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Satellite® R10/R15 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 2
. Model: Satellite R10/R15 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 3
applications" means life support systems, medical and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference USB port, PS/2 port®,i.LINK® port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 4
This 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 7
optimal 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 http - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 policy Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 9
interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 19
UK Venezuela Portugal Sweden Uruguay Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio Thailand Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 20
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 http://www.pcsupport - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 21
: ❖ Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board airplanes, 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 applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 23
23 Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 24
ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 25
drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazard, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required. Copyright This guide - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 26
OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Trademarks Satellite is a registered trademark, and SmartMedia is a trademark, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 27
27 Computer disposal information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 28
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 46 Setting up your software 47 Registering your computer with Toshiba 48 Adding external devices 48 Connecting to a power source 49 Charging - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 29
power 54 Using the TouchPad 55 Adding memory 58 Installing a memory module 58 Removing a memory module 64 Connecting an external USB keyboard 65 Connecting an external USB mouse 65 Connecting a printer 66 Setting up a printer 67 Using your computer in tablet mode 68 Using external display - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 30
Windows Explorer .....84 Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....85 Saving your work 86 Printing your work 87 Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive...........88 Drive Standby mode 106 Toshiba's online resources 109 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 110 Toshiba's energy-saver design 110 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 31
precautions 124 Maximizing battery life 125 Disposing of used batteries 127 Traveling tips 128 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 129 Windows XP special features 129 Personalizing your desktop 130 Customizing the taskbar 130 Bringing the world to your desktop 130 Changing desktop - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 32
the Internet 142 The Internet 142 The World Wide Web 142 Internet Service Providers 143 Connecting to the Internet 143 Surfing the Internet 144 ..........146 Recording sounds 147 Using a microphone 147 Using tablet mode 148 Preparing to use the tablet 148 Using the Toshiba tablet pen - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 33
171 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 173 TOSHIBA Accessibility 175 TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer .....176 TOSHIBA Button Controls Utility 177 TOSHIBA Rotation Utility 177 Cross Menu Utility 180 TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility 182 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 183 TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 34
191 Setting a hard disk drive master and user password in System Setup 192 Changing the master and user passwords in System Setup 194 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong 196 Problems that are easy to fix 196 Problems when you turn on the computer............198 The Windows operating system is not - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 35
DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...216 Sound system problems 217 PC Card problems 217 Printer problems 221 Modem problems 222 Wireless networking problems 223 DVD operating problems 226 Develop good computing habits 229 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP 230 If you - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 36
Power Cord/Cable Connectors 249 USA and Canada 249 United Kingdom 249 Australia 249 Europe 249 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 250 Getting Started 251 Starting ConfigFree 251 ConfigFree Utilities 253 Connectivity Doctor 253 Search for Wireless Devices 256 Profile - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 37
computing. With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go. You will find your operating system, Microsoft® Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition, its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. 37 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 38
, 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 39
Safety icons 39 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 40
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 41
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 42
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 43
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 44
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 45
or cause system failure. ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. ❖ Keep the computer and disks away from objects that - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 46
46 Getting Started Setting up your computer 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 on the bottom of the computer. To prevent possible overheating of - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 47
displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 48
double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba web site at www.register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Connect a mouse (see "Connecting an external USB keyboard" on page 65) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see "Connecting an external - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 49
Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 50
50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source AC adapter AC adapter cord Power cord/cable Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: 1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter. Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter Handling the cord on - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 51
source; never run a cord/cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten or attach cord in place; disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 52
52 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 53
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 53 Sample opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel. To learn how to rotate the display panel or use your computer in - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 54
possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your selected model may not to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible 2 If an optional external diskette drive is connected to your computer, verify that the drive is empty. 3 Slide the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 55
computer for the first time 55 on the system indicator panel glows green-about one second. Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data. 4 The preinstalled operating system loads automatically. When you - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 56
or enabling the TouchPad The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the current enable/disable TouchPad setting: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 57
OFF tab 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 disable or enable the TouchPad. See, "Disabling or enabling the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 58
Started Adding memory 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 59
computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 60
60 Getting Started Adding memory Memory module slot cover Sample locating the memory module slot cover 7 Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. Sample unscrewing the memory slot cover 8 Remove the memory slot cover. 9 Place the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 61
its antistatic packaging. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 11 Insert the memory module into the socket on the underside of the computer. Sample inserting the memory module into the slot - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 62
62 Getting Started Adding memory 12 Hold the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot, at a slight angle to the socket. clip clip Sample inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 63
Getting Started Adding memory 63 clip clip Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. The clips on either side of - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 64
64 Getting Started Adding memory Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-9 in "Adding memory" on page 58 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 65
one memory module installed for the computer to work. Connecting an external USB keyboard You can attach an external standard keyboard to a USB port on your computer, provided the keyboard is USB-compatible. Connecting an external USB mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 66
a USB cable was not included with your printer, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer will automatically recognize the printer; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 67
to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, Faxes window appears. 2 Click Add a printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 68
68 Getting Started Using your computer in tablet mode Using your computer in tablet mode One of your computer's features is a convertible display that allows you to use the screen much as you would a writing tablet. Sample rotating the screen To use your system in tablet mode, open your computer, - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 69
tablet mode" on page 148. NOTE Included with your computer is the Cross Menu application which allows you to make Hot Key assignments, access other Toshiba utilities, and create your own custom menus. For details on using the Cross Menu, refer to "Cross Menu Utility" on page 180. Your computer - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 70
70 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 71
Getting Started Using external display devices 71 3 Release the Fn key. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel and clicking Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 72
mode, 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. If you have your internal display set to horizontal landscape and then rotate the internal display to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 73
on the computer again, you automatically return to where you left off. ❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, power down the computer. The Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you are connected to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 74
off the computer Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in Alternatives include: ❖ Using Hot Key combinations ❖ Opening and closing the display panel ❖ Pressing the Windows Security button on the front of the display (the button on the far left) For more - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 75
case with a lightly dampened cloth. Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive-in-use light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 76
your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. Sample computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 77
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips and provides important information about the system's basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work temporarily stays in the computer's memory until you save it to the hard disk. You will lose all unsaved work, - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 78
, email, or download from the Internet. ❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 79
the Basics Using the keyboard 79 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. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 80
NOTE The emulation Fn key and the Wake up on Keyboard while in Standby are only functional when using the internal keyboard; they are not supported when using a USB keyboard. Your computer's keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key. Most of the time this does not matter. However, some programs - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 81
with icons run programmed functions specific to your computer. For more information, see "Hot Keys" on page 240. Windows® special keys Start key Application key Sample Windows® special keys Your computer's keyboard has two keys, located at the topright of the keyboard, that have special functions - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 82
82 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard & 7 Home 7 U ∗ 8 8 ( 9 PgUp 9 I O ) 0 ∗ P 4 5 J K End 1 2 M Ins 0 6 - L : PgDn 3 ; + > ? . Del . / / Sample numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 83
to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have the following options: ❖ Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 84
If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you should know the file - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 85
Files folder. 7 In the left pane of the window, click Windows NT. 8 In the left pane of the window, click Accessories. Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window. 9 In the right part of the window, double-click WordPad. WordPad opens. To close the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 86
dialog box: ❖ For a program in the Windows® NT folder, type just the program name. Otherwise . When the Search screen displays, follow the displayed instructions. HINT: To run the same program again, click computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. Always save your data even when - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 87
you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name. Printing your work Verify that the Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition operating system is set up for your printer as described in "Setting up a printer" on page 67. TECHNICAL NOTE: You only - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 88
wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVDROM drive or multi-function drive. TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 89
-Press to release the disc tray. Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 90
not open if the computer's power is off. 4 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open. Sample of drive tray fully extended 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 91
sure the disc is completely 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 your network administrator for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 92
All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control). Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media® Player option and click OK. Sample Audio CD - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 93
the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 93 Sample Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 94
94 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive example, if it is a music CD, open Windows® Media Player and point it to play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files on the disk. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 95
the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive 95 2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject button access hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 96
dry completely before inserting it in the drive. Backing up your work Back up all Windows XP" on page 232. HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk mat take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 97
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 97 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 98
® XP Tablet PC Edition operating system uses Turn Off if you are not connected to a Windows® network server (domain server). It uses Shut down if you are connected to a Windows® network server (domain server). Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down: ❖ No power is used while the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 99
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer 99 ❖ Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 100
. For more information about setting up hibernation, refer to "Using Hibernation mode" on page 103. The computer turns itself off. If you are connected to a Windows® network server (domain server), power off the computer as follows: 1 Click the Start button, then Shut down. The Shut Down - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 101
on the feature in TOSHIBA Power Saver. 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click the Setup - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 102
Shut down if you want the computer to turn off when you slide the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down To start the computer up again, slide and release the power - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 103
, you can enable it as follows: 1 Right-click the mouse on the Toshiba Power Saver icon located in the System Task Tray. 2 Click Hibernate. 3 Click Start, Turn off computer. The Turn off computer window appears. Sample Turn off computer window with Shift key held down to show Hibernate option 2 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 104
. For information about the hotkey combination, see "Hibernation mode" on page 245. To set up your Hibernation options: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 105
105 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click to select a profile. 5 Click the Setup Action tab. 6 Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 106
down the computer Starting again from Hibernation Use these instructions to restart the computer when you enter Standby mode you were previously using. Using Standby mode If you are not connected to a Windows® network server (domain server), power down the computer using the Standby command as - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 107
1 Click the Start button, then select Shut down. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Stand by from the drop-down list of options. , Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 108
108 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click to select a profile. 5 Click the Setup Action tab. Sample Full Power Properties window - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 109
Standby mode when you close the display panel. 7 Click Apply. 8 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Starting again from Standby Use these instructions to restart the computer when you enter Standby mode by closing the display panel: AC power - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 110
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 111
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 112
familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional second battery (not included - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 113
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. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 114
114 Mobile Computing Charging batteries The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions: ❖ The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to 26 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 115
115 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model. The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on. If the RTC - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 116
to confuse the battery light ( ) and the on/off light ( ). When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using Windows® XP Standby command). - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 117
remaining capacity and perform its calculations. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. 3 The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 118
118 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power power the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 119
reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound an alarm, display a message, both, or none hard disk, DVD-ROM or multi- function drive, diskette drives, or other optional devices ❖ Where you are and turn it back on again ❖ Use Toshiba's power-saving options These power-saving options control - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 120
options. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 2 Select an appropriate profile for your work environment or create your own custom profile - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 121
key to set the Power Profile. To set the Power Profile: 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the Power Profile pop-up window. Sample Power Profile mode pop-up window 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the desired Power Profile. The Power Profile options are: Full Power - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 122
battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Power off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using Hibernation mode" on page 103. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter. 4 Close the display - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 123
123 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 5 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 6 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. Sample removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 124
124 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. Sample inserting the battery 3 Turn the computer right side up. 4 Reconnect any cables - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 125
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 126
126 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes. If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time, continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged. If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 127
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 If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 128
offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 129
protection ❖ A system restore function, allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode ❖ An improved help center, support automation, and automatic Windows® operating system update ❖ Wizards to simplify setting up your home network ❖ Ability to share one Internet connection among multiple - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 130
settings, point to an empty space in the taskbar and click the secondary button. Then click Properties. Bringing the world to your desktop With the Windows® Professional Tablet Edition operating system you can set up your desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 131
on the desktop and click the secondary button. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Desktop tab. 4 Click the Customize Desktop button. 5 Click the Web tab. 6 Follow the instructions to set up your desktop. Adding components to the Web content interface 1 Point to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 132
configure the Web content interface in several other ways. For further information, see your operating system documentation or access Windows® Help by clicking Start, Help and Support. Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 133
Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window. If you subscribe to the Web page, it can be automatically updated on a regular basis. For example, using this Web integration feature you can monitor - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 134
add these toolbars to the taskbar. Address bar Standard buttons Sample toolbar locations The elements you can add to the top of the window are: Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages, programs, folders, or documents. By default, the address bar shows your current location - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 135
the name of the toolbar you want to display. The toolbar appears below the menu bar of the current window. Displaying information about each folder In addition to displaying the contents of each window, you might find it helpful to have the operating system display the name of the folder and brief - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 136
a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page. Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 137
support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you are having trouble and Modem options. The Phone and Modem options window appears. 3 Click the Modems tab. A not working properly, click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions. 7 Click OK - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 138
138 Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 139
to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect minutes as it waits for a reply. To avoid this delay, you can configure the Windows® operating system to disable the LAN port. To disable the LAN port: 1 Click Start - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 140
design and software/hardware configurations. NOTE Wireless 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 come with an optional wireless LAN module - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 141
communications For help with common Wi-Fi networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 223. Accessing the wireless modules the modules from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider. Using Bluetooth® The following information applies to those - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 142
devices using Bluetooth other than Toshiba mobile PCs. An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 143
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 144
you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas can communicate in real-time, one-on - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 145
board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring sounds through the internal speaker. It uses the sound settings in your operating system, except for the system speaker, which is configured by the Toshiba - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 146
the volume dial down, and do not set the volume too high when using the headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing. Your computer is equipped with a sound system with an internal speaker. Instead of using the internal speaker, you can connect headphones or a pair of external - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 147
microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder. Positioning bar Sample Sound Recorder screen Record Stop Play Skip forward Skip backward 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 148
148 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using tablet mode 4 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. 5 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. 6 To save the file, select Save from the File menu. NOTE The microphone on your computer might be set to Mute. To check this - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 149
149 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using tablet mode 3 Rotate the display panel clockwise 180o (degrees). When you complete this task, the screen clicks into place and faces away from the keyboard. When rotating your computer's LCD screen, be sure to slowly turn the screen in the proper - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 150
down flat By default, the computer desktop will automatically rotate to primary portrait view. For more information on changing tablet screen settings, see "TOSHIBA Rotation Utility" on page 177. 6 To send the video to an external monitor, use the Cross Menu button (the Cross-Functional button) and - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 151
described in "Changing the main battery" on page 122. Once the battery is removed, locate the optional emergency pen inside the battery compartment. 2 Use the Toshiba tablet pen on the tablet as you would any pointing device or pen. Sample writing on the tablet NOTE You can also use tablet mode - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 152
tablet pen on the screen's Title Bar. Hold the pen down and drag the window to its new location. When working in a supported application, you can use the Toshiba tablet pen like a pen and simply draw or write directly onto the tablet's work space. Returning the computer to its original configuration - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 153
of data in real-time, such as video devices. As with USB ports, the i.LINK® port supports both Plug-andPlay (automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability to The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services software for your PC Card. Even if your PC Card comes with its own version - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 154
154 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using PC Cards Sample inserting a PC Card 3 When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Avoid forcing the card into position. Removing a PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 155
a hard disk card or CD-ROM drive card while the system is accessing the card taskbar. Using an optional SD® card Your computer supports the use of an SD card. The card can Windows. Installing SD card drivers During installation of the SD card drivers, one or more dialog boxes may - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 156
on Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click on SD Memory Card Format. NOTE Multi Media Cards (MMCs) are not supported by this product. Stopping or removing the SD card after formatting If you have formatted the SD card drive with the Windows® operating system format (see Formatting - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 157
to carry unnecessary components with you when you travel. For example, any one of several modules can be used in the Slim SelectBay: ❖ DVD-ROM drive ❖ Multi-function - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 158
's Features Using the Slim SelectBay® ❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD) HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 159
159 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Slim SelectBay® Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay® To install a module into the Slim SelectBay, simply slide the module all the way into the Slim SelectBay until the latch locks into place. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 160
are described in this chapter: ❖ Fn-esse ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ PC Diagnostic Tool ❖ HDD Protection Utility ❖ Power Management ❖ Hotkey utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Mobile Extension ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Button Controls Utility 160 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 161
TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility Fn-esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba combination to: ❖ Open a Windows® program ❖ Open a file in its associated Windows® program ❖ Display a customized folder of Windows® programs and/ or files - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 162
162 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Sample Fn-esse keyboard The keys are color-coded assign a key to a program or document: 1 Start both Fn-esse and Windows® Explorer (or the program supporting drag-and-drop). 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 163
Toshiba open the program or document, press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows® program. Using the keyboard or pointing device To assign a key to open a Assignment Type dialog box appears. Follow the instructions in the "Making a direct key assignment" on page 164 or "Making - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 164
164 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Making a direct key assignment To make a direct key box, then complete these steps: 1 Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu. The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 165
165 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist To view items in a popup list, click the Expand popup if you were creating a new assignment. 3 To remove the key assignment, click Clear. TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 166
166 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Sample TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect and Fix ❖ Optimize Connect The options available in this category are: ❖ Connectivity Doctor Secure The options - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 167
TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Button Controls Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Rotation Utility ❖ Cross Menu Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility PC Diagnostic Tool This utility can help diagnose problems - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 168
168 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Sample PC Diagnostic Tool screen HDD Protection Utility Your computer comes with an application which can park the Hard Disk Drive whenever motion is detected on the computer. This utility is used to either disable or set the sensitivity of this application. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 169
preset power modes, or create one yourself. To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Assist, click the Power Management icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Save Modes tab shows the power usage for both AC power and - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 170
170 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist reconfigure that function. Any options that you change become effective by clicking Property. Customizing a power mode 1 Highlight the profile on the Profiles window. 2 Make the desired changes to settings on the Basic Setup page and the Setup Action page. 3 Click - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 171
1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Hotkey utility. The Hotkey window appears. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Put a check mark next to the desired option. 3 Click OK. TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 172
Hotkey utility Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for Boot Priority - Allows you to set the order of priority by which the machine searches for a device to boot from; in addition to changing the network boot protocol. You can also manually choose the boot - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 173
SelectBay®, use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration. To use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration: 1 Click Start, then Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click TOSHIBA Mobile Extension. The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration dialog box appears - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 174
tab, you can select behaviors to enable or disable, like Warm Undock Service and Notification Messages, by checking or unchecking the appropriate box. Sample TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service tab options 4 Under the Display Change Service tab, you can set the default display configuration you wish to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 175
utility Sample Display Change Service tab options TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you Accessibility: 1 Click Start, then click All Programs. 2 Select Toshiba, Utilities, Accessibility. The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears. 3 Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box. 4 Put a - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 176
. You can use this utility to make listening to Music CDs more enjoyable. NOTE When you change the CD/DVD drive to "Quiet" mode, the setting is only valid for the current Windows session. If you shut down, restart, log off, or resume from hibernation, the setting will revert back to Normal - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 177
the right side of the computer, by choosing the application or action from a list available on the utility screen. Sample Toshiba Controls Properties screen TOSHIBA Rotation Utility This utility allows you to change the default setting of the display format (primary portrait) to three other display - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 178
recommends that you use the Toshiba Rotation Utility to change screen rotation options and settings for the tablet feature Tablet and Pen Settings. NOTE The Escape key, located between the Cross-Functional button and the Windows Security button on the front of the display can "lock" the display - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 179
you to set various options for using the tablet and pen. To access Tablet and Pen Settings: From the TOSHIBA Assist, click the Tablet and Pen Settings icon. Tablet and Pen Settings window ❖ The Settings tab allows you to specify whether you are left handed or right handed, and the menu location - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 180
set various pen options. After making your selections on the Tablet and Pen Settings window, click OK. Cross Menu Utility The Cross Menu Utility allows you to make Hot Key assignments to launch applications, access Toshiba utilities, or create your own custom menus. To start the Cross Menu Utility - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 181
181 Toshiba Utilities Hotkey utility Sample Cross Menu Utility screen 2 Move the Cross-Functional button up or down to select a menu. 3 a New Menu NOTE You can add up to five menus. To create a new menu: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Tablet PC, and then Cross Menu. The Cross Menu Setting - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 182
click Open. 5 When you have finished adding applications to the menu, click OK. TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility This utility allows you to create and register an access code controlling who can log onto Windows. NOTE When creating and registering an access code, you can choose any character or - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 183
Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Logon Utility screen 2 To create an access code, click New Registration. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility desktop ❖ Microsoft® Internet Explorer, Microsoft® Office, Windows® Media Player, and Adobe® Reader (you can select one or - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 184
to use the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility, right click on the icon in the taskbar and click on Help. TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility In order to boot from an SD card, you must make the card SD card bootable. To do so, run the Toshiba SD Memory Boot Utility. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 185
Utilities Hotkey utility Sample TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen 1 Attach a USB floppy drive to your computer, and insert a bootable floppy disk. 2 Insert the SD card. NOTE Be sure to back up your data to external media before performing this procedure as data on the drive may be lost - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 186
the security options for your notebook computer. Using passwords in the Windows® operating system Setting a password lets you walk away from your must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports the following types of passwords on your computer: ❖ A power-on - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 187
and later forget the password, YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO ACCESS YOUR HARD DISK AGAIN unless you have set a hard disk drive master password and you remember that password. Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 188
media. 6 If you want to save the password, click OK and then follow the on-screen instructions. If you do not want to save the password, click Cancel. 7 Click OK on the Toshiba Password Utility window. Your user password is now in effect. Use it when you start the computer (power-on password - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 189
189 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system Using the power-on (user-level) password System Setup utility that lets you set two types of hard disk drive passwords-user and master. These passwords protect your primary and secondary hard disks as follows: ❖ Setting - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 190
, your computer may alert you that this feature is not supported by your drive. If this happens and you want to establish a master password for your hard disk, contact your network administrator for instructions. Setting a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup If you choose to set - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 191
Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system illuminates (green) for approximately System Setup prompts you to confirm your change, Press Y. Deleting or changing a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup To delete or change a user only password in System Setup - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 192
192 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system the following message appears on the screen: hard disk drive master and user password in System Setup Make sure you choose a hard disk drive master password you can remember easily. If you set a hard disk drive user password - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 193
password protection, your computer may alert you that this feature is not supported by your drive. If this happens and you want to establish a master password for your hard disk, contact your network administrator for instructions.To register master and user passwords in System Setup: 1 Click Start - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 194
194 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system 8 Press End to save the change. 9 When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change, Press Y. Changing the master and user passwords in - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 195
195 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system Deleting the hard disk drive master and user passwords in the System Setup HINT: You must delete the hard disk drive master password before you can delete the hard disk drive user password. To delete the master and user - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 196
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 197
197 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. If you are connected to a domain server: 1 Click Start, Shut down. The Shut Down window appears. 2 Select Shut down from the drop-down list. 3 Click OK. The computer shuts - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 198
displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to and 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 199
the hard disk. If you have a hard disk problem, you will not be able to start the computer. Insert a system diskette into the optional external diskette drive and press F12 when the machine starts and use the arrow keys to select the boot-up device. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 200
not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive." on page 199. The Windows® operating system is not working Once you are familiar 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 201
) ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your most recent settings that worked) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows® domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Start Windows® normally ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 202
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 203
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 204
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 the computer's memory to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 205
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 206
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 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 207
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 information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 208
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 209
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 210
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 211
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 212
click OK. For more information see Windows® Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that supported by the computer's internal display. To change the display properties: 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button. The Display Properties window - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 213
600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 214
run Error-checking: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Right-click the drive you want to check. 3 On the pop-up menu, click Properties. The drive's Properties box appears. NOTE This feature is not available for CD/DVD drives. 4 Click the Tools tab. 5 Click the Check now button. The Check Disk - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 215
Replace it with a bootable diskette. The drive cannot read a diskette. Try another diskette. If you can access the second diskette, the first diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Error-checking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk drive problems" on page 213). - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 216
drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. If the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is an external drive, make sure that the drive's manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the DVD-ROM eject button on the face of the DVD-ROM tray. Never use a pencil to press the manual - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 217
-ROM drive 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 is feedback between the microphone and the speakers. It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 218
. Other cards must be set up before you can use them. Use the Windows® XP PC Card (PCMCIA) Wizard to set up the card. Refer 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 219
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 205 for more information. Since all PC Cards - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 220
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 221
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 67 or in the instructions that came with the printer. You may have connected the printer while the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 222
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 223
general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking. The terms and concepts used assume a basic understanding of networks, and may be for more advanced users. If you need assistance or if you are not familiar with the terminology, please see Windows Help - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 224
adapter is recognized by Windows®, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages- these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later 's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi part of your network. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 225
Privacy (WEP), etc.), check the access point vendor's website for recent firmware upgrades. Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware releases. Special considerations for Windows XP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption is not enabled on the wireless access - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 226
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 a DVD title, try the following steps: 1 Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports. 2 Ensure that the disc is properly - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 227
page 206 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 the DVD-ROM video window. To change the screen's display resolution: 1 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 228
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 Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Appearance and - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 229
tips" on page 77 for instructions. On a regular basis, back to diskette. ❖ Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 230
manuals. Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP Windows XP offers some easy-to-use features for backing up your Windows Windows XP quickly creates Restore Points-'snapshots' of your Windows configuration-and saves them for later recall. If you experience problems Help and Support. 3 Under - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 231
it with the current date and time. 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 232
good computing habits Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP For most of us, by far the most valuable component of our computer system is the data we have created with it, and stored on its hard disk drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 233
important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: ❖ E-mail files and settings-for .microsoft.com, for example) for detailed instructions. ❖ Newsgroup files and settings-for Outlook 7 When you have finished copying files to the CD window, click File, Write these files to CD. 8 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 234
Export Favorites, Next. (To restore the Favorites to the hard disk drive later you would select Import Favorites from this list.) 4 A list of 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 235
of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart Windows. Always restart Windows after each problems. For best results, follow this sequence: - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 236
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 237
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 238
For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com accessories.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca www.toshiba-Europe.com www.toshiba.co.jp - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 239
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 240
option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute Fn + This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. 240 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 241
to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display's content reappear. The Windows® operating system log-on screen will appear, prompting you for a password. After typing in the password for the current user, press Enter. To - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 242
screen saver with a password before activating the password feature. To set up a password with a screen saver, go to Windows XP help for instructions: 1 Click Start, Help and Support. 2 In the Search field, type password screen saver. 3 Press Enter. 4 Click the Protect your files with a screen saver - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 243
Power usage mode Power usage mode Fn + This hot key displays the power usage pop-up window 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 "Power Management" on page 169. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 244
244 Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box displays by default to confirm that the computer is entering Standby mode. You can choose not to display this message box. Sample Standby confirmation box ❖ For more information about - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 245
245 Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode Fn + This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 246
. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only Sample display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 247
hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on page 55. Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 248
key switches screen or video modes. Zooming applications in/out Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-out. For more information, see "TOSHIBA Zooming Utility" on page 183. Fn + This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 249
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 250
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 251
To start ConfigFree, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. Then perform any of the following steps: ❖ (Microsoft® Windows® XP or 2000) Click the Start button, and select All Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 252
252 Getting Started NOTE If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar is displayed with an "X." When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 253
back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer. The Connectivity Doctor works with - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 254
254 ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) ❖ Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) Sample Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 255
on the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can also view the possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point. If multiple triangles display, you can toggle between each of their cause and solution information screens by - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 256
256 ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays information about them on a virtual map. To search for wireless devices: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 257
257 ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing Wi-Fi devices Creating a new wireless connection NOTE This feature is only supported on systems running Windows XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: 1 Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher. 2 Drag and - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 258
258 ConfigFree Utilities Sample dragging a device to the Access Point Sample Wireless settings screen 3 Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. NOTE After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection list, the system displays the Connection screen rather than the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 259
259 ConfigFree Utilities Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices option. Moving the mouse cursor over a device icon displays information about the device. Sample viewing - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 260
260 ConfigFree Utilities Sample dragging the file to the Bluetooth device icon To be prompted for the device: 1 Drag and drop the file to the Bluetooth radar icon on the ConfigFree Launcher. Sample dragging the file to the Bluetooth radar icon Or, you can right click on the file and select Send to - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 261
261 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 device will occur automatically. Disconnecting from a Bluetooth device To disconnect from a Bluetooth - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 262
262 ConfigFree Utilities office and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments. A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices. The following settings can be saved (or "captured") in a profile: ❖ - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 263
the program, file, or Web site URL that is to start after switching to this profile. For example, to have Internet Explorer start in Windows XP after switching profiles, type: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE 12 Click OK. Press to show more capture options Sample Add Profile screen - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 264
264 ConfigFree Utilities Sample expanded Add Profile screen NOTE The online help provides real-world examples of setting up profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary. Profiles can also be - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 265
265 ConfigFree Utilities ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers at home and at work. This utility is faster and more dependable than sending the files via email. Use this utility, which handles - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 266
266 ConfigFree Utilities Sample of users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users attending the meeting. ❖ To share a file with one user, drag and drop the file on the user's icon. NOTE Only the SUMMIT Host (the initiator) can - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 267
267 ConfigFree Utilities Sample of sharing a file with one user ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as desired. NOTE If you are the Host of the summit, and drag a file to the center of the SUMMIT table, it will automatically - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 268
. Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: 1 Click the icon in the system tray. 2 Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. NOTE SUMMIT can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. 3 Select the appropriate users and invite them to the SUMMIT meeting. As users join - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 269
Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 270
to the online help if necessary. 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 the - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 271
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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 272
The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification window appears. You can then click this window to connect using the settings specified in the profile. To use - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 273
is now configured to use the Semi-Automatic Switch feature. When the computer connects to an SSID in a profile, a display notification window appears. You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles. You can also set the option for having the switch be automatic without the need for - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 274
NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 275
FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard 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 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 276
276 Glossary RFI ROM RTC SCSI SDRAM SRAM SVGA TFT USB URL WAN www radio frequency interference read-only memory locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 277
also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs reboot. boot disk - See system disk. boot priority (startup sequence) - The order in which the computer accesses its disk drives to locate - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 278
- To press and release the primary control button adjacent to the TouchPad or the mouse button without moving the TouchPad or mouse. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the TouchPad left control button or the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. See also double-click. color - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 279
computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box - An on-screen window - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 280
and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive - The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette object. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 281
281 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 CDROMs. Compare CD-ROM. E emulation - A technique in which a device or program imitates another - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 282
secondary hard disks that are removable. By default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 283
. 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 R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 284
of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives. M megabyte (MB) - A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes (1024 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 285
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, the computer works. Examples of operating systems are the Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition and Windows® XP Home operating systems. P palette - See - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 286
processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs ( See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 287
without turning the computer off. See also boot. RJ11 - A modular connector used on used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also on again. Suspend - A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 288
where users are to enter commands. T Toshiba tablet pen - The writing instrument used with the tablet. It is stored on the right side of the computer. TFT display - See active-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 289
low charge 118 monitoring power 115 not charging 208 power usage hot key 121 real-time clock (RTC) 112 removing 122 289 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bluetooth 141 module 141 buttons CD Player 93 control 56 primary control 56 secondary control 56 C CD creating 94 playing using Auto-Run - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 290
hard drive passwords 190 password 186 connecting external monitor 70 external USB keyboard 65 external USB mouse 65 USB-compatible disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 215 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 213 running slow 214 diskette drive cannot problems 226 DVD-ROM drive opening 90 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 291
Index problems 216 troubleshooting 216 using 88 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive removing 94 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 216 E email 144 environment computer-friendly 42 error messages device driver conflict 203 general hardware problem 203 non-system disk or disk error 200, 215 problem - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 292
URL address not found 202 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 143, 145 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 204 K keyboard character keys 79 connecting USB-compatible 65 curser control overlay 83 Fn-esse 161 function keys 80 not working 199 overlays 81 troubleshooting 210 Windows special keys 81 L LCD panel closing - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 293
adjusting display 72 connecting 70 not working 211 mouse connecting USB-compatible 65 moving the computer 75 N network accessing 139 button 56 printer local, connecting 66 problem solving 221 printing a file 87 problem solving AC power 208 accessing disk drives 199 battery charge does not last 209 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 294
Toshiba 236, 237 corrupted/damaged data files 215 Device Manager 205 disabling a device 206 disk drive missing files/trouble accessing a disk 213 modem not receiving or transmitting 222 no sound 217 non 202 warning resume failure 199 Windows will not start 199 Windows XP not working 200 programs not - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 295
in a window 135 Toshiba Internet Web sites 238 registering computer 48 worldwide offices 238 TOSHIBA Assist 165 Toshiba Hardware Setup 171, 179 Toshiba tablet pen 150 TouchPad disabling 56 enabling 56 using 55, 56 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 226 DVD-ROM drive 216 - Toshiba Satellite R15-S8222 | User Guide - Page 296
USB-compatible keyboard connecting 65 mouse connecting 65 User password 189 using Bluetooth 141 utilities Fn-esse 161 Hot key utility 171 Power Management 169 TOSHIBA Toshiba 238 Wi-Fi module 141 Windows Explorer 84 Windows Media Player 92 Windows Start menu 84 Windows XP Help and Support 202 problem
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PMAD00031014
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Satellite
®
R10/R15
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 Wrong” on
page 196
in this guide.