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Satellite® A200/A205 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 2
hands after handling. Model: Satellite® A200/A205 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 3
Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 6
your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 1 above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 7
problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba 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. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 9
que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users device. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 10
the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. NOTE The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 11
stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change 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. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 12
12 JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 18
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 11a/b, 11a/b/g, or 11a/b/g/n can communicate on any of its supported formats; the actual connection will be based on the access point - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 19
network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 20
phones. Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 policy Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 22
stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change 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. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 23
drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 24
laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required. Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 26
26 Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. DirectX, Active - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 27
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting computer 42 Setting up your software 42 Registering your computer with Toshiba 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Connecting to a power source 44 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 28
28 Contents Using the computer for the first time 47 Opening the display panel 47 Your computer's features and specifications ....48 Turning on the power 48 Adding memory (optional 49 Installing a memory module 49 Removing a memory module 55 Checking total memory 56 Hard Drive Recovery - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 29
Contents 29 Customizing your computer's settings 82 Caring for your computer 83 Cleaning the computer 83 Moving the computer 83 Using a computer lock 83 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 85 Computing tips 85 Using the keyboard 87 Character keys 87 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 30
30 Contents Caring for CD or DVD discs 102 Toshiba's online resources 102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 103 Toshiba's energy-saver design 103 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 104 Power management 105 Using additional batteries 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 31
Internet 128 The Internet 129 The World Wide Web 129 Internet Service Providers 129 Connecting to the Internet 129 Surfing the Internet 130 138 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 139 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Connect 141 Secure 142 Protect & Fix 143 Optimize 144 Toshiba Application Installer 145 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 32
153 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 156 TOSHIBA Button Support 157 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 158 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 174 Problems that are easy to fix 174 Problems when you turn on the computer............175 The Windows - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 33
Card problems 190 Printer problems 192 Modem problems 193 Wireless networking problems 194 DVD operating problems 197 Develop good computing habits 198 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 34
34 Contents Sleep mode 215 Hibernation mode 216 Display modes 217 Display brightness 218 Disabling or enabling wireless devices............219 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Dual Mode Pad 220 Changing screen resolution 221 Keyboard hot key functions 222 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 35
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 from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. 35 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 36
, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 37
37 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 38
version of the user's guide (this document) ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 39
Chapter 1 Getting Started This 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 40
Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your service center. Computer base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 41
Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive, or both. ❖ Keep the computer and - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 42
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 of Microsoft's End - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 43
Warranty. NOTE To register online, you must be connected to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. After starting your computer for the first time you - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 44
plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 45
power and battery lights on the indicator panel glow 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 46
46 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 47
Getting Started 47 Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 48
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 the power To turn - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 49
to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 50
50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules. Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 51
Getting Started 51 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 52
built up. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Grease 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 53
Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 54
54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 55
, this could be a sign that you may need 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 56
56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. Memory slots Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 57
Getting Started 57 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." This is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission. If you were trying - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 58
CDs or DVDs to copy the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. If your optical disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Global Support Centre in the United States is (800) 457-7777, outside the United States it is (949) 859-4273 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 59
Getting Started 59 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 3 Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box next to the item's Name-recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. 4 Click Create. 5 Insert the first blank CD - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 60
2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. The options are: ❖ Recovery of Factory Default - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 61
partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 62
Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all data - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 63
) and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. To resize and recover your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size of - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 64
, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 59, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 65
you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 66
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 67
Pad have the following default 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 68
68 Getting Started Using the Dual Mode Pad In order to use the virtual buttons you must first enable Dual Mode in the Mouse Properties dialog box. After that, you can use the virtual buttons as follows: 1 Tap the mode switch button to enable the virtual buttons. 2 Tap the virtual button assigned - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 69
Getting Started 69 Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect an external display device to an available video port, as follows: ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) port ❖ A TV, VCR, or - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 70
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. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 71
; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you can set up the printer as described in "Setting up - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 72
to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow instructions to set up your printer. Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 73
Getting Started 73 Turning off the computer To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 74
74 Getting Started Turning off the computer TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut Down option to turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are off. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 75
Getting Started 75 Turning off the computer Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 76
76 Getting Started Turning off the computer Using the Shut Down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your work or the current state of the computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 77
Getting Started 77 Turning off the computer 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 78
78 Getting Started Turning off the computer Restarting your computer To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on/off light glows blue. If you turn off the computer by closing the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. Using and configuring - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 79
Getting Started 79 Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 80
80 Getting Started Turning off the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the on/off light glows blue. The computer returns to the screen(s) you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 81
Getting Started 81 Turning off the computer 2 Click Change 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 82
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. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see "Power Plans" on page 112. There are - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 83
your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 84
84 Getting Started Caring for your computer 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 Insert the cable's locking end into the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 85
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 86
86 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 87
Learning the Basics 87 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to be - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 89
Learning the Basics 89 Using the keyboard Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 90
90 Learning the Basics Starting a program Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use the Start menu or Windows® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 91
Learning the Basics 91 Starting a program Starting a program from Windows® Explorer If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu, you can start it from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 92
92 Learning the Basics Saving your work 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 Start menu. Start Search field Arrow ( - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 93
different name. 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 94
94 Learning the Basics Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 95
Learning the Basics 95 Backing up your work 3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. 4 Click Print. Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up your files to different types - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 96
(DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 97
the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 98
98 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive The Stop button stops a disc that is currently playing. The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc. The Next track button skips to the following track on the disc. Inserting a compact disc To insert a compact disc into the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 99
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 100
If you insert a CD/DVD into the optical drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the CD/DVD manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Click the optical drive icon. The disc drive will run the CD/DVD - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 101
on your optical drive may not play back 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 102
slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 103
Chapter 3 Mobile Computing 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. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 104
performance 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 105
familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional secondary battery (not included - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 106
106 Mobile Computing Charging batteries Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer is on or off. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 107
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 107 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 108
108 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. See "Changing the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 109
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining battery power 109 NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform its - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 110
110 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power If you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down. For more information on using Hibernation, see "Hibernation mode" on page 74. Setting - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 111
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 111 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 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 of factors, such as: ❖ How - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 112
112 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Power Plans You can choose a predefined Power Plan or select your own combination of power options. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Mobile PC, and then Power Options. The Windows® Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Windows® - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 113
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 113 By default the three power plans Balanced, Power Saver, and High Performance are satisfactory for most people and do not need to be edited. The Power Saver plan is the best used for maximum battery time. The High Performance plan will give you the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 114
battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save 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 78. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 115
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 115 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 116
116 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 the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 117
gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 118
118 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will allow better accuracy of the battery meter. To fully discharge your battery pack: ❖ Periodically, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 119
an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by sponsoring - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 120
cases for the 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 121
features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 122
122 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, Taskbar, Notification Area, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar Notification Area (Sample Image) - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 123
to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ 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 click Start, it means that you should click the Start button. Taskbar - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 124
To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you are having trouble troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows® - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 125
your network administrator. ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer For more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer's built - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 126
an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure. 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 of - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 127
Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications 127 Setting up the connection To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations. To set up a dial-up connection, use the Connect to the Internet Wizard: 1 Click - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 128
, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 194. 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 129
speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you telephone line, or a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you have established an ISP account, you - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 130
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 131
Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features 131 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 from a site on - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 132
132 Exploring Your Computer's Features Web Camera 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 stereo speakers. Before putting on - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 133
more difficult to set up and use. Your notebook computer comes with a PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards that you can install: ❖ Type I cards ❖ Type II cards The PC Card slot supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one PC Card with another while the computer is - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 134
the system may be damaged. NOTE Before removing a PC Card, make sure that no applications or system services are using the card. 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online Help. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 135
Using an ExpressCard™ (Available on certain models) This section applies if you have a ExpressCard™ slot. The ExpressCard slot supports 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 136
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's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To copy - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 137
Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 137 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 138
certain models) on the side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate). This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 139
Application Installer ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 140
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 Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 141
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree™ Connectivity Doctor ❖ Bluetooth® Settings ❖ Bluetooth® Local COM Settings 141 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 142
142 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 143
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The feature available in this category is: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 143 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 144
144 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 145
Installer screen 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. To select multiple items, hold down the Ctrl key as you make your selections. (Sample Image) Toshiba Application Installer selection screen 4 Click Install, then follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 146
additional protection for your files. When you set a 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-Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily. NOTE - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 147
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 icon. The Supervisor - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 148
down the system to complete the process. Deleting a supervisor password To delete 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 icon. The - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 149
to verify. 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 150
Tool Utility may show tests for features you do not have. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then PC Diagnostic Tool, or click the PC Diagnostic Tool icon in the Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 151
Adapter slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 152
performing this procedure as data on the drive may be lost. 3 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen 4 Select the drive where the SD card is located. 5 Select - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 153
Utility 153 Booting from a bootable SD card To boot from a bootable SD card: 1 Create a bootable SD card (see "TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility" on page 152 for instructions). 2 Verify that no floppy disk is installed in the optional external floppy disk drive. 3 Insert a bootable SD card into the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 154
additional categories depending on your particular pointing device. 2 Adjust the settings as desired, then click OK. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system. To access it: ❖ Click Start, All Programs - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 155
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup 155 ❖ Display-Allows you to change various to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button, then quickly pressing the F12 key, or the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 156
boxes and clicking Apply, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to select which applications will work with the zoom in/out hot keys (see "Changing screen resolution - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 157
button. These buttons are located 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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 158
158 Toshiba Utilities CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer This utility can slow the speed of your the icon in the Notification Area, or click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 159
for listening to music or audio files on a CD. 3 Click Set Normal Mode to run the drive at normal speed for transferring data. TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 160
does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error-free. Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 161
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint but a password improves the security of your software. If your system supports power-on security, a Power-on button is also displayed above busy-wait for the reader to complete its operation. ❖ Problem with operation-the reader could not read your fingerprint. Swipe - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 162
162 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Logon The fingerprint Center and go to Settings - Power-on Security. (This wizard is displayed only if your system supports power-on security.) 2 Check the option Replace the power-on and hard drive passwords with the fingerprint - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 163
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 163 NOTE Your hardware must support Power-on security to use the 2 Check the Allow power-on security single sign-on check box. (Logon support must be enabled for this option to be accessible.) Fingerprint Management Fingerprints are stored - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 164
164 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprints ❖ Enroll or edit current user's fingerprint templates-Runs the fingerprint enrollment wizard. You can enroll, edit, or delete fingerprints for - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 165
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 165 Elevate Administrative Privileges for User ❖ Elevate administrative privileges for user.-By default, the operating system assumes you are a user and - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 166
166 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Registering a new Web page or dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to register a new Web page. To - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 167
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 167 ❖ If the page has multiple registered forms, but there is no active form, all existing registered forms for the page - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 168
in the non-volatile memory. If the computer changes ownership, Toshiba recommends the following procedure: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Protector result in damage to the reader or cause reader failure, finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate. ❖ Do not scratch or poke - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 169
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 169 Observe the following before you swipe your finger on the reader, whether for fingerprint enrollment/registration or recognition. ❖ Wash and - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 170
enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 171
icon in the Notification Area. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 172
172 Toshiba Utilities ConfigFree™ ❖ Status of Wireless Connection switch (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in "profiles." - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 173
Toshiba 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 174
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 175
Down menu appears. 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 176
again. Your computer may be in Sleep mode and have a software or resource conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously. Then shut down the computer via software, or follow - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 177
.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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 178
If the operating system 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 179
(640x480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system , the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 180
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 181
page 181. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 182
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 memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 55. 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing a - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 183
the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional secondary 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 nor recharge the batteries. Here are some - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 184
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 maintaining battery power, see "Charging batteries" on page 105. Keyboard problems If, when you - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 185
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 186
information see Windows® Help. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display properties: 1 Right - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 187
usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to be missing. Make sure you are - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 188
programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Errorchecking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 187). - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 189
189 Optical drive problems You cannot access narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to . Check the type of disc you are using. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVD±R, DVD±RW, and - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 190
) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. Resource - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 191
between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 181 for more information. Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not required to have its - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 192
" and is not supported. For more information troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 72 or in the instructions - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 193
file prints correctly, the problem may be in your original file. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact the printer's 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 Toshiba Web site at pcsupport - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 194
problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is correct-i.e., that it matches the SSID assigned to the access point you are attempting to connect through. SSIDs are casesensitive. Toshiba a support technician - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 195
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 of your network. ❖ Use the PING command to verify a connection to the gateway at 192.168 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 196
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. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 197
can also cause audio problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned " on page 181 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 6 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 198
programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 85 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Use Windows® to back up files, or the entire computer, to a CD, DVD - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 199
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 200
200 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits 4 In the input field, 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. 5 The Windows® operating system creates the Restore Point, - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 201
the data you create and store on its hard drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as Support, and search for "back up." - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 202
complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows . This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 203
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 204
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 205
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 A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 206
206 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba's worldwide offices United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D-4-1460 Neuss Germany For more information on additional - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 207
Cards provide 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 ❖ - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 208
208 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot Key Cards Using the Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards Hot Key Cards using the pointing device: 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 209
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 154. TOSHIBA Button Support utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Button Support" on page 157. NOTE Not all - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 210
(see "Using the Application Cards" on page 210). To use the Card Case: 1 Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards appear at the top of the screen. An icon appears momentarily in the top-right corner. 2 Click the icon. (Sample Image) Starting Card Case - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 211
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Application Cards 211 3 The Card Case displays two rows of Cards. Cards that appear solid (not transparent) in the top row are enabled and - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 212
212 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Hot key functions Hot key functions are a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 213
Cards Hot key functions 213 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 ❖ - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 214
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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 215
Sleep mode or Fn + Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 215 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 216
Cards Hot key functions Hibernation mode 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 217
Cards Hot key functions 217 Display modes or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the poweron display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display Display mode options Cycle through the display modes, then select the desired mode. Not all functions are supported on all models. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 218
218 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions NOTE Some systems also support an additional Swap Image Display side per display device. To swap sides, select Swap Image Display. Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key decreases the - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 219
Cards Hot key functions 219 Disabling or enabling wireless devices or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ Wi-Fi® enabled-Enables just the Wi- - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 220
Hot key functions Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Dual Mode Pad or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables either the TouchPad or the Dual Mode Pad. For more information on using the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad, - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 221
Cards Hot key functions 221 Changing screen resolution or Fn + [Space bar] This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 222
222 Hot 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 223
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 the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 224
NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 225
disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O input/output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 (parallel port) LSI large - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 226
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) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 227
signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 228
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. cursor - A symbol that indicates the current position - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 229
229 Glossary device - A component attached to the computer. Devices may be external (outside the computer's case) or internal (inside the computer's case). Printers, disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 230
230 Glossary double-density diskette - A 3.5-inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB of information (half the capacity of a high-density diskette). See also diskette, high-density diskette. download - (1) In communications, to receive a file from another computer through a modem or network. (2) - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 231
default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 232
. internal device - See device. Internet - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 233
233 Glossary local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 234
234 Glossary non-system disk - A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer. Compare system disk. O online - Available through the computer. Online may refer to information being read from your own computer's hard disk, such as online documentation or online - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 235
you plug in 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 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 236
See active-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per second). USB can to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 237
237 Glossary W Web - See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi® - A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) - The worldwide - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 238
, 107 not charging 183 notification 110 238 power plan 214 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 104 removing 114 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 137 removing memory media 137 button power 48, 58 start 123 C CD creating 101 playing an audio - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 239
Defragmenter 188 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 188 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 187 running slow 188 diskette drive cannot insert device driver conflict 180 general hardware problem 180 non-system disk or disk error 177 problem with display settings/ current settings not - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 240
hardware conflicts 180 resolving 181 headphones using 132 Help and Support Windows® operating system 180 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 131 URL address not found 179 using 128 Internet Explorer® icon 122 Internet Service Providers 129 ISPs 129 J jack RJ-11 126 K keyboard character keys 87 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 241
accessing 126 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 126 networking wireless 128 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 189 troubleshooting 189 other documentation 38 overlay keys 89 P password deleting a supervisor 148 disabling a user 149 setting a user 148 supervisor set - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 242
66 printer connecting 71 problem solving 192, 193 printing a file 94 problem solving AC power 183 191 computer will not power up 175 contacting Toshiba 203, 204 corrupted/damaged data files 188 slow 179 keyboard not responding 176 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 187 modem not receiving or - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 243
to modem 125 television adjusting display 70 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 205 TOSHIBA Assist 140 Toshiba Hardware Setup 154 Toshiba online resources 102 Toshiba utilities 139 traveling tips 120 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 197 external keyboard 184 keyboard 184 - Toshiba A205-S5825 | User Guide - Page 244
244 Index Windows® operating system Help and Support 180 problem solving 178 Windows® operating system desktop 121 Windows® Start menu 90 wireless networking 128 Wizards Dial-Up Networking Wizard 126 World Wide Web 129 www 129
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