Toshiba U205-S5057 Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205
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Satellite® U200/U205 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site 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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 2
Wash hands after handling. Model: Satellite® U200/U205 Series Recordable and/or set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 3
Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 4
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 5
to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If this trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 6
fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 7
any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 8
of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 9
interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 10
with the related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. VCCI Class B Information operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. NOTE - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 11
11 Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 12
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: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 13
13 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded /Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB-43/44 and AR5BMB5 Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapters This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 14
14 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: Nederland: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/ - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 15
outside of the allowable 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. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 16
channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 17
New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 18
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the INPROCOMM IPN2220 Wireless Network Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the New Zealand Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability Bluetooth® Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 19
performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 20
of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 21
of Industry Canada. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 22
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: 0120-15-1048 Direct 01NYDA1305 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 23
vary.) This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the user's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a HD DVD, CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 24
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. ©2006 by Toshiba BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 25
25 Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark 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 countries. DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 26
Contents Introduction 34 This guide 35 Safety icons 36 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 37 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Setting up your software 44 Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 Setting up other devices 46 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 27
computer's features and specifications ....52 Turning on the power 52 Adding memory (optional 53 Using the TouchPad 54 Scrolling with the TouchPad 55 57 Adjusting the quality of the external display......58 Using an external keyboard 59 Using a mouse 59 Connecting a printer 59 Setting up a - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 28
Contents Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 76 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 77 Function keys 77 Windows special keys 78 95 Toshiba's online resources 96 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 97 Toshiba's energy-saver design 97 Running the computer on battery power 97 Battery Notice 98 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 29
battery 100 Charging the RTC battery 101 Monitoring main battery power 102 Determining remaining battery power 104 What to do when the main battery runs low ...105 Setting battery alarms 106 Conserving battery The World Wide Web 127 Internet Service Providers 127 Connecting to the Internet 127 Surfing - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 30
the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 135 Inserting memory media 135 Removing memory media 136 Using the i.LINK® port 137 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 138 Toshiba Assist 139 Connect 140 Secure 141 Protect & Fix 142 Optimize 143 Setting passwords 144 Using an instant password 144 Setting a user - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 31
168 Control Center 170 Password Bank 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint sensor . 176 Fingerprint sensor limitations 178 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 179 Problems that are easy to fix 179 Problems when you turn on the computer............181 The Windows ® operating system is not - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 32
Power and the batteries 191 Keyboard problems 192 Display problems 193 Disk drive problems 196 Optical drive problems 199 Sound system problems 200 PC Card problems 200 Printer problems 204 Modem problems 205 Wireless networking problems 206 DVD operating problems 209 Develop good - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 33
33 Contents Keyboard hot keys 232 Zooming applications in/out 232 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 233 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer.. 234 Getting Started 235 Starting ConfigFree 235 ConfigFree Utilities 237 Connectivity Doctor 237 Search for Wireless Devices - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 34
the electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its notebook component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers' commitment to meeting RoHS requirements by conducting component - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 35
, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 36
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 37
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 38
, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at 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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 39
chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. Creating a computer - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 40
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 41
power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage service center. Computer base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 42
disc and possibly lose data. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You need a special program to check for viruses - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 43
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. To use external power or to charge the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 44
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 click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 45
Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba 45 If an Internet connection could not be found, a window will display the message: "An Internet connection could not be chosen." Click Next to continue. NOTE If you are connecting your computer to a network, consult - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 46
's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may battery chargers specified by Toshiba to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 47
Getting Started Connecting to a power source 47 Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 48
. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 49
not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 50
: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 51
the computer, the brightness of 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 dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 52
Using the computer for the first time Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 53
until the operating system has loaded completely. Adding memory (optional) 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 54
your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer has two memory module slots. Both slots are located under the keyboard and should only be accessed by a Toshiba authorized service provider. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 55
feature can be disabled 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, then press and release Click Start, and then Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 56
/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. See "Disabling or enabling - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 57
Getting Started Using external display devices 57 Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the available video port: An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port. Before connecting an - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 58
modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 800 X 600 or higher. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 59
can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support any USBcompatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse . Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a printer. You can connect a USB-compatible printer to - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 60
. Setting up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for the first time. You only need - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 61
Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer. 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 62
Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 63
Turn Off or Shut Down: ❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using Windows® XP Home, or either Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP Media Center Edition (MCE) and are not connected to a domain server. ❖ Use Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 64
is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 65
were using. If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to save turn off your computer. Turn Off For Windows® XP Home, or either Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP MCE when not connected to a domain server - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 66
Turn Off. The computer shuts down completely. Shut Down For Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP MCE when connected to a domain server, follow these steps to Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 67
the computer to shut down when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 154. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 68
Hibernation command, click Start, Turn off computer, and select Hibernate. (Sample Image) Turn off computer Windows® dialog box The computer saves the state of all open programs and files, turns off the display, any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 69
to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 154. Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 70
click Start, Turn off computer, and select Stand By. (Sample Image) Turn off computer Windows® dialog box The computer saves the status of all open programs and files, turns off first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 71
to go into Standby mode when you close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 154. Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 72
taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 112. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer's keyboard, speaker, and other openings lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 73
Getting Started Caring for your computer 73 (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable 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 loop. 3 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 74
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 75
precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries page 70 to learn more about Standby. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 76
76 Learning the Basics 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. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 77
Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard. Using the Fn key, you can simulate these separate keys, as follows: ❖ with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 78
78 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Windows special keys Windows key Application key (Sample Illustration) Windows special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: ❖ Windows key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has a similar function as the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 79
on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on. To disable the you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 80
To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows® WordPad program as an example: 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. The Windows® operating system displays the All Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your program is - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 81
the C: icon, double- click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. Windows® Explorer shows the contents 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 82
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 83
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, it has an automatic save feature. Saving files 1 On the File menu of your Windows® program, click Save. If you are working with a document that already has a - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 84
operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 255 characters, and can include spaces. Some applications still require file names limited to eight characters. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. File names are not case-sensitive - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 85
one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the Windows® operating system to run with the additional printer(s). To print a file: is not on, turn it on now. 2 Open the File menu of your Windows® program and click Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 86
, or to a network, if available. To back up several files at one time, use the Microsoft® Windows® backup program preinstalled on the computer's hard disk. Also see "Backing up your data to CDs with the Windows operating system" on page 215. HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk may - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 87
has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 88
optical drive is located on the right side of the computer. Your optical drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is in use. Eject button-Press to release the disc - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 89
Media Control buttons The Media Control buttons above the computer keyboard allow you to access the Internet when the computer is power and launches Internet Explorer if the power is off. Media Launch button-Launches Windows Media® Player if the power is on, or launches a media player application if - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 90
90 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 3 Press the drive's eject button. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). HINT: The drive will not open if the computer's power is off. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 91
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 ready to - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 92
92 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Stop button Play/pause button (Sample Image) Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button. ❖ To - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 93
the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the CD manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Open the Start menu and select media on the disc. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows® Media Player and use it to select and then play the CD. For or DVD RAM discs. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 94
on your optical drive may not playback or operate properly on other computers or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities. Copy - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 95
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 Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 96
96 Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 97
efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity battery that provides power when you - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 98
variations produced by the design of individual components. Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 99
Computing Running the computer on battery power 99 The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional second battery (not included - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 100
time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 101
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 102
NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model. The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adaptor is charging the computer. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 103
"Changing the main battery" on page 109 for information on replacing the main battery. HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ) and the on/off light ( ). When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Standby command - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 104
the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform its calculations. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 105
for your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off. Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were, so that - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 106
settings: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. 2 Click the Setup Action tab. 3 Configure the Alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 107
time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Power Saver Properties - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 108
computing needs. If you are running on batteries and the programs that you are using do they become active settings.) For more information, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 154. Using a hot key the Power Profile pop-up window. (Sample Image) Power Profile mode pop-up window 2 While continuing to - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 109
up window disappears. You are now in the selected mode. For more information on setting the battery Power Profile, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 154. Changing the main battery Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 110
or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Power off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 68. 3 Unplug - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 111
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 the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 112
battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged, turn off the computer's power immediately and disconnect the power cord/cable from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 113
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 cannot be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 114
not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adaptor 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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 115
Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 116
-822-8837. Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A. only: Perchlorate manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 117
Your Computer's Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 118
several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, System tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar System tray (Sample Image) Windows® operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 119
the cursor over an icon, a popup description of the file contents appears. Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration. See the Windows® operating system online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. There is no HDD recovery on this system. Start - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 120
to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your notebook computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 121
) 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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 122
it displays an error message. Consult the troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows operating system documentation. 8 Click OK to more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 123
123 Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications 1 Plug one end of a telephone cable (purchased separately) into the modem port on the left side of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 124
Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 125
waits for a reply. To avoid this delay, you can reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port. To disable the LAN port: 1 the Device Manager button. 3 Select the appropriate network adapter. 4 Click Actions. 5 Select the Properties icon. services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 126
, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 206. An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 127
Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider higher-speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 128
overview of using the Internet The Microsoft® Web browser Internet Explorer is automatically configured on your system so that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account, or assists you in setting up your computer to work with your existing ISP. Once you have - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 129
with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar , like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 130
computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer). There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 131
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 file as a waveform. NOTE You can only record 60 seconds at a time. 6 To hear what you just recorded, click - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 132
from the computer. To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones: 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer. 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack. To - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 133
be much more difficult to set up and use. Your notebook computer comes with a PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards-You Type II cards-You can install one of these cards. The PC Card slot supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one PC Card with another while the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 134
the PC Card prior to removing it. Otherwise, the system may be damaged. NOTE Before removing a PC Card, make sure that no applications or system services are using the card. Prepare the card for removal by right-clicking on the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 135
refer to your operating system manual or online Help. Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot The Bridge Media Adapter slot supports the use of Memory Stick™ or Memory Stick™ PRO media, Secure drag-and-drop feature of Windows. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all media devices. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 136
1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 137
Using the i.LINK® port 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows message "copying..." disappears, writing to the media might still be in progress and your data could be - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 138
supplied by Toshiba: ❖ Toshiba Assist ❖ User Password ❖ Supervisor Password ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ Toshiba Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hotkey Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Toshiba Zooming Utility ❖ Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Toshiba Button Controls - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 139
a range of computer settings. To access Toshiba Assist, do one of the following: ❖ Double-click the Toshiba Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Assist window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 140
140 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist The Toshiba Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect & Fix Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree™ Connectivity Doctor ❖ Start Bluetooth® ❖ Bluetooth Settings ❖ - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 141
141 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ User password ❖ Supervisor password (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 142
142 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window - Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 143
❖ Hotkey assignment using Fn-esse® ❖ Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Toshiba Power Saver ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ Toshiba Zooming Utility ❖ Toshiba Button Controls ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ Toshiba Accessibility (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 144
password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password an instant password, press Fn, then press F1. This freezes the keyboard and TouchPad, and blanks the screen. An instant password has no - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 145
To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, 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 Delete. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 146
occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the computer. To register a password for the power-on password 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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 147
or media of your choice, or click Cancel if you do not want to save the password to a text file. 8 Click OK to exit. Deleting a supervisor password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Assist window appears. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 148
the on-screen instructions to remove the supervisor password. Fn-esse® Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any Windows® program without can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 149
, Utilities, Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. (Sample Image) Fn-esse window The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with white letters. ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 150
150 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 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 window, highlight the program or document file you wish to assign to a key. 4 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 151
151 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® The Assignment Type dialog box appears. (Sample Image) Fn-esse assignment type dialog box Follow the instructions in "Making Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the All Programs menu. The right side lists - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 152
152 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® 3 To create a popup list with items from various folders, plus the appropriate 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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 153
problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. To use the PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba the Protect & Fix tab of Toshiba Assist. The PC Diagnostic Tool window appears. (Sample Image) PC - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 154
tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power, as - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 155
155 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Power Saver Preset Power Profiles The preset power profiles are: ❖ Full The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power. Quickly creating a new power profile 1 Highlight one of the preset profiles. 2 Click - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 156
or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Mouse, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 157
when you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To activate the Hotkey utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, Hotkey utility. The Toshiba Hotkey window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option. 3 Click OK. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 158
Hardware Setup icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Hardware Setup screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. They are: ❖ General-Allows you to view the current BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 159
159 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup Dynamically Switchable-This mode is the the battery or the AC adaptor. ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system. ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to access the wake-on keyboard function. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 160
of the applications listed below: ❖ Microsoft® Internet Explorer ❖ Microsoft® Office ❖ Windows Media® Player ❖ Adobe® Reader® ❖ Icons on the desktop To access the Zooming utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, Toshiba Zooming Utility, or click the Zooming Utility icon in the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 161
in the taskbar and then click Help. Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility This utility is used to format SD cards used with the Bridge Media Adapter Slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, SD Memory Card Format utility, or click the SD - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 162
the Toshiba Assist and Toshiba Presentation buttons. Those buttons are located just above the function keys at the top of the keyboard. To access Toshiba Button Controls: 1 Click the Toshiba Button Control icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Controls Properties window appears - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 163
Utilities CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer (Sample Image) Toshiba Button Controls screen 2 Select the button whose function change the CD/DVD drive to "Quiet" mode, the setting is only valid for the current Windows session. If you shut down, restart, log off, or resume from hibernation, the setting - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 164
access the utility: 1 Double-click the icon in the task tray, or click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. 2 Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly, for listening to - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 165
meaning you can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function. (Sample Image) Toshiba Accessibility window To use Toshiba Accessibility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, Accessibility, or click the Accessibility icon in the Optimize tab of - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 166
166 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Authentication Utility The fingerprint authentication utility can be used to replace the keyboard-based user/BIOS password authentication system when booting up. The fingerprint authentication utility can also be used for user - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 167
167 Toshiba Utilities This is not necessary, but a password improves the security of your software. If your system supports power-on security, a Power-on button busy. Wait for the sensor to complete its operation. ❖ Problem with operation. The sensor could not read your fingerprint. Swipe - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 168
168 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ❖ Error reading fingerprint-the movement was already enrolled), the utility recognizes the fingerprint and switches the users. If your system supports power-on security, existing fingerprint samples can be used also for power-on authentication. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 169
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Enabling Power-on Security Options for power-on security are displayed only if your computer supports on automatically without having to enter the Windows® logon password. NOTE Your hardware must support Power-on security to use the single - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 170
170 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Management Fingerprints are stored in memory during enrollment. After a are stored in the fingerprint device memory. After you enroll your fingerprints, they are associated with your user name and password. The next time you log in - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 171
171 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Settings ❖ System Settings-Opens the Settings (typical capacity is 21 fingerprints). You can decide which fingerprints are present in the device memory and can be used for verification on computer startup, or create new fingerprints to be used - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 172
172 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Password Bank The Password Bank stores registration and logon also be accessed directly from the Biomenu. For a list of supported browsers, see the Password Bank help section under the Protector Suite software. Biomenu Biomenu provides access - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 173
173 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Registering a new Web page or this Web page. 3 Use the sensor to display the Biomenu. 4 Select Register. Password Bank recognizes pages containing a password field and displays a hint that the page can be registered. These hints can be turned - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 174
174 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Replaying registrations with multiple forms Password Bank registers forms, not pages. If a page contains several forms, each form requires a separate registration. If a page contains several forms, replaying works as follows: ❖ If - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 175
a registration. 5 Click Delete. How to Delete the Fingerprint Data Fingerprint data is stored in the non-volatile memory. If the computer changes ownership, Toshiba recommends the following procedure: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL then click Control Center. The Protector Suite - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 176
176 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 4 If other fingerprint data is and/or procedures might result in (1) damage to the sensor or cause sensor failure, (2) finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate. ❖ Do not scratch or poke the sensor with your nails - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 177
177 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ❖ Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 178
not successful within a fixed duration. ❖ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user. ❖ Toshiba does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology will be error-free. ❖ Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize the enrolled user or accurately - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 179
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 180
180 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix 2 Click the Applications tab. If a program turns off. 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 down completely. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 181
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 adaptor 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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 182
conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press Ctrl, 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 183
battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. For more information see "Charging batteries Windows XP message problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these problems - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 184
known good configuration (your most recent settings 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 185
using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. To access the Windows® operating system 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 186
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 the Windows® operating system Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 187
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. Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/output system) and the operating system to automatically - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 188
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 189
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 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 190
Windows® operating system Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related. Your computer has two memory module slots. Both slots are located under the keyboard and should only be accessed by a Toshiba authorized service provider - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 191
Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor or power cord/cable will neither power the computer - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 192
Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information. For more information on maximizing battery power see "Charging batteries" on page 100. Keyboard problems If, when you - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 193
on the internal keyboard. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press Enter. If no password - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 194
the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 195
the Settings tab. 3 Change the Colors option and click OK. For more information see the Windows® operating system Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 196
battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Disk drive problems Problems a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 197
197 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds. To run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Right-click the drive you - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 198
diskette with the hub side facing down, and insert it so that the metal head window cover goes into the drive first. The metal cover or a loose label may be the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 196). - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 199
Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Optical drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. 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 eject button. This button is in the small - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 200
supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVDROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (readonly), and CD-RW (read-only). If the problem not slide out." on page 199. Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 201
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 an - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 202
. 4 Click the Device Manager button. 5 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 6 Double-click the appropriate PC Card. The operating system displays to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 188 for more information. Since all PC Cards share - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 203
Standby mode. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with this computer. For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes see Card documentation. Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 204
the computer and the printer. Run the printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 60 or in the instructions that came with the printer. You may have connected the printer while the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 205
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 206
problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems adapter, check the device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows Control Panel). Some Toshiba models ISP's (Internet Service Provider) service may be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the Service Set Identifier ( - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 207
adapter is recognized by Windows®, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages- these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support 169.254.xxx.xxx assigned by Windows. ❖ Click Start, then click Run... address for each active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 208
(WEP), etc.), check the access point vendor's Web site for recent firmware upgrades. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware releases. Special considerations for the Windows operating system Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption is not enabled on the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 209
case you must use the adapter's management utility. If the documentation that accompanies the adapter does not provide enough information to determine if this is the case, contact that vendor's support group for further advice. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 210
problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVDROM properties. 7 Check the Toshiba window. To change the screen's display resolution: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 211
Wrong DVD operating problems 3 Click the 600 can cause distortion. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions below: 1 Right-click the Desktop, select Properties. 2 screen saver: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Appearance and Themes, and double-click the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 212
programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 74 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 213
follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 214
, enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future, such as "Before installing Brand X Accounting app." Then click Create. 6 Windows creates the Restore Point and automatically stamps it with the current date and time. Then, at a later time, you can re-establish your - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 215
disk drive. Since problems with either hardware Windows operating system offers a convenient way to back up your important data files to CDs, a relatively high-capacity storage media. No additional software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 216
this window into the CD window. If the files do not immediately appear in the CD window, press F5 (or click View, Refresh) to prompt Windows to vendors' Web sites (www.microsoft.com, for example) for detailed instructions. ❖ Newsgroup files and settings-for Outlook Express, or other newsgroup - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 217
). Click Next to back up all of your Favorites, or select a particular Favorites folder to back up, then click Next. 5 In the Export Favorites Destination window, use the Browse button to browse to the My Documents folder. Click Save in the Select Bookmark file - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 218
introduced. ❖ Back up your critical data (see "Backing up your data to CDs with the Windows operating system" on page 215). ❖ Have your factory Restore/Reconfiguration CD(s) on hand in case successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 219
: 1 Back up critical data. 2 Create a Restore Point. 3 Install one item of hardware or software. 4 Restart Windows. 5 Use the new hardware or software for a while, noting any new problems. Make sure that your critical applications (e-mail, business apps, etc.) are working correctly, and verify that - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 220
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 U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 221
along with its installation media ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 222
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Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 225
or any key will make the display's content reappear. The Windows® operating system log-on screen will appear, prompting you for a password. After typing in the password for the current user, press Enter. To activate the password feature: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Appearances and - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 226
, you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature. To set up a password with a screen saver, go to the Windows operating system Help for instructions: 1 Click Start, Help and Support. 2 In the Search field, type password screen saver. 3 Press Enter. 4 Click the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 227
usage mode Power usage mode Fn + This hot key displays the power usage pop-up win- dow and cycles through the battery save modes. (Sample Image) Power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Saver utility. For more information, see "Toshiba Power Saver" on page 154. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 228
228 Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box displays by default to confirm that the computer is entering Standby mode. You can choose not to display this message box. (Sample Image) Standby confirmation box ❖ For more - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 229
229 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. ( - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 230
-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor (Extended desktop) (Sample Image) 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 231
the TouchPad or. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 55. (Sample Image) Disable and enable TouchPad windows - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 232
232 Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom- out. For more information, see "Toshiba Zooming Utility" on page 160. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 233
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 234
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 to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer. For more information, see " - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 235
steps: ❖ 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 Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 236
236 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 237
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) 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 Connectivity Doctor, you - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 238
238 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 239
Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem view the possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point. If multiple - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 240
240 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The device. NOTE The wireless device shown near the center of the map is not necessarily near your notebook computer. If a wireless device located a distance away also has a strong signal, it appears - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 241
241 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Viewing Wi-Fi devices 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 242
242 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Dragging a device to the Access Point (Sample Image) Wireless settings screen 3 Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 243
243 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth® devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 244
244 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth® device icon To be prompted for the device: 1 Drag and drop the file to - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 245
245 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth® Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 246
246 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If you visit a client company occasionally, for example, you can set up a profile to match that environment and connect to the network. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 247
247 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 4 Select Capture and click OK after switching to this profile. For example, to have Internet Explorer start in the Windows operating system after switching profiles, type: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE 12 Click - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 248
248 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online Help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 249
249 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 250
250 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 251
251 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Sharing a file with one user ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 252
252 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities NOTE Participating users must be the icon in the system tray. 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 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 253
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 connected to an access point, the connection is broken and - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 254
254 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Settings. The Quick Connect - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 255
mode 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 Image) Using the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 256
256 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification window appears. You can then click this window to connect using - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 257
257 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature To use the Semi-Automatic the computer connects to an SSID in a profile, a display notification window appears. You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles. You can also set the option for having the - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 258
following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewritable memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 259
read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O input/output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 260
synchronous dynamic random access 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 The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 261
See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 262
of the computer. It takes information from outside sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the information, and sends the results to another device and release a TouchPad control button or mouse button. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the left mouse button or TouchPad - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 263
For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU - See central processing unit (CPU). CPU cache - A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 264
of a high-density diskette). See also diskette, high-density diskette. download - (1) In communications, to receive a file from another computer through Windows® operating system, this refers to the left TouchPad control button or mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 265
DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser names for an expansion device are port expander, port replicator, docking station, or network adapter. extension - See file extension. external device - See device. F file - A - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 266
memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function keys - The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard . Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 267
electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that two) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. See also cache, - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 268
hold data permanently, such as ROM. A computer's main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM. microprocessor - See central processing unit (CPU). MIDI computers and analog telephone lines. motherboard - The main circuit board in the computer. It contains the processor, memory, and other primary components. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 269
operating systems are the Windows® XP Home and Windows® 2000 operating systems. an appropriate device. Compare serial. password - A unique string of characters notebook computers. PC Cards provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 270
horizontally and vertically. restart - Synonymous with reboot. To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the 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. - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 271
(USB). Compare parallel. shortcut - See keyboard shortcut. software - See program. Compare hardware. Standby - A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn a file to another computer through a modem or network. See also download. USB - See universal serial bus (USB). - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 272
272 Glossary utility - A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. VW Web - See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi - A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 273
Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 76 A AC adaptor 46 AC power connecting adapter 48 accessories memory 53 adding memory 53 adjusting recording quality 131 Alt keys 77 audio .wav files 130 audio features 130 B backing up files 75 battery changing 109 charge indicator light 49, 102 charge not lasting - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 274
, external adjusting 58 disposal information 25 disposing of used batteries 115 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 187 double-click 55 DVD player general problems 209 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver conflict 186 general hardware problem 186 non-system disk or disk error 183 - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 275
Support Windows operating system 185 Hibernation mode 63 configuring 68 starting again from 69 hot key display brightness 230 display modes 230 Hibernation mode 229 instant password security 225 keyboard 232 keyboard overlays 232 password installing memory modules 53 mouse 59 instant passwords, - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 276
78 troubleshooting 192 Windows special keys 78 keyboard, external 59 keyboard, full-size 76 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 59 M main battery removing 110 memory adding 53 problem solving 190 microphone 131 modem determining COM port 121 problem solving 205 resetting port to default settings 121 upgrading - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 277
display not working 195 external monitor 194 faulty memory 190 hardware conflict 186, 187 high-pitched noise 200 illegal operation 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 185 Internet connection is slow 185 keyboard not responding 182 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 196 modem not receiving or - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 278
box 81 Windows Explorer 80 Windows Start menu 80 starting up the computer from Shut down 68 from Standby 71 Startup menu problem solving 184 supervisor password, deleting 147 supervisor password, set up 146 system tray 120 T taskbar 120 television adjusting display 58 Toshiba registering computer - Toshiba U205-S5057 | Toshiba Online User's Guide for Satellite U205 - Page 279
279 Index traveling tips 116 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 209 external keyboard 193 keyboard 192 keypad overlay 192 Optical drive 199 turning on the computer 53 turning on the power 52 U user password, disabling 145 using a file extension 84 utilities Power Saver 154 V video projector
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