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Satellite® 5105 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 9 on page 223 in this guide. TOSHIBA C6610-1002M2 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 2
2 Model: Satellite ® 5105 Series Compact Disk-ReWritable The computer system you purchased may include a Compact DiskReWritable (CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 3
used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful port, parallel port, monitor port, video jack, USB port, PS/2® port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 4
4 Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) request. Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 5
problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba sending a message. Instructions for IC CS-03 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 6
may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 7
interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment. Regulatory Information The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 8
FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card in such a manner that human contact during energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 9
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 location. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 10
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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 11
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Trademarks Satellite, Noteworthy, SelectServ, InTouch, and Fn-Esse are registered trademarks, SecureSleep and FreedomWare are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 12
12 Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 13
Contents Introduction 23 This guide 23 Safety icons 24 Other icons used 25 Other documentation 25 Service options 26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 27 Making sure you have everything 27 Front with the display closed 28 Back 29 Right side 30 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 14
14 Contents Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 44 Setting up your computer 45 Installing additional memory (optional 46 Connecting a mouse 50 Connecting a printer 50 Using external display devices 51 Directing the display output when - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 15
15 Contents Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 83 Function keys 83 Windows® special keys 84 Overlay keys 84 Emulating a full-size keyboard 86 TOSHIBA Console button 86 Starting a program 87 Saving your work 87 Printing your work 88 Using diskettes 89 Inserting and removing diskettes 90 Caring for - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 16
Stand By 111 Going into Stand By mode more quickly........ 112 Starting again from Stand By 113 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Using additional batteries 115 Battery safety precautions 115 Maximizing battery life - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 17
objects from the desktop .. 151 Lesson 13: Using System Restore 153 Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do 154 Windows® XP Help and Support 154 Using the Windows® XP tour 156 Lesson 15: Turning off your computer 157 Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options 158 Windows® XP special features 158 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 18
Internet 171 The Internet 171 The World Wide Web 171 Internet Service Providers 172 Connecting to the Internet 172 Surfing the Internet 173 Internet 173 Uploading and downloading files from the Internet 174 Toshiba's online resources 174 Exploring video features 174 Viewing presentations - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 19
19 Contents Using PC Cards 180 PC Card supporting software 181 Inserting PC Cards 181 Removing PC Cards (Secure Digital) card 185 Removing a SD (Secure Digital) card 185 Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 186 TOSHIBA Accessibility 186 Fn-esse 187 Starting Fn-esse 188 Assigning a key to a program - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 20
when you turn on the computer........... 225 The Windows® operating system is not working.. 226 Using Startup options to fix problems 227 Internet problems 228 The Windows® XP operating system can help you 228 Resolving a hardware conflict 229 A plan of action 229 Resolving hardware conflicts - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 21
or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems 239 Sound system problems 247 PC Card problems 247 Printer problems 250 Modem problems 251 Develop good computing habits 252 If you need further assistance 253 Before you call 253 Contacting Toshiba 253 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 255 Appendix A: Hot - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 22
22 Contents Appendix C: Video Modes 268 Your computer's video modes 269 Table 1 Video modes (VGA 269 Table 2 Video modes (XGA 270 Table 3 Video modes (Ultra XGA 272 Glossary 275 Index 291 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 23
® Windows® XP Home operating system or the Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. This guide contains information on both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba computer. For specific information on the software, see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 24
with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most. Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 25
or in the DOCS folder on the C: drive. ❖ Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery CDs. ❖ Toshiba Accessories Information, which lists accessories available from Toshiba and explains how to order them. ❖ The Microsoft® Windows - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 26
26 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 223. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 27
Chapter 1 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 28
28 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display closed Front with the display closed Infrared Optional wireless port antenna on-off switch Display latch On those systems with Wi-FiTM and/or BluetoothTM, the wireless antenna on-off switch turns the computer's wireless - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 29
in jack Video /audio line out jack LAN port Modem port i.LINK port Cooling vents The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 30
30 Finding Your Way Around Right side The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area Ether you don't block the cooling vents. Right side DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive Manual eject button Volume control dial Eject button Microphone in jack Headphone/ S/PDIF Digital Optical out The - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 31
external monaural microphone. Left side SD (Secure Digital) card slot SD (Secure Digital) drive LED Security lock slot Cooling vent RGB (monitor) port USB port PC Card Slots SmartMedia card slot PC Card eject buttons SmartMedia drive LED The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 32
port allows you to connect an external monitor. The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port allows you to connect USB peripherals to your computer. The two stacked PC Card slots support digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. The SmartMedia card slot supports 8 MB (3.3V), 16 MB (3.3V), 32 MB (3.3V), - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 33
with the display open Screen Power button Speaker Function keys Application cPad Launcher button Internet button Keyboard indicator panel Speaker TOSHIBA Console button Keyboard Palm rest Primary control button Sub LCD CD/DVD control buttons System indicator panel Secondary control button - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 34
on the keyboard indicator panel provide information about various keyboard functions. For details, see "Keyboard indicator panel" on page 35. The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions. The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a fullsize keyboard. For more - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 35
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 35 Keyboard indicator panel Cursor control mode light Numeric mode light Caps lock light The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 36
36 Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open System indicator panel AC power Light On/off light Battery light Hard disk drive light Disc/disk activity light The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source. On The on/off light glows green when - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 37
Finding Your Way Around Front with the display open 37 CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons near the display latch are for playing CDs and DVDs. Mode button Next track Previous track Sub LCD Play/pause Stop/eject The mode button enables the user to toggle between two modes: digital mode, - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 38
38 Finding Your Way Around Underside The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. Press the button again to eject the disc. Underside *Optional Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover Subwoofer speaker Modem cover Expansion memory slot cover Battery cover Battery release latch Hard disk drive - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 39
Finding Your Way Around Underside 39 The battery release latch secures the battery cover to the computer, preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case. The hard disk drive cover protects the computer's hard disk drive. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 40
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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 41
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 yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers. With - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 42
42 Getting Started Selecting a place to work ❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 43
Getting Started Selecting a place to work 43 ❖ Adjust the back of your chair 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 many office supply stores. ❖ Sit with your back straight so that - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 44
44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency. ❖ Take - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 45
Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 ❖ Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 46
46 Getting Started Setting up your computer To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet account, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. See "Connecting the modem" on page 104. Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: ❖ Add more memory ❖ - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 47
Getting Started Setting up your computer 47 1 If the computer is on, click Start, Turn Off Computer. The Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Remove the battery. 5 Close the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 48
48 Getting Started Setting up your computer Removing the memory slot cover screws 7 Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 49
memory module CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 11 Replace the memory slot cover. 12 Replace the screws and tighten them. 13 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 50
built-in pointing device. Your computer can accommodate only a USB-compatible mouse. To connect a mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of the computer's USB ports. You can connect it while the computer is on. The operating system automatically detects the mouse. The mouse and cPad can be used at the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 51
monitor to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the left side of the computer. 3 Connect the monitor's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the external monitor. 5 Turn on the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 52
, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher. Display limitations Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to the capabilities of - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 53
USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer's USB ports. For more information about diskettes, see "Using diskettes" on page 89. To connect a keyboard, attach its cable to one of the computer's USB ports. Connecting the AC adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 54
54 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter power light on the computer glows when the device is plugged in. Power cable AC adapter Power cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter. Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter 2 Plug - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 55
power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock. CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power plug when removing - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 56
56 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time For more information on battery use, see "Running the computer on battery power" on page 114. CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 57
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 57 2 If you have a printer connected to your computer, turn on the printer and wait until the printer indicates that it is ready (on line). On 3 Turn on the computer by pressing the power button located above the keyboard. Pressing the power - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 58
. 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 192. 2 Click Security. 3 Click User password. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. The password requirement becomes active the next time you - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 59
and you can try again. If you forget your power-on password and therefore can't turn on your computer, take your computer to a Toshiba authorized service center for help. After the third incorrect password submission, the system automatically shuts down. Using the cPad The cPad is a small, touch - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 60
60 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample cPad in pointing device mode To move the cursor, do the following: ❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your finger forward on the cPad. ❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your finger toward yourself. ❖ - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 61
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 61 To minimize and maximize the active window: ❖ Tap the icon in the top-right corner of the cPad display screen to maximize the window ❖ Tap the icon in the bottom-right corner of the cPad display screen to minimize the window To summon a - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 62
62 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Mouse Properties window 3 Make the desired changes. 4 Click Apply, then OK. Primary and secondary control buttons The control buttons are below the cPad and are used like the buttons on a mouse. The primary control button is the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 63
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 63 Application Launcher button The Application Launcher button is located below the cPad, between the primary and secondary control buttons. It enables you to call up a menu on the cPad display. The menu contains a list of applications ( - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 64
64 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Understanding the cPad display in launch mode Programs ready for launching are represented by an icon on the cPad display. The top row on the display is reserved for program icons comprising the default setting. Sample cPad in application - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 65
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 65 ❖ Signature pad, which allows you to create characters in the cPad display. ❖ Small Display Properties, which allows you to customize cPad display functions. Unlike programs you choose to load on the cPad display for launching, these - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 66
66 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 2 Toggle the input mode button on the cPad display so that it shows either a pencil, if you are going to write with your finger, or "ABC" if you are going to type using the keyboard. 3 Start writing or typing. The moment you write or draw on - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 67
Display Properties window in one of the following ways: 1 Open the Small Display Properties window in one of the following ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double-click the Small Display Properties icon. ❖ With the Application Launcher open, tap the Small Display Properties icon in the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 68
68 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Small Display Properties with Background tab displayed 3 Select a background. 4 The selected background appears in the preview window. 5 Click OK. The new background appears on the cPad display. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 69
Launcher To add programs to the Application Launcher: 1 Open the Small Display Properties window in one of the following ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double-click the Small Display Properties icon. ❖ With the Application Launcher open, tap the Small Display Properties icon in the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 70
70 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Sample Small Display Properties window with Application Launcher tab displayed 2 Click the Add button. The Open window appears with the programs on your computer's desktop. 3 Select the program you want and press the Open button. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 71
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 71 Sample Small Display Properties window with new program highlighted An icon of the selected program appears in the preview window of the Small Display Properties window. 4 Close the Small Display Properties window. The icon has automatically - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 72
the computer for the first time To change icons: 1 Open the Small Display Properties window in one of the following ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double-click the Small Display Properties icon. ❖ With the Application Launcher open, tap the Small Display Properties icon in the cPad - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 73
first time 73 To delete a program from the Launcher: 1 Open the Small Display Properties window in one of the following ways: ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Console button and double-click the Small Display Properties icon. ❖ With the Application Launcher open, tap the Small Display Properties icon in the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 74
through the subjects until you find the one you need. Setting up your software The first time you turn on your computer, the operating system guides you through several essential steps to set up your software. These steps may or may not appear in the following order: - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 75
your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-todate with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at important information from Microsoft. ❖ Sign up for Internet access. This step guides you through signing up for a new Internet account, or assists you - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 76
printer driver 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 manual, or by using the operating system's Add Printer Wizard. If you plan to set up a printer later, click Cancel. Using the Add - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 77
Getting Started Setting up the fax function 77 The Add Printer Wizard window appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard 5 Follow the 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 the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 78
Modem AMR, highlight Receive and click the auto option. To disable the auto-receive function, repeat steps 1-4. But under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem AMR, highlight Receive and click the disable option. Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 79
panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. CAUTION: Keep liquid the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 80
want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable. PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 81
Chapter 3 Learning the Basics This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 82
82 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up 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 lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 83
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 83 Character 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. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 85
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 85 Using the numeric keypad overlay To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 86
specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard. For further information and instructions, see "Assigning a key to a program or document" on page 189. TOSHIBA Console button The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to some common functions. When the default setting is active - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 87
or My Computer to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box The Windows® XP operating system's tutorial chapter gives step-by-step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu. See "Lesson 6: Starting programs" on page 138. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Printing your work 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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 89
Learning the Basics Using diskettes 89 Sample Print dialog box 3 Click OK to print. Using diskettes The 3.5-inch external diskette drive lets you use high-density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage. Diskette activity light Eject button Sample external diskette drive The diskette - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 90
90 Learning the Basics Using diskettes 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 91
Learning the Basics Backing up your files 91 ❖ Never eat, smoke, or use erasers near your diskettes. Foreign particles can damage the diskette's surface. ❖ Keep your diskettes away from sources of magnetism, such as speakers and radios, since these can destroy data. Backing up your files Backing - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 92
/CD-RW drive that can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 93
glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 94
94 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons on the front edge of the computer enable you to play audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on. Mode Previous Next track track Sub LCD Play/Pause - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 95
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 95 ❖ CD/DVD track time ❖ Power messages: Status Display ON Welcome! OFF See you! SUSPEND Zzz... RESET Wake up! ❖ Battery level - the right side of the Sub LCD shows the battery charge level. The play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 96
the drive, the The operating system and you system enters CD player starts, the TOSHIBA press Play/ mode and operates as a MEDIA PLAYER starts Pause stand-alone CD off OS is run- If a CD is in the drive, the TOSHIBA MEDIA ning and Windows MediaTM Player PLAYER starts and Digi- you press starts - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 97
Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 97 Inserting a disc WARNING: Before playing an audio CD or a DVD, turn the volume down. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the volume control dial or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 98
98 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 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 drive to malfunction. 5 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 99
disc tray. Depending on your default setting, your CD player will be either the Windows MediaTM Player or the TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER. For information on how to set the default, please see "TOSHIBA Button Controls" on page 194. To access the Windows MediaTM Player, click Start, then click Windows Media - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 100
Previous playlist Rewind Play Fast forward CD mode Stop Pause Sample TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER 3 Select the CD mode button to enable the CD Play/pause button on the CD Player control panel. Playing a DVD This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVDTM. For information about how to play back a - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 101
101 Learning the Basics Playing a CD or DVD 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 space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You can use Explorer - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 102
or DVD 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 and damage it. 2 Pull the tray fully open - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 103
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive 103 Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive Your computer may come with a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/ CD-RW multifunction drive that allows you to: ❖ Play prerecorded DVDs ❖ Play prerecorded CDs ❖ Read and write - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 104
rates during downloads. Actual data transmission speeds will vary depending on line conditions. 1 Attach one end of a standard RJ11 telephone cable to the modem port on the back of the computer. Connecting the internal modem 2 Plug the other end of the RJ11 telephone cable into the modular jack of - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 105
Click Start and point to All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click Network Setup Wizard. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. The computer connects with the network. Powering down the computer When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 106
106 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer indefinitely. Restoring information from the hard drive takes longer than restoring it from memory. When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the state in which you left it. Factors to - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 107
107 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off ❖ Restarting from Stand By mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn Off or Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. TECHNICAL - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 108
's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 4 In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button, then select the System Power Mode tab. The following screen - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 109
109 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you close the display panel. 6 Click Override - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 110
's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 4 In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button, then select the System Power Mode tab. 5 Select Hibernation - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 111
111 Learning the Basics Using Stand By ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation for the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. 6 Click Override all Modes with settings here. 7 In the Set to range dialog box, do one of the following: ❖ Click DC only for - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 112
's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 4 In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button, then select the System Power Mode tab. 5 Select Stand By for - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 113
113 Learning the Basics Using Stand By ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Stand By for the computer to go into Stand By mode when you close the display panel. 6 Click Override all Modes with settings here. 7 In the Set to range dialog box, do one of the following: ❖ Click DC only for the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 114
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 115
115 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power until the battery is fully discharged. Please see "Maximizing battery life" on page 116 for procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC adapter or a docking station for an extended period, more than - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 116
immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed to - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 117
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 computer into - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 118
118 Mobile Computing Charging batteries charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on. TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery may take longer to charge with many applications open at the same time. The battery may not start charging immediately if - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 119
119 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power To recharge the RTC battery, plug in the computer and leave it turned off for at least 24 hours. NOTE: It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is off. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 120
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 time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to recharge the battery. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 121
121 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs. See "Power Management" - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 122
Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 4 Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Going into Hibernation mode more quickly" on page 110. 3 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 123
123 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Sliding the battery release latch 5 Carefully slide the battery release latch toward the front of the computer. Sliding the battery out 6 With the battery release latch pulled toward you, use the adjacent half-oval finger slot nearby to gently pull the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 124
124 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the battery cover 1 Position the battery cover with the battery facing you. 2 Press the battery cover latches outward. Battery Cover latches Removing the battery from the battery cover 3 Lift the battery from the battery cover. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 125
trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 126
choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 127
Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows® XP operating system by guiding you through a few basic tasks. Whether you have used a Windows®operating system or not, the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 128
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 129
from its location in a window to the desktop area. The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Toshiba Great Software Offer - A service provided by Toshiba that offers additional software. FreedomWareTM - Free offers and discounts on hardware and software for your notebook computer - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 130
System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop ❖ Open recently accessed documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Search for files ❖ Access Windows® Help and Support ❖ Run programs ❖ Suspend system activity and turn off the computer For more information on starting programs, see "Lesson 6: Starting programs - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 131
131 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the cPad and control buttons together Programs, documents, and other data are held in files. These files can be grouped together in folders, and folders can be grouped inside other folders for convenient organizing. All the files - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 132
the left) 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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 133
133 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the cPad and control buttons together Sample My Computer window open 6 Now click the Close button in 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 134
134 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 2: Using the cPad 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 back - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 135
Internet This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a window and from the taskbar. The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Opening a Web page from a window The most common way to open a Web page is by typing a Web address in the address line of - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 136
136 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 4: Creating a new document Sample My Computer window Lesson 4: Creating a new document This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without having to first open a program. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop, then click - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 137
137 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Sample Notepad window Notice that when the document opens, there is a new button on the taskbar that reads New Doc.txt- Notepad (the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space but, if you point to the name, - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 138
138 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs The operating system stores documents and programs in folders. It even stores other folders in folders. In this lesson, you will create a folder in which to store your new document. 1 Move the pointer to an empty area - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 139
139 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 6: Starting programs This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the Start menu, using two of the programs that are built into the operating system: Paint and Windows® Explorer. 1 Click Start, then All Programs. 2 Point to - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 140
140 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Sample Windows Explorer window Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it-one for Paint and one for Windows® Explorer. 4 Click the Paint button on the taskbar. The operating system displays - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 141
141 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size, shape, and position of windows open on the desktop. Close button Maximize button Minimize button Taskbar Sample Windows® Explorer open on - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 142
142 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows ❖ Close windows Choose your option depending on how you wish to set up your desktop. Minimizing and maximizing windows 1 To make the Explorer window the active window, click the Windows - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 143
143 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 8: Closing programs Paint returns to its previous size and location. Notice that the Restore button has changed back into the Maximize button. For the next few steps assume that you want to be able to see both Paint and Windows® Explorer at - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 144
144 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts programs and documents open simultaneously can slow down your computer. This lesson teaches you how to close the programs you opened earlier in this tutorial. To close the programs: 1 Click the Close button at the top- - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 145
145 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts 2 Click New, then click Shortcut. The operating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog box. Sample Create Shortcut dialog box 3 In the Command line box, type c:\windows\system32\calc.exe and click Next. The - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 146
146 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search option on the Start menu The operating system displays the Search Results dialog box. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 147
147 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Sample Search Results dialog box HINT: 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 148
148 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver Clicking a shortcut icon opens the program or folder immediately. You can place as many shortcuts on your desktop as you find useful. HINT: The Character Map is a useful tool when you want to add a special - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 149
149 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver 2 Click Properties. The operating system opens the Display Properties dialog box. Sample Display Properties dialog box 3 Click the Screen Saver tab. 4 Click the arrow beside the current option-probably "(None)" - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 150
150 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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 151
151 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop 3 Click the Date and Time tab and set the correct month, year, day, and time. 4 Click the Time Zone tab and drop-down list box, and set your time zone. 5 Click OK. 6 Close the Control Panel. Lesson 12: - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 152
152 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Sample Recycle Bin window 4 To completely remove an object, select it, and then click File, Delete. The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin. Later on-in your real work, not in this - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 153
153 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 13: Using System Restore To delete everything from the Recycle Bin at once, choose Empty Recycle Bin from the File menu. HINT: Empty the Recycle Bin periodically. Even though an item is moved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 154
for future use. It also guides you through restoring your system to the selected date or time. Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? This teaches you how to use some of the Help features in the Windows ® XP operating system. Windows® XP Help and Support The operating system has a Help - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 155
® XP Operating System 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 156
156 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Sample help window for drawings Notice that 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 157
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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 158
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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 159
159 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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 160
, or Internet Explorer. For more information about changing your desktop style, enter customizing the 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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 161
161 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop Sample Web-style option 3 Click the preferred options. 4 Click Apply, click OK. Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window. If you subscribe to the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 162
162 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus. You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar. Address bar Standard buttons Sample toolbar locations - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 163
163 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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 164
164 Exploring Your Options Personalizing your desktop 2 Double-click the folder you want to open. 3 In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. The Folders Options box appears. 4 In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. 5 Click Apply, then OK. Helpful information on how - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 165
infrared ports are aligned. 2 Load the transfer program on both computers. 3 Set any specific options. 4 Start the transfer. 5 When you have finished transferring files, close the programs on both computers. Setting up for communications In order to connect to the Internet, use an online service, or - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 166
modem is COM3. The following procedure is intended 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 the modem, you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it. To find out which - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 167
computer 7 To verify that the modem is set up properly: ❖ Click the port to which your modem is connected. ❖ Click Properties. ❖ Click the Diagnostics properly. 9 If the modem isn't working properly, click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions. 10 Click OK to close the properties box, then the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 168
contact your authorized Toshiba representative. Setting up the connection To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard: 1 Click Start and point to All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. The - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 169
computer system. It is recommended that you do not remove the module from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner. Using Bluetooth The following information applies to those systems with the optional Bluetooth wireless feature: Bluetooth is a technology - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 170
SPANworks, you must establish a network link between computers. SPANworks 2000 supports communication over a wired LAN, a wireless LAN or between devices equipped 2000: 1 Click the SPANworks icon on the desktop. 2 Follow the instructions on your screen to set up a connection to the network. Setting - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 171
of using the Internet ❖ Guest ❖ Host 8 Follow the on-screen instructions. An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 172
-speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 173
you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas can communicate in real-time, one-on - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 174
Toshiba's online resources clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services ❖ Capturing video using a camera connected to the i.LINK port. Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television Your computer - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 175
and F5 keys. When the TV box is highlighted, release the Fn and F5 keys to send the display to the video/audio line out port. To return to the internal LCD display, press the Fn and F5 keys again and highlight the internal LCD and external TV. TECHNICAL NOTE: DVD - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 176
hot swapping (the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on). The main difference between the i.LINK port and your USB ports is that the i.LINK port supports faster data transfer rates. Playing DVDs 1 Open the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW tray. 2 Place the DVD in the DVD - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 177
177 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone. You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones or external speakers. Recording sounds You can make audio - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 178
178 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 the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 179
179 Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features 3 In the Audio Properties dialog box, adjust the Sound Playback quality and volume, and the Sound Recording volume. 4 Click OK. Your new settings take effect the next time you record. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 180
dealer. Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Your computer has 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 181
may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use. PC Card supporting software The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your PC Card and is installed automatically. Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 182
182 Exploring Your Options Using PC Cards 3 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place. NOTE: If you have a Type III card, insert the connector into the lower slot. If you have a Type II card, you can insert it into - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 183
clicking the PC Card (PCMCIA) icon on the taskbar. Once the PC Card has stopped, you can safely remove it. Using SmartMedia cards Your computer supports the use of SmartMedia cards which are super compact memory cards that are highly portable and can be carried in a pocketbook or credit card holder - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 184
184 Exploring Your Options Using SmartMedia cards Inserting a SmartMedia card 1 Turn the card so that the connector (metal area) faces up. 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in place. Left side of the computer SmartMedia card slot CAUTION: Do not touch the SmartMedia connector (metal - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 185
185 Exploring Your Options Using SD (Secure Digital) cards Using SD (Secure Digital) cards Your computer supports the use of SD (Secure Digital) memory/input/output cards. The cards can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 186
details, set additional options, or change default options. These utilities are described in this chapter: ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ Hotkey utility ❖ Toshiba Console TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn key to create a hot key combination with - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 187
4 Put a check mark next to the desired option. 5 Click Apply, then click OK. The function is now active. Fn-esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any program without using the Start menu. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 188
188 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse This section describes how to use the Fn-esse keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse You can access Fn-esse in one of two ways: ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and Fn-esse. ❖ Click on the Fn-esse icon. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse keyboard The - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 189
189 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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 190
190 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Using the keyboard or cPad To assign a key to open a program or document: 1 Start Fn-esse. 2 Perform one of the following: ❖ Using - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 191
191 Toshiba Utilities Hotkey utility do this, refer to your operating system documentation. ❖ Click OK to associate the folder with the key use the hot key combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To activate: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and then click Hotkey utility. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 192
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 F9 key on your keyboard. ❖ Use the Start menu. If you use the latter, do the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 193
193 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console - Blank Page - Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features: ❖ Customize Your Computer ❖ Network ❖ Security Customize Your Computer The features available in this category are: ❖ Power Management ❖ TOSHIBA Button Controls - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 194
) ❖ IR Utility Security The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOHSIBA 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 195
Controls Properties window 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. You can choose which of two - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 196
Console Sample Media Apps tab 3 Under Select a Player, choose either the Windows Media Player or TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER in the Audio/Video Control and CD Audio Control menu selections. 4 Click Apply, then click OK. You can also program the Sub LCD, - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 197
197 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 2 Choose the appropriate clock setting, either for 12 or 24 hours, and click the appropriate radio button. Sample SubLCD tab Besides setting the clock, - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 198
the preset modes or create and use your own customized mode. The preset modes cannot be deleted. By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 199
Console Plugged in section This section has a single preset power usage mode - Full Power. You can create other AC power modes, but Toshiba recommends use of the preset Full Power mode. The windows and settings for creating and customizing AC power modes are described below. Running on batteries - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 200
200 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Customizing a power mode 1 Highlight the mode on the Power Save Modes window. Saver Properties window. You can change the name here if you wish. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access it: In the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 201
201 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following: ❖ General 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 pressing the right or - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 202
program for playing back CDs and DVDs. This chapter explains how to use this program. Playing DVDs TECHNICAL NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends playing DVDs while your computer is connected to AC power. For systems with a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunctional drive, you - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 203
locate the volume control buttons. Insert a DVD into the drive, following the instructions in "Inserting a disc" on page 97. The computer automatically detects the disc for information on enabling autoplay). To open WinDVD manually: 1 Click Start, and point to All Programs. 2 Point to - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 204
at the top and a status bar at the bottom. If the toolbar or status bar does not appear, you can display them by following the instructions in "Setting general properties" on page 211. The toolbar contains basic DVD playback controls. Pause the pointer over a button to display its definition. The - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 205
control panel The WinDVD control panel resembles the control panel of a standard home DVD player. TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer's hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 206
206 WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs You can open a shortcut menu, by positioning the cursor over the WinDVD window, other than over the control panel, then clicking the secondary button. The shortcut menu contains the same features as the control panel, plus the enable caption feature, which displays - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 207
207 WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs Click this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Repeat - repeat the current None chapter, if the DVD contains chapters. Otherwise this button repeats the DVD from the beginning. When the repeat button is activated, the repeat symbol appears to the left of the chapter - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 208
208 WinDVD 2000 Playing DVDs Click this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Fast reverse - move R quickly backward through the DVD content. When you reach the desired location, click the play button to resume playing the DVD. Previous - move to the beginning of the previous chapter and - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 209
209 WinDVD 2000 Using playlists To display the control panel again, double-click anywhere in the video window. Using playlists A playlist is a customized list of DVD files in the order in which you want to view them. For example, you may want to create a playlist for DVDs that contain music files, - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 210
210 WinDVD 2000 Using playlists DVD files have an .mpg,.vob or .ac3 file name extension. After selecting a file, the file name appears in the Selected files list. You can also double-click a file name to add it to the playlist. 4 Add as many files as you wish to the playlist. You must add the files - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 211
211 WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD Customizing WinDVD You can control several general WinDVD characteristics, such as whether the toolbar and status bar are visible, as well as numerous audio and display features. You control these general, audio and display features from the Properties dialog box. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 212
212 WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD current region code of the WinDVD player installed in your computer is Region 1, comprising the United States and Canada. NOTE: Most DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives let you change the region code, usually between one and five times. Once a drive has reached the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 213
213 WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD Setting audio properties 1 In the Properties dialog box, click the Audio tab. The Audio tab moves to the front. The Current audio track box displays the current audio format and attributes. Sample Properties dialog box with Audio tab on top 2 In the Audio channels - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 214
214 WinDVD 2000 Customizing WinDVD Setting display properties 1 In the Properties dialog box, click the Display tab. The Display tab moves to the front. Sample Properties dialog box with Display tab selected 2 Select the Lock aspect ratio check box to maintain the original aspect ratio when the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 215
215 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features select WinDVD to display the control panel in a different format. You can also select About to display copyright and version information. Using WinDVD advanced features The features described in this section are available on the WinDVD expanded control - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 216
216 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Playback speed- None control the speed at which the DVD plays. Move the slider to the left to slow the playback speed or move it to the right to play the DVD faster. Placing the slider in the center plays - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 217
Use this 217 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Numeric keypad - 0 - 9 use these buttons to select a chapter by entering the chapter number. After you have entered a chapter number, click the enter button on the lower-right corner of the numeric keypad - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 218
options. This feature is most commonly used with multi-language content to change the spoken/heard language. This button is enabled only when the DVD supports dynamic audio track changes. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 219
- displays S a list of all the available language subtitles. This button is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and supports dynamic subtitle information changes. Select the desired language, or select Default to display subtitles in the DVD's default language. Camera angles - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 220
220 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features Use this To do this Or use keyboard shortcut Bookmark - save an None unlimited number of locations on the DVD for quick reference. On the bookmark shortcut menu, click Add to open the Add Bookmark dialog box. Type a bookmark name, then click OK. The - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 221
221 WinDVD 2000 Using WinDVD advanced features 4 Release the primary button. WinDVD automatically fills the window with the selected area. Panning Once you are zoomed in on an area of the WinDVD video window, you can move the zoom window location using the pan feature. 1 With the video window in - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 222
222 WinDVD 2000 Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD The adjustment dialog box provides another set of sliders for adjusting volume and brightness. It also provides two color control sliders. Move the Color control 1 slider to the right to increase the blue and decrease the yellow color values. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 223
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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 224
and select the text the operating system displays. The Details button 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 clipboard. 3 Open Notepad (click Start, point to All Programs, then point to - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 225
accessing the hard disk or the external diskette drive. Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk. If you have a hard disk problem, you will not be able to start the computer. Insert a system diskette into the external diskette drive and press the left or right arrow key - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 226
time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 227
change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. This known good configuration (your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 228
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 Support. The Help and Support Center window appears. 2 Then do one or both - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 229
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. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support. 2 Click the Hardware link in the window's left pane. A list of - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 230
device. For an older device, remove it from the computer. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device, see "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 231. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 231
231 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. CAUTION: Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 232
troubleshooting. A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help. Memory card problems . 4 Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in "Installing additional memory (optional)" on page 46, and - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 233
receives its power through the AC adapter and power cable or from the system batteries (main battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. Here are some typical - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 234
and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard. Refer to the software's documentation - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 235
the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. If you are using an external monitor: ❖ Check that the - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 236
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 . Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display properties: - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 237
higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode. Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 238
data using utility software, which is available from your dealer. Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs. A diskette will not - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 239
the second diskette, 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 237). DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the drive tray has - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 240
manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button on the right side of the computer. Some discs run correctly, but others do not. If the problem Green-colored CDROMs are the least reliable. WinDVD problems: general issues WinDVD has been configured to provide - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 241
vendor to ensure that you have the appropriate drivers for both your hardware (for example, the graphics card) and software (drivers must support the operating system and DVD with WinDVD). Slow playback performance. DVD playback is a resource intensive application. Other applications and/or changes - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 242
or show pauses. The normal version of the movie will not show this problem. WinDVD will not function properly with "debug" software installed. The WinDVD are present in your system: ❖ Sound card (with 48 KHz sampling rate support) ❖ DirectX® 8.1 or higher (Source: Microsoft) ❖ DVD-ROM drive with - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 243
a disc cleaner. The disc may require features that are not supported by WinDVD. Reinstall Microsoft® DirectShow® version 6.0 or higher (available problem with the audio card or audio component within the system. The problem may be one of the following: The audio card is faulty. There is a problem - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 244
check sound card or drivers. The audio card was found, but there is a problem with the audio card or drivers. The wrong audio driver may be installed in the error is unclassified. Report the problem and any error code to your supplier's Technical Support. This is usually a rare, title-specific - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 245
cannot continue. The DVD-ROM drive failed to authenticate (authorize playback of) the DVD disc. There may be a problem with the DVDROM drive. Try to play another disc. Contact your supplier's Technical Support. WinDVD does not support this version of the DVD specification. Check that this is - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 246
of the DVD disc is not authorized. Change the Parental Control level in the DVD Options dialog. Note that WinDVD requires a password for this change. WinDVD encountered an error. Report the problem and any error code to your supplier's Technical Support. This file appears to contain unsupported - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 247
) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you're having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. Resource - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 248
to the documentation that came 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 249
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 231 for more information. Since all PC Cards - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 250
device, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card's documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 251
problems: The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. Check the port to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 252
feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 81 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your guides. It's very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 253
before contacting Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 254
along with its installation diskettes or CD-ROM. ❖ Information about what you were doing when 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 255
255 If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com toshiba.ca toshiba-Europe.com toshiba.co.jp/index.htm http://servicio.toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the USA Canada - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 256
Information Systems Benelux B.V. Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK, Capelle a/d IJssel The Netherlands Morocco C.B.I. 22 Rue de Béthune Casablanca Morocco 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 257
257 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba's worldwide offices 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 Poland Singapore Toshiba Singapore Pte. Ltd. 438B Alexandra Rd. # - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 258
258 If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba's worldwide offices The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D-4-1460 Neuss Germany - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 259
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 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 260
260 Hot Keys Instant password security Instant password security Fn + This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the mouse or any key will make the display reappear. For information on setting a - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 261
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. For more information, see "Power Management" on page 197. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 262
262 Hot Keys Stand By mode Stand By mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Stand By mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode. This message box can be set so it doesn't display. Sample Stand By confirmation box ❖ For more - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 263
263 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. The message box can be set so it doesn't display. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 264
264 Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display panel and external video device - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 265
. The wireless modes you can toggle between are: ❖ Bluetooth enabled-This enables just the Bluetooth module. (See "Using Bluetooth" on page 169 for instructions on setting up Bluetooth.) ❖ Wi-Fi enabled-This enables just the Wi-Fi module. ❖ Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled-This enables both wireless - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 266
266 Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 267
Appendix B Power Cable Connectors 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 268
is the mode number in hexadecimal and is generally used by programmers to specify video modes in programs. Type identifies the display adapter that first supported the mode and specifies whether the mode is text or graphics. Resolution is the measure of the screen's dimensions in terms of horizontal - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 269
Freq hor/vert is the horizontal and vertical scanning frequency in Hertz. This is for external monitors only. Your computer's video modes Your computer supports the video modes defined in this table. If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 270
270 Video Modes Your computer's video modes Video mode 7+ D E F 10 11 12 13 Type Resolution VGA Text 80 x 25 Characters VGA Grph 320 x 200 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 200 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 350 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 350 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 480 Pels VGA Grph 640 x 480 Pels VGA Grph 320 x 200 Pels - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 271
271 Video Modes Your computer's video modes Resolution 1600 x 1200 LCD colors 256/256K (Virtual) 1920 x 1440 2048 x 1536 640 x 480 256/256K (Virtual) 256/256K (Virtual) 64K/64K 800 x 600 64K/64K 1024 x 768 64K/64K 1280 x 1024 64K/64K (Virtual) 1600 x 1200 64K/64K (Virtual) 1920 x 1440 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 272
272 Video Modes Your computer's video modes Resolution 1024 x 768 LCD colors 16M/16M CRT colors 16M/16M 1280 x 1024 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 1600 x 1200 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 1920 x 1440 2048 x 1536 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M 16M/16M Table 3 Video modes (Ultra XGA) - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 273
273 Video Modes Your computer's video modes Resolution 1600 x 1200 LCD colors 256/256K 1920 x 1440 2048 x 1536 640 x 480 256/256K (Virtual) 256/256K (Virtual) 64K/64K 800 x 600 64K/64K 1024 x 768 64K/64K 1280 x 1024 64K/64K 1600 x 1200 64K/64K 1920 x 1440 2048 x 1536 64K/64K (Virtual) - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 274
274 Video Modes Your computer's video modes Resolution 640 x 480 LCD colors 16M/16M 800 x 600 16M/16M 1024 x 768 16M/16M 1280 x 1024 16M/16M 1600 x 1200 16M/16M 1920 x 1440 2048 x 1536 16M/16M (Virtual) 16M/16M (Virtual) CRT colors 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M 16M/16M - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 275
your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second semiconductor COM1 communications port 1 (serial port) COM2 communications port 2 (serial port) CPU central processing unit DC - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 276
and Electronics Engineers I/O input/output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 (parallel port) LSI large-scale integration MB megabyte MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 277
transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 278
signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in read-only memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system when you - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 279
bus - An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed, frontside bus. bus speed - The speed at which - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 280
unit (CPU). CPU cache - A section of very fast memory residing 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 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 281
281 Glossary direct memory access (DMA) - A dedicated channel, bypassing the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device. directory - See folder. disable - To turn a computer option off. See also enable. disc - A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and written - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 282
. expansion device - A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities. Other names for an expansion device are port expander, port replicator, docking station, or network adapter. extension - See file extension. external device - See device. F file - A collection of related - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 283
283 Glossary file extension - The three characters following the period (pronounced "dot") at the end of a file name. The extension indicates the type of file. Examples are .exe for program files and .hlp for help files. See also file name. folder - Also called directory. A container for - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 284
284 Glossary Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 285
285 Glossary L2 (level two) cache - Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache. LAN (local area network) - A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 286
286 Glossary MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) - A standard for connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and computers. The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use, and vice versa. modem - Short for "modulator/demodulator." A device that - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 287
, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen. port - A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 288
ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of 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. S select - To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 289
U universal serial bus (USB) - A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps (12 million to 127 peripheral devices through a single all- purpose USB port. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 290
290 Glossary VW Web - See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi - A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity. Wi-Fi is another term for the IEEE 2.11b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 291
Index A AC adapter 54 AC power light 36, 54, 57 Accessories programs 153 adding memory 46 alarms low battery 121, 122 Application Launcher adding programs 69 changing icons 71 deleting programs 72 Application Launcher button 63 audio CDs playing 92 audio features 177 avoiding injury 41 B battery - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 292
CD player TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER 99 Windows Media Player 99 CD Player control panel 99, 100 CD/DVD control buttons 34, 37, 92, 94 CD/DVDs caring for 102 inserting 97, 98 playing 92 removing 101 viewing contents 101 CD-ROMs using 92 writing 30 CDs 34, 101 inserting 98 problem solving - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 293
293 Index not accessing disk drives 225 placement 41 protection 40 running on battery power 114 setting up 45, 46, 74 turning off 105, 107, 109, 111, 157 turning on 56 using at the office 165 warning resume failure message 226 work area 40 computing tips 81 connecting AC adapter 54 external monitor - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 294
Defragmenter 238 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 238 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 237 running slow 238 diskette drive 53, 239 eject button 93 general properties 211 light 36 manual eject hole/button 93 playing DVDs 202 problems 239 troubleshooting 232 DVDs 34, 92 playing 176 E email - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 295
295 Index operation 224 warning resume failure 226 WinDVD 243 Error-checking 237 Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter 104 expansion memory slot 47 cover 38 external diskette drive 53 keyboard 53 external microphone connecting 177 external monitor connecting 165 not working 237 external speakers 179 - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 296
24 imagery 67 indicator panel keyboard 34 system 34, 36 infrared port 28 transferring files 165 inserting CDs and DVDs 98 main battery 124 groups 173 overview 171 slow connection 228 URL address not found 228 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 172 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 230 J jacks headphone/S/PDIF - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 297
module inserting 48 microphone jack 31 Microsoft Internet Explorer 103 Microsoft Support Online Web site 229 Microsoft Windows XP 23, 127 minimizing 142 modem determining COM port 166 port 29, 104 problem solving 251 resetting port to default settings 166 upgrading 166 modem, using 104 modem/LAN - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 298
37 playing CDs and DVDs 92 ports COM 166 external diskette drive 53 infrared start 225 light 36 monitoring 119 on/off button 33 problem solving 233 power down options Hibernation 105 Stand By 105 249 computer will not power up 225 contacting Toshiba 253, 254 corrupted/damaged data files 238 Device - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 299
238 screen does not look right/flickers 236 system resources 230 trouble prevention 252 URL address not found 228 using Startup options 227 resizing windows 140, 142 restarting the computer 109, 111, 113 RGB (monitor) port 32 RTC (real-time clock) battery 115 running the computer on battery power - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 300
, 107, 113 Stand By mode hot key 262 Start button 129 starting a program 87 Startup menu problem solving 227 sticky key 186 stop button 38 Sub LCD programming 196 subwoofer option 33 support for Windows 130 system indicator panel 34, 36 system requirements WinDVD 242 System Restore 153 System Setup - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 301
TOSHIBA Accessibility 186 Toshiba Accessories Information 25 TOSHIBA Button Controls 99, 194 TOSHIBA Console 86, 192 TOSHIBA Console button 34, 86 Toshiba Forum 254 Toshiba Hardware Setup 200 TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER 99, 100 choosing a default 196 Toshiba online services 254 Toshiba 173 USB ports 29 USB- - Toshiba Satellite 5105-S608 | User Guide - Page 302
programs 144 creating a new folder 138 creating a text file 136 creating shortcuts 144 desktop 128 Help 154, 228 Help and Support 228 opening a Web page 135 problem solving 226 Recycle Bin 151 removing objects 151 resizing or moving windows 141, 142 special features 158 starting programs 139 System
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TOSHIBA
C6610-1002M2
Satellite
®
5105 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 9
on page 223 in this
guide.