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Getting Started Adding memory 61 Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will not be saved. The following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the following: Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds, then turn the power on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it out of the slot. Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw.

Section	Page
Portégé® M200/M205 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	28
Introduction	37
This guide	38
Safety icons	39
Other icons used	40
Other documentation	40
Service options	41
Chapter 1: Getting Started	42
Selecting a place to work	42
Creating a computer-friendly environment	42
Keeping yourself comfortable	43
Precautions	43
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	46
Setting up your computer	46
Setting up your software	47
Registering your computer with Toshiba	48
Adding external devices	48
Connecting to a power source	49
Charging the main battery	52
Using the computer for the first time	53
Opening the display panel	53
Your computer’s features and specifications	54
Turning on the power	54
Adding memory	55
Installing a memory module	56
Removing a memory module	60
Checking total memory	62
Connecting an external USB mouse	62
Connecting an external USB keyboard	63
Connecting a printer	63
Setting up a printer	64
Connecting the modem	65
Connecting to a phone line	66
Connecting to a network	67
Using the TouchPad™	67
Primary and secondary control buttons	67
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	68
Using the Cross-Functional button	70
Turning off the computer	70
Closing the display panel	71
Different ways to turn the computer on and off	71
Using your computer in tablet mode	72
Customizing your computer’s settings	74
Caring for your computer	74
Cleaning the computer	74
Moving the computer	75
Using a computer lock	75
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	77
Computing tips	77
Using the keyboard	78
Character keys	79
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard	79
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	80
Function keys	80
Windows® special keys	81
Overlay keys	81
Starting a program	83
Saving your work	84
Saving files	84
Printing your work	86
Backing up your work	87
Restoring your work	87
Playing audio	88
Powering down the computer	90
Turn Off or Shut down command	90
Restart command	91
Hibernation command	91
Standby command	92
Using Turn Off or Shut down	92
Turning off more quickly	93
Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down	95
Using Hibernation	95
Enabling the Hibernation command	95
Going into Hibernation mode	95
Going into Hibernation mode more quickly	96
Starting again from Hibernation	98
Using Standby	98
Going into Standby mode more quickly	99
Starting again from Standby	101
Toshiba’s online resources	101
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	102
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	102
Running the computer on battery power	102
Battery Notice	103
Power management	104
Using additional batteries	104
Charging batteries	105
Charging the main battery	105
Charging the RTC battery	106
Monitoring main battery power	107
Determining remaining battery power	109
What to do when the main battery runs low	111
Setting battery alarms	111
Conserving battery power	112
Power Profiles	113
Using a hot key to set the Power Profile	114
Changing the main battery	115
Removing the battery from the computer	115
Inserting a charged battery	118
Taking care of your battery	119
Safety precautions	119
Maximizing battery life	120
Disposing of used batteries	121
Traveling tips	122
Chapter 4: Expansion Options	123
Using your computer at the office	123
Using an optional external DVD-ROM drive	124
Connecting an optional external DVD drive	124
Inserting discs (CD or DVD)	125
Removing discs (CD or DVD)	126
Caring for CDs and DVDs	127
Using external display devices	128
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	128
Adjusting the quality of the external display	129
Display limitations	130
Using tablet mode	130
Preparing to use the tablet	131
Using tablet mode	132
Using the Toshiba tablet pen	134
Returning the computer to its original configuration	135
Using the i.LINK® port	135
Using PC Cards	135
Inserting a PC Card	136
Removing a PC Card	137
Hot swapping PC Cards	137
Using an optional SD™ card	138
Installing SD™ card drivers	138
Installing the SD™card in the SD slot	139
Formatting an optional SD™ card	139
Using Standby or Hibernate while using the SD™ card	139
Removing an optional SD™ card	140
Chapter 5: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	141
Windows® XP special features	141
Personalizing your desktop	142
Customizing the taskbar	142
Bringing the world to your desktop	143
Changing desktop and browsing style	144
Personalizing individual windows	145
Customizing window toolbars	146
Displaying information about each folder	147
Setting up for communications	148
Determining the COM port	149
Using the Ethernet LAN Port	150
Accessing a LAN	151
Using wireless LAN connectivity	151
An overview of using the Internet	152
The Internet	152
The World Wide Web	152
Internet Service Providers	153
Connecting to the Internet	153
Surfing the Internet	154
Internet features	154
Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet	155
Using audio features	155
Using external speakers or headphones	155
Recording sounds	156
Using a microphone	157
Adjusting recording settings	158
Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities	159
Fn-esse	160
Starting Fn-esse	160
Assigning a key to a program or document	161
Viewing existing key assignments	163
Changing or removing existing key assignments	164
Hotkey utility	164
TOSHIBA Console	165
Customize Your Computer	166
Network	166
Security	166
Power Management	167
Toshiba Hardware Setup	169
The Toshiba Rotation Utility	170
Cross Menu Utility	174
TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility	176
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility	177
TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format	178
TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility	179
Chapter 7: Keeping Your Files Safe	181
Using passwords in the Windows ® operating system	181
User-level passwords	182
Setting a user-level password	182
Disabling the user-level password	183
Using the power-on (user-level) password	184
Using the instant (user-level) password	184
Using the HDD password	184
Setting a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup	185
Deleting or changing a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup	186
Setting a hard disk drive master and user password in System Setup	187
Changing the master and user passwords in System Setup	189
Deleting the hard disk drive master and user passwords in the System Setup	190
Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong	191
Problems that are easy to fix	191
Problems when you turn on the computer	193
The Windows ® operating system is not working	195
Using Startup options to fix problems	196
Internet problems	197
The Windows® XP operating system can help you	197
Resolving a hardware conflict	198
A plan of action	198
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own	199
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	200
Memory problems	202
Power and the batteries	203
Keyboard problems	205
Display problems	206
Disk drive problems	208
DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems	211
Sound system problems	212
PC Card problems	212
Printer problems	216
Modem problems	217
Wireless networking problems	218
DVD operating problems	221
Develop good computing habits	224
Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP	225
If you need further assistance	231
Before you contact Toshiba	231
Contacting Toshiba	232
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	233
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	233
Appendix A: Hot Keys	235
Volume Mute	235
Password security	236
Without a password	236
With a password	236
Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged	237
Power usage mode	238
Standby mode	238
Hibernation mode	239
Display modes	240
Display brightness	240
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	241
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	241
Keyboard hot keys	242
Zooming applications in/out	242
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	243
Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer	244
Getting Started	245
Starting ConfigFree	245
ConfigFree Utilities	247
Connectivity Doctor	247
Search for Wireless Devices	250
Profile Settings	255
ConfigFree SUMMIT	259
Quick Connect	263
Using the Automatic Switch	266
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature	266
Glossary	268