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88 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Li-ion high-capacity battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times. Battery Notice To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully discharged. Please see "Maximizing battery life" on page 96 for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station (if applicable to your system), for an extended period (more than a month) the battery may fail to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition. In addition, the computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for up to a month while the computer is turned off. NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power. Power management Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.

Section	Page
Satellite® 1200 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	13
Introduction	21
This guide	21
Safety icons	22
Other icons used	23
Other documentation	23
Service options	24
Chapter 1 - Finding Your Way Around	25
Making sure you have everything	25
Front with the display closed	26
Back	27
Right side	28
Left side	29
Front with the display open	30
Indicator panel	31
System indicator panel	32
Underside	33
Chapter 2 - Getting Started	35
Selecting a place to work	35
Creating a computer-friendly environment	35
Keeping yourself comfortable	36
Precautions	39
Setting up your computer	40
Connecting the AC adapter	41
Charging the main and secondary batteries	43
Using the computer for the first time	44
Opening the display panel	44
Turning on the power	45
Using the TouchPad	46
Setting up your software	47
Setting up other devices	49
Installing additional memory (optional)	49
Removing a memory module	52
Connecting a mouse	52
Connecting a printer	53
Setting up a printer	54
Turning off the computer	57
Caring for your computer	58
Cleaning the computer	58
Moving the computer	59
Using a computer lock	59
Chapter 3 - Learning the Basics	61
Computing tips	61
Using the keyboard	62
Character keys	63
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	63
Function keys	63
Windows® special keys	64
Overlay keys	64
Starting a program	66
Saving your work	66
Printing your work	67
Using diskettes	68
Inserting and removing diskettes	68
Caring for diskettes	68
Backing up your files	69
Using your CD or DVD drive	70
DVD-ROM drive components	71
Inserting a disc	72
Playing an audio CD	74
Playing a DVD	75
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD	75
Removing a disc with the computer on	75
Removing a disc with the computer off	76
Caring for CDs and DVDs	76
Setting up for communications	77
Connecting the modem to a phone line	77
Connecting your computer to a network	78
Powering down the computer	78
Turn Off or Shut down command	79
Hibernation command	79
Standby command	80
Using Turn Off or Shut down	81
Turning off more quickly	82
Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down	82
Using Hibernation	83
Starting again from Hibernation mode	85
Using Standby	85
Starting again from Standby	86
Toshiba’s online resources	86
Chapter 4 - Mobile Computing	87
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	87
Running the computer on battery power	88
Power management	88
Charging the battery	89
Charging the RTC battery	90
Monitoring battery power	91
Determining remaining battery power	91
Conserving battery power	92
What to do when the battery runs low	93
Setting battery alarms	93
Changing the main battery	94
Removing the battery from the computer	95
Maximizing battery life	96
Disposing of used batteries safely	97
Traveling tips	98
Chapter 5 - Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System	99
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop	99
Finding your way around the desktop	100
Windows® XP file system	102
Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together	103
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet	106
Lesson 4: Creating a new document	107
Lesson 5: Creating a new folder	109
Lesson 6: Starting programs	110
Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows	112
Using the taskbar	112
Minimizing and maximizing windows	112
Resizing and moving windows	113
Lesson 8: Closing programs	115
Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts	115
Creating a shortcut to the Calculator	115
Creating a shortcut to the Character Map	117
Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver	119
Lesson 11: Setting the date and time	121
Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop	122
Lesson 13: Using System Restore	124
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?	125
Windows® XP Help and Support Center	125
Using the online tours and tutorials	127
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer	128
Chapter 6 - Exploring Your Options	129
Windows® XP special features	129
Personalizing your desktop	130
Customizing the taskbar	130
Bringing the world to your desktop	131
Changing desktop and browsing style	132
Personalizing individual windows	133
Customizing window toolbars	134
Displaying information about each folder	135
Using your computer at the office	136
Setting up for communications	137
Connecting the modem to a telephone line	138
Setting up a dial-up connection	138
Exchanging data with another computer	139
Transferring files using a parallel port connection	139
Getting help transferring files	140
Connecting to the Internet	140
An overview of using the Internet	141
The Internet	141
The World Wide Web	142
Internet Service Providers	142
Signing up with an Internet Service Provider	142
Surfing the Internet	143
Internet features	143
Uploading and downloading files on the Internet	144
Exploring video features	144
Display settings hot key	145
Exploring audio features	146
Recording sounds	146
Using a microphone	146
Adjusting recording settings	147
Using external speakers or headphones	148
Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse	148
Changing the display properties setting	149
Using PC Cards	150
PC Card supporting software	150
Inserting PC Cards	150
Removing PC Cards	151
Hot swapping	152
Chapter 7 - WinDVD	153
Playing DVDs	153
Using the WinDVD toolbar	155
Using the WinDVD status bar	155
Using the WinDVD control panel	156
Using the control panel playback buttons	157
Maximizing the video window	160
Using playlists	160
Creating playlists	161
Loading and playing playlists	162
Resuming normal playback after using playlists	162
Customizing WinDVD	162
Setting general properties	163
Setting audio properties	165
Setting display properties	166
Customizing the control panel	167
Using WinDVD Advanced Features	169
Zooming in	174
Panning	175
Zooming out	175
Adjusting the color balance	175
Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD	176
Getting Help	176
Exiting WinDVD	176
Chapter 8 - If Something Goes Wrong	177
Problems when you turn on the computer	180
The Windows® operating system is not working	181
Using Startup options to fix problems	182
Internet problems	183
The Windows® XP operating system can help you	183
Resolving a hardware conflict	184
A plan of action	184
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own	185
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	186
Memory card problems	188
Power and the batteries	189
Keyboard problems	190
Display problems	191
Disk drive problems	193
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive problems	195
Sound system problems	203
PC Card problems	204
Printer problems	207
Modem problems	208
Develop good computing habits	209
If you need further assistance	210
Before you call	210
Contacting Toshiba	211
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	212
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	213
Appendix A - Hot Keys	217
Instant password security	217
Sound	218
Display modes	218
Keyboard hot keys	218
Appendix B - Power Cable Connectors	219
Glossary	221