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Satellite® X200 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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 2
Satellite® X200 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 3
computer you have purchased is not designed for any "critical applications." "Critical applications" means life support COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA in accordance with the instructions, it may cause - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - 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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 5
service. If Problems Arise 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 instructions installed on this computer. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 6
company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain be found on the label affixed to your computer. NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 7
TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High TOSHIBA - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 8
❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 9
service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of device. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 10
assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 11
turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other 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: computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 12
❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only. Radio Approvals for Wireless following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer. Not all devices are available on all models. Approved Countries/Regions - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 13
13 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 14
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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 15
Access Point's radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation. Approved - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 16
16 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 17
17 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card 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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 18
.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n respectively. The IEEE 802.11n specification has not been finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adapters are based on the Draft Release, Version 1.0, of the IEEE 802.11n specification. An adapter with 11a/b, 11a/b/g, or 11a - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 19
over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. When you use - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 20
Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth® wireless technology) Bluetooth® Card from Toshiba equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 21
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 22
22 Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, the location 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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 23
uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device Authorization This device obtains - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 24
service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required. Location of the Required Label (Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.) Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 25
INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 26
26 Trademarks Satellite and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft, Outlook, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 27
34 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting Started 39 Selecting a place to work 39 Setting up a work environment 39 Keeping yourself comfortable 40 Precautions 40 Important information on your computer's cooling fan - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 28
for the first time 47 Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....49 Turning on the power 49 Adding memory (optional 50 Installing a memory module 50 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 57 Using the TouchPad 58 Scrolling with the TouchPad - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 29
2: Learning the Basics 82 Computing tips 82 Using the keyboard 84 Character keys 84 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 84 Function keys 85 Special Windows® keys 85 Starting a program 85 Starting a program from the Start menu...........86 Starting a program from Windows® Explorer ...86 Starting a program - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 30
Computing 100 Toshiba's energy-saver design 100 Running the computer 110 Removing the battery from the computer .......110 Inserting a charged battery 112 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 117 Exploring for communications 120 Connecting your computer to a network .........120 - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 31
139 Using a user password 140 Deleting a user password 141 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 142 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........143 Mouse Utility 144 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 145 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 147 TOSHIBA Button Support 148 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 149 - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 32
to fix problems 169 Internet problems 170 The Windows® operating system can help you 171 Resolving a hardware conflict 171 A plan of action 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 33
good computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 194 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 195 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 34
, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. Your Computer model may To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 35
all U.S. household and businesses replaced old computers with new ENERGY STAR® qualified models, 2.7 million cars. If every computer purchased by businesses next year NOTE This notebook is compatible . Toshiba requires its notebook component or reconfigurations of the computer, and may be completed - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 36
, 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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 37
Introduction Safety icons 37 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential educational information: TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon indicates technical information about the computer. HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips. DEFINITION: This - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - 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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 39
the first time you use your notebook computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer, contains important safety information. Please read the safety instructions carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions before you attempt to use your - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 40
vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 41
base/palm rest and skin" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could damage the computer or cause system failure. ❖ Never turn off the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 42
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. Setting up your computer computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards™. Your computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 43
until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 44
devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 43. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 50) ❖ Connect a mouse (see - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 45
Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Power cord/cable AC adaptor AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 46
red. 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. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 47
settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Slide the display latch to the right. 3 Gently raise - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 48
and be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 49
icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 50
modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 51
be lost. NOTE For this model Slot B is the bottom slot. Slot A is the top slot. If only one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in slot A. If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 52
52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 53
or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer. NOTE If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 54
slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 55
battery" on page 112. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you can - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 56
to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another, you must remove the top module first - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 57
one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then System. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is displayed below - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 58
turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 in "Installing a memory module" on page 50), and then check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches. NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 59
finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad. This 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 the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 60
settings: ❖ Left button: Opens the assigned email application ❖ Middle button: Opens the ConfigFree utility (see the Toshiba online Help for more information) ❖ Right button: Opens the Windows® Photo Gallery The other three virtual buttons have no default settings. You must configure these buttons - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 61
to these buttons if you wish. The virtual buttons on the bottom of the Dual Mode Pad (buttons 4, 5, and 6 in the Properties for Synaptics LuxPad window) are unassigned by default. In order to use one of these buttons, you must first configure that button so that it is associated with a function - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 62
player" on page 63. If you are connecting a standard television or other video display device to the computer's S-Video Out port, first refer to "Selecting video cables" on page 63 for guidelines on choosing a video cable, then refer to "Connecting a standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 63
connect the other end of the cable to your television. Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. Choose the settings you desire and click Apply. Then click OK - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 64
or a stereo system that supports input from a headphone output. You need a cable (not shipped with your computer) with a 1/8" (3. video port. (See the device's documentation for more information.) Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 65
NOTE: Most televisions use or support an 800 x 600 standard resolution. 4 Click Apply, then click OK to close the Display Settings window. The screen is now displayed correctly on your TV. For more information, see "Directing the display output when you turn on the computer" on page 66. Connecting - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 66
❖ LCD + TV (or other external video device) simultaneously ❖ TV (or other external video device) only ❖ LCD + external monitor (extended desktop) ❖ LCD + TV (extended desktop) (Sample Image) Display options window NOTE The dual display modes (internal display and external device) cannot be used - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 67
display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 800 x 600 or higher. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 68
the computer's USB ports. 2 Plug the printer's power cable into a live AC outlet. 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 - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 69
diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 70
the Shut Down or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for several days or if you must turn off your computer. You must turn off your computer in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut Down option to turn off your - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 71
-saving mode. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open documents and programs - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 72
to activate it using the Power Options feature. By default, pressing your computer's power button puts the computer into Sleep mode. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 73
Getting Started Turning off the computer 73 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 5 Select the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 74
button until the on/off light glows red. If you turn off the computer by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off the computer using the Hibernation command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 75
the power button or closing the display panel. You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Hibernation mode. Edit Plan Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 76
power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ Start menu power - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 77
of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Sleep. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks amber indicating the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 78
plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 79
Getting Started Turning off the computer 79 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 6 Select - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 80
off the computer, close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. Customizing your computer's settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 81
light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back. Doing so could damage the system. Using a computer lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 82
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 83
damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. See "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 77 to learn more about Sleep. NOTE The Windows® operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 85
, see "Hot key functions" on page 201. Special Windows® keys Windows® button Application key (Sample Illustration) Special Windows® keys Your computer's keyboard has one key and one button that have special functions in Windows®: ❖ Windows® button-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 86
Windows® WordPad program as an example: 1 Click Start, and then All Programs. The Windows® operating system displays Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the contents of each drive and folder on your computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 87
the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program's window. Starting a program using the Start Search field This example uses the Start menu's Start Search field to start WordPad: 1 Click Start to display the Start menu. The Start Search field appears at the bottom of the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 88
important rules of computing. When you turn off the computer using the Sleep Windows®-based application, click File, and then Save. 2 Click Browse folders. If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 89
Learning the Basics Printing your work 89 File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. You may use - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 90
up your work 2 In your Windows®-based application, click File, and then Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Microsoft® Windows® backup program preinstalled on the computer's hard disk. Also see "Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows® operating system - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 91
one you want before overwriting the existing file. Using Windows® Media Center in Windows Vista® The Windows® Media Center is a complete multimedia center where you can play your entire library of audio, video, and picture media on your computer. With the Media Center, you can: ❖ Watch a DVD movie - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 92
. 3 If you are using S-video output, you will also need to connect an audio cable (not included with your computer or system) from the TV's audio connection to the headphone jack on the front of your computer. 4 Turn on the TV, then turn on the computer. 5 To send the display signal to the TV, press - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 93
. Optical drive components The optical drive is located on the 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 - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 94
94 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 95
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 95 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "Caring for optical discs" on page 99. 6 Place the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 96
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 If the computer is turned on, Windows Media® Player opens. You can use the Windows Media® Player program to control the CD. To access the Windows Media® - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 97
optical drive 97 The Windows Media® Player control , try launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Click the optical drive supported optical media formats please refer to your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 98
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 the computer off To remove a disc with the computer turned off: 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 99
or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive. 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 - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 100
This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 101
.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba notebook computer. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month. The LithiumIon battery has no memory effect so it is not necessary to let the battery fully discharge - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 102
preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. Never leave - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 103
(RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store your computer's configuration settings. When fully charged, it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off. The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 104
for 24 hours. NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 105
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 105 NOTE If the AC power light ). When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). Power button System Indicator Lights AC power light On/off light Battery light - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 106
the power icon in the Notification Area. A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power as a percentage. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 107
has been reached. You can also set the computer to enter Sleep mode or Hibernation mode or to , Control Panel, Mobile PC, and then Power Options. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Battery to display - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 108
off the computer and turn it back on again ❖ Use the Windows® power-saving option plans These power-saving options control the way in which the computer is configured. Control Panel, Mobile PC, and then Power Options. The Windows® Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Windows® Power Options - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 109
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 109 2 Select an appropriate plan time. The High Performance plan will give you the shortest battery time, but the highest performance from your computer. The Balanced plan is a compromise between battery time and performance. Using a hot key to set - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 110
your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 74. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 111
) Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 112
112 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 113
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 approved option. ❖ When - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 114
meter. To fully discharge your battery pack: ❖ Periodically, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the to indicate a low battery, go to step 4. 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord/cable to a power outlet. The DC-IN or AC powerlight - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 115
Mobile Computing accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. In addition, Toshiba's recycling initiatives include recycling programs, - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 116
computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 117
you can do in the Windows® operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 118
computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, Taskbar, Notification Area, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar Notification Area (Sample Image) Windows its location in a window to the desktop area. Various icons are initially displayed on your system - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 119
Access Windows® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer NOTE Whenever a procedure in this User's Guide instructs you to windows. To make a program or window the currently active one, click the associated Taskbar button. Notification Area The Notification Area displays - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 120
may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. -Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 185. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 121
administrator. Many hotels, airports, and offices offer Wi-Fi® access. If your computer has Wi-Fi®, ask them for help when connecting to their Wi-Fi® network Send a fax directly from your computer For more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 122
you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer's built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, ) into the modem port on the side of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the telephone cable to the could cause a computer system failure. Now you are ready to send a fax - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 123
Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called . Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP and satellite links. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 124
need: ❖ A modem and telephone line, or a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect to the Internet. 1 Connect your computer's modem (available on certain models) to a telephone line. For more information on - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 125
board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 126
The Save As dialog box appears. 6 To save the file, type a file name, and then click Save. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 127
volume control on each speaker. Web Cam (Available on certain models) Your computer may come with a built-in web cam. With this web cam you can do the following: ❖ Take pictures and record videos with your notebook computer ❖ Chat with others and have them see you while using instant messaging (IM - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 128
the use of ExpressCard media. The slot also supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one ExpressCard with another while the computer is on. Inserting an ExpressCard® Before you insert an ExpressCard®, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 129
xD-Picture Card™ media. These media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. The Bridge Media Adapter slot may also support other types of media. For a complete list of supported media, visit Toshiba - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 130
130 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 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. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 131
Your Computer's Features Using the i.LINK® port 131 Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows® message levels of data in real-time, such as video devices. As with USB ports, the i.LINK® port supports both Plug-and-Play (automatic configuration) and hot - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 132
utilities are described in this chapter. ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 133
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, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 134
134 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree® Connectivity Doctor ❖ Bluetooth® Settings ❖ Bluetooth® Local COM Settings (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 135
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password 135 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 136
136 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 137
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility 137 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 138
before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password-Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily. NOTE You need to have created a password for your Windows® account to use an instant password - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 139
you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access your computer. To set a supervisor password: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 140
Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password Utility window or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 141
. 6 Click OK to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. The Password tab of the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 142
Registered. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the user password, then click OK. TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online Help documentation within the application for additional help. NOTE The - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 143
. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card. 3 Select the formatting option: ❖ Quick Format ❖ Full Format 4 Click Start to begin formatting. The formatting progress is displayed in the horizontal bar in the window. 5 When formatting - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 144
Mouse utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Mouse under Hardware and Sound, 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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 145
BIOS version or change certain settings back to their default values ❖ Password-Allows you to set a user password ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last configuration. If data does not appear on the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 146
AC adaptor ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button to power on the computer, then quickly pressing the F12 key. Select the boot device by pressing - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 147
❖ Microsoft® Internet Explorer® ❖ Microsoft® Office ❖ Windows Media® Player ❖ Adobe® Acrobat® Reader® ❖ Icons on the desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 148
the system control panel directly above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Button Support window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Support screen 2 Under Button Name, select the button whose - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 149
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 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 - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 150
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, and then Accessibility, or click the Accessibility icon in the Optimize tab of - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 151
error-free. Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable you must click "Elevate administrative privileges" on the main Control Center window before you can access most of the system settings in the Control - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 152
from these three samples. NOTE If you do not use a Windows® password, you will be prompted to define a new (non- your system supports power-on security, a Power-on button is also displayed above each the reader to complete its operation. ❖ Problem with operation-the reader could not read your - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 153
logon is completed. The Fast User Switching feature of the Windows® operating system is also supported. If user A is logged on and the fingerprint utility -on Security Options for power-on security are displayed only if your computer supports this feature. In most configurations, power-on security - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 154
box. (Logon support must be enabled for this option to be accessible.) Fingerprint Management Fingerprints are stored in memory during enrollment. After a fingerprint is enrolled, it is displayed with a power- , and installed applications. (Sample Image) Main Fingerprint Control Center Window - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 155
device is limited (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 only for power-on authentication. ❖ Fingerprint Storage Inspector-Opens the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 156
. Use the reader to unlock the computer again. ❖ Registered Sites-Displays a list of your Web pages registered by Password Bank. To display and fill in a registered page in your default Web browser, click it in the list. ❖ Register-Registers a new window (dialog or Web page). ❖ Lock/unlock My - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 157
Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 157 Registering a new Web page or dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to register a new Web page. To create a new registration: 1 Display a Web page you want to register. 2 Fill in the data you want to replay the next time you access this - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 158
form, all existing registered forms for the page are displayed. You then select the one to be replayed. Replaying a registered dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to replay a registered dialog. To replay a registration: 1 Display the dialog to be replayed. 2 Use the reader. 3 Optional - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 159
in the non-volatile memory. If the computer changes ownership, Toshiba recommends the following procedure screen is displayed. 4 If other fingerprint data is still displayed on the list the reader or cause reader failure, finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate. ❖ Do - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 160
160 Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Observe the following before you swipe your finger on the reader, whether for fingerprint enrollment/registration or recognition. ❖ Wash and dry your hands thoroughly. ❖ Remove static electricity from your fingers by touching any metal surface. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 161
. ❖ A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or recognition is accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer. For more information, see - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 162
system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon in the Notification Area, and then click the desired utility. NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon in the Notification Area is displayed with an "X." ConfigFree - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 163
and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments. A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices. The following settings can be saved (or "captured") in a profile: ❖ Internet settings-includes - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 164
164 Utilities ConfigFree® To create a profile: 1 Click the icon in the Notification Area. 2 Move the pointer to Profile. 3 Click Open Settings. The ConfigFree Profile Settings window appears. (Sample Image) ConfigFree Profile Settings window 4 Click Add to start the Create Profile Wizard. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 165
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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 166
. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. The computer shuts down completely. Problems when 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 - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 167
computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk. If you have a hard disk problem, you will not be able to start the computer. displayed, a program or driver may have prevented Windows® from shutting down. Data stored in the computer's memory has been lost. Data stored in the computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 168
.toshiba.com and see the Support Bulletin Step-Charging the computer's battery (click the Ask Iris® link and search for the support bulletin by name). 4 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in a different room. If the computer starts normally, there may be a problem - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 169
fails to start properly, you may have to change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows® starts loading. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 170
video (640x480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ Start Windows® normally When you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows® displays - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 171
Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 172
drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove it from the computer. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device. See "Fixing a problem documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 173
options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is causing a problem. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 174
top slot. If only one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in slot A. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC or power cord/cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 175
computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba. problem may be related to the keyboard itself. You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. The keyboard you connected may be defective or incompatible with the computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 176
part of the Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. The computer will restart and recognize the device. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 177
see Windows® Help. A message displays saying 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 size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 178
display when you turn on your computer. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your computer. Your display . Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, or - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 179
seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for a long time, your files may have become down, and insert it so that the metal head window cover goes into the drive first. The metal problem. Run Errorchecking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 178). - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 180
tray. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Some discs run correctly but regarding supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the problem is - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 181
tray does not slide out." on page 180. Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computer's speakers. Adjust the volume control. Try pressing Fn + , additional memory, or a pager. Most ExpressCard problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 182
defective ExpressCard®slips through quality control. If another computer with a ExpressCard slot is available, try the card in that machine. If the card malfunctions again, it may be defective. Resolving ExpressCard® problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to be - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 183
sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer. Run the printer's self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 68 or in the instructions that came with the printer. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 184
computer back on. Try printing another file. For example, you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad. If a Notepad file prints correctly, the problem higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 185
problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows® Help and Support or contact your computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 186
each active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to your router or broadband modem, by plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi® part - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 187
of the Windows® Taskbar). problem yourself. For general problems playing a DVD title, try the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is properly inserted in the drive tray. 3 Use the DVD Player software that came with your computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 188
your optical drive by clicking Start, and then Computer. The optical drive should appear in the list. 6 See "Checking device properties" on page 172 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 189
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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 190
computing habits Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system The Windows® operating system offers some easy-to-use features for backing up your Windows Windows® operating system creates the Restore Point, automatically stamps it with the current date and time, and displays - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 191
computer with the Windows® operating system The most valuable component of your computer system is the data you create and store on its hard drive. Since problems is required. Most of the optical drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as read - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 192
computer, you will be setting up a scheduled backup that will be performed periodically, and will only include the changes made since the last backup. 7 Follow the on-screen help to complete your backup. For more help, click Start, Help and Support restore the Windows® operating system to the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 193
computer. If the device is connected first, it may be very difficult to complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 194
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 X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 195
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖ Your computer's serial number ❖ The computer and any optional devices related to the problem ❖ Backup copies of your Windows® operating system and all other preloaded - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 196
92800 Puteaux Cédex France Italy Centro Direzionale Colleoni Palazzo Perseo Via Paracelso 10 20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 USA 800-457-7777 (within the US) 949-859-4273 (outside of the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 197
a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards: Hot Key Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to modify the following system functions: ❖ Mute ❖ Password security ❖ Power Plan ❖ Sleep ❖ Hibernation - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 198
: 1 Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display 2 Double-click the Card for the system function to be modified. The selected Card is displayed full-size with its available options below it. All other - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 199
147. Disc Creator utility This Application Card launches the TOSHIBA Disc Creator utility. TOSHIBA Hardware Setup utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Hardware Setup" on page 145. TOSHIBA Button Support utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Button Support" on page 148. NOTE Not - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 200
of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards display at the top of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Card display "stacked" Card 2 Click the "stacked" card on the far right of the display. The Application Cards are hidden under this card. The Application Cards appear, and the Hot Key Cards are stacked under - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 201
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 201 3 The Card Case displays two rows of Cards. Cards that appear solid (not transparent) in the bottom row are enabled and can be selected when the Application Cards are displayed. The top row contains all of the disabled cards. (Sample Image) Enabling - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 202
Hot key functions Volume Mute or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Volume Mute - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 203
Hot key functions 203 Password security This TOSHIBA Card or hot key blanks the display. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + (Sample Image) Security options ❖ To enable security, account will need to log back on to gain access to the computer. - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 204
Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Power plan or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that are displayed by this function, are set in the Power Options window. Selecting this Card or - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 205
Fn + Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 205 This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Sleep mode. For more information about Sleep mode, please see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 77. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 206
or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on Hibernation mode, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 74. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 207
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 207 Display modes This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the poweron display options. or Fn + NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned on. The display modes are: ❖ LCD-Internal display only ❖ LCD + CRT- - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 208
208 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Selecting this Card or pressing either hot key displays the - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 209
or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are the Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi® modules. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Wireless communication options - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 210
Mode Pad or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on page 59 or "Using Dual Mode" on page 59. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 211
Hot key functions 211 Changing screen resolution This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + [Space bar] (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle through the screen resolutions, then select - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 212
Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 213
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook 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 - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 214
be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 215
network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 (parallel port) LSI large-scale integration MB megabyte MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface PC personal computer PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association RAM - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 216
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 crystal display (LCD - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 217
basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 218
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 commands and programs. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 219
driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box - An on-screen window displayed CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory - See folder. disable - To turn a computer option off. See also enable. disc - - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 220
selected object. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 221
system can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus - The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function keys - The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 222
, L2 cache. L2 (level two) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 223
surface of the display, creating light and dark pixels. load - To move information from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into memory for processing. local digital computers and analog telephone lines. motherboard - The computer's main circuit board that contains the processor, memory, and - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 224
the computer works. Examples of operating systems are the Windows Vista® Ultimate and Windows Vista® videos. P palette - See color palette. parallel - Processes that occur simultaneously. In communications, it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time. On your computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 225
a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See also operating - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 226
that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S select - To highlight or otherwise specify text - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 227
serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bus (USB). utility - A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W Web - See - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 228
AC power connecting adaptor 46 accessories memory 50 adding memory 50 Alt keys 84 Application Cards 199 audio files 126 audio features (RTC) 101 removing 110 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 130 removing memory media 130 button power 49 start 119 C - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 229
missing files/trouble accessing driver conflict 171 general hardware problem 171 non-system disk or disk error 168 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with hardware 177 warning resume failure 167 Error-checking 178 exploring the desktop 117 ExpressCard® checklist 182 computer - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 230
keys 85 H hardware conflicts 171 resolving 172 headphones using 126 Help and Support Windows® operating system 171 Hibernation mode 70 configuring 74 starting again from 76 hot key display brightness 208 display modes 207 Hibernation mode 206 keyboard overlays 212 password security 203 power plan - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 231
to the Internet Wizard 121 networking wireless 120 Notification Area 119 O Opening the display panel 47 optical disc positioning 95 optical discs handling 95 inserting 94 removing 98 optical drive problems 180 troubleshooting 180 using 92 optical media recording 97 other documentation 38 P password - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 232
174 cannot insert diskette in drive 179 cannot read a diskette 179 changing display properties 177 checking device properties 172 computer hangs when ExpressCard® inserted 182 computer will not power up 166 contacting Toshiba 194 corrupted/damaged data files 179 Device Manager 172 disk drive is slow - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 233
line connecting to modem 121 television adjusting display 67 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 195 TOSHIBA Assist 133 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 145 Toshiba online resources 99 traveling tips 116 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 187 external keyboard 175 keyboard 175 optical - Toshiba X205 SLi3 | Toshiba User's Guide for Satellite X205 - Page 234
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