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107 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Starting again after Shut down To start the computer up again, press and release the power button. The on/off light changes to green. Using Hibernation mode To power down the computer using the Hibernation option, click Start, Shut Down, select Hibernate, then click OK. Shut Down Windows dialog box The computer saves the state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk, and then powers down completely. Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode by pressing the power button or closing the display panel. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in Power Options in the Control Panel. 1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. 2 In the Control Panel window, double-click the Power Options icon. If the Power Options icon is not present, click View all control panel options on the left side of the panel.

Section	Page
Satellite® 1730/1735/1750/1755 User’s Guide	1
Table of Contents	11
Introduction	19
This guide	19
Safety icons	20
Other icons used	21
Other documentation	21
Service options	22
Chapter 1Finding Your Way Around	23
Making sure you have everything	23
Front with the display closed	24
Front panel controls	24
Back	27
Right side	29
Left side	30
Front with the display open	31
System indicator panel	33
Underside	34
Chapter 2 Getting Started	35
Selecting a place to work	35
Creating a computer-friendly environment	35
Keeping yourself comfortable	36
Precautions	40
Setting up your computer	41
Installing additional memory (optional)	42
Removing a memory module	44
Connecting a mouse	45
Connecting a printer	46
Connecting the AC adapter	47
Charging the battery	49
Using the computer for the first time	50
Opening the display panel	50
Turning on the power	50
Adjusting brightness and contrast	51
Using the AccuPoint II pointing device	52
Setting up your software	53
Setting up a printer	54
Customizing your computer’s settings	57
Turning off the computer	58
Caring for your computer	59
Cleaning the computer	59
Moving the computer	59
Using a computer lock	60
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics	61
Computing tips	61
Using the keyboard	62
Character keys	63
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	63
Function keys	64
Windows special keys	64
Overlay keys	64
Starting a program	66
Using the front panel control buttons in AP mode	66
Programming the front panel control buttons for AP mode	67
Saving your work	69
Printing your work	70
Using diskettes	70
Inserting and removing diskettes	71
Caring for diskettes	71
Backing up your files	72
Copying to a diskette	72
Playing CDs or DVDs	73
Inserting a disc into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive	73
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD	75
Playing audio CDs	76
Playing DVDs	78
Removing a disc	99
Caring for compact discs	100
Setting up for communications	100
Connecting the modem to a telephone line	101
Connecting your computer to a network	101
Powering down the computer	102
Shut down command	102
Hibernation command	103
Standby command	104
Using Shut down	105
Using Hibernation mode	107
Using Standby	108
Chapter 4 Mobile Computing	111
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	111
Managing power usage	112
Running the computer on battery power	113
Using additional battery packs	113
Battery safety precautions	114
Maximizing battery life	114
Charging batteries	115
Charging the main battery	115
Charging the RTC battery	116
Monitoring battery power	117
Determining remaining battery power	117
Conserving battery power	118
What to do when the battery runs low	119
Changing the main battery	121
Removing the battery	121
Inserting a charged battery	122
Disposing of used batteries safely	123
Traveling tips	124
Chapter 5 Getting to Know Windows Millennium Edition	125
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop	126
Finding your way around the desktop	126
Windows Millennium Edition file system	133
Lesson 2: Using the AccuPoint II pointing device	134
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet	136
Exploring the Web Tutorial	137
Lesson 4: Creating a new document	140
Lesson 5: Creating a new folder	142
Lesson 6: Starting programs	143
Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows	145
Using the taskbar	146
Minimizing and maximizing windows	146
Resizing and moving windows	147
Lesson 8: Closing programs	148
Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts	149
Creating a shortcut to the Calculator	149
Creating a shortcut to the Character Map	150
Lesson 10: Changing the screensaver	152
Lesson 11: Setting the date and time	154
Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop	156
Lesson 13: Using System Restore	158
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?	159
Windows Millennium Edition Help	159
Using the online tours and tutorials	161
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer	162
Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options	163
Windows Millennium Edition special features	163
Personalizing your desktop	164
Customizing the taskbar	164
Bringing the world to your desktop	165
Personalizing individual windows	166
Adding a background to a window	166
Customizing window toolbars	167
Using your computer at the office	169
Exchanging data with another computer	169
Transferring files	169
Getting help transferring files	170
Sending a fax	170
An overview of using the Internet	170
The Internet	171
The World Wide Web	171
Internet Service Providers	171
Connecting to the Internet	171
Surfing the Internet	172
Internet features	173
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet	173
Toshiba’s online resources	174
Exploring audio features	174
Recording sounds	174
Using external speakers or headphones	176
Using PC Cards	176
PC Card supporting software	177
Inserting PC Cards	177
Removing PC Cards	178
Hot swapping	179
Emulating a full-size keyboard	180
Chapter 7 If Something Goes Wrong	181
Problems that are easy to fix	181
Problems when you turn on the computer	184
Windows Millennium Edition is not working	185
Using startup options to fix problems	185
Internet problems	188
Windows Millennium Edition can help you	189
Resolving a hardware conflict	190
A plan of action	190
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own	191
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	193
Memory card problems	194
Power problems	195
Keyboard problems	197
AccuPoint II problems	198
Display problems	199
Disk drive problems	201
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive problems	203
Sound system problems	204
PC Card problems	204
Printer problems	208
Modem problems	209
Develop good computing habits	210
Using VirtualTech™	211
If you need further assistance	212
Before you call	212
Contacting Toshiba	213
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	214
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	215
Appendix A: Hot Keys	219
Brightness adjustment	219
Contrast adjustment	219
Instant password security	220
Sound	220
Power-on display	220
Keyboard hot keys	220
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors	221
Glossary	223
Acronyms	223
Terms	225