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Satellite® 1410/1415 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: InTouch® Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see Chapter 8 on page 206 in this guide. TOSHIBA C6624-1202M3 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 2
failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 3
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 4
Contact: Toshiba America Canada. FCC Requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. Installation When you are ready to install of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 5
to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba. Disconnection If - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 6
may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to or electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's Ringer Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 7
problem, immediately turn off either one of your BluetoothTM or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on web site http://www.toshiba Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 8
the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 9
9 België/ Belgique: Deutschland: For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed. 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 required for private usage - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 10
with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless to Radio Frequency Radiation The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 11
below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 12
less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400MHz to 2,483.5MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 13
-1MPC 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. Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 14
power of the BluetoothTM Card from Toshiba is far below FCC radio frequency drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 15
classified as a "CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT." To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest "AUTHORIZED service station." To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 16
MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Trademarks Satellite, Noteworthy, SelectServ, InTouch, and Fn-esse are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba -Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance. TouchPad is a - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 17
17 Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba under license. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury. Disposal - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 18
Contents Introduction 27 This guide 27 Safety icons 28 Other icons used 29 Other documentation 29 Service options 30 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 31 Making sure you have everything 31 Front with the display closed 32 Back 33 Right side 34 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 19
49 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 50 Adding external devices 50 Installing additional memory (optional 51 Connecting a mouse 61 Connecting an external diskette drive 62 Using an external keyboard 62 Connecting to a power source 63 Charging the battery 65 Using the computer for - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 20
85 TOSHIBA Console button 85 Starting a program 86 Saving your work 86 Printing your work 87 Using diskettes 88 Inserting and removing diskettes 89 Caring for diskettes 89 Backing up your files 90 Copying to a diskette 90 Playing a CD or DVD 91 Drive components - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 21
Computing 122 Toshiba's energy-saver design 122 Running the computer on battery power 122 Using additional batteries 123 Battery safety precautions 123 Maximizing battery life 124 Charging batteries 126 Charging the main battery 126 Charging the RTC battery 127 Monitoring battery power 127 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 22
battery 131 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 131 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 132 Inserting a charged battery 133 Disposing of used batteries Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver 157 Lesson 11: Setting the date and time 159 Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 23
your computer to a network ....... 177 Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray 178 An overview Service Providers 179 Connecting to the Internet using a telephone line 180 Surfing the Internet 180 Internet features 181 Uploading and downloading files from the Internet 181 Toshiba - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 24
PC Card supporting software 187 Inserting PC Cards 188 Removing PC Cards 189 Hot swapping 189 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 191 TOSHIBA Accessibility 191 TOSHIBA Button Controls 202 Toshiba Hardware Setup 203 Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong 206 Problems that are easy to fix 206 Problems - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 25
Manager .......... 214 Memory module problems 216 Power and the batteries 217 Keyboard problems 218 Display problems 219 Disk drive problems 221 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems.. 223 Sound system problems 224 PC Card problems 224 Printer problems 227 Modem problems 228 Develop good - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 26
26 Contents Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 243 Keyboard hot keys 243 Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors 244 USA and Canada 244 United Kingdom 244 Australia 244 Europe 244 Glossary 245 Index 261 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 27
powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany exciting features and easy Internet access. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 28
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows: DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 29
documentation: ❖ This electronic version of the user's guide. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery CDs. ❖ For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. ❖ The Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 30
30 Introduction Service options Service options Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ® warranty programs. For more information, visit Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 206. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 31
Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 32
32 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed System indicator panel Volume control dial Display latch CD/DVD control buttons Microphone in jack Headphone out The lights on the system indicator panel provide information about various system functions. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 33
plug in the AC adapter. The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area Ether network using an Ethernet link. The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 34
eject button enables you to remove diskettes from the drive (for systems with a diskette drive). The wireless antenna on-off switch turns the computer's wireless antenna on or off. The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive enables you to play high-resolution, full-screen videos at up to 30 frames per - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 35
drive tray when the computer is turned on. The manual eject button enables you to open the drive tray when the computer is off. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual Card slots PC Card Battery release latch eject buttons The stacked PC Card slots support up to two Type II PC - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 36
the battery cover to the computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the computer case. Front with the display open Internet button Power button Speaker Function keys TouchPad LCD sensor System indicator panel Volume control dial Headphone out Microphone in jack Screen TOSHIBA Console - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 37
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 37 The stereo speakers let you hear sounds, such as system alarms associated with your software, and music from DVDROMs and audio CDs. The function keys, when used with the Fn key, activate several different system functions. For more information - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 38
various keyboard functions. For details, see "Keyboard indicator lights" on page 38. The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions. See "TOSHIBA Console" on page 197. The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images. For more information - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 39
function is on. For more information, see "Overlay keys" on page 83. System indicator panel On/off light AC power light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disk/disc activity light The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source. The on/off light glows - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 40
mode Previous track Digital audio mode The CD/DVD mode button allows you to play CDs or DVDs in the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. The Digital audio mode button allows you to play digital audio files. The previous track button returns the disc player to the preceding track on - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 41
CD or DVD. Underside *Wi-Fi Mini PCI cover Expansion memory slot cover Modem cover Battery cover Hard disk drive cover *Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is optional Battery release latch The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card for wireless networking (for systems with Wi-Fi). See "Accessing - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 42
the computer case. The battery cover provides access to the battery module, which lets you use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available. For information about replacing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 131. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 43
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes 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 Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 44
from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider. Keeping to type without twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen without slouching. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 45
display should be no higher than eye level. ❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the screen. Seating and posture When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 46
so that it supports the lower curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare. ❖ Avoid placing - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 47
after several hours. ❖ Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods. Intersperse such activities with other tasks. ❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 48
instability in its operation. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for the computer if a drive-in-use light indicates a drive is active. Turning off ROM or DVD discs, email, or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 49
To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See "Connecting to a power source" on 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 to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 50
may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the Toshiba Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your Toshiba Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 51
❖ Install PC Cards (see "Using PC Cards" on page 187) Installing additional memory (optional) CAUTION: Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 52
. 1. The computer is turned on. 2. The computer was shut down using Standby mode. 3. Power to the DVD-ROM drive has been turned on. CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM drive power is on. 1 If the computer is on, turn it off. See "Turn Off or Shut down command - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 53
Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) 53 Expansion memory slot cover Underside of the computer NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver. 4 Locate the expansion memory slot cover and remove the screw that secures the cover. Removing the expansion memory slot cover screw - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 54
module, be careful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer). 7 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. 8 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the slot at a slight angle - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 55
module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Replace the memory slot cover. 11 Replace the screw and tighten it. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed. You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 56
hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature before you replace them. 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 51. CAUTIONS: Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device. Do not - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 57
the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 4 Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12 in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 51. Checking total memory When you add or remove memory, you can check that the computer has recognized the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 58
properly, as described in steps 8 and 9 of "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 51. Connecting a mouse You may want to one from a computer or electronics store. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a USB printer to your computer. Connecting a parallel printer - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 59
you turn on the computer. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for connecting a parallel printer to your computer. Using external attach an external monitor or television to your computer if you need a larger screen. Once you've connected an external display device, you can choose to use - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 60
60 Getting Started Using external display devices Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you've connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 61
the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher. Display and your system is set for a higher resolution, only part of the desktop will appear on the screen. You can view the "lost" area by scrolling to Adapter tab, click List all modes. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 62
drive, you can attach an external USB diskette drive to use diskettes with your computer. These drives hold 3.5-inch diskettes. Sample external USB diskette drive To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the drive . NOTE: The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB keyboard. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 63
, or to charge the computer's battery. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 64
64 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the computer. Connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 65
of electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Charging the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it. Connect the computer to a live power outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. The - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 66
beyond the point where it moves easily. Never lift or move the computer using the display panel. Turning on the power 1 Check that all the drives are empty. On 2 Turn on the computer by pressing the power button, located above the keyboard, until the on/off light changes to green. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 67
unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see "Monitoring battery power" on page 127. The hard disk drive light flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use. CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 68
. To activate the power-on password: 1 Press the TOSHIBA Console button. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. For more information see "TOSHIBA Console" on page 197. 2 Click Security. 3 Click User password. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. The password requirement becomes active the next time - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 69
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 69 Important information on your computer's built-in LCD sensor Your computer has a built-in LCD (liquid crystal display) sensor located near the left-hand corner of the palm rest. When the computer is on, the LCD sensor detects when the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 70
is closed, a magnetic object in the area of the front-left corner of the computer can cause the display panel screen to go blank. Moving the magnetic object away reactivates the screen. Using the TouchPad The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 71
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 71 Once you've positioned your cursor, you can select an object on the display screen by double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. For more on the TouchPad, see "Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together" on - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 72
72 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Mouse Properties window 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. You can - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 73
for the model of printer that is connected to your computer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer guide, or by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. If you plan to set up a printer later, close or cancel the Add Printer Wizard - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 74
74 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click the Printers and Faxes icon. The Printers and Faxes window appears. Sample Printers and Faxes window - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 75
Started Setting up the fax function 75 4 Click Add a printer. The Add Printer Wizard window appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard 5 Follow the on-screen instructions. HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference. Setting up - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 76
up the fax function 2 Click the Set up faxing option. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. The fax function default setting is enabled. If it is disabled, enable the fax , repeat steps 1-4. But, under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR, select Receive and then select Disable. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 77
though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. When the main battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged. Guidelines for powering off the computer: command if you are not. ❖ When the hard disk drive light on the system indicator panel is on, don't turn off the power. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 78
even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive-in-use lights stop flashing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or through Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. Using a computer lock You may want to - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 79
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 security lock slot located on the right side of the computer, then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 80
your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all battery is running low. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 130. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you can turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 81
your files to diskettes (or other removable storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may 2 PgDn 3 + Ins 0 Del / Alt (Alternate) key Fn key Ctrl (Control) key Character keys Parts of the keyboard - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 82
keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖ The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable. ❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 83
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 83 Windows® special keys Application key Windows® logo key Windows® special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system: ❖ The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu. ❖ The Application key has the same function as - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode keyboard indicator light glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 85
emulate a full-size keyboard. For further information and instructions, see "Assigning a key to a program or document" on page 194. NOTE: The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB keyboard. TOSHIBA Console button The TOSHIBA Console button provides quick access to some common functions - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 86
to program the button, see "TOSHIBA Console" on page 197. for the Windows® XP operating system gives step-by-step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu. See "Lesson you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 87
Learning the Basics Printing your work 87 To save: ❖ A file you are updating, open the program's File menu and click Save. ❖ A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the file, and click OK. HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 88
OK or Print to print. Using diskettes A 3.5-inch diskette drive (for systems with a diskette drive) lets you use high-density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage. Diskette drive LED Sample diskette drive Eject button The diskette drive LED flashes while the drive is being accessed. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 89
diskettes 89 Inserting and removing diskettes 1 Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive. 2 Push the diskette gently into the drive slot. When the diskette is in place, the eject button pops out. To release a diskette from the drive, push the eject button - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 90
files means copying individual files to a diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive, or to your network partition. Copying to a diskette 1 Insert a diskette into the diskette drive. 2 Click Start. The Start menu appears. 3 Click My Computer. The My - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 91
support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen recommended that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power. You use CD-ROMs to load and has a multi-function drive, you can also write files (including music) to a CD-Recordable ( - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 92
computer and can be accessed when the display panel is closed or open. Components DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Manual Eject button eject button Sample DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Use the eject button to open the disc tray. This button requires power to operate. CAUTION: Never press the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 93
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 93 The manual eject button allows you to manually open the disc tray when power to the computer and the drive is off. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 94
audio mode. CD /DVD mode Digital audio mode Power is off If an audio CD is in the The operating system and you drive, the system enters starts, the Toshiba Media press Play/ CD player mode and oper- Player starts and the Pause ates as a stand-alone CD digital audio files begin - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 95
CD or DVD 95 CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM drive power is on. Inserting a disc WARNING: Before playing is turned on, press the eject button on the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. Eject button The disc tray partially opens. CAUTION: To avoid damaging a disc - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 96
could lose data. 4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up. Inserting a disc CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the drive's lens (located underneath the drive's spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 97
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 97 5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks into place. Spindle Disc Correct position Incorrect position Incorrect position Positioning the disc on the spindle CAUTION: Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 98
98 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK. Sample Audio CD window The Windows Media Player window appears. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 99
Fast forward Play Volume Stop control Previous track Next track Mute Sample Windows MediaTM Player screen Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require a lot of - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 100
tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked. Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 101
bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface of a disc can prevent the drive from reading the data properly. ❖ Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold. ❖ To clean a disc, wipe it from the center outwards - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 102
computer comes with a built-in modem and a built-in Ethernet LAN adapter. To use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice- FCC limitations, speeds of 53 kbps are the maximum permissible rates during downloads. Actual data transmission speeds will vary depending on line conditions. 1 Attach - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 103
Web site at toshiba.com. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network locally or remotely. ❖ Locally, using the built-in Ethernet LAN adapter by connecting it click Network Setup Wizard. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. The computer connects with the network. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 104
❖ Hibernation, which saves the current operating state to the hard disk and powers off the computer ❖ Standby, which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode ❖ Restart, which restarts the ❖ Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 105
power than the Turn Off or Shut down option. But it uses a little more time and battery power to start up than the Standby mode, because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from memory. ❖ On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, and opens - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 106
a powersaving mode. Standby stores the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from lose data. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off, Shut down or Hibernation. ❖ On restarting, the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 107
107 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down Sample Turn off computer window 2 Click Turn Off. The computer turns itself off. If you are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are a member of a domain, power off the computer as follows: 1 Click the Start button, then Shut down. The - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 108
appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See "TOSHIBA Console" on page 197 or "Power Management" on - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 109
109 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 4 Select the listed power option you desire-for example, Normal in the "Running on batteries" section. 5 Click Details in the same section as the power option you selected. If you selected Normal, you would click Details in the "Running on - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 110
power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. 10 Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window. 11 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down To - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 111
appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See "TOSHIBA Console" on page 197 or "Power Management" on - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 112
Hibernate tab, then click the Enable hibernate support check box. 5 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the saves the state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk. Then the computer turns itself off. If you are using the Windows® - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 113
from the drop-down list of options. 3 Click OK. The computer saves the state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk. Then the computer turns itself off. Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode in three ways - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 114
window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See "TOSHIBA Console" on page 197 or "Power Management" on page 199. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button. 5 Click - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 115
115 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation Sample Normal Power Properties window 6 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 116
. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. 9 Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window. 10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Starting again from Hibernation To start the computer - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 117
Turn off computer window appears. Sample Turn off computer window 2 Click Stand By. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light ( ) blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode. If you - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 118
Click OK. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off Standby mode. NOTE: If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 119
. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See "TOSHIBA Console" on page 197 or "Power Management" on page 199. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section. The Normal Power Properties - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 120
120 Learning the Basics Using Standby Sample Normal Power Properties window 6 Select Standby for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 121
power. ❖ Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power. 9 Click OK to close the Normal Power Properties window. 10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Starting again from Standby To start the computer - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 122
all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low- battery power The computer contains a removable lithium ion (Li-ion) high-capacity battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times. Battery - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 123
the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station for an extended period, more than a month, the battery may fail to retain a charge. It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the battery light may not indicate a low - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 124
At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below: 1 Turn off the computer's power. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer's power. If it does not turn on, go to - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 125
their use. ❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended period (more than one month) remove the battery. ❖ Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life. ❖ If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 126
Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at toshiba.com. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 127
enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the realtime clock. The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored. Monitoring battery power The battery light indicates the main - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 128
window appears. You can also access the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window by using the TOSHIBA Console button. See "TOSHIBA Console" on page 197 or "Power Management" on page 199. 4 Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the Running on Batteries section, click Details. 5 Click the Power - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 129
an external monitor ❖ How much you use the hard disk and other drives ❖ Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power, such as a PC Card ❖ Where you are working-since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba's power-saving options greatly increase the length of - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 130
mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down. Setting battery alarms Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. You can set multiple alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert you when - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 131
Do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack. Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. Data in memory will be lost. Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 132
advice in "Disposing of used batteries safely" on page 134. CAUTION: For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery. Please return spent batteries to your Toshiba dealer. Removing the battery from the battery cover 1 Position the battery cover with the battery facing up. 2 Press the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 133
down command" on page 104. 2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 131. 3 Release the battery from the battery cover. See "Removing the battery from the battery cover" on page 132. 4 Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 134
the computer case. 10 Turn the computer right side up. 11 Reconnect any cables you removed. 12 Turn on the computer. Disposing of used batteries safely You can recharge a battery many times. When the battery needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 135
all provide plenty of extra space for guides, power cables, compact discs and diskettes. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information, or visit toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 136
, refer to the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system documentation that came with your computer. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. However, the differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 137
137 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 138
its location in a window to the desktop area. Among the icons on your desktop are the following: Toshiba Access-Opens a window with links to software updates, services and support, and other important benefits. Recycle Bin-Holds files you've deleted using Windows Explorer. You may retrieve these - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 139
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Search for files ❖ Access Windows® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system activity and turn off the computer For more information on starting programs, see "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on page 148 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 140
one file cabinet, just as your computer may have more than one disk drive. Computers can be connected together to form a network, so that programs, documents to the TouchPad, which is your basic tool for moving around the screen. This lesson lets you practice using the TouchPad and control buttons - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 141
left button) of the adjoining control buttons to open the Start menu. NOTE: In this guide, the term "click" refers to the primary button, which is usually the left one. Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically mention that button. For example, "click the secondary button." 2 Click - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 142
the upper-right corner of this window. The My Computer window is closed. 7 Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and, while holding down the primary button, use the TouchPad to drag the cursor to the right edge of the desktop, then release the primary - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 143
143 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together Start button Taskbar System tray Sample desktop with the taskbar on the right HINT: You can move the taskbar to any of the desktop's four edges. 8 Click the taskbar once again and drag it - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 144
menu again. The check mark should be gone, indicating the lock has been removed. Follow the same steps to lock the taskbar. You can also lock and and from the taskbar. The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The most common way to open a Web page is by typing - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 145
145 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document 2 On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click Address Bar. The operating system displays the address bar. It indicates that you are in "My Computer." Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 146
146 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document 4 Double-click the My New Doc icon. The operating system opens the new document in Notepad-the text editor built into the operating system. Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens, there is a new - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 147
area where you can store documents and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a file cabinet. In this case, a disk drive in the computer is the file cabinet. The operating system stores documents and programs in folders. It even stores other folders in folders. In this - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 148
148 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs 7 Close the window by clicking its Close button and continue with the next lesson to learn how to start programs. Lesson 6: Starting programs Usually, you will know which program you want to use for a particular task. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 149
® Explorer, which provides access to all your computer's resources. For example, it lets you see all the files in a particular folder on the computer's hard disk. Sample Windows® Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it-one for Paint and one for Windows® Explorer. 4 Click the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 150
you have followed the lessons in this chapter, you now have a screen with several program windows open. You can organize these windows by resizing more than one window at a time. You can also hide windows by removing them from the desktop without actually closing your document or program. This lesson - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 151
151 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Using the taskbar If you have applications open on the desktop, you can rearrange them by pointing to the applications' button on the taskbar through use of the TouchPad and clicking the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 152
repositioning, and hiding windows The Paint window expands to fill the screen, hiding everything except the taskbar. Notice that the Maximize button you are only using that program and do not want any distractions on the screen. Resizing and moving windows 1 Click the Restore Down button in the top- - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 153
close the programs: 1 Click the Close button at the top-right of the Explorer window. That is all there is to it. Windows® Explorer closes, removing the Explorer button from the taskbar as well. 2 Close Paint and the My Computer window (assuming it is still open) by clicking the Close buttons - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 154
154 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts By adding shortcuts to your desktop, you can open programs or files with the click of a button. You will probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently. This - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 155
155 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts 4 Type Calculator and click Finish. The operating system displays the new shortcut on your desktop. Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Use this method when you don't know the name and location of the program file - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 156
: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet. 2 Click All files and folders. 3 Type char in the text box labeled: In all or part of the file name. The operating system displays a list of all the files with "char" in their names. 4 Click the Character Map file with the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 157
Map is a useful tool when you want to add a special character to a document. Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver The Windows® XP operating system treats all windows, icons, programs, drives, etc. as self-contained objects, each with its own set of properties (such as size, position onscreen, and - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 158
Saver tab. 4 Click the arrow beside the current option-probably "(None)" -to open the screen saver list box. 5 Scroll through the screen saver options by clicking the scroll arrows in the list box. 6 Try a screen saver pattern by clicking a name in the list box. The operating system displays your - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 159
159 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 11: Setting the date and time You can view any object's properties by clicking the object with the secondary button, then choosing Properties from the shortcut menu that appears. The next lesson explains how to set two other properties-the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 160
Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Sample Date and Time box, and set your time zone. 7 Click OK. 8 Close the Control Panel. Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Earlier in this tutorial, you created a new icon on the desktop. Since everything - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 161
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop 1 Click the New Folder icon you on the Recycle Bin are listed. Sample Recycle Bin window 4 To completely remove an object, select it, and then click File, Delete. The Confirm File Delete window appears. 5 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 162
moved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on the hard disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin. Lesson 13: Using System event that your hardware or software causes your computer to malfunction, you can remove the offending item(s) and restore the system to the state it was in - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 163
do? Sample System Restore welcome screen The Windows® XP operating system guides you through the process of storing your system settings for future use. It also guides you through restoring your system to F1, otherwise click Start, then click Help and Support. The operating system opens the Help and - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 164
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? 2 If you do not see the index, click index. Help and Support displays the Index. Sample Help and Support Index The left side of the screen contains the index. The text box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets you type in a topic - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 165
under the category drawings, there is a subcategory: creating using Paint. 4 Highlight creating using Paint, then click Display. Help opens a topic screen that, in the window's right pane, gives a brief description of Paint and provides different ways for accessing the program, including through use - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 166
15: Turning off your computer To start the tour: 1 Click Start, then click Tour Windows XP The Windows XP Tour window appears. 2 Follow the instructions. Sample Windows XP Tour window Lesson 15: Turning off your computer It is very important that you let the operating system turn off your computer - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 167
New system file protection ❖ A system restore function, allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode ❖ An improved help center, support automation, and automatic Windows® operating system update ❖ Wizards to simplify setting up your home network ❖ Ability to share one Internet connection - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 168
168 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work. You can customize the following aspects of the desktop: ❖ Taskbar - which resources to display - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 169
, Windows® Explorer, or Internet Explorer. For more information about changing your desktop style, enter Desktop on the Index tab in Help and Support. Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window appears. 2 Select the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 170
, game scores, stock prices, or headlines - all in the window of your choice. To display a Web page in an individual window: 1 Click Start, Help and Support. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Type Active Desktop in the search field. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 171
171 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 3 Click the Add Web content to your desktop link. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window. As you browse, the operating system detects the kind - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 172
172 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop The elements you can add to the top of the window are: Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages, programs, folders, or documents. By default, the address bar shows your current location, and whether it is a folder or a Web page - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 173
, then click OK. Helpful information on how to use the folders appears on one side of the window. Sample folder with how-to information To remove the informational boxes: 1 In the Tools menu, select Folders Options. The Folders Options box appears. 2 In the Tasks section, click the button for Use - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 174
174 Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard and an external mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. An external monitor connects to the RGB ( - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 175
another computer. 7 Choose the appropriate role for your computer: ❖ Guest ❖ Host 8 Follow the on-screen instructions. Setting up for communications In order to connect to the Internet, use an online service, or access a network through a dial-up connection, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 176
to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you're having trouble connecting through properly. 7 If the modem isn't working properly, click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions. 8 Click OK to close the Properties box, then the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 177
click New Connection Wizard. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. The computer connects to the network. Setting up a wireless connection For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or contact your Toshiba Authorized Service Provider. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 178
wireless modules using your system tray This information applies to systems with the optional Wi-Fi Mini PCI module. NOTE: To install the Wi-Fi option at a later time, contact your Toshiba Authorized Service remove the module from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Authorized Service - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 179
using the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from the Internet For more information about the information. Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). , or satellite links. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 180
Connecting to the Internet using a telephone line To connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A modem ❖ A Web browser ❖ A telephone line ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you have established an ISP account, you can access the Internet. 1 Connect your computer's modem to a telephone line - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 181
in groups, by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens. ❖ Internet news groups A news group is similar to a chat room, shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 182
questions, and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more information, see "Contacting Toshiba" on page 231. Exploring video features Your computer's video features enable you to view Windows® presentations or DVD movies either on the computer screen (display panel or external monitor) or on - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 183
option. Sample display options window The picture will automatically display on the TV screen. 4 If a movie is already playing, turn it off and repeat step function tray. 2 Place the DVD in the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive. 3 Launch WinDVD and press the Play button. Exploring audio features You - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 184
184 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones or external speakers. Recording sounds You can make audio recordings and save them as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone in jack and using the Sound - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 185
185 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Positioning bar Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone. NOTE: You can only record 60 seconds at a time. 4 When you have finished recording, click - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 186
sound files through external speakers or headphones: 1 Locate the headphone out on the computer. Attaching a headphone or speaker cable 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone out. The headphone out requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 187
two stacked PC Card slots and supports two types of PC Cards, known as types II and III: ❖ A Type II card is typically used for memory storage, as a network card, and so on. You can install two Type II cards. ❖ A Type III card is used for removable hard disks and other functions that require - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 188
188 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards Inserting PC Cards Inserting a PC Card 1 If your PC Card does not support hot swapping, save your data and turn off the computer before inserting the PC Card. For more information, see "Hot swapping" on page 189. 2 Hold - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 189
card. 3 Press the PC Card eject button next to the PC Card slot in use. Ejecting a PC Card 4 Remove the PC Card and store it properly. Hot swapping One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 190
Computer Systems Interface. A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect several SCSI devices, such as a scanner or digital camera to your computer. Before removing a PC Card, shut it down by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. Once the PC Card has stopped, you can safely - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 191
options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter: ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ Hotkey utility ❖ Toshiba Console ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 192
function. To open Accessibility: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Select Toshiba Utilities, then select Accessibility. The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 3 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. Sample TOSHIBA Accessibility window 4 Put a check mark next to the desired option. 5 Click Apply - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 193
193 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse and folders from within any program without using the a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse To access Fn-esse, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse keyboard The keys are color-coded as follows: - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 194
194 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list To assign a key to a program or document: 1 Start both Fn-esse and Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 195
195 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Using the keyboard or TouchPad To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 Perform one of the following: ❖ Using - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 196
. To view items in a popup list, click the Expand popup lists check box. Changing or removing existing key assignments 1 In the Fn-esse keyboard, click the key you wish to change with Fn + F4]. To activate the utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and then click Hotkey utility. The - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 197
Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. You can normally access the TOSHIBA Console in two ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button located above the F6 key on your keyboard. ❖ Use the Start menu. If you use the latter, do the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 198
Customize Your Computer ❖ Security Customize Your Computer The features available in this category are: ❖ Power Management (See "Power Management" on page 199.) ❖ TOSHIBA Button Controls (See "TOSHIBA Button Controls" on page 202.) ❖ Mouse (properties) ❖ Hotkey assignment (See "Fn-esse" on page 192 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 199
Console Security The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password Power Management The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer's power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 200
200 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Save Modes tab shows the power usage modes for both AC power ("Plugged in") and battery power (Running on batteries"). You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized mode. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 201
201 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The windows and settings for creating and customizing battery power modes are described in the following sections. Running on batteries section The preset modes are: ❖ Long Life ❖ Normal ❖ High Power ❖ DVD Playback ❖ Presentation Although you can change the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 202
to the mode in the Power Saver Properties window. You can change the name here if you wish. TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOSHIBA Button Controls allow you to enable or disable the TOSHIBA Console and Internet buttons and the programs associated with them. Those buttons are located just above the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 203
2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Check the boxes for the TOSHIBA Console button and/ or the Internet button. 4 Under Select a Program, make the desired selections. 5 Click Apply, then click OK. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access it: In the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 204
204 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system. You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button, then quickly - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 205
USB Legacy Emulation. ❖ LAN - Lets you enable or disable LAN features. ❖ General - Shows the BIOS version, and allows you to set BIOS defaults. ❖ Password - Allows you to set or reset a user password for the power-on process and for instant security. ❖ Device Config - Shows the Device configuration - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 206
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 Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 207
program name, then End Task. 5 Turn off your computer according to the instructions in "Turn Off or Shut down command" on page 104. Your program performs displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 208
it when you contact the software manufacturer. 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 adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold down the power button - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 209
hours. For more information, see "Power and the batteries" on page 217. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. Make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive (for systems with a diskette drive). If there is one, remove it and press any key to continue. If pressing - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 210
screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these problems settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 211
. Try again later. The Windows® XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly, but you still have a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help and - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 212
-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 213
drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer's Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer's memory in memory called the Direct Memory Access (DMA). The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 214
214. ❖ 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. CAUTION: Changing - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 215
the monitor, DVD-ROM, multi-function and diskette drive, and other power-using functions. ❖ The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. A Troubleshooting button is also present. Click troubleshooting. A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 216
in "Turn Off or Shut down command" on page 104. 2 Remove the memory module, following the instructions in "Removing a memory module" on page 56. 3 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 51, and making sure it is seated properly - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 217
working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance. The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 218
memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display set to turn off automatically? Was the battery and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 219
Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 220
tab. 3 Change the Colors option and click OK. For more information, see Windows® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 221
displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work on your computer display. Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive (for systems with a diskette drive) usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 222
6 Click Start. Error-checking runs the test. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, drive. You may already have a diskette in the drive (for systems with a diskette drive). Make sure the drive - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 223
the first diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions, see "Disk drive problems" on page 221). DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the drive tray has closed properly. Press - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 224
Recording Control Utility (default Off), or the Mute feature in the Mixer Utility (default Enabled), may cause feedback. Revert to the default settings. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 225
with the PC Card. Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card. If your system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 226
about your PC Card configuration and status. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. Remove the PC Card. If removing the PC Card doesn't resolve the problem, try restarting the computer. If the computer still doesn't work, contact the PC Card's manufacturer. Hot swapping - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 227
Card. Refer to the PC Card documentation. Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. For more information, see "Using PC Cards should contain a troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 228
a hardware conflict Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page resolve the problem, contact the printer's manufacturer. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Many programs display information on the screen differently from the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 229
the modem guide for 80 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette, following the steps in "Saving your work" on page 86. ❖ Copy files to your network partition. ❖ Connect a tape drive - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 230
. Before you call Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before contacting Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 231
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 assistance. ❖ Consult your network administrator. ❖ Consult the dealer or authorized Toshiba representative from - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 232
the problem occurred. ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred. For technical support, call the Toshiba InTouch Center: ❖ Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 ❖ Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 233
Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street Markham, Ontario L3R - 8H2 Canada Denmark Scribona Danmark A/S Naverland 27 DK2600 Glostrup Denmark France Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A. 7, Rue Ampère 92804 Puteaux Cédex France Greece Ideal Electronics S.A. 109 Syngrou Avenue 176 71 Kalithea Athens Greece Ireland - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 234
B.V. Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands Morocco C.B.I. 22 Rue de Béthune Casablanca Morocco Norway Scribona Norge A/S Toshiba PC Service Stalfjaera 20 P.O. Box 51 Kalbakken 0901 OSLO 9 Norway Poland TECHMEX S.A. ul. Partyzantów 71, 43-316 Bielsko-Biala 01-059 Warszawa - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 235
AB Sundbybergsväegen 1 Box 1374 171 27 Solna Sweden United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge KT15 2UL United Kingdom The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D-4-1460 Neuss Germany 235 If Something Goes - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 236
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 237
will make the display's content reappear. The Windows® operating system log-on screen will appear, prompting you for a password. After typing in the password for the current user, press Enter. To activate the password feature: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. 2 Click Appearances and Themes. 3 Click one - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 238
on AC power) your display may reappear automatically after a short time. To protect your desktop, you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature. To set up a password with a screen saver, go to Windows® XP help for instructions: 1 Click Start, Help and Support - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 239
operating system under battery power are: Long Life, Normal, and High Power; DVD Playback and Presentation Sample power usage modes The power usage mode in the Windows®operating system under AC power is Full Power only. The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 240
240 Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode. Click the check box to prevent the message box appearing in future. Sample standby confirmation box ❖ - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 241
241 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. Click the check box to prevent the message box - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 242
242 Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect. Then release the Fn key. NOTE: This hot key does not function while WinDVD is playing. The display modes - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 243
243 Hot Keys Display brightness Display brightness Fn + The Fn + F6 hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + The Fn + F7 hot key increases the screen brightness. Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Fn + This hot key disables or enables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see "Using the - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 244
Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved BS approved Europe VDA approved - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 245
The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 246
read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 247
and translates it into images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector. An intelligent adapter (one that is capable of doing some processing) may also be called a controller. alternating current (AC) - The type of power usually supplied to - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 248
removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged. basic input/output system (BIOS) - See BIOS BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in read-only memory the speed at which information is passed between two devices. The basic measure disk drives to locate - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 249
central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM. CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) - A form of highcapacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 250
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 on the screen. The shape of the cursor varies, depending - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 251
, hard disk. disk drive - The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read/write heads. diskette - A thin, flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data. Diskettes can be removed - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 252
. DVD-ROM (digital versatile disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage medium that , port replicator, docking station, or network adapter. extension - See file extension. external device within a particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name and the file name extension. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 253
symbolized on screen by a graphical 's main memory. Also hard disks that are removable. By 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 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 254
the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping - The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 255
memory for processing. 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 to pass back - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 256
the electron beam scans across and down the screen. Compare interlaced. non-system disk - A to information being read from your own computer's hard disk, such as online documentation or online help modern printers are parallel. Compare serial. password - A unique string of characters entered by - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 257
, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. enables you to move the cursor on the screen. port - A socket on the computer CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a and creation date. R RAM (random access memory) - Volatile memory that can be written - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 258
a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically. restart - Synonymous with reboot. To reset the computer memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 259
MS-DOS® operating system, generally a drive letter followed by a "greater than (USB) - A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to through a modem or network. See also download. URL - URL stands for Uniform Resource problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 260
Fidelity. Wi-Fi is another term for the IEEE 802.11b or 802.11a/b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) - The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 261
AC adapter 63 AC power light 39, 63, 67 Accessories programs 162 adding memory 51 alarms low battery 130 audio CDs playing 91 audio features 183, 184 avoiding injury 44 B battery power 128 removing 131 RTC (real-time clock) 123, 127 setting alarms 130 battery cover 42, 132 latch 36, 42 removing 132 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 262
78 non-system disk or disk error message 209 not accessing disk drives 209 placement 44 protection 43 running on battery power 122 setting up 48 turning on 66 using at the office 174 warning resume failure message 209 work area 43 computing tips 80 connecting AC adapter 63 external monitor 59, 174 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 263
38 properties 158 screen is blank 219 television, connecting 59 display limitations 61 display panel opening 66 displaying folder information 172 disposing of used batteries 134 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 213 double-click 71 downloading 181 DVD-ROM 40, 101 launch WinDVD 183 DVD-ROM drive 34, 91, 183 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 264
264 Index problems 223 removing a disc 100 troubleshooting 215 DVDs 32, 37, 91 playing 183 E email 181 emulating a full-size keyboard 85 environmental considerations 43, 44, 45 ergonomics lighting 46 posture 45 seating guidelines 45 work habits 47 error messages device driver conflict 212 general - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 265
battery 131 memory module 51 Internal mode 221 Internet 179 bookmarked site not found 211 button 36 chat rooms 181 connecting to 180 news groups 181 overview 178 slow connection 211 URL address not found 211 Internet Service 218 Windows special keys 83 L LAN (Local Area Network) adapter 103 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 266
40 diskette activity 88 diskette drive 40 hard disk drive 39, 67 keyboard 38 multi-function drive 40 numeric mode 39 on/off 39 system 37 lock slot 35 M main battery changing 131 recharging 126 removing 131 memory adding 51 problem solving 216 removing 56 memory module inserting 54 microphone in - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 267
104 power-on password 68 precautions 47 presentations viewing on television set 182 previous track button 40 primary control button 37, 71 printer Add Printer Wizard 73 problem solving 227, 228 printing a file 87 problem solving AC power 217 accessing disk drives 209 battery charge doesn't last - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 268
swapping fails 226 not recognized 227 slots appear dead 226 power and batteries 217 printer 227, 228 program not responding 206 program not working properly 222 screen does not look right/flickers 220 system resources 213 trouble prevention 229 URL address not found 211 using Startup options 210 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 269
cable 78 lock slot 35 SelectServ 30 setting battery alarms 130 setting up AC adapter 63 communications 102 computer 43, 48 date and time 159 printer 73 shortcut creating 154 menu 141 Shut down using 106 Shut down command 104 sound .wav files 184 problem solving 224 speakers external 186 stereo 37 - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 270
and time settings 159 changing the screen saver 157 closing programs 153 creating a new folder 147 creating a text file 145 creating shortcuts 154 desktop 137 Help 163, 211 Help and Support 211 opening a Web page 144 problem solving 209 Recycle Bin 160 removing objects 160 resizing or moving windows - Toshiba Satellite 1415 | User Manual - Page 271
tours and tutorials 165 WinDVD 183 wireless features antenna 34 Wi-Fi 178 wireless networking 177, 178 Wizards Add Printer 73 Network Setup 103 New Connection Wizard 177 World Wide Web 179 271 Index
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TOSHIBA
C6624-1202M3
Satellite
®
1410/1415 Series
User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
InTouch
®
Center
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see
Chapter 8
on page 206 in this
guide.