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Satellite® M50/M55 Series 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 2
after handling. Model: Satellite® M50/M55 Series Recordable and/or set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 3
Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 4
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ 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 States at (949 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 5
to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If this 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 7
network performance or even lose your network connection. 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 Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 8
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as described - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 9
empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users equipment. English: Hereby, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 11
declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 13
than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03-5444-9450 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 14
14 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 17
of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. ❖ This - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 18
18 802.11b (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 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 19
19 Mexico Norway Singapore Switzerland USA Netherlands Peru Spain UK Venezuela New Zealand Portugal Sweden Uruguay Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 20
performance or even lose your network connection. 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 Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 21
found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by or ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 22
operation is minimized. In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna distance of 20 cm. Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 23
23 NOTE Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 24
10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 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 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03-5444-9450 Device Authorization - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 25
use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or . To use this model properly, read the user's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 26
guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. ©2005 by Toshiba BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 27
27 Trademarks Satellite and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, and FreedomWare and SmartMedia are trademarks, 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 41 45 Setting up your software 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba 47 Adding external devices 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 29
29 Contents Using the computer for the first time 53 Opening the display panel 53 Your computer's features and specifications ....54 Turning on the power 54 Adding memory 55 Installing a memory module 56 Removing a memory module 61 Using the TouchPad 63 Scrolling with the TouchPad 64 Control - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 30
30 Contents Chapter 2: Learning the Basics 76 Computing tips 76 Using the keyboard 78 Character keys 78 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard 79 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 79 Function keys 80 Windows special keys 80 Overlay keys 80 Using the overlay to type numeric data 81 Starting - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 31
's online resources 105 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery the Internet 131 The Internet 131 The World Wide Web 131 Internet Service Providers 132 Connecting to the Internet 132 Surfing the Internet 133 Internet features 133 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 32
media 142 Removing media 143 Connecting your modem to a telephone line.........144 Connecting to a phone line 144 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 148 Protect & Fix 148 Optimize 148 Using a supervisor password 149 Setting a supervisor password - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 33
Changing or removing existing key assignments 164 TOSHIBA HW Setup 165 TOSHIBA Hotkey utility 167 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings 170 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 172 Problems that are easy to fix 172 Problems when you turn on the computer............174 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 34
193 PC Card problems 193 Printer problems 197 Modem problems 198 Wireless device problems 199 DVD operating problems 202 Develop good computing habits 205 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 206 If you need further assistance 212 Before you contact Toshiba 212 Contacting - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 35
35 Contents Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 225 Getting Started 226 Starting ConfigFree 226 ConfigFree Utilities 228 Connectivity Doctor 228 Search for Wireless Devices 231 Profile Settings 236 ConfigFree SUMMIT 239 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. 36 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 37
, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 39
icon indicates the definition 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 Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 41
Chapter 1 Getting Started This 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 42
such 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 43
not turn on the power again, until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. If you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Continuous contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 44
44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation. Before you remove a PC Card, always wait for it to cool. You could get burned removing a hot PC Card. Never place a heavy - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 45
Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you. Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may be located - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 46
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 of Microsoft's End - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 47
to the product. Product registration can be completed by double-clicking the icon on your desktop or by going to the Toshiba web site at register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty. NOTE To register online - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 48
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, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 49
always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet should be the any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 50
50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 51
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 result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 52
52 Getting Started Charging the main battery NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. See "Changing batteries" on page - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 53
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 54
switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that may come on your computer: Sample system icons Turning on the power To turn - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 55
has loaded completely. Adding memory HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 56
. Installing a memory module Your computer has two memory module slots. One slot is under the keyboard and should only be accessed by a Toshiba authorized service provider. The other memory module slot is accessible on the bottom of your computer, and memory capacity can be upgraded by removing and - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 57
Getting Started Adding memory 57 1 If the computer is on, click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC Adapter cord. 4 Remove the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 58
58 Getting Started Adding memory Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory slot cover. Sample removing the memory slot cover 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 59
Getting Started Adding memory 59 Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its pin connector on the side you - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 60
memory module. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 13 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 14 Re-insert the battery. For information on inserting the battery, see "Changing batteries - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 61
Getting Started Adding memory 61 You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 62
62 Getting Started Adding memory Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and the screw. 5 Turn the computer over and restart it. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 63
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 63 Using the TouchPad™ The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 64
finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad. This feature can be disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 65
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ 65 Sample TouchPad ON/OFF screen 5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window. You can also use a hot key to - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 66
66 Getting Started Turning off the computer Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 67
Getting Started Using external display devices 67 Closing the display panel When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. If you close the computer while it is still on, these actions will occur: ❖ If you have the LCD power- - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 68
68 Getting Started Using external display devices 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 connected an external display device, you can - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 69
modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 800 X 600 or higher. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 70
; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you must set up the printer as described in "Setting up - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 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 the first time. You only need - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 72
Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 73
Getting Started Connecting a microphone 73 When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the Volume Control switch - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 74
. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Sample PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 75
Getting Started Using a computer lock 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 loop. 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 76
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 77
Learning the Basics Computing tips 77 ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 78
78 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 Sample keyboard - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 79
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 79 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer's keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys; editing keys; cursor - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 80
80 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. Sample function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 81
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 81 Sample numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 82
82 Learning the Basics Starting a program To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the overlay for cursor control The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are the cursor - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 83
Learning the Basics Starting a program 83 ❖ Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box The next three sections explain how to start a program from the Start menu, Explorer and the Run dialog box. Starting a program from the Start menu When you install - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Starting a program This example opens WordPad using its file name, wordpad.exe. 1 Click Start, then point to All Programs. 2 Click Accessories. 3 Click Windows Explorer. 4 Click My Computer to expand the window. 5 In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 85
click OK. ❖ If you do not know the location, you can search for it by clicking Start, then Search, and then following the on-screen instructions. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 86
86 Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 87
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 of up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some applications still require file names limited to eight characters. File names - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Printing your work unlikely to recognize a strange extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly. TECHNICAL NOTE: By default, the Windows® XP operating system does not show file extensions. For information on showing or hiding file extensions, see your Windows® XP - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 89
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 on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 90
. DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive may look like this: 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 91
the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 92
92 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive The following media control buttons are used for CD or DVD operation: ❖ The previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc. ❖ The next track button skips to the following track on the disc. ❖ The play/pause button - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 93
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 93 Sample drive tray fully extended HINT: The drive will not open if the computer's power is off. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 94
on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 95
hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Gently pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 96
96 Learning the Basics Using PC Cards Using PC Cards TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later). Other cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use. For - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 97
Learning the Basics Using your computer at the office 97 Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. An external monitor or projector connects to the RGB ( - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 98
98 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk. Make sure the backup - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 99
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 99 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 100
power button. To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select the options you want from the drop - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 101
101 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "Optimize" on page 148. Starting again after Shut down To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on/off light changes to blue. If you shut down the computer by - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 102
files you were using. Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 103
103 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Starting again from Hibernation mode To start up the computer from Hibernation mode, press the power button until the on/off light turns blue. The computer returns to the screen you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 104
into Standby mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Action tab. 4 Select Standby for the options you want - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 105
the display panel, you can start 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 106
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 107
for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba web site at www.accessories.toshiba.com. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 108
potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Charging the main battery To charge the battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 109
109 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 110
110 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped, resulting in the following error message during startup: BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS) CHECK SYSTEM NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 111
111 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power ❖ Off indicates that the battery is not being charged. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashing amber indicates that the computer is using battery power, and the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 112
of power use. To show remaining power: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box appears. Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties Dialog Box The remaining battery charge is indicated on the top-left side of - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 113
. The Windows® operating system has additional power management options that can be accessed through an icon in the Control Panel. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 153. What to do when the battery alarm sounds Your computer can be configured to warn you of a low battery charge - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 114
114 Mobile Computing Changing batteries Before your computer runs out of battery power, save your data and take one of the following actions: ❖ Suspend or shut down your computer. ❖ Shut down your computer and replace the main battery with a charged one. ❖ Connect your computer to an AC power source - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 115
115 Mobile Computing Changing batteries 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer. 4 Turn the computer over. 5 If the battery release lock is in the locked position, slide it toward the unlocked position. Sample battery release lock 6 Press the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 116
116 Mobile Computing Changing batteries If the battery 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 117
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 cannot be - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 118
118 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery ❖ Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could explode. Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: ❖ At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 119
possibly result in serious injury. Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of non-conforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or rupture - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 120
for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Conserving power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 121
combination of power management options. To do this: 1 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 Select an appropriate profile for your work environment, or create your own custom profile. 4 For more information, see "Optimize - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 122
from external power sources, the capacity of one battery pack may be sufficient for your needs. However, if you need more portable power, Toshiba provides these options: ❖ Purchase extra battery packs. ❖ Purchase a battery charger that charges one main battery pack and one secondary battery pack at - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 123
features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 124
124 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar System tray Sample Windows® XP operating - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 125
125 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Recycle Bin - Holds files you have deleted. You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a file from a diskette, it - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 126
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 computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 127
communications ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet NOTE There are many other ways to connect to the Internet in addition to those discussed in this section. For troubleshooting information related to this topic, see "Modem problems" on page 198 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 128
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. 8 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem. 9 Click OK - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 129
129 Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications ❖ While you are at home or traveling, you need a dial-up connection. Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network. Setting up the connection To set up an office connection, consult your network - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 130
connectivity and some features may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may On position. For help with common Wi-Fi networking problems, see "Wireless device problems" on page 199. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 131
introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ Internet features ❖ Uploading and downloading files from the Internet The Internet The Internet - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 132
such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account The Microsoft® Web browser Internet that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 133
. If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas communicate in real-time, one-on-one - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 134
site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 135
135 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features To access the Windows Media Player, you can open it through the Start menu or activate it from the taskbar. If your system is equipped with the optional Media Control buttons (see "Media Control Buttons" on page 91), you can also - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 136
you insert a CD into the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disk, try launching the CD manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Open the Start menu and select My Computer. 2 Click the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive icon. The disc drive - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 137
137 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features Creating a CD Depending on your DVD configuration, your computer may come with a multi-function drive that allows you to: ❖ Play pre-recorded DVDs ❖ Play pre-recorded CDs ❖ Read and write data (depending on your system configuration) - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 138
138 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward 3 Click the Record button. 4 Speak normally into the microphone. 5 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 139
. This port on the left side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate.) This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 140
removing PC Cards As with USB ports, the i.LINK® port supports both Plug-andPlay (automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability is on). Inserting and removing PC Cards Your computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards-You can install one of these - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 141
141 Exploring Your Computer's Features Inserting and removing PC Cards Sample inserting a PC Card 4 When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do not force the card into position. Removing a PC Card Stop the PC Card by - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 142
to your operating system manual or online help. Using the Bridge Media Adapter equipped with a Bridge Media Adapter Slot, which supports the use of Memory StickTM or Memory StickTM and-drop feature of Windows. Inserting media The following instructions apply to all media devices. 1 Turn the media - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 143
143 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot (optional) Sample inserting media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. Do not remove media while data is being written - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 144
your network administrator. ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer 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 telephone - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 145
a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem. 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 146
, set additional options, or change default options. This chapter describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba: ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ Setting a user password ❖ Using a supervisor password ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ Fn-esse® ❖ TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Hotkey utility ❖ TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 146 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 147
the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. ❖ 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 148
a supervisor password ❖ Setting user passwords Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA Power Saver ❖ SD Memory Card Format ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ Mouse utility - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 149
A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options. Setting a supervisor password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 150
your computer secure so that nobody can access your 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 151
151 Toshiba Utilities Setting user passwords Hardware Setup. This is useful if more than one person uses the computer. A single user password supports the instant and power-on password functions. When setting up the various passwords, keep the following in mind: ❖ The user password can be set up - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 152
. PC Diagnostic Tool This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online help documentation within the application for any additional help. To start this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and click Computer Diagnostics. The PC Diagnostic - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 153
(plus) and - (minus) symbols to expand and collapse the categories. 3 Click Start Diagnostics when you are ready to begin the tests. TOSHIBA Power Saver The TOSHIBA Power Saver feature enables you to control your computer's power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 154
preset modes 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 155
155 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 156
This utility is used to format SD cards used with the Bridge Media Adapter Slot. To access the SD Memory Card Format utility through the TOSHIBA Assist window, click Optimize on the left side of the window, then double-click the SD Memory Card Format icon. The SD Memory Card Format - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 157
157 Toshiba Utilities CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer This utility can slow the speed of your optical drive to make it run - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 158
Utilities Mouse utility Mouse utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your TouchPad or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Assist window, click Optimize on the left side of the window, then double-click the Mouse icon. The Mouse Properties screen appears. Sample - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 159
❖ Adobe Reader ❖ Icons on the desktop To access the zooming utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Toshiba Zooming Utility. You can also access the utility through the TOSHIBA Assist window, by clicking Optimize on the left side of the window, then double-clicking the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 160
160 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen Select the desired option(s), then click OK. The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 161
Utilities Fn-esse® Fn-esse® Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba's Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and a hot key or a keyboard overlay. Starting Fn-esse® Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse window - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 162
162 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available To assign a key to a program or document: 1 Start both Fn-esse and Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 163
163 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected. To open the program or document, press Fn plus - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 164
164 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 165
or Popup... and continue as if you were creating a new assignment. ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. To access it, open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 166
166 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA HW Setup ❖ Password-Allows you to set or reset a user you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button, then quickly pressing the F12 key, or the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 167
Apply, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system. TOSHIBA Hotkey utility The TOSHIBA Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 168
of windows and switch the active window ❖ Open Internet Explorer favorites TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is like a miniature Windows® desktop. You can personalize TOSHIBA Touch and Launch to help you work more efficiently. To activate TOSHIBA Touch and Launch, touch and hold your finger on a corner of - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 169
to choose the icon's function. If the icon is highlighted in orange and selected, the function corresponding to the selected icon launches and the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch window closes. If the icon is highlighted in blue and selected, the function corresponding to the selected icon launches and the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 170
. Right-click the icon to see the following shortcuts: ❖ Settings The Settings function allows you to define the functions/ features you can access in TOSHIBA Touch and Launch ❖ Disable/Enable ❖ Help ❖ About TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings When you choose the Settings shortcut menu entry, the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 171
Touch and Launch Settings window. These are the same items (icons) you can choose in the Corner Assignment section of the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings. As you select a table, the Settings button may become active. Not all tables have settings. The New Table button allows you - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 172
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 173
173 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words "not responding" appear - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 174
displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 175
Your computer may be in Standby mode and have a software or resource conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously. Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 176
time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. ❖ The screen does not look right. Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 177
to change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. To open known good configuration (your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 178
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 179
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 180
180 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 181
you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 182
Device Manager provides a way to view the 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 Open the Start menu, and click Control Panel, then - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 183
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 button is also present. 6 Click Troubleshoot... A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 184
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. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cord/cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. Here are some - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 185
be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 186
Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control mode light or Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numlock light. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard. Refer to the software documentation - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 187
the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 188
more information see Windows® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current . Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display properties: - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 189
at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, and not simultaneous Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 190
190 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds: To run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Right-click the drive you - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 191
programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 189). - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 192
Resolving a hardware conflict DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the DVD-ROM eject button - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 193
supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVDROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (readonly), and CD-RW (read-only). If the problem slide out." on page 192. Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from volume control. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 194
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 195
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket to make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 181 for more information. Since all PC Cards - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 196
Standby mode. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported with this computer. For more information on Hibernation and Standby modes see Card documentation. Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems. A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 197
the computer and the printer. Run the printer's self-test to check for any 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 that came with the printer. You may have connected the printer while the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 198
Resolving a hardware conflict Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not (bits per second) or higher. Refer to the program's documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem is on, set up the Toshiba web site at pcsupport - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 199
device problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, Service Set Identifier (SSID), or network name, is correct-i.e., that it matches the SSID assigned to the access point you are attempting to connect through. SSIDs are case-sensitive. Toshiba - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 200
driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages- these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support ❖ Enter "IPCONFIG /ALL" and press Enter. ❖ The IP address for each active network adapter will be displayed. ❖ Connect problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi part of your - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 201
192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter. ❖ If "Request Timed Out" or another error message appears in response, then the problem is probably Wi-Fi-related. ❖ If you have enabled any security provisions (closed system, MAC address filtering, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), etc.), check - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 202
support group for further advice. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may be able to fix the problem yourself. For general problems playing drive can also cause audio problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 203
. The DVD-ROM drive should appear in the list. 6 See "Checking device properties" on page 182 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVDROM properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD-ROM drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 204
204 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 205
feature. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 76 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your guides. It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 206
with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the for later recall. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or System Restore utility: 1 Click Start. 2 Click Help and Support. 3 Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 207
. Then, at a later time, you can re-establish your 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 Restore. 4 Click Restore my computer to an earlier time, then click Next - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 208
have created with it, and stored on its hard disk drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as read - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 209
example: ❖ E-mail files and settings-for Outlook, Outlook Express, or other e-mail apps. Visit the vendors' Web sites (www.microsoft.com, for example) for detailed instructions. ❖ Newsgroup files and settings-for Outlook Express, or other newsgroup readers. Visit the vendors' Web sites for detailed - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 210
of files to as many CDs as is required to hold them. Windows XP also includes a Backup utility, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, Help and Support, or start the Backup utility by clicking Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Backup. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 211
be very difficult to complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart Windows. Always restart Windows it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 212
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 213
you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware-related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you. Toshiba's Technical Support Website For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent software and - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 214
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/index.htm http://servicio.toshiba.com Worldwide Toshiba corporate site Marketing and product information in the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 215
20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 of the US this call may incur long-distance charges) Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 216
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 217
217 Hot Keys Password security Password security Fn + This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display's content reappear, if no password is set for the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 218
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. 2 In the Search field, type password screen saver. 3 Press Enter. 4 Click the Protect your files with a screen saver password - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 219
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 153. Standby mode Fn + This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 220
220 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key places the 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. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 221
221 Hot Keys Display modes Display modes Fn + This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only ❖ Built-in display panel and TV ❖ TV only - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 222
. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows 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 159. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 223
223 Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys Fn + 8 Fn + This hot key informs you when the Wireless antenna on-off switch is in the off position. (No message appears when the Wi-Fi-antenna on-off switch is in the on position.) This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 224
Appendix B Power Cord/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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 225
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 226
226 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Profile Settings-The Profiles utility lets you switch between ® 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 Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 227
227 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. on the taskbar, and then NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 228
™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample ConfigFree Launcher Auto-hide mode setting 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 229
229 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor works with the following wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address. A wireless network device also shows information - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 230
230 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing device information 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. A triangle containing an exclamation - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 231
231 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the Connectivity Doctor screen: Stay on the task When checked, the ConfigFree icon resides - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 232
232 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities For Wi-Fi networks, the intensity of a signal is displayed in five levels or "bands." The signal from the connected access point - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 233
233 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 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 option from ConfigFree - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 234
234 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 3 Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. NOTE After the Access Point is set up and added to the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 235
235 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Transferring files using Bluetooth® There are several ways to use Bluetooth to send files to other devices. To select the device using - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 236
236 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 237
237 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities office and at home can set up profiles devices, infrared devices, and set the power status of Bluetooth® antennas. ❖ TCP/IP settings - includes DHCP, IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, DNS server, and WINS server settings. ❖ - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 238
238 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 8 Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more capture options. 9 Under Captured Items, select the items you want - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 239
239 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 240
240 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The SUMMIT utility uses the following types of connections: ❖ Wireless LAN via Access Point ❖ Wireless LAN via Ad-Hoc ❖ LAN (same subnet) ❖ - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 241
241 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 242
242 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 243
243 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. NOTE SUMMIT can also be started not always be available. To find out how to use Quick Connect to launch ConfigFree Summit, see "Direct Link Toshiba Device" on page 246. - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 244
Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad connection is broken and reestablished later. To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: 1 Click the icon in the - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 245
Computer ConfigFree Utilities 4 Click OK. NOTE The default connection setting is for Ad hoc mode, therefore, if the setting on the Toshiba Wireless Projector is in Infrastructure mode, it will not connect. However, you can change the settings to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 246
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 feature. Sample using the Direct - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 247
247 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 248
248 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature Semi-Automatic Switch Feature 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 249
TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. 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 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 250
disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O input/output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 (parallel port) LSI large - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 251
film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms These terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 252
signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system when you - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 253
253 Glossary byte - A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte. C cache - A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 254
the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 255
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 256
256 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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 257
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 your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 258
. internal device - See device. Internet - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 259
259 Glossary liquid crystal display (LCD) - A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it. A filter - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 260
260 Glossary multi-function drive-A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media. multimedia - A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a computer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital Interface - See MIDI. N network - A collection of - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 261
you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See also - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 262
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 M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 263
-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB) - A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W Web - See - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 264
charging 184 power usage hot key 121 power usage mode 219 unlocking 115 battery alarms 113 battery power displaying remaining 112 monitoring 110 BIOS see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media slot 142 button power 55 start 125 C CD creating 137 264 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 265
181 checking properties 182 disabling a device 182 devices keyboard 69 mouse 69 disable/enable TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 171 Disk Defragmenter 190 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 191 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 running slow 190 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 191 cannot - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 266
problems 202 DVD-ROM drive problems 192 troubleshooting 192 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 192 E energy saving features 106 error messages device driver conflict 179 general hardware problem 179 non-system disk or disk error 191 problem 72 using 139 Help and Support Windows XP 178 Hibernation - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 267
not found 178 Internet Explorer icon 125 Internet Service Providers 132 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 180 ISPs keys 223 not working 175 overlay keys 80 troubleshooting 186 Windows special keys 80 keyboard, external M memory adding 55 expansion slots 56 problem solving 183 removing expansion slot cover 58 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 268
Structure) 194 computer stops working 195 configuring 142 errors 196 hot swapping 96 hot swapping fails 196 inserting 140 modem default 127 not recognized 196 problem solving 193, 195 removing 141 setting up 142 using 96 Plug and Play 180 port COM 127 Ethernet LAN 129 RGB 67 power alarms 113 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 269
problem solving 197 printing a file 88 problem solving inserted 195 computer will not power up 174 contacting Toshiba 212, 213 corrupted/damaged data files 191 Device Manager is slow 178 keyboard not responding 175 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 189 modem not receiving or transmitting 198 - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 270
to modem 144 television adjusting display 69 Toshiba Internet Web sites 214 worldwide offices 214 Toshiba Hardware Setup 165 Toshiba online resources 105 TOSHIBA Touch and Launch 168 disable/enable 171 Toshiba utilities 146 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 202 DVD-ROM drive 192 external - Toshiba Satellite M55-S3311 | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Satellite M50/M55 - Page 271
mute hot key 216 W warranty limited warranty 40 Web sites 213 Toshiba 214 Wi-Fi wireless networking 128 Windows Explorer 83 Windows Media Player 134 Windows Start menu 83 Windows XP Help and Support 178 problem solving 176 Windows XP Professional desktop 123 wireless interoperability 7 wireless
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