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Mobile Computing 95 Charging batteries To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Maximizing battery life A main battery can be recharged many times. Gradually over time it will lose its ability to hold a charge. To maximize the life of your main battery: Avoid leaving the computer plugged in and unused for more than a few hours. Overcharging the main battery may shorten its life. If you are not going to use the computer for a long period of time, remove the battery. Alternate between batteries if you have a spare. Make sure your computer is turned off or in Hibernation mode when you are replacing the battery. Store spare batteries in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Charging batteries The main battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. You can charge the battery using your computer, or you can use an optional battery charger. CAUTION: Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. 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 through the Toshiba Accessories Catalog. Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer

Section	Page
Introduction	10
This guide	10
Safety icons	11
Other icons used	12
Other documentation	12
Service options	13
Getting To Know Your Computer	14
Chapter 1	15
Finding Your Way Around	16
Making sure you have everything	16
Front with the display closed	17
Back	17
Right side	19
Left side	20
Front with the display open	22
Keyboard indicator panel	24
System indicator panel	25
CD/DVD control buttons	26
Bottom	28
Chapter 2	29
Getting Started	30
Selecting a place to work	30
Creating a computer-friendly environment	30
Keeping yourself comfortable	31
Precautions	35
Setting up your computer	35
Installing additional memory (optional)	36
Removing a memory module	39
Connecting a mouse	39
Connecting a printer	40
Connecting the AC adapter	41
Charging the battery	43
Using the computer for the first time	44
Opening the display panel	44
Turning on the power	45
Using the AccuPoint II pointing device	46
Setting up your software	47
Setting up a printer	49
Using a PS/2 mouse with the AccuPoint II	52
Shutting down the computer	53
Caring for your computer	54
Cleaning the computer	54
Moving the computer	55
Using a computer lock	56
Chapter 3	58
Learning the Basics	59
Computing tips	59
Using the keyboard	60
Character keys	61
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	61
Function keys	62
Windows special keys	62
Overlay keys	63
Starting a program	65
Saving your work	65
Printing your work	66
Using diskettes	67
Inserting and removing diskettes	67
Caring for diskettes	68
Backing up your files	68
Copying to a diskette	69
Playing a CD or DVD	70
Drive components and control buttons	70
CD/DVD control buttons	72
Inserting a disc	73
Playing an audio CD	76
Playing a DVD	77
Playing specific DVD files	78
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD	79
Removing a disc with the computer on	79
Removing a disc with the computer off	80
Caring for CDs and DVDs	80
Using the modem	81
Connecting your computer to a network	82
Setting up for communications	83
Turning off the computer	84
Shut down command	84
Standby command	84
Hibernation command	85
Using Shut down	86
Using Standby	88
Using Hibernation mode	89
Chapter 4	92
Mobile Computing	93
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	93
Running the computer on battery power	94
Using additional battery packs	94
Battery safety precautions	94
Maximizing battery life	95
Charging batteries	95
Charging the main battery	96
Charging the RTC battery	97
Monitoring battery power	97
Determining remaining battery power	98
Conserving battery power	99
What to do when the battery runs low	100
Setting alarms	100
Changing the main battery	101
Removing the battery from the computer	101
Inserting a charged battery	103
Disposing of used batteries safely	105
Chapter 5	106
Getting to Know Windows Millennium Edition	107
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop	108
Finding your way around the desktop	108
Windows Millennium Edition file system	115
Lesson 2: Using the AccuPoint II pointing device	116
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet	119
Exploring the Web Tutorial	119
Lesson 4: Creating a new document	123
Lesson 5: Creating a new folder	125
Lesson 6: Starting programs	126
Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows	129
Using the taskbar	130
Minimizing and maximizing windows	130
Resizing and moving windows	131
Lesson 8: Closing programs and turning off the computer	132
Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts	133
Creating a shortcut to the Calculator	133
Creating a shortcut to the Character Map	135
Lesson 10: Changing the wallpaper	137
Lesson 11: Setting the date and time	139
Lesson 12: Using System Restore	141
Lesson 13: Removing objects from the desktop	142
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?	144
Windows Millennium Edition Help	144
Using the online tours and tutorials	147
Chapter 6	148
Exploring Your Options	149
Windows Millennium Edition special features	149
Personalizing your desktop	150
Customizing the Taskbar	150
Bringing the world to your desktop	151
Changing desktop and browsing style	153
Personalizing individual windows	155
Adding a background to a window	155
Customizing window toolbars	156
Displaying information about each folder	158
Using your computer at the office	159
Exchanging data with another computer	159
Transferring files	159
Getting help transferring files	160
An overview of using the Internet	160
The Internet	161
The World Wide Web	161
Internet Service Providers	161
Connecting to the Internet	162
Surfing the Internet	163
Internet features	163
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet	164
Toshiba’s online resources	164
Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television	165
Playing VideoCDs	166
Recording sounds	167
Using a microphone	167
Adjusting recording quality	168
Using external speakers or headphones	169
Using PC Cards	170
PC Card supporting software	170
Inserting PC Cards	171
Removing PC Cards	172
Hot swapping	173
Emulating a full-size keyboard	174
Technical Reference	176
Chapter 7	177
Toshiba Utilities	178
Fnesse	179
Starting Fnesse	180
Assigning a key to a program or document	180
Viewing existing key assignments	183
Changing or removing existing key assignments	183
Toshiba Hardware Setup	184
Setting the CPU Frequency Mode	186
TSETUP	186
Power Saver	187
Chapter 8	188
DVDExpress™	189
Starting DVDExpress	189
Status display window	190
DVD Player controls	191
Using the DVDExpress shortcuts	195
Accessing the shortcut menu	195
Using DVDExpress options	196
DVDExpress options	196
Region codes	197
Chapter 9	198
If Something Goes Wrong	199
Problems that are easy to fix	199
Problems when you turn on the computer	201
WindowsMillennium Edition is not working	203
Using Startup options to fix problems	204
Internet problems	207
Windows Millennium Edition can help you	208
Resolving a hardware conflict	209
A plan of action	209
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own	210
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	212
Fixing device-related problems	213
Memory card problems	214
Power and the batteries	214
Keyboard problems	216
AccuPoint II problems	217
Display problems	218
Disk drive problems	220
DVD-ROM drive problems	222
Sound system problems	230
PC Card problems	231
Printer problems	234
Modem problems	235
Rebooting your computer from a USB diskette drive	236
Develop good computing habits	237
Using VirtualTech	239
If you need further assistance	240
Before you call	240
Contacting Toshiba	241
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	242
Toshiba's worldwide offices	242
Appendixes	246
Appendix A	247
Hot Keys	248
Appendix B	252
Features and Specifications	253
Appendix C	263
Power Cable Connectors	264
Appendix D	265
Video Modes	266
Glossary	270
Acronyms	270
Terms	272