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145 Exploring Your Options Inserting and removing PC Cards 3 Insert the PC Card. Sample inserting a PC Card 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. To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer, do not force the card into the PC Card slot. Removing a PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. 1 Locate the PC Card eject button. 2 Press the PC Card eject button once to extend it, and push it in to remove the PC Card.

Section	Page
Satellite® P30/P35 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	28
Introduction	35
This guide	36
Safety icons	37
Other icons used	38
Other documentation	38
Service options	39
Chapter 1: Getting Started	40
Selecting a place to work	40
Creating a computer-friendly environment	40
Keeping yourself comfortable	41
Other precautions	45
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	46
Setting up your computer	47
Setting up your software	47
Registering your computer with Toshiba	48
Adding external devices	49
Connecting to a power source	49
Charging the main battery	52
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
Using the TouchPad™	55
Scrolling with the TouchPad™	56
Using the Scroll button	56
Using the Control buttons	56
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	57
Installing additional memory (optional)	58
Removing a memory module	62
Using a mouse	64
Connecting a local printer	64
Setting up your printer	65
Using external display devices	68
Connecting the display device	68
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	70
Adjusting the quality of the external display	71
Turning off the computer	72
Caring for your computer	73
Cleaning the computer	73
Moving the computer	73
Using a computer lock	74
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	75
Computing tips	75
Using the keyboard	77
Character keys	77
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	78
Function keys	78
Windows ® special keys	78
Overlay keys	79
Using the overlay to type numeric data	79
Starting a program	80
Starting a program from the Start menu	81
Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer	81
Starting a program from the Run dialog box	82
Saving your work	83
Printing your work	85
Backing up your files	86
Restoring your work	87
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive	87
Drive components and control buttons	88
DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components	89
Media control buttons	90
Inserting a disc	91
Playing an audio CD	94
Playing CDs using Auto-Run	96
Creating a CD	96
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD	97
Removing a disc with the computer on	97
Removing a disc with the computer off	98
Caring for CD or DVD discs	98
Powering down the computer	99
Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command	99
Using Hibernation mode	102
Using Standby mode	104
Toshiba’s online resources	106
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	107
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	107
Running the computer on battery power	108
Battery Notice	108
Power management	109
Using additional batteries	109
Charging the batteries	110
Charging the main battery	110
Charging the RTC battery	111
Monitoring battery power	112
Determining remaining battery power	113
What to do when the battery runs low	114
Setting battery alarms	115
Conserving battery power	115
Power profiles in Windows XP	116
Using a hot key to set the power profile	117
Changing the main battery	118
Removing the battery from the computer	118
Inserting the battery into the computer	120
Taking care of your battery	121
Safety precautions	121
Maximizing battery life	122
Disposing of used batteries	123
Traveling tips	124
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options	125
Exploring the desktop	125
Finding your way around the desktop	126
Setting up for communications	129
Determining the COM port	130
Connecting the modem to a telephone line	131
Connecting your computer to a network	132
An overview of using the Internet	135
The Internet	135
The World Wide Web	135
Internet Service Providers	136
Connecting to the Internet	136
Surfing the Internet	137
Internet features	137
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet	138
Exploring video features	138
Changing the display properties setting	139
Display settings hot key	139
Exploring audio features	140
Recording sounds	140
Using external speakers or headphones	142
Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse	143
Inserting and removing PC Cards	143
PC Card supporting software	144
Inserting a PC Card	144
Removing a PC Card	145
Setting up a PC Card for your computer	146
Hot swapping	146
Using the Bridge Media slot	147
Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media	147
Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media	148
Inserting an SD™ Card	148
Removing an SD™ Card	149
Inserting an xD-Picture Card™	149
Removing an xD-Picture Card™	150
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities	151
TOSHIBA Console	151
Customizing Your Computer	152
Network	152
Power Saver	153
Mouse utility	155
Hotkey utility	155
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer	156
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	157
Problems that are easy to fix	157
Problems when you turn on the computer	159
The Windows ® operating system is not working	160
Using Startup options to fix problems	161
Internet problems	162
The Windows® XP operating system can help you	162
Resolving a hardware conflict	163
A plan of action	163
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own	164
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	165
Memory problems	167
Power and the batteries	168
Keyboard problems	169
Display problems	170
Disk drive problems	172
DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems	174
Sound system problems	175
PC Card problems	176
Printer problems	179
Modem problems	180
Develop good computing habits	180
If you need further assistance	181
Before you call	182
Contacting Toshiba	182
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	183
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	184
Appendix A: Hot Keys	186
Volume Mute	186
Instant password security	187
Power usage profile	187
Stand By mode	188
Hibernation mode	189
Display modes	190
Enabling a wireless device	191
Display brightness	191
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	192
Keyboard hot keys	192
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors	193
Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer	194
Getting Started	195
Starting ConfigFree	195
ConfigFree Utilities	196
Connectivity Doctor	196
Search for Wireless Devices	199
Profile Settings	201
Quick Connect	203
Using the Automatic Switch	206
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature	207
Glossary	208