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219 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Each CD has room for 650-700 megabytes of data. Follow this same set of steps any number of times to back up any number of files to as many CDs as is required to hold them. The Windows operating system also includes a Backup utility, though it does not directly support writing to CDs. For more information, click Start, Help and Support, or start the Backup utility by clicking Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Backup. General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help insure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser). ❖ Create a Restore Point (see "Saving system configuration with Restore Points" on page 214). Before installing anything, use the System Restore utility to set a Restore Point (see the section titled Restore Points). If anything goes wrong, you will then be able to easily restore Windows to the state it was in prior to the installation, undoing any changes the installation process introduced. ❖ Back up your critical data (see "Backing up your data to CDs with the Windows operating system" on page 216). ❖ Have your factory Restore/Reconfiguration CD(s) on hand in case you need any files from them. ❖ Do not guess; follow directions carefully! It is often necessary to run an installation utility first-before connecting a new hardware item to the computer. If the device is connected first, it may be very difficult to complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software.

Section	Page
Satellite® U200/U205 Series User's Guide	1
Contents	26
Introduction	34
This guide	35
Safety icons	36
Other icons used	37
Other documentation	37
Service options	38
Getting Started	39
Selecting a place to work	39
Creating a computer-friendly environment	39
Keeping yourself comfortable	40
Precautions	40
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	43
Setting up your computer	43
Setting up your software	44
Registering your computer with Toshiba	45
Setting up other devices	46
Connecting to a power source	46
Charging the main battery	49
Using the computer for the first time	50
Opening the display panel	50
Your computer’s features and specifications	52
Turning on the power	52
Adding memory (optional)	53
Using the TouchPad™	54
Scrolling with the TouchPad™	55
Control buttons	55
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	55
Using external display devices	57
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	57
Adjusting the quality of the external display	58
Using an external keyboard	59
Using a mouse	59
Connecting a printer	59
Setting up a printer	60
Connecting an optional external diskette drive	61
Turning off the computer	62
Options for turning off the computer	62
Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands	65
Using and configuring Hibernation mode	68
Using and configuring Standby mode	70
Closing the display panel	71
Caring for your computer	72
Cleaning the computer	72
Moving the computer	72
Using a computer lock	72
Learning the Basics	74
Computing tips	74
Using the keyboard	76
Character keys	76
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard	76
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	77
Function keys	77
Windows special keys	78
Overlay keys	78
Using the overlay to type numeric data	79
Starting a program	79
Starting a program from the Start menu	80
Starting a program from Windows® Explorer	80
Starting a program from the Run dialog box	81
Saving your work	82
Printing your work	85
Backing up your work	86
Restoring your work	86
Using the optical drive	87
Optical drive components	88
Media Control buttons	89
Inserting a compact disc	89
Playing an audio CD	91
Playing CDs	93
Creating a CD	93
Removing a disc with the computer on	94
Removing a disc with the computer off	95
Caring for CD or DVD Discs	95
Toshiba’s online resources	96
Mobile Computing	97
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	97
Running the computer on battery power	97
Battery Notice	98
Power management	99
Using additional batteries	99
Charging batteries	100
Charging the main battery	100
Charging the RTC battery	101
Monitoring main battery power	102
Determining remaining battery power	104
What to do when the main battery runs low	105
Setting battery alarms	106
Conserving battery power	106
Power Profiles	107
Changing the main battery	109
Removing the battery from the computer	110
Inserting a charged battery	111
Taking care of your battery	112
Safety precautions	112
Maximizing battery life	113
Disposing of used batteries	115
Traveling tips	116
Exploring Your Computer’s Features	117
Exploring the desktop	117
Finding your way around the desktop	118
Setting up for communications	120
Connecting the modem to a telephone line	122
Connecting your computer to a network	124
An overview of using the Internet	126
The Internet	127
The World Wide Web	127
Internet Service Providers	127
Connecting to the Internet	127
Surfing the Internet	128
Internet features	129
Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet	130
Exploring audio features	130
Recording sounds	130
Using external speakers or headphones	132
Using PC Cards	133
Inserting a PC Card	133
Removing a PC Card	134
Setting up a PC Card for your computer	135
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot	135
Inserting memory media	135
Removing memory media	136
Using the i.LINK® port	137
Toshiba Utilities	138
Toshiba Assist	139
Connect	140
Secure	141
Protect & Fix	142
Optimize	143
Setting passwords	144
Using an instant password	144
Setting a user password	145
Disabling a user password	145
Using a supervisor password	146
Setting a supervisor password	146
Deleting a supervisor password	147
Fn-esse®	148
Starting Fn-esse®	149
Using drag-and-drop to assign a key	149
Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key	150
Viewing existing key assignments	152
Changing or removing existing key assignments	152
PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	153
Toshiba Power Saver	154
Preset Power Profiles	155
Quickly creating a new power profile	155
Customizing a power profile	155
Mouse Utility	156
Toshiba Hotkey Utility	157
Toshiba Hardware Setup	158
Toshiba Zooming Utility	160
Toshiba SD™ Memory Card Format Utility	161
Toshiba Button Controls	162
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer	163
Toshiba Accessibility	165
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)	166
Fingerprint Authentication Utility	167
Fingerprint utility limitations	167
Fingerprint Enrollment	167
Fingerprint Logon	169
Power-on Security	170
Control Center	171
Password Bank	173
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader	177
Fingerprint reader limitations	179
If Something Goes Wrong	180
Problems that are easy to fix	180
Problems when you turn on the computer	182
The Windows ® operating system is not working	184
Using Startup options to fix problems	185
Internet problems	186
The Windows® operating system can help you	186
Resolving a hardware conflict	187
A plan of action	187
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own	188
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	189
Memory problems	191
Power and the batteries	192
Keyboard problems	193
Display problems	194
Disk drive problems	197
Optical drive problems	200
Sound system problems	201
PC Card problems	201
Printer problems	205
Modem problems	206
Wireless networking problems	207
DVD operating problems	210
Develop good computing habits	213
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system	214
If you need further assistance	220
Before you contact Toshiba	221
Contacting Toshiba	221
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	222
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	223
Hot Keys	225
Volume Mute	225
Password security	226
Without a password	226
With a password	226
Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged	227
Power usage mode	228
Standby mode	229
Hibernation mode	230
Display modes	231
Display brightness	231
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	232
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad	232
Keyboard hot keys	233
Zooming applications in/out	233
Power Cord/Cable Connectors	234
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer	235
Getting Started	236
Starting ConfigFree	236
ConfigFree Utilities	238
Connectivity Doctor	238
Search for Wireless Devices	241
Profile Settings	246
ConfigFree SUMMIT	250
Quick Connect	254
Using the Automatic Switch	257
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature	257
Glossary	259