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Satellite® M40/M45 User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Website pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 2
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Model: Satellite ® M40/M45 Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and/or ReWritable optical media drive(s) and associated software, among the most advanced data - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 3
support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA instructions - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 4
Toshiba's Support Website at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. It is designed - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 5
uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 6
fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 7
. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. This - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 8
committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 9
specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 10
het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 11
(FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 12
this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 13
power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power . It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 14
of low-power data communication system radio station restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer. 44 and AR5BMB5 Mini PCI Wireless network adapters This equipment is approved to the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 15
15 802.11b (2.4 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 16
16 Nederland: E'necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 17
required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 18
New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 19
UK Venezuela Portugal Sweden Uruguay Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio Approved Countries/Regions for use for the INPROCOMM IPN2220 Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 20
If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 21
and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless scientists who continually review and interpret the the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 22
equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. FCC Interference Statement This device complies with power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 23
accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations. Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 24
MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 25
25 DVD-ROM, multi-function drive safety instructions The DVD-ROM and multi-function drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 26
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 27
27 Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark, and SmartMedia is a trademark, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. DirectX, Active Desktop, - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 28
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 39 Other documentation 39 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Setting up other devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the main battery 51 28 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 29
time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Your computer's features and specifications ....53 Turning on the power 54 Adding memory (optional 55 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 61 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 63 Control buttons 64 Disabling or enabling - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 30
from Windows® Explorer....82 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....83 Saving your work 84 Printing your work 87 Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive...........88 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components 88 CD/DVD control buttons 90 Inserting a compact disc 91 Removing a disc with - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 31
Computing 104 Toshiba's energy-saver design 104 Running the computer on battery power 104 Battery Notice 105 Power management 106 Using additional batteries 106 Charging batteries 107 Charging the main battery 107 Charging the RTC battery 108 Monitoring main battery power 109 Determining - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 32
Internet Service Providers 132 Connecting to the Internet 132 Surfing the Internet 133 Internet features 133 Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet 134 Exploring audio features 134 Playing an audio CD 134 Playing CDs using Auto-Run 136 Creating a CD 136 Recording sounds 137 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 33
enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 167 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 168 Problems that are easy to fix 168 Problems when you turn on the computer............170 The Windows ® operating system is not working..172 Using Startup options to fix problems 173 Internet problems 174 The Windows® XP - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 34
177 Memory problems 179 Power and the batteries 180 Keyboard problems 182 Display problems 183 Disk drive problems 185 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...188 Sound system problems 189 PC Card problems 189 Printer problems 193 Modem problems 194 Wireless networking problems 195 DVD - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 35
35 Contents Display brightness 217 Disabling or enabling wireless devices 218 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 218 Keyboard hot keys 219 Zooming applications in/out 219 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 220 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 221 Getting Started - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 36
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. You will find your operating system, Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional or Windows® XP Home, already installed on your - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 37
on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 38
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 39
of a term used in the text. Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: ❖ An electronic version of the user's guide ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 40
service upgrade terms and conditions are available at www.warranty.toshiba.com. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 41
chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes 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 locations. Creating a computer - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 42
as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 43
these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Do not turn - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 44
could damage the computer or cause system failure. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 45
down. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, memory, and PC Cards. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. See "Connecting to a power - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 46
displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 47
Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 NOTE If you are connecting your computer to a network, consult your system administrator before you choose computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send the Customer periodic updates, announcements, - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 48
to operate. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 49
cord/cable Getting Started Connecting to a power source 49 AC adapter cord Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter. Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter Handling the cord on this product - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 50
to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Doing any of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 51
. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for information on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 52
is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 53
. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over battery power. Your computer's features and specifications Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 54
any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the system indicator panel glows blue-about one second - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 55
system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the computer's memory time, the memory module will become hot. If this happens, let the module cool to room temperature before you replace it. To - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 56
computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116. 5 Close the display - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 57
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57 Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. Unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 58
you insert into the computer. 9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 10 Insert the memory module into the socket on the underside of the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 59
by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, at a slight angle to the socket. clip clip Sample inserting the memory module into the socket 12 Check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket clips. Sample aligning - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 60
The clips on either side of the memory module snap into place when the memory module is properly inserted. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Changing the main battery" on page 116. 16 Turn the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 61
when you turn it on, perform the following: Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds, then turn the power on again. 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 45 degree angle and slide it out of - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 62
installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then System. 2 The General tab view automatically appears and shows - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 63
right to left. NOTE Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. Scrolling with the TouchPad™ There are two active regions on - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 64
64 Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item . To change the enable/ disable TouchPad setting: 1 Click Start, and then Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click the Mouse icon. 4 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 65
hours to recharge the main battery. When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate, and Standby. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows XP Professional operating system and are connected to - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 66
a domain server instead. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data. For more information, see "Powering down the computer" on page 96. Closing the display panel When you are finished, shut the computer down and close - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 67
on the left side of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by configuring the Display Properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 68
Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, and click Apply or OK. Adjusting the quality of - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 69
that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when connecting a local printer. Connecting a USB printer You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB compatible, check its documentation. To make the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 70
further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug then connect the other end to one of the computer's USB ports. 2 Plug the printer's power cable into a live AC outlet. Connecting a parallel - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 71
Connecting a local printer 71 Setting up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 72
Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5inch diskettes. Sample optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 73
Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the external audio device into the headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down sound can harm your hearing. Connecting a microphone To record high-quality sounds For more information, see "Recording sounds" on page 137. Caring for - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 74
the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Doing so - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 75
Getting Started Caring for your computer 75 To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. 2 Pass the locking end through the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 76
. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 77
hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off computer command or Standby command. See "Powering down the computer" on page 96 to learn more about Standby. NOTE The Windows® XP operating system - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 78
Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The space - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 79
are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Fn-esse®" on page 148, or "Hot Keys - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 80
functions in Windows: ❖ Start key-Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key-Has the same function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 81
Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 82
use the Windows® WordPad program as an example: 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. The Windows® XP operating system displays the All Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the content of each drive and - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 83
Files folder. 7 In the left part of the window, click Windows NT. 8 Click Accessories. Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window. 9 In the right part of the window, double-click WordPad. The operating system opens WordPad. To close the program - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 84
you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive or diskette/CD. This is one of the most important rules of computing. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work. Saving documents is quick - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 85
the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. 3 Type a file name, then click Save. HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name. The Windows® XP operating system supports file names - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 86
86 Learning the Basics Saving your work File names The Windows XP operating system supports long file names which can contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. You may use - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 87
you will need to set up the Windows® XP Professional operating system to run with the additional printer(s). To print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now. 2 Open the File menu of your Windows® program and click Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. Sample Print dialog box - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 88
the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 89
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 89 Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD-ROM drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is in use. Eject button-Press to release the disc tray. Do not press the eject button or turn off - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 90
90 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive CD/DVD control buttons The control buttons located to the left of the keyboard let you play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on. Internet Play/Pause - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 91
when the computer is turned off and the sound subsystem is turned on, by pressing either the E key on the keyboard or the eject button on the DVD-ROM or multifunction drive. Inserting a compact disc To insert a compact disc into the drive: 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Make sure the in - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 92
92 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "Caring for CD or DVD Discs" on page 93. 6 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up. Sample positioning - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 93
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 93 Removing a disc with the computer on To remove a compact disc (CD or DVD) with the computer turned on: 1 Press the eject button on the drive. Do not press the eject button while the in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 94
disc. ❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the DVD-ROM drive or multifunction drive from reading the data properly. ❖ Do not expose discs Cards" on page 139. Hot swapping With PC Cards, you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 95
on the computer's hard disk. Also see "Backing up your data to CDs with Windows® XP" on page 204. HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk mat take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 96
to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk. Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file. Powering down the computer NOTE Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 97
the Basics Powering down the computer 97 Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down For the Windows XP Home operating system, follow these steps to shut down the computer: 1 Click Start, select Turn off computer. The Turn off computer dialog box appears. Sample Turn off computer Windows dialog box - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 98
button. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click on the Setup Action tab. 4 Select the options you want from the drop-down lists - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 99
hard disk 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 mode in which you left it. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 100
computer for Hibernation 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 101
the display panel, you can start it again by opening the display memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. A fully charged main battery - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 102
either pressing the power button or closing the display panel. You can also specify an amount of time after which the computer automatically goes into Standby mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 103
it again by opening the display panel. Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more information, see - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 104
-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 periods while traveling. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 105
models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. See "Detailed Specs" for specific battery measurement test. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 106
. Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional second - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 107
use it to power the computer. Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 108
on battery power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 109
does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working. To recharge the RTC - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 110
information on replacing the main battery. HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( ), the on/ off light ( ), and the power button light (above the keyboard). When the on/off light or power button light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using Windows® XP Standby - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 111
's remaining capacity and perform its calculations. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 112
such as the age of the battery. What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare ❖ Connect the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 113
your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖ How the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the hard disk, DVD-ROM or multi- function drive, diskette drives, or other optional devices - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 114
or select your own combination of power management options. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 2 Select an appropriate profile for your - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 115
desired Power Profile. The Power Profile options are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life. 3 Release the Fn key. The pop-up window disappears. You are now in the selected mode. For more information on setting the battery Power Profile, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 116
. Removing the battery from the computer 1 Save your work. 2 Power off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using Hibernation" on page 99. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Close the display panel and turn - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 117
is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 118
battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged, turn off the computer's power immediately and disconnect the power cord/cable from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 119
. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 120
the connections for the AC adapter and power cord/cable. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows blue. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use. ❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one month, remove the battery pack. ❖ Disconnect the AC - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 121
121 Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 122
. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment will - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 123
this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your Satellite® M40/M45 notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® XP Professional operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 124
Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar System tray Sample Windows® XP operating system desktop Icons An icon element's icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 125
. See Windows® XP online help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. Start button You use the Start button to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Access Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system update information ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access Windows® Help - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 126
volume. To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate System tray icon. Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your Satellite® M40/M45 computer - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 127
with information specific to that modem. Windows XP communicates with the modem and displays identifying information reported by the modem. If Windows XP cannot communicate with the modem, it displays an error message. Consult the troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows XP documentation. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 128
the properties dialog box for that specific modem. 9 Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box. 10 Close the Control Panel. Connecting the modem to : ❖ At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer. For specific information about connecting to the network, consult - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 129
few minutes as it waits for a reply. To avoid this delay, you can reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port. To disable the LAN port: 1 Click Start, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the System icon, then click the Hardware tab, and then click the Device Manager button - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 130
you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module be lit. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 195. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 131
Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading to, and downloading files from, the text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 132
methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, Service Provider (ISP) account The Microsoft® Web browser Internet Explorer is automatically configured on your system so that when you first start it, it guides - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 133
displays a home page, for example, your ISP's home page on the Internet or your company's Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type specifically designed to help you look for information. Internet features The Internet offers many types you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 134
wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. If the computer is turned on, Windows Media® Player opens and the CD begins to play. You can use the Windows Media Player program to control the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 135
Exploring audio features NOTE When using Windows Media Player, your system may not be able to activate Standby or Hibernation modes. To prevent this from occurring, close Windows Media Player before you select Standby or Hibernation mode. Sample Windows Media® Player screen The CD Player control - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 136
the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive icon. The disc drive will run the CD. If your disc does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disc. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows® Media Player and point it to play the CD. For other types of - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 137
137 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features Recording sounds You may record sounds as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you record MP3 files, you will only be able to play them on a device capable of - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 138
audio features The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers. TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 139
loud sound can harm your hearing. To adjust the volume: ❖ For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. ❖ For headphones, use the computer's volume control dial. Inserting and removing PC Cards Your Satellite® M40/M45 computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 140
PC Card. Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. 2 Locate PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. 1 Locate - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 141
hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online help. Inserting and removing the PCI Express Card Your Satellite® M40/M45 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 142
Stop the PCI Express Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PCI Express Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. the PCI Express Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PCI Express Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 143
phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To copy data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of Windows. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all media devices. 1 Turn - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 144
System tray. After the media is stopped, it is safe to remove. 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. Sample removing memory media Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read. Even when the Windows wide area network (WAN). For specific information about connecting to a LAN or - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 145
145 Exploring Your Computer's Features Connecting your modem to a telephone line For more detailed information regarding your computer's modem, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Connecting to a phone line Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 146
146 Exploring Your Computer's Features Connecting your modem to a telephone line Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. For more information on using a modem, see "Setting up for communications" on page 126. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 147
certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. This chapter describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba: ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ Hotkey utility ❖ TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Setting a user password ❖ Using a supervisor password ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 148
assign an Fn key combination to: ❖ Open a Windows® XP operating system program. ❖ Open a file in its associated program. ❖ Display a customized folder of programs and/or files from which Start, point to All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 149
149 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ 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 at the same - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 150
move the cursor over the desired key in the Fn-esse window and press the secondary button. The Assignment Type dialog box appears. Sample Fn-esse assignment type dialog box Making a direct key assignment 1 Select Direct... to display the Add/Edit Command dialog box. 2 Enter the Description, Command - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 151
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Making a popup assignment 1 Select Popup... to display the Application Explorer dialog box. 2 Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays to your Windows® XP operating system documentation. 4 displays the Assignment Type dialog box. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 152
you to customize a range of computer settings. To access the control panel: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of features: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 153
available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ Mouse utility ❖ Hotkey utility ❖ TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility ❖ SD Memory Card Format ❖ Hotkey assignment using Fn-esse® ❖ Toshiba Button Controls ❖ ConfigFree ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 154
files. You must enter the password before you can work on your computer. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password - Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily. ❖ A power-on password - Prevents unauthorized users from starting - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 155
Registered. 5 Type your password in the Password box. 6 Retype your password in the Password again box. 7 Click OK. Disabling a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 156
you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the computer. To register a password for the power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. Sample - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 157
click Toshiba Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, select Secure. 3 Select the Supervisor Password icon. 4 Select Not Registered. 5 Type the correct password. 6 Click OK. TOSHIBA Power Saver The TOSHIBA Power Saver feature enables you to control your computer's power usage - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 158
or create and use your own customized profile. The preset profiles 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 or Apply - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 159
159 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver Profiles This section lists the preset profiles along with the estimated battery life for each mode. The preset profiles are: ❖ Full Power ❖ High Power ❖ Normal ❖ DVD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Long Life Although you can change the properties for any of these - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 160
]. To activate: 1 From the TOSHIBA Assist screen, click Optimize, and then click the Hotkey Utility option. You can also click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. The Hotkey window appears. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option. 3 Click - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 161
by clicking Optimize, and then TOSHIBA HW Setup. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. They are: ❖ General-Allows you to view current BIOS, hard disk drive and memory settings. ❖ Password-Allows you to set or reset a user password for the power-on process and for - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 162
162 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in LCD display. ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system. ❖ Keyboard-Allows you to configure an external PS - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 163
Utility Properties screen To zoom in, hold down the Fn key and press 2; to zoom out, hold down the Fn key and press 1. TOSHIBA Touch and Launch utility TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is a program that adds features to the TouchPad. For example, by selecting an icon you can: ❖ Open a document ❖ Launch - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 164
Touch and Launch, touch and hold your finger on a corner of the TouchPad. The TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window A blue circle within the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window represents your finger location on the TouchPad. As you move the blue circle over an - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 165
when you select one of the corner icons. The type and number of icons you see in the main part of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window are determined by which corner icons you select. TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is controlled/adjusted via an icon on the system tray. The icon will change color when the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 166
the Settings shortcut menu entry, the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window In the Corner Assignment section you can change the icons you see at the four corners of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window using the drop-down list boxes. The - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 167
TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window. The Window settings button allows you to control the size and transparency of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window enabling TOSHIBA Touch and Launch You can set or clear the Disable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch check box in the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings window in - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 168
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 M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 169
169 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task. To power off your computer, do one of the following: If you are not connected to a - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 170
when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold the power switch for at least 10 seconds. If you are using the AC - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 171
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 optional external diskette drive and press F12 when the machine starts and use the arrow keys to select the boot-up device. The computer displays the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 172
work, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del to restart the computer. For more information see "The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." on page 171. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 173
Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) See your Windows® documentation for further explanation. NOTE If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may display different versions - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 174
you in troubleshooting the problem. To access Windows® XP Help and Support: 1 Click Start, then click Help and Support. The Help and Support window appears. 2 Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type in the topic for which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 175
the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For help on hardware conflicts: 1 Click - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 176
your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer's Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer's memory to store information as it works. These channels of communication are - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 177
the computer. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 177. ❖ Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict. Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 178
properties of a device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device's properties: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Administrative Tools - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 179
DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one device to another. A Troubleshooting - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 180
least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 181
Management utility. Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 182
battery power see "Charging batteries" on page 107. Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on. If the numlock light or cursor control - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 183
display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a password, press any key, type the password - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 184
display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties. This opens the Display For more information see Windows® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 185
on battery power. Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. 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 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 186
/DVD drives. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button. The Check Disk All Apps box appears. 6 You can choose one or both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the disk. Your hard disk - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 187
computer. Replace it with a bootable diskette. The drive cannot read a diskette. Try another diskette. If you can access 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 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 188
source and turned on. The DVD-ROM drive eject mechanism requires power to operate. Make sure a program is not accessing the drive and preventing it from ejecting. If you need to remove a disc and cannot turn on the computer (for example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 189
the screen. Press the button on the DVD-ROM drive itself. For additional information see "You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out." on page 188. Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. Try pressing Fn + Esc to see - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 190
with the PC Card. Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card. If your system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 191
button. 5 Double-click the PCMCIA adapter. 6 Double-click the appropriate PC Card. The operating system displays your PC Card's Properties dialog and another device in the system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 192
Card. The operating system displays a message that problems. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected. If the card is attached to an external device, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card's documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 193
problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 71 or in the instructions resolve the problem, contact the printer's manufacturer. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Many programs display information on - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 194
at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 28800, 33600 bps (bits per second) or higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to someone else. For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 195
problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically Fi adapter, check the device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows Control Panel). Some Toshiba (Internet Service Provider) service may be disrupted. ❖ Verify that the Service Set Identifier - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 196
active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect your computer directly to your router or broadband modem, by plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi part of your - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 197
(closed system, MAC address filtering, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), etc.), check the access point vendor's website for recent firmware upgrades. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware releases. Special considerations for Windows® XP Wired Equivalent - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 198
fix the problem yourself. 1 If using an external DVD-ROM or multi-function drive, make sure the drive's cable is properly connected to the computer. 2 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 3 Ensure that the disc is properly inserted in the drive tray. 4 Ensure that the Display - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 199
178 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVDROM properties. 8 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD-ROM drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Disable the Shut off Monitor feature in the Display Properties using - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 200
200 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems 5 Click OK. DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted. Having Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions below: 1 Right-click the Desktop, - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 201
feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 76 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette. ❖ Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 202
Restore Points The System Restore feature of Windows XP quickly creates Restore Points-'snapshots' of your Windows configuration-and saves them for later recall. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software, you can easily select a previously established Control Point to - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 203
Windows configuration using the saved Restore Point. To do this: 1 Click Start. 2 Click Help and Support. 3 Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer with System not create. Restore Points labeled System Checkpoint were automatically created by Windows XP. Other Restore Points may have - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 204
Develop good computing habits Backing up your data to CDs with Windows® XP For most of us, by far the most valuable component of our computer system is the data we have created with it, and stored on its hard disk drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 205
up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: ❖ E-mail files and settings-for Visit the vendors' Web sites for detailed instructions. ❖ Other data files. If you . 7 When you have finished copying files to the CD window, click File, Write these files to CD. 8 A - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 206
the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select Destination window, use the Browse button the Select Bookmark file window, and then click Windows XP also includes a Backup utility, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, Help and Support - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 207
pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, "Backing up your data to CDs with Windows® XP" on page 204). ❖ Have your factory instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart Windows. Always restart Windows add to your computer system, install just one at a time, - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 208
before you contact 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 their - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 209
.toshiba.com. Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖ Your computer's serial number ❖ The computer and any optional devices related to the problem ❖ Backup copies of your Windows® operating system and all other preloaded software on your choice of media ❖ Name and version - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 210
For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com accessories.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca www.toshiba-Europe.com www.toshiba.co.jp - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 211
Edificio Europa, 1a Planta Escalera A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 Japan Mexico - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 212
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 the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 213
or any key will make the display's content reappear. The Windows® operating system log-on screen will appear, prompting you for a password. After typing in the password for the current user, press Enter. To activate the password feature: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Appearances and - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 214
on AC power) your display may reappear automatically after a short time. To protect your desktop, you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature. To set up a password with a screen saver, go to Windows XP help for instructions: 1 Click Start, Help and Support - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 215
usage mode Fn + This hot key displays the power usage pop-up win- dow and cycles through the battery save modes. Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 157. Standby mode Fn - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 216
computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. Sample Hibernation confirmation box ❖ If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 217
modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display only ❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only Sample display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 218
enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad" on page 64. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 219
key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. This hot key switches screen or video modes. Zooming applications in/out Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom- out. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Zoom- ing Utility" on page 162. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 220
/Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved BS approved Europe - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 221
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 222
of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 223
223 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an "X." When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 224
224 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 225
your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) Sample Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 226
Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem ConfigFree icon resides in tray the system tray. Options Displays ConfigFree setting screen. Log Lets - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 227
displays information about them on a virtual map. To search for wireless devices: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click Search for Wireless Devices. A virtual map appears with a graphical center of the map is not necessarily near your notebook computer. If a wireless device located a distance - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 228
228 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing Wi-Fi devices Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 229
™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample dragging a device to the Access Point Sample Wireless settings screen 3 Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. NOTE After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection list, the system displays the Connection - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 230
™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices option. Moving the mouse cursor over a device icon displays information about the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 231
231 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample dragging the file to the Bluetooth device icon To be prompted for the device: 1 Drag and drop the file to the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 232
232 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample selecting Send to Bluetooth Devices option 2 Choose a file recipient. 3 Click Send. NOTE During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the selected - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 233
with your Toshiba Computer wired and wireless network devices, infrared devices, and set the power status of Bluetooth antennas. ❖ TCP/IP settings - includes DHCP high or medium). To create a profile: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the pointer to Profile. 3 Click Add. The Add Profile - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 234
ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 8 Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more capture options. profile. For example, to have Internet Explorer start in Windows XP after switching profiles, type: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE 12 Click OK. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 235
235 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 236
236 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT uses the following types of connections: ❖ Wireless LAN via Access Point ❖ Wireless LAN via Ad-Hoc ❖ LAN (same subnet) ❖ Bluetooth PAN/LAP ❖ Cross cable (Ethernet or Gbit Ethernet) To host a - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 237
237 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample of users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 238
238 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample of sharing a file with one user ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 239
ConfigFree SUMMIT from working. Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. NOTE SUMMIT can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. 3 Select the appropriate users and invite them - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 240
. There you can configure how you would like to use the projector. To connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 241
241 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Settings. The Quick Connect - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 242
computer in ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) mode and use the Summit feature. To use this feature: 1 Display the ConfigFree menu. 2 Select the ConfigFree Link option from the Direct Link Toshiba Device submenu. This action switches the computer's wireless network setting to ad-hoc mode, and launches the SUMMIT - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 243
The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification window appears. You can then click this window to connect using the settings specified in the profile. To use - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 244
244 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature 1 Right-click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click Auto Switch. The connects to an SSID in a profile, a display notification window appears. You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles. You can also set the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 245
Acronyms These acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 246
nematic DVD digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory ECP enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 247
247 Glossary RAM RFI ROM RTC SCSI DDRAM SRAM SVGA TFT USB URL WAN www random access memory radio frequency interference read-only memory real-time clock small computer system interface double data random access memory static random access memory super video graphics adapter thin film transistor - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 248
second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the drive before checking the hard disk. bus - An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit (CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video adapter, disk drives - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 249
, L2 cache. CD - An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM. CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) - A form of highcapacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data. See also CD. Compare DVD-ROM. central processing unit (CPU) - The chip that functions as the - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 250
- An on-screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user. direct current (DC) - The type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current (AC). direct memory access (DMA) - A dedicated - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 251
or mouse button while moving the cursor to drag a selected object. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the primary TouchPad control button or left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 252
252 Glossary DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM. E emulation - A technique in which a device or program imitates another - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 253
some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable. By default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 254
system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K - A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte. L L1 (level one) cache - Memory cache built - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 255
display (LCD) - A type of display disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives. M megabyte (MB) - A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes (1024 x 1024 bytes). See also bytes. memory - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 256
own computer's hard disk, such as online documentation or online help, or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet. operating system - A set of programs that controls how the computer works. Examples of operating systems are Windows® XP and Windows® 2000 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 257
and controlled unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions type of memory is used for your computer's main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM. random access memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 258
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 M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 259
"startup disk." Compare non-system disk. system prompt - The symbol (in MS-DOS®, generally a drive letter followed by a "greater than" sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. T TFT display - See active-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB) - A serial bus that supports a data - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 260
low charge 112 monitoring power 109 not charging 180 power usage hot key 115 power usage mode 215 real-time clock (RTC) 106 removing 116 BIOS setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 54 start 125 C CD creating 136 playing an audio 134 playing using Auto-Run 136 CD/DVD button functionality 90 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 261
not working 185 screen is blank 183 display device external 66 display output settings 67 display panel closing 66 display, external adjusting 68 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 121 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 176 double-click 64 DVD player general problems 198 DVD-ROM drive - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 262
262 Index problems 188 troubleshooting 188 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 188 E environment computer-friendly 41 error messages device driver conflict 175 general hardware problem 175 non-system disk or disk error 172, 187 problem with display settings/ current settings not working with - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 263
hot keys 219 not working 171 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 182 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 78 keyboard, PS/2-compatible 68 L LCD power-saver 66 M main battery removing 116 memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 179 removing expansion slot cover 57 - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 264
determining COM port 127 problem solving 194 resetting port to default settings 127 upgrading 127 monitor 66 connecting 67 not working 183 mouse installing 69 serial 69 N network accessing 128 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 128 networking wireless 128 O opening the display panel 52 other documentation - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 265
Card inserted 191 computer will not power up 170 contacting Toshiba 208, 209 corrupted/damaged data files 187 Device Manager 177 disabling a device 178 disk drive is slow 186 display is blank 183 external display not working 185 external monitor 183 faulty memory 179 hardware conflict 175, 176 high - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 266
display 68 Toshiba Internet Web sites 210 registering computer 47 worldwide offices 210 Toshiba Hardware Setup 161 Toshiba online resources 103 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 163 disable/enable 167 Toshiba utilities 147 traveling tips 122 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 198 DVD-ROM drive - Toshiba Satellite M40-S4112TD | User Manual - Page 267
86 utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility 157 V video projector adjusting display 68 W warranty limited warranty 40 Web sites 209 Toshiba 210 Wi-Fi wireless networking 128 Windows Explorer 82 Windows Media Player 134 Windows Start menu 82 Windows XP Help and Support 174 problem solving 172 Windows XP
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PMAD00027013
10/05
Satellite
®
M40/M45
User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
❖
Toshiba’s Support Website
pcsupport.toshiba.com
❖
Toshiba Global Support Centre
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see
“If Something Goes Wrong” on
page 168
in this guide.