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46 Getting Started Adding external devices Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 44. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ Add more memory (see "Adding memory (optional)" on page 53). ❖ Connect a mouse (see "Using a mouse" on page 71). ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Using an external keyboard" on page 70). ❖ Connect an external monitor (see "Using external display devices" on page 68). ❖ Connect a local printer (see "Connecting a printer" on page 71). ❖ Connect an external CD/DVD drive (see "Using the CDRW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive" on page 94). ❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 141).

Section	Page
Satellite® P100/P105 Series User's Guide	1
Contents	26
Introduction	34
This guide	36
Safety icons	36
Other icons used	37
Other documentation	37
Service options	38
Chapter 1: Getting Started	39
Selecting a place to work	39
Creating a computer-friendly environment	39
Keeping yourself comfortable	40
Precautions	40
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	43
Setting up your computer	43
Setting up your software	44
Registering your computer with Toshiba	45
Adding external devices	46
Connecting to a power source	47
Using the main battery	50
Using the computer for the first time	51
Opening the display panel	51
Your computer’s features and specifications	52
Turning on the power	52
Adding memory (optional)	53
Installing a memory module	54
Removing a memory module	59
Using the TouchPad™	61
Scrolling with the TouchPad™	62
Control buttons	62
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	62
Using the Dual Mode Pad	64
Scrolling with the Dual Mode Pad	65
Using the Control buttons	65
Using Tap Zones	65
Using the Virtual Buttons	66
Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad	67
Using external display devices	68
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	69
Adjusting the quality of the external display	70
Using an external keyboard	70
Using a mouse	71
Connecting a printer	71
Setting up your printer	72
Connecting an optional external diskette drive	73
Turning off the computer	74
Options for turning off the computer	74
Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands	77
Using and configuring Hibernation mode	78
Using and configuring Standby mode	79
Closing the display panel	80
Caring for your computer	81
Cleaning the computer	81
Moving the computer	81
Using a computer lock	81
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	83
Computing tips	83
Using the keyboard	85
Character keys	85
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	85
Function keys	86
Windows special keys	86
Starting a program	87
Starting a program from the Start menu	87
Starting a program from Windows® Explorer	88
Starting a program from the Run dialog box	89
Saving your work	90
Saving files	90
Printing your work	92
Backing up your work	93
Restoring your work	94
Using the CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive	94
CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components	95
Media Control Buttons	96
Inserting a compact disc	97
Playing an audio CD	99
Playing CDs using Auto-Run	101
Creating a CD	101
Removing a disc with the computer on	102
Removing a disc with the computer off	103
Caring for CD or DVD Discs	103
Toshiba’s online resources	104
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	105
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	105
Running the computer on battery power	105
Battery Notice	106
Power management	107
Using additional batteries	107
Charging batteries	108
Charging the main battery	108
Charging the RTC battery	109
Monitoring main battery power	110
Determining remaining main battery power	112
What to do when the main battery runs low	114
Setting battery alarms	114
Conserving battery power	115
Power Schemes	116
Using a hot key to set the Power Scheme	117
Changing the main battery	118
Removing the battery from the computer	119
Inserting a charged battery	120
Taking care of your battery	122
Safety precautions	122
Maximizing battery life	123
Disposing of used batteries	124
Traveling tips	125
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	126
Exploring the desktop	126
Finding your way around the desktop	127
Setting up for communications	129
Connecting the modem to a telephone line	131
Connecting your computer to a network	132
An overview of using the Internet	134
The Internet	135
The World Wide Web	135
Internet Service Providers	135
Connecting to the Internet	136
Surfing the Internet	136
Internet features	137
Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet	138
Exploring audio features	138
Recording sounds	138
Using external speakers or headphones	140
Using the i.LINK® port	141
Using PC Cards	141
Inserting a PC Card	142
Removing a PC Card	143
Setting up a PC Card for your computer	143
Using an ExpressCard™	144
Inserting an ExpressCard	144
Removing an ExpressCard	145
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot	146
Inserting memory media	146
Removing memory media	147
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities	148
TOSHIBA Assist	149
Connect	150
Secure	150
Protect & Fix	151
Optimize	152
TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility	153
Setting passwords	154
Using an instant password	154
Using a supervisor or user password	155
TOSHIBA Password Utility	157
PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	159
TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility	160
Mouse Utility	161
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup	162
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility	164
TOSHIBA Button Controls	165
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer	166
TOSHIBA Accessibility	167
Fingerprint Authentication Utility	168
Fingerprint utility limitations	168
Fingerprint Enrollment	168
Fingerprint Logon	170
Power-on Security	170
Control Center	172
Password Bank	174
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint sensor	178
Fingerprint sensor limitations	180
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	181
Problems that are easy to fix	181
Problems when you turn on the computer	183
The Windows ® operating system is not working	185
Using Startup options to fix problems	186
Internet problems	187
The Windows® XP operating system can help you	187
Resolving a hardware conflict	188
A plan of action	188
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own	189
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	190
Memory problems	192
Power and the batteries	193
Keyboard problems	195
Display problems	196
Disk drive problems	198
CD-RW/DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems	201
Sound system problems	202
PC Card problems	203
Printer problems	206
Modem problems	207
Wireless networking problems	208
DVD operating problems	211
Develop good computing habits	214
Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP	215
If you need further assistance	221
Before you contact Toshiba	221
Contacting Toshiba	222
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	223
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	223
Appendix A: Hot Keys	225
Volume Mute	225
Password security	226
Without a password	226
With a password	226
Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged	227
Power usage	228
Standby mode	229
Hibernation mode	230
Display modes	231
Display brightness	232
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad	232
Zooming applications in/out	232
Keyboard hot keys	233
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	234
Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer	235
Getting Started	236
Starting ConfigFree	236
ConfigFree Utilities	238
Connectivity Doctor	238
Search for Wireless Devices	241
Profile Settings	246
ConfigFree SUMMIT	250
Quick Connect	254
Using the Automatic Switch	257
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature	257
Glossary	259