utility may be disabling the Windows XP drive can also cause audio problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 203
instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVDROM properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD-ROM drives and their operation. A blank screen DVD-ROM video window. To change the screen's display resolution: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 204
saver runs while you are watching a movie or title. If the screen saver is enabled, it runs on top of any movie or title you are watching. To disable the screen saver: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Appearance and Themes, and double-click the Display icon - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 205
feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 76 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette. ❖ Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 206
's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase. Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of selfhelp books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals. Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 207
time, you can re-establish your Windows configuration using the saved Restore Point. To do this: 1 Click Start. 2 Click Help and Support. 3 Under Pick a Task, Restore Points labeled System Checkpoint were automatically created by Windows XP. Other Restore Points may have been created automatically by - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 208
Develop good computing habits Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP For most of us, by far the most valuable component of our computer system is the data we have created with it, and stored on its hard disk drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 209
may also wish to back up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: ❖ E-mail files and settings-for Outlook, Outlook Express, or other newsgroup readers. Visit the vendors' Web sites for detailed instructions. ❖ Other data files. If you don't find an application - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 210
Click Export Favorites, Next. (To restore the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select Import Favorites from this list.) 4 A them. Windows XP also includes a Backup utility, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, Help and Support, or - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 211
printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc "Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP" on page 208). ❖ Have your factory instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart Windows. Always restart Windows problems. For best results, follow this sequence: - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 212
before you contact 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 their - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 213
you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware-related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you. Toshiba's Technical Support Website For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent software and - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 214
the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com accessories.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca www.toshiba-Europe.com www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm http://servicio.toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 215
20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 of the US this call may incur long-distance charges) Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 216
in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 217
security. If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the Fn + F1 key combination to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display's content reappear. The Windows® operating system log-on screen will appear, prompting you for - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 218
password feature. To set up 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 Enter. 4 Click the Protect your files with a screen saver password link located under the suggested topics - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 219
mode Power usage mode Fn + This hot key displays the power usage pop-up win- dow and cycles through the battery save modes. Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 153. Standby - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 220
mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled Sample Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see "Using Hibernation" on page 101 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 221
display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. Display brightness Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 222
the TouchPad" on page 64. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Zooming applications in/out Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom- out. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Zoom- ing Utility" on page 159. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 223
223 Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys Fn + 8 Fn + This hot key informs you when the Wireless antenna on-off switch is in the off position. (No message appears when the Wi-Fi-antenna on-off switch is in the on position.) This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 224
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 BS approved Europe VDA approved NEMKO approved 224 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 225
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 226
connection. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® 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 Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 227
227 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. on the taskbar, and then NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an "X." When you start a search for wireless - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 228
™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample ConfigFree Launcher Auto-hide mode setting Sample ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 229
screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address. A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device's Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 230
by clicking its exclamation point. For example, if the connection to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is turned off, the problem description screen will normally display automatically when you start the Connectivity Doctor, and an exclamation point - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 231
\username\Local Settings\Temp About Displays the version of Connectivity Doctor. Help Displays online help. Close Closes the Connectivity Doctor screen. Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth® devices currently used in - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 232
232 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities For Wi-Fi networks, the intensity of a signal is displayed in five levels or "bands." The signal from the connected access point is displayed in the bands surrounding the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 233
233 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 234
Point is set up and added to the connection list, the system displays the Connection screen rather than the Wireless settings screen. Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth® devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 235
Bluetooth® There are several ways to use Bluetooth to send files to other devices. To select the device using the Bluetooth radar screen: ❖ Open the Bluetooth radar screen, and drag and drop the file directly onto the icon for that Bluetooth device. Sample dragging the file to the Bluetooth device - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 236
236 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample selecting Send to Bluetooth Devices option 2 utility lets you save network settings in "profiles." ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices.You can switch network settings simply by - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 237
237 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities office and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments. A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices. The following settings - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 238
screen to display more capture options. 9 Under Captured Items, select the items you want to capture for this profile. 10 If connecting with a wireless network profile. For example, to have Internet Explorer start in Windows XP after switching profiles, type: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\ - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 239
Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary. Profiles can - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 240
240 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The SUMMIT utility uses the following types of connections: ❖ Wireless LAN via Access Point ❖ Wireless LAN via Ad-Hoc ❖ LAN (same subnet) ❖ - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 241
241 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample of users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 242
242 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 243
243 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. NOTE SUMMIT can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. 3 Select the appropriate users and invite them to the SUMMIT meeting. As users join the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 244
Projector: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc. If you are - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 245
Computer ConfigFree Utilities 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 246
and use the Summit feature. To use this feature: 1 Display the ConfigFree menu. 2 Select the ConfigFree Link option from the Direct Link Toshiba Device submenu. This action switches the computer's wireless network setting to ad-hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT feature. Sample using the Direct Link - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 247
™ 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 powered on. This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 248
™ 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 window appears. You - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 249
Acronyms These acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 250
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 kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 251
memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms These terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD on the screen. An adapter - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 252
basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the drive before checking the hard disk. bus - An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 253
information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends cursor or mouse. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time. compatibility parts of the system are set up (that is, configured - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 254
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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 255
digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes 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. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read/write - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 256
disc read-only memory) - A very network adapter. extension - See file extension. external device - See device. F file - A collection of related information, saved on disk container for organizing files saved to a disk. A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image (icon) of a file - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 257
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 258
a complete screen image. Compare non-interlaced. internal device - See device. Internet - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 259
crystal display (LCD) - A hard disk) into memory for processing. local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 260
by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network. PC Card - A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 261
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 - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 262
of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. shortcut - See keyboard shortcut. software - See program. Compare hardware. Standby - A feature of some Windows® operating systems that - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 263
"startup disk." Compare non-system disk. system prompt - The symbol (in MS-DOS®, 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) - A serial bus that supports a data - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 264
Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 79 A AC adapter 48 AC power cord/cable connectors 224 accessories memory 55 adding memory 55 adjusting recording quality 138 Alt keys 79 assign keys Fn-esse 163 audio .wav files 137 audio features 134 Auto-Run 136 B backing up files 77 battery caring for 117 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 265
properties 182 disabling a device 182 devices keyboard 69 mouse 69 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 171 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot read - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 266
72 using 139 Help and Support Windows XP 178 Hibernation enabling 153 Hibernation mode 101 configuring 102 starting again from 103 Hibernation mode hot key 220 hot key display modes 221 Hibernation mode 220 keyboard 222, 223 keyboard overlays 223 power usage mode 219 Standby mode 219 volume mute 216 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 267
existing 164 keyboard character keys 78 function keys 80 hot keys 223 not working 175 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 69 keyboard, full-size 79 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 69 L LCD power-saver 67 M memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 183 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 268
port 127 problem solving 198 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 67 connecting 67 not working 187 mouse installing 69 serial 69 N network accessing 128 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 128 networking wireless 128 O opening the display panel 53 other documentation 39 overlay keys 80 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 269
Internet bookmarked site not found 178 Internet connection is slow 178 keyboard not responding 175 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 modem not receiving or transmitting 198 no sound 193 non-system disk or disk error 191 PC Card 193 checklist 194 error occurs 196 hot swapping fails 196 not - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 270
Web sites 214 worldwide offices 214 Toshiba Hardware Setup 165 Toshiba online resources 105 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 disable/enable 171 Toshiba utilities 146 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external keyboard 186 keyboard 186 keypad overlay 186 turning off - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 271
projector adjusting display 69 volume mute hot key 216 W warranty limited warranty 40 Web sites 213 Toshiba 214 Wi-Fi wireless networking 128 Windows Explorer 83 Windows Media Player 134 Windows Start menu 83 Windows XP Help and Support 178 problem solving 176 Windows XP Professional desktop 123
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