Toshiba Tecra M2-S519 User Manual - Page 16

Preface Manual contents This manual is composed of the following nine chapters, seven appendixes, a glossary and an index. Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer's features, capabilities, and options. Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function. Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area. Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes instructions on using the following devices: TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device, USB floppy disk drive, Slim Select Bay modules, optical media drives, sound system, modem, Wireless communication features, and LAN. It also provides tips on care of the computer, diskettes and CD/DVDs. Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys. Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer's power resources and battery save modes and how to set a password. Chapter 7, HW Setup explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program. Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available. Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn't seem to be working properly. The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer. The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text. The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual. TECRA M2 xvi