Toshiba Personal Computer 5205 Series User Manual

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Satellite 5205 Series  
User’s Guide  
If you need assistance:  
InTouch® Center  
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777  
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273  
For more information, see Chapter 1 on page 233 in this  
guide.  
C6627-1002M2  
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ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER  
PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT  
TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.  
FCC Notice  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits  
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference  
in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause  
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,  
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
NOTE: Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached  
to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not  
recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV  
reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the  
computer's or expansion unit's serial port, parallel port, monitor port, 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 could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful interference.  
This device must accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired operation.  
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Contact:  
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.  
9740 Irvine Blvd.  
Irvine, CA 92618-1697  
(949) 583-3000  
Industry Canada Requirement  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003  
du Canada.  
FCC Requirements  
The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers  
to internal modems.  
Installation  
When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone  
company and give them the following information:  
The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the  
modem.  
The FCC registration number of the modem.  
The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.6B.  
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack  
called the USOC RJ11C.  
Type of Service  
Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines.  
Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office  
implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is  
subject to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line,  
such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone  
company will provide this information upon request.  
Telephone Company Procedures  
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it  
can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make  
changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes  
might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone  
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company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes  
necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.  
If Problems Arise  
If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should  
immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to  
the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they  
may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you  
in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will  
be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given  
the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a  
complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your  
modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba  
America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of  
Toshiba.  
Disconnection  
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its  
present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this  
change.  
Fax Branding  
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use  
a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone  
fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or  
bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the  
date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or  
individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending  
machine or such business, other entity or individual.  
In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should  
complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message.  
Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment  
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NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.  
This certification means that the equipment meets certain  
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety  
requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment  
Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not  
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.  
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is  
permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local  
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed  
using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be  
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aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent  
degradation of service in some situations.  
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a  
representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations  
made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may  
give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to  
disconnect the equipment.  
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground  
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic  
water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution  
may be particularly important in rural areas.  
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections  
themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection  
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.  
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The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s  
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar  
to the following:  
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found  
on the label affixed to your computer.  
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each  
terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of  
terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The  
termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices  
subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence  
Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.  
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The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this  
equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.  
Wireless Interoperability  
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be  
interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct  
Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:  
The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B), as  
defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics  
Engineers.  
The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-FiTM) certification as defined by the WECA  
Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.  
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Wireless LAN and your Health  
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency  
electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN  
devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted  
by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless  
LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency  
safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is  
safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect  
the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of  
panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret  
the extensive research literature.  
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be  
restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of  
the organization. These situations may for example include:  
Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of 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 organization or environment (e.g., airports), you are  
encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to  
turning on the equipment.  
Regulatory Information  
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in  
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the  
user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with  
the following radio frequency and safety standards.  
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)  
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may  
not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.  
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices  
in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful interference.  
This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
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Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation  
The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is  
far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the  
Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that  
the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.  
When using this device in combination with Wireless LAN Outdoor  
Antenna products, a certain separation distance between antenna and  
nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance. The  
distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20.0 cm.  
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that  
comes with those products for additional information.  
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio  
frequency exposure limits.  
Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card  
in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is  
minimized.  
Interference Statement  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits  
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference  
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation.  
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,  
the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of  
the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by  
unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba  
Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of  
connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.  
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification,  
substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.  
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Approved Countries for use  
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig.1.  
Australia  
Canada  
France  
Austria  
Belgium  
Finland  
Greece  
Italy  
Denmark  
Germany  
Ireland  
Iceland  
Japan  
Luxembourg  
New Zealand  
Portugal  
Mexico  
Norway  
Spain  
Netherlands  
Poland  
Sweden  
USA  
Switzerland  
UK  
Fig. 1  
Caution: Do not use this equipment except in the countries in Fig.1.  
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW Safety  
Instructions  
The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives employ a laser  
system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction  
manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever  
require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.  
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than  
those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the  
enclosure.  
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Location of the required label  
(Sample shown below. (Location of the label and manufacturing  
information may vary.)  
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1  
LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual  
carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this  
model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent  
direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those  
specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
Copyright  
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.  
with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be  
reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No  
patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the  
information contained herein.  
©2002 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.  
Export Administration Regulation  
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the  
U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the  
approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export,  
directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration  
Regulations is prohibited.  
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Notice  
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any  
product specifications, is subject to change without notice.  
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA  
INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO  
WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER  
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY  
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY  
OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO  
ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY  
FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY  
FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR  
OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES  
BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT  
SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,  
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES,  
WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE,  
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR  
ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE  
THEREOF.  
Trademarks  
Satellite, Noteworthy, SelectServ, InTouch, and Fn-esse are registered  
trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba  
Corporation.  
WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.  
Microsoft, Windows, DirectX, PowerPoint and DirectShow are registered  
trademarks, and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.  
Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/  
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
i.LINK is a registered trademark of the Sony Corporation.  
Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance.  
cPad and TouchPad are trademarks of Synaptics, Inc.  
CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc.  
PS/2 and Wake on LAN are registered trademarks of IBM, Inc.  
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks  
of their respective companies.  
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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.  
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Right side............................................................... 30  
Left side................................................................. 32  
Front with the display open.................................... 34  
Keyboard indicator panel ................................. 36  
System indicator panel .................................... 37  
CD/DVD control buttons .................................. 38  
Underside .............................................................. 39  
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Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 48  
For systems with TouchPad ............................. 64  
For systems with cPad..................................... 65  
Setting up a printer .......................................... 80  
Setting up the fax function..................................... 83  
Powering off the computer .................................... 84  
Caring for your computer....................................... 84  
Cleaning the computer..................................... 84  
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Windows® special keys ................................... 89  
Playing a DVD................................................ 106  
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD............. 107  
Removing a disc with the computer on.......... 107  
Removing a disc with the computer off ......... 107  
Caring for CDs and DVDs............................... 108  
Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW  
multifunction drive......................................... 108  
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Enabling the Hibernation command............... 117  
Charging batteries................................................ 131  
Charging the main battery.............................. 131  
Charging the RTC battery............................... 132  
Monitoring battery power .................................... 133  
Determining remaining battery power............ 133  
Conserving battery power.............................. 134  
What to do when the battery runs low ........... 135  
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Changing the main battery................................... 136  
Traveling tips........................................................ 139  
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating  
Windows® XP file system .............................. 143  
Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver................. 160  
Lesson 11: Setting the date and time................... 162  
Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop.. 163  
Lesson 13: Using System Restore....................... 165  
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? ................. 166  
Windows® XP Help and Support.................... 166  
Using the Windows® XP tour......................... 168  
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Windows® XP special features............................. 170  
Displaying information about each folder....... 175  
An overview of using the Internet ........................ 182  
Connecting to the Internet ............................. 183  
Uploading and downloading files from  
the Internet .............................................. 185  
Toshiba’s online resources................................... 185  
Exploring video features ...................................... 185  
Viewing presentations or DVD movies on  
your television ......................................... 185  
Transferring and editing video data................ 187  
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Hot swapping................................................. 193  
Inserting a SD card ........................................ 194  
assignments ............................................ 207  
Hotkey utility........................................................ 207  
TOSHIBA Console ................................................ 208  
Customize your computer.............................. 209  
Network ......................................................... 209  
Security.......................................................... 209  
TOSHIBA Button Controls.............................. 211  
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Maximizing the video window........................ 228  
Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong..................... 233  
The Windows® operating system is not working. 236  
The Windows® XP operating system can  
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 239  
Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 240  
Memory module problems............................. 242  
Power and the batteries ................................. 243  
Keyboard problems........................................ 244  
Display problems........................................... 245  
Disk drive problems....................................... 247  
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Develop good computing habits .......................... 261  
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or cPad ....... 275  
Keyboard hot keys .............................................. 275  
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors..................... 276  
USA and Canada ............................................ 276  
United Kingdom............................................. 276  
Australia......................................................... 276  
Europe ........................................................... 276  
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Your computer’s video modes ............................. 278  
Table1 Video modes (VGA) ............................ 278  
Table 2 Video modes (XGA) ........................... 279  
Table 3 Video modes (Ultra XGA)................... 281  
Glossary ................................................................. 284  
Index ....................................................................... 300  
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Introduction  
Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia  
computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your  
access to information can accompany you wherever you go.  
Your system comes with either the Microsoft® Windows® XP  
Home operating system or the Microsoft® Windows® XP  
Professional operating system. This guide contains information on  
both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba  
computer. For specific information on the software, see the  
Microsoft booklet that shipped with the computer.  
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 the table of contents and the index to find specific  
information.  
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Introduction  
Safety icons  
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If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook  
computer before, read the first couple of chapters to familiarize  
yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it  
on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most.  
Safety icons  
This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in  
order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal  
injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety  
cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the  
risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows:  
DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could  
result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is  
not observed.  
WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could  
result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.  
CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could  
result in damage to equipment or property if the safety instruction  
is not observed.  
NOTE: This icon indicates information that relates to the safe  
operation of the equipment or related items.  
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Introduction  
Other documentation  
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Other icons used  
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational  
information:  
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information  
about the computer.  
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.  
DEFINITION: This 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. Look for the user’s  
guide icon on your desktop or in the DOCS folder on the  
C: drive.  
Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on  
your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery  
CDs.  
Toshiba Accessories Information, which lists accessories  
available from Toshiba and explains how to order them.  
The Microsoft® Windows® XP documentation, which  
explains the features of the operating system.  
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Introduction  
Service options  
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Service options  
Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its  
SelectServ® warranty programs. For more information, visit  
If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If  
Something Goes Wrong” on page 233.  
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Chapter 1  
Finding Your Way  
Around  
This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your notebook  
computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate  
specific parts of the computer.  
Making sure you have everything  
Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card  
provided with your system to make sure you received  
everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your  
dealer immediately. For additional help, see “If you need  
further assistance” on page 262.  
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Finding Your Way Around  
Front with the display closed  
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Front with the display closed  
Display latch  
Infrared port  
Volume control dial  
The infrared port allows cable-free communication with another  
device, such as a computer or printer, that has a compatible  
infrared port.  
The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked.  
To open the display panel, slide the display latch to the right  
and raise the panel.  
The volume control dial lets you adjust the loudness of the  
system speakers.  
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Back  
Back  
LAN port  
Cooling vents  
DC-IN  
Modem port  
The modem port lets you use a RJ11 telephone cable to  
connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. For  
more information, see “Connecting the modem” on page 109.  
The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area  
network using a 10/100 Ethernet link.  
Ether  
The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing  
unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to  
perform at its maximum speed.  
CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure  
you don’t block the cooling vents.  
The DC-IN is where you plug in the AC adapter.  
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Finding Your Way Around  
Right side  
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Right side  
PC Card eject button  
PC Card Slot  
Security lock slot  
Toshiba Style bay  
Video /audio line out jack  
Line in jack  
USB port  
i.LINK port  
Microphone in jack  
Headphone/S/PDIF digital optical out  
The PC Card slot supports Type I PC Cards, or Type II PC  
Cards. See “Using PC Cards” on page 191 for more  
information.  
The PC Card eject button releases the PC Card from the  
slot.  
The 3.5 mm headphone/S/PDIF Digital Optical out lets  
you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices,  
such as external speakers. Connecting other devices  
automatically disables the internal speakers.  
NOTE: The headphone/S/PDIF (Sony/Phillips Digital Interface)  
Digital Optical out is compatible with Dolby* 3D digital sound.  
The 3.5 mm microphone in jack lets you connect an external  
monaural microphone.  
The line in jack allows you to play or record sounds when  
the computer is hooked up to an external audio source.  
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Right side  
The 3.5 mm video/audio line out jack allows you to play  
DVD audio and video on a projector or TV that accepts  
audio/video inputs.  
The Toshiba Style bay allows you to insert an additional  
optical drive (DVD-ROM, CD-RW, etc.), battery pack, or  
hard disk drive module.  
The i.LINK® port, also known as the IEEE 1394 port, allows  
transfers of large quantities of data between the computer and  
an external device, such as a video camera.  
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port allows you to connect  
USB peripherals to your computer.  
DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that  
supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such  
as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peripherals  
have a single standard for cabling and connectors. The USB  
standard allows hot swapping of peripherals.  
The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional  
PORT- Noteworthy® computer lock cable to your computer  
for securing it to a large, heavy object such as your desk.  
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Left side  
Optional wireless  
antenna on-off switch*  
Bass air vent  
Wireless antenna indicator  
SD card slot  
RGB  
(monitor)  
port  
DVD-ROM or  
DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive  
USB ports  
Eject button  
Manual eject button  
*only functional for systems with Wi-Fi™  
The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive enables you  
to play high-resolution, full-screen videos at up to 30 frames  
per second. You can also use it to install and run programs  
from application CD-ROMs and play audio CDs.  
The manual eject button enables you to open the drive tray  
when the computer is off.  
CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button.  
Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.  
Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.  
The eject button opens the drive tray when the computer is  
turned on.  
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The Bass air vent provides air to cool the bass speaker.  
The RGB (monitor) port allows you to connect an external  
monitor.  
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect  
USB peripherals to your computer.  
The SD card LED (light-emitting diodes) flashes when the  
drive is in use.  
The SD card slot holds a highly secure, stamp-size flash  
memory card with a capacity of 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB or  
128 MB. The card can be used with a variety of digital I/O  
(input/output) products: digital music players, cellular  
phones, PDAs, digital cameras, and digital video camcorders.  
On those systems with Wi-FiTM, the wireless antenna on-off  
switch turns the computer’s wireless antenna on or off. The  
Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is optional.  
On those systems with Wi-FiTM, the wireless antenna  
indicator glows amber when the computer’s wireless antenna  
is on.  
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Front with the display open  
Screen  
Internet  
button  
Power button  
Keyboard  
indicator panel  
TV out button  
Speaker  
Speaker  
Function keys  
TOSHIBA  
Console button  
cPad or TouchPad  
Keyboard  
Palm rest  
Application  
Launcher button  
(For systems  
Secondary  
control button  
with cPad)  
or  
Sub LCD CD/DVD control buttons  
Scroll button  
(for systems  
with TouchPad)  
System  
indicator  
panel  
Primary  
control button  
For systems with cPad  
For systems with TouchPad  
This section describes features that are revealed when you  
open the display panel. For features that are visible when the  
display panel is closed, see “Front with the display closed” on  
page 28.  
The power button turns the computer on and off.  
On  
The stereo speakers, together with the subwoofer, let you  
hear sounds, such as system alarms associated with your  
software, and music from DVD-ROMs and audio CDs.  
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The function keys, when used with the Fn key, activate  
several different system functions. For more information, see  
“Hot Keys” on page 268.  
The cPadTM or TouchPadTM enables you to move the cursor  
with the stroke of a finger. The cPad also can launch various  
applications. For more information, see “Lesson 2: Using the  
pointing device and control buttons together” on page 144.  
The Application Launcher button displays the applications  
(programs) ready for launching on the cPad. For more  
information, see “Switching to application launch mode” on  
page 68.  
The primary control button below the cPad or TouchPad  
acts like the primary button on a mouse.  
The secondary control button below the cPad or TouchPad  
acts like the secondary button on a mouse.  
The scroll button, located between the primary and  
secondary control buttons on the TouchPad, is used for  
rapidly viewing and moving pages on the screen. For more  
information, see “Scroll button” on page 65.  
The Sub LCD is a display that shows the time and date, track  
number, and remaining playing time of CD selections.  
The CD/DVD control buttons allow you to play audio CDs  
when the computer is turned off. You can also use them to  
play CDs and DVDs with the computer turned on. For a  
description of these controls, see “CD/DVD control buttons”  
on page 38.  
The lights on the system indicator panel provide  
information about various system functions. For a description  
of these lights, see “System indicator panel” on page 37.  
The computer’s screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that  
provides clear, sharp images. For more information on your  
viewing options, see Your computer’s video modes” on  
page 278, or see “Display modes” on page 273.  
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The Internet button turns on the computer and launches  
“TOSHIBA Button Controls” on page 211.  
The lights on the keyboard indicator panel provide  
information about various keyboard functions. For details,  
The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to  
various functions. For more information, see “TOSHIBA  
Console button” on page 92.  
The TV out button activates an external display device such  
as a TV when connected to the video/audio line out jack. For  
more information, see “Directing the display output when  
you turn on the computer” on page 54.  
The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full-  
size keyboard. For more information, see “Using the  
keyboard” on page 88.  
The front panel provides a palm rest to assist you in  
maintaining proper posture while using the computer.  
Keyboard indicator panel  
Cursor control  
mode light  
Numeric mode light  
Caps lock light  
The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor  
control overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an  
overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the arrow  
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printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter  
printed on the top of the key.  
The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is  
on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key types the  
number printed on the front of the key instead of typing the  
letter printed on the top of the key.  
The caps lock light glows when the Caps lock function is on.  
For more information, see “Overlay keys” on page 90.  
System indicator panel  
AC power  
Light  
On/off light  
Battery light  
Fixed HDD/ODD light  
Toshiba Style bay light  
The AC power light glows green when the computer is  
connected to an external power source.  
The on/off light glows green when the computer is on. The  
light glows amber when the computer is in Stand by mode.  
On  
The battery light indicates the main battery’s current charge.  
It glows green when the battery is fully charged. It glows  
amber while the battery is being charged. It does not glow if  
the external power source is disconnected or if the battery is  
completely discharged. For more information on determining  
remaining battery power, see “Monitoring battery power” on  
page 133.  
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The fixed HDD/ODD light glows green when the computer  
is accessing the built-in hard disk or fixed optical media  
drive.  
The Toshiba Style bay light glows green when the computer  
is accessing a DVD-ROM drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive,  
or Toshiba Style HDD adaptor in the Toshiba Style bay.  
When the secondary battery is in the Toshiba Style bay, the  
Toshiba Style bay indicator will:  
Glow green when fully charged  
Glow amber while charging  
CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.  
Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data.  
CD/DVD control buttons  
The control buttons near the display latch are for playing CDs  
and DVDs. You can play audio CDs while the computer is  
turned off.  
Mode button  
Next track  
Previous track  
Sub LCD  
Stop/eject  
Play/pause  
The mode button enables the user to toggle between two  
modes: digital audio mode, signified by musical notes  
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graphic on the Sub LCD; and CD/DVD mode, signified by a  
CD disc graphic on the Sub LCD.  
The previous track button returns the disc player to the  
preceding track on the disc.  
The next track button causes the disc player to skip to the  
following track on the disc.  
NOTE: If you have set a password for logging onto your system,  
your computer will start up and you will need to log on before  
being able to play a CD or DVD.  
The Sub LCD is a LCD display that shows the track number  
and remaining playing time of selections.  
The play/pause button starts the disc player, or makes the  
disc player pause if it is currently playing.  
The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing.  
Press the button again to eject the disc.  
Underside  
Battery  
Cooling vent  
Expansion memory  
slot cover  
Battery release latch  
Mini-PCI  
cover*  
Subwoofer  
speaker  
Toshiba Style  
bay release  
latch  
Hard disk drive cover  
Modem cover  
*Wi-Fi Mini PCI module is optional  
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The Wi-Fi Mini-PCI cover secures a Wi-Fi Mini-PCI card  
for wireless networking (*for systems with Wi-Fi). The Wi-Fi  
Mini PCI module is optional.  
The subwoofer speaker allows the user to better hear bass  
sounds.  
The modem cover protects the built-in modem.  
The battery cover provides access to the battery module,  
which lets you use your computer when a standard electrical  
outlet is not available. For information about replacing the  
battery, see “Changing the main battery” on page 136.  
computer, preventing the battery from dislodging from the  
computer case.  
The hard disk drive cover protects the computer’s hard disk  
drive.  
The expansion memory slot cover protects the slots where  
you insert additional memory. See “Installing additional  
memory (optional)” on page 49 for detailed information.  
The Toshiba Style bay release latch secures the optional  
drive or device that is installed in the Toshiba Style bay.  
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Getting Started  
This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes  
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 locations.  
Creating a computer-friendly environment  
Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for  
the computer and any other items you need to use, such as a  
printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other  
equipment to provide adequate ventilation and prevent  
overheating.  
To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect  
your work area from:  
Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.  
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Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field,  
such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are  
connected to the computer) or speakerphones.  
Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of  
temperature change, such as air conditioner vents or  
heaters.  
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.  
Liquids and corrosive chemicals.  
CAUTION: If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it  
from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before  
turning it on again.  
If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on,  
contact a Toshiba authorized service provider.  
Keeping yourself comfortable  
Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as  
people spend more time using their computers. With a little  
care and proper use of the equipment, you can work  
comfortably throughout the day.  
This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress  
injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics,  
repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome.  
Placement of the computer  
Proper placement of the computer and external devices is  
important to avoid stress-related injuries.  
Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable  
height and distance. You should be able to type without  
twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen  
without slouching.  
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If you are using an external monitor, the top of the  
display should be no higher than eye level.  
If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height  
and distance as the screen.  
Seating and posture  
When using your computer, maintain good posture with your  
body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper  
seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some  
people find a backless chair more comfortable than a  
conventional chair.  
Below eye level  
Approximately  
90-degree angles  
Footrest  
Correct posture and positioning of the computer  
Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to  
adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.  
Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly  
below the level of your elbow. You should be able to type  
comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your  
forearms parallel to the floor.  
If you are using a conventional chair:  
Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If  
necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees  
and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.  
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Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower  
curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide  
extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are  
available at many office supply stores.  
Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and  
elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you  
work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.  
Lighting  
Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and  
reduce eyestrain.  
Position the display panel or external monitor so that  
sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the  
screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.  
Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that  
could shine directly in your eyes.  
If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer  
work area.  
Arms and wrists  
Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep  
them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing.  
Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve  
circulation.  
WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in  
discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms  
bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the  
discomfort persists, consult a physician.  
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Work habits  
The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to  
vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks  
into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine  
can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.  
Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your  
muscles, and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three  
minutes every half-hour is more effective than a long  
break after several hours.  
Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.  
Intersperse such activities with other tasks.  
Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long  
periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the  
computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant  
object for at least 30 seconds.  
Precautions  
Your notebook computer is designed to provide optimum  
safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel.  
You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the  
risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.  
Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of  
the computer.  
If the computer is used for long periods, its case can  
become very warm. While the temperature may not feel  
too hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with  
the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on  
your lap, for example), your skin might suffer low-heat  
injury.  
Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it  
to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can  
damage computer components or otherwise cause your  
computer to malfunction.  
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Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If  
two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only  
one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in  
errors or instability in its operation.  
Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been  
used for a long period.  
Avoid spilling liquids into the computer’s keyboard.  
If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn  
off the computer immediately. Leave the computer turned  
off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again.  
Never turn off the computer if a drive-in-use 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  
generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo  
speakers.  
Information on diskettes is stored magnetically. Placing a  
magnet too close to a diskette can erase important files.  
Scan all new files for viruses.  
This precaution is especially important for files you  
receive via diskette, CD or DVD discs, email, or  
download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new  
programs you buy from a supplier may contain a  
computer virus. You’ll need a special program to check  
for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you.  
Setting up your computer  
Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery  
that needs to be charged before you can use it.  
To use external power or to charge the battery, you must  
attach the AC adapter. See “Connecting the AC adapter” on  
page 56.  
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Setting up your software  
The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard  
guides you through steps to set up your software.  
1
2
3
From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup  
Wizard.  
Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License  
Agreement and click Next.  
Enter the computer name and description and click Next  
or Skip.  
The computer will pause for a moment while checking  
for an internet connection.  
A window will display the message: “An Internet  
connection could not be chosen.”  
4
5
Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue.  
NOTE: To register online, your computer’s modem must be  
connected to a voice-grade telephone line.  
A window will display asking if you wish to register with  
Toshiba and Microsoft.  
Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process.  
NOTE: If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking  
the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop.  
6
7
Enter you personal information in the registration  
window.  
Enter your name and click Finish to complete the  
process.  
Your computer restarts automatically.  
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Registering your computer with Toshiba  
Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date  
with information about new products and upgrades, and also  
extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to  
you. You can register your computer with Toshiba by double-  
clicking the icon on your desktop or by mailing the  
registration card that may ship with your computer.  
NOTE: To register online, your computer’s modem must be  
connected to a voice-grade telephone line.  
Upon completion, you will be prompted to click Finish to  
restart your computer.  
setting up your software first. See “Setting up your software” on  
page 47.  
Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to:  
(optional)” on page 49)  
Connect a mouse (see “Connecting a mouse” on page 53)  
Connect a full-size keyboard (see “Using an external  
keyboard” on page 56)  
Connect an external monitor or a television set (see  
“Using external display devices” on page 54)  
Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on  
page 53)  
Install a PC Card (see “Using PC Cards” on page 191)  
Install an SD Card (see “Using SD cards” on page 194)  
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Installing additional memory (optional)  
Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of  
today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the  
computer’s memory if you use complex software or process  
large amounts of data.  
There are two memory slots. Your system may have both  
slots occupied.  
You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a  
memory module.  
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a  
standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition.  
CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the  
DVD-ROM drive power is on.  
If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step  
3.  
1
2
3
If the computer is on, click Start, Turn Off Computer.  
The Turn off computer window appears.  
Click Turn Off.  
The operating system turns off the computer.  
Unplug and remove any cables connected to the  
computer.  
4
5
Remove the battery.  
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside  
down to locate the expansion memory slot cover to the  
memory slot.  
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Expansion  
memory  
slot cover  
Base of the computer  
6
Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the  
two screws that secure the memory slot cover, then  
remove the memory slot cover.  
Removing the memory slot cover screws  
7
Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you  
can retrieve them later.  
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CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module.  
Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to  
discharge any static electricity you may have built up.  
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its  
gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).  
8
9
Remove the new memory module from its antistatic  
packaging.  
Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold  
connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the  
socket.  
10 Gently press down on the memory module connector  
until the clips snap into place.  
Do not force the module into position. The memory  
module should be level when secured in place.  
Inserting the memory module  
CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module  
or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause  
memory access problems.  
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11 Replace the memory slot cover.  
12 Replace the screws and tighten them.  
13 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you  
removed.  
You can now continue setting up the computer. When the  
operating system has loaded, you can verify that the  
computer has recognized the additional memory.  
If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer,  
verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as  
described in “Checking total memory” on page 52.  
Removing a memory module  
1
2
3
4
Follow steps 1 through 7 in “Installing additional  
memory (optional)” on page 49.  
Gently push the memory locks outward until the memory  
module pops up.  
Gently pull the memory module diagonally out of the  
slot.  
Complete the procedure by following steps 11 through 13  
in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 49.  
Checking total memory  
When you add or remove memory, you can check that the  
computer has recognized the change. To do this:  
1
2
3
4
Click Start, then click Control Panel  
Click Performance and Maintenance.  
Click System.  
The General tab view automatically appears and shows  
total memory.  
If the computer does not recognize the memory  
configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot  
cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly,  
as described in step 10.  
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Connecting a mouse  
You may want to use a mouse instead of the cPad or  
TouchPad, the computer’s built-in pointing device.  
To connect a mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of the  
computer’s USB ports. You can connect it after you turn on  
the computer.  
The operating system automatically detects the mouse. The  
mouse and cPad or TouchPad can be used at the same time.  
Connecting a printer  
You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer  
through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB-  
compatible, check its documentation. You can connect a USB  
printer after you turn on the computer.  
To achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable,  
which may come with your printer. You can purchase one  
from a computer or electronics store.  
Connecting a USB printer  
To connect a USB printer:  
1
2
3
4
Connect the flat end of the USB cable to the USB port.  
Connect the other end of the USB cable to the printer.  
Connect the printer’s power cable to a wall outlet.  
Turn on the printer.  
See your printer documentation for additional configuration  
steps, or see “Setting up a printer” on page 80.  
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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. Also you can attach a television set or  
other external video device to your computer for viewing  
DVD movies or presentations.  
Connecting an external monitor is described below. For  
details of connecting other external video devices and setting  
display options, see “Exploring video features” on page 185.  
Connecting an external monitor  
You must attach the monitor before you turn on the computer.  
1
Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor)  
port on the side of the computer.  
2
Connect the monitor’s power cable to a live electrical  
outlet.  
3
4
Turn on the external monitor.  
Turn on the computer (see “Turning on the power” on  
page 59).  
5
Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the  
Display Properties settings.  
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer  
Once you’ve connected an external display device, you can  
choose to use the internal display only, the external device  
only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the  
display output settings is to use the TV out button, and simply  
press it to direct the display to the connected device.  
You may also use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the  
display output as follows:  
1
While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the  
setting you want takes effect.  
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This hot key cycles through the settings in the following  
order:  
Built-in display panel only  
Built-in display panel and external monitor  
simultaneously  
External monitor only  
Built-in display panel and external video device  
simultaneously  
External video device only  
2
Release the Fn key.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the  
Display Properties box in the Control Panel.  
Adjusting the quality of the external display  
To obtain the best picture quality from your external display  
device, you may need to adjust the video settings. See the  
documentation supplied with the device for additional  
configuration steps.  
Connecting an external diskette drive  
An external USB diskette drive  
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To connect an external USB diskette drive, connect the cable  
to one of the computer’s USB ports.  
For more information about diskettes, see “Using diskettes”  
on page 95.  
Using an external keyboard  
If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to  
your computer provided that the keyboard is USB-  
compatible.  
To connect a keyboard, attach its cable to one of the  
computer’s USB ports. You can do this after you turn on the  
computer.  
Connecting the AC adapter  
The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an  
AC outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. The AC  
power light on the computer glows when the device is  
plugged in.  
Power cable  
AC adapter  
Power cable and AC adapter  
To connect AC power to the computer:  
1
2
Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.  
Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the  
computer.  
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Connecting the AC adapter to the computer  
3
Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.  
The AC power and battery lights glow.  
DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock.  
Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or  
apply heat to the power cable.  
If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, dis-  
continue use. There is a risk of electric shock.  
Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands.  
Doing so may cause an electric shock.  
CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your  
computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such  
cases.  
Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power  
plug when removing the cable from the outlet.  
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Charging the battery  
Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you  
must charge it. Connect the computer to a live power outlet  
using the AC adapter and power cable. The on/off light glows  
green and the battery light glows amber to show that it is  
charging.  
charge the battery with the computer turned off or on. It takes  
several hours to charge the battery when the computer is off.  
It takes much longer to charge the battery when the computer  
is on. The less power the computer is consuming, the faster  
the battery will charge.  
For more information on battery use, see “Running the  
computer on battery power” on page 127.  
CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid  
leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few  
hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can  
damage the battery.  
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Using the computer for the first time  
Opening the display panel  
Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel.  
Lift  
Slide  
Opening the display panel  
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it  
beyond the point where it moves easily.  
Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.  
Turning on the power  
1
Check that all the drives are empty.  
2
If you have a printer connected to your computer, turn on  
the printer and wait until the printer indicates that it is  
ready (on line).  
3
Turn on the computer by pressing the power button  
located above the keyboard.  
On  
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Pressing the power button  
NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn  
off the power again until the operating system has loaded  
completely.  
The AC power light glows when the computer is  
connected to an external power source.  
The battery light:  
Glows amber while the battery is being charged.  
Glows green when the battery is fully charged.  
Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an  
external power source. For information on  
determining battery power, see “Monitoring battery  
power” on page 133.  
The Fixed HDD/ODD light flashes to indicate that the  
hard disk drive is currently in use.  
CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.  
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Activating the power-on password  
NOTE: Refer to “Creating a password recovery diskette” on  
page 210 for information on backing up your password.  
When you first power up your computer, no password is  
required. Once the operating system has loaded, you can set  
up your computer so that a password is required to complete  
the powering up process in the future.  
To activate the power-on password:  
1
Press the TOSHIBA Console button.  
The TOSHIBA Console window appears. For more  
information see “TOSHIBA Console” on page 208.  
2
3
4
Click Security.  
Click User password.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
The password requirement becomes active the next time  
you turn on your computer.  
When the feature is active, the Sub LCD will display  
“password =”during the power-on process. As you type  
your password, the characters will appear as asterisks in  
the Sub LCD. After typing your password, press the  
Enter key.  
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If the password is correct, the power-on process  
continues. If the password is incorrect, “password=” will  
appear once more and you can try again.  
NOTE: If you forget your power-on password and therefore can’t  
turn on your computer, take your computer to a Toshiba authorized  
service center for help.  
NOTE: After the third incorrect password submission, the system  
automatically shuts down.  
To restart your system, press the power button.  
Using your pointing device  
Your notebook computer comes equipped with one of two  
pointing devices:  
TouchPad  
The TouchPad is a small, touch-sensitive surface located  
in front and below your keyboard. You can use it as a  
pointing and clicking device.  
cPad  
The cPad is a small, touch-sensitive display located in  
front and below your keyboard. You can use it either as a  
pointing and clicking device, or as an application  
(program) launcher.  
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or cPad  
The TouchPad or cPad is enabled by default. To change the  
enable/disable TouchPad or cPad settings:  
1
Click Start, Control Panel.  
The Control Panel window appears.  
Click Printers and Other Hardware.  
2
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3
4
Click Mouse Properties.  
The Mouse Properties window appears.  
Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab.  
The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears.  
Sample Mouse Properties window  
5
6
7
Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate.  
Click Apply.  
Click OK.  
The Mouse Properties window closes.  
Close the Printers and Other Hardware window.  
Close the Control Panel window.  
8
9
You can also use a hot key to disable or enable the TouchPad  
or cPad. See, “Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or cPad”  
on page 275.  
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For systems with TouchPad  
To operate the TouchPad simply use your finger as you would  
a mouse and slide it in the direction you want the cursor to  
move:  
To move the cursor to the top of the page, slide your  
finger forward on the TouchPad.  
To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, slide your  
finger toward yourself.  
To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide  
your finger across the TouchPad from left to right.  
To move the cursor to the left side, slide your finger from  
right to left.  
NOTE: Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display  
Once you’ve positioned your cursor, you can select an object  
on the desktop either by double-tapping the TouchPad or by  
clicking the control buttons. For more information, see  
“Lesson 2: Using the pointing device and control buttons  
together” on page 144.  
Primary and secondary control buttons  
The control buttons are below the TouchPad and are used like  
the buttons on a mouse. The primary control button is the  
button on the left and corresponds to the left mouse button.  
To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid  
succession.  
The secondary control button is the button on the right and  
corresponds to the right mouse button. Check your program’s  
documentation to find whether it uses the secondary mouse  
button.  
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Scroll button  
The scroll button, located between the primary and secondary  
control buttons, is used for rapidly viewing and moving pages  
on the screen. Rolling the wheel up or down moves a page the  
same direction.  
For systems with cPad  
The cPad can be used in either pointing device mode or  
application launch mode. Pointing device mode allows you to  
perform several basic tasks with the stroke of a finger.  
Application launch mode allows you to launch programs.  
Pointing device mode is the default.  
Using the cPad in pointing device mode  
When cPad is in pointing device mode you can move the  
cursor and manipulate the windows in the main display  
screen with the touch of your finger.  
Sample cPad in pointing device mode  
To move the cursor, do the following:  
To move the cursor to the top of the page, slide your  
finger forward on the cPad.  
To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, slide your  
finger toward yourself.  
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To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide  
your finger across the cPad from left to right.  
To move the cursor to the left side, slide your finger from  
right to left.  
The cursor will respond even if you run your finger across an  
icon on the cPad display. Only tapping activates the icons.  
NOTE: Because the cPad is much smaller than the main display  
direction.  
Once you’ve positioned your cursor, you can click it into  
place either by double-tapping the cPad display or by clicking  
the control buttons. For more information, see “Lesson 2:  
Using the pointing device and control buttons together” on  
page 144.  
Primary and secondary control buttons  
The control buttons are below the cPad and are used like the  
buttons on a mouse. The primary control button is the button  
on the left and corresponds to the left mouse button. To  
double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid  
succession.  
The secondary control button is the button on the right and  
corresponds to the right mouse button. Check your program’s  
documentation to find whether it uses the secondary mouse  
button.  
cPad Tap Zones  
When in pointing device mode, the cPad has four “tap zones,”  
one at each corner. Tapping your finger on each zone,  
represented by an icon, allows you to perform several basic  
tasks.  
Minimize and maximize the active window  
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Tap the icon in the bottom-right corner of the cPad  
display screen to minimize the window  
Tap the icon in the top-right corner of the cPad display  
screen to maximize the window  
Bring up the active program’s pull-down menus  
To open a program menu, tap the icon in the upper-left  
corner of the cPad display screen.  
Bring up the Start menu  
To open the Start menu, tap the icon in the bottom-left  
corner of the cPad display screen.  
Enabling the cPad Tap Zones  
If the tap zones should become disabled, causing the icons to  
disappear, you can enable them by doing the following:  
1
Access the Mouse Properties window in one of these  
ways:  
Press the TOSHIBA Console button and click the  
Mouse icon in the TOSHIBA Console window.  
Click the cPad icon on your system tray and select  
TouchPad Properties from the menu.  
Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other  
Hardware, then the Mouse icon.  
2
3
4
Click the Tap Zones tab.  
Check the box next to Enable Tap Zones.  
Click Apply, then OK.  
The tap zones are enabled.  
Adjusting pointing device mode settings  
To adjust the settings for pointing device mode:  
1
Click the cPad icon in the system tray.  
A pull-down menu appears.  
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Select TouchPad Properties.  
The Mouse Properties window appears.  
Sample Mouse Properties window  
3
4
Make the desired changes.  
Click Apply, then OK.  
Switching to application launch mode  
To activate application launch mode, press the Application  
Launcher button which is located below the cPad, between  
the primary and secondary control buttons.  
Returning to pointing device mode  
To return to pointing device mode, click the x in the cPad  
display that shows the programs ready for launching. Once  
the launcher is closed and you see the icons at each of the  
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four corners of the cPad display, cPad is again in pointing  
device mode.  
Using the cPad in application launch mode  
In application launch mode, the cPad allows you to launch  
programs with the tap of a finger, and to adjust settings for  
the cPad display.  
Sample cPad with default settings in application launch mode  
Programs ready for launching are represented by an icon on  
the cPad display. The top row on the display is reserved for  
program icons comprising the default setting.  
Succeeding rows are filled with the icons of programs you  
choose to load into the cPad display for launching. To add  
programs, see “Adding programs to the Application  
Launcher” on page 76.  
Using the cPad display  
In application launch mode, the cPad display has icons for the  
following programs:  
Ten-key numeric pad, which enables you to input  
numbers.  
Calculator, along with copy and paste functions.  
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Sticky note, for creating and tracking notes.  
Signature pad, which allows you to create characters in  
the cPad display.  
Calendar, which allows you to display a monthly  
calendar on the cPad display.  
cPad Properties, which allows you to customize cPad  
display functions.  
Help, which allows you to display the online help for  
working with the cPad display.  
Unlike programs you choose to load on the cPad display for  
launching, these programs cannot be deleted from the cPad  
display.  
Using Sticky Note  
The Sticky Note screen enables you to write, type, save, edit  
and customize notes and alarms on the cPad display.  
Sample Sticky Note screen on the cPad display  
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Each note is numbered. You can view a note by using the  
“greater than” (>) and “less than” (<) icons on the cPad  
display to navigate through the notes by number.  
To create a blank note:  
1
Tap the “greater than” key (>) on the cPad display to  
reach the highest-numbered note, then press the key  
again.  
The number “+1” appears on the fresh note.  
2
3
Toggle the input mode button on the cPad display so that  
it shows either a pencil, if you are going to write with  
your finger, or “ABC” if you are going to type using the  
keyboard.  
Start writing or typing.  
The moment you write or draw on the note, the number  
“+1” changes to the next number in numerical order. So if  
your previous highest-numbered note was 29, the newly  
written note becomes 30.  
To delete a note:  
1
Display the note on the cPad display and tap the Sticky  
Note Properties icon (the icon furthest left on the Sticky  
Note screen).  
The Sticky Note Properties window appears on your  
computer’s main screen.  
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Sample Sticky Note Properties window  
2
Click the Delete the current note button.  
The note disappears from the cPad display.  
To set an alarm:  
1
Tap the Sticky Note icon on the cPad display and then  
tap the Sticky Note Properties.  
2
3
4
Click the Set an alarm to checkbox.  
Type the message you want to display.  
Select the time you want the message to display on the  
cPad display.  
You can also use the Sticky Note Properties window to  
change fonts, use the current note as cPad display  
“wallpaper,” and set an alarm.  
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Using the Calculator  
The Calculator allows you access to standard calculator  
functions as well as a metrics and weights converter.  
Sample calculator on the cPad display  
To use the metrics and weights converter:  
1
Tap the Calculator icon on the cPad display, and then tap  
the Properties icon.  
Sample calculator properties cPad display  
2
Select a source unit - length, weight, or volume - from the  
drop-down list.  
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Select a target unit - length, weight, or volume - from the  
drop-down list.  
4
5
6
7
8
Click OK.  
Enter the value you want to convert.  
Tap the Metrics and Weights icon.  
Tap the Equals (=) button.  
To return to Calculator mode, tap the Calculator icon.  
Changing the cPad background  
To change the background imagery on the cPad display:  
1
Open the cPad Properties window in one of these ways:  
With the cPad Application Launcher open, tap the  
cPad Properties icon in the cPad display.  
Right-click the cPad icon in your computer’s system  
tray and select cPad Properties from the sub-menu.  
The cPad Properties window appears on your computer’s  
main screen.  
2
Click the Background tab.  
The Background tab window appears with a list of  
background files.  
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Sample cPad Properties window with Background tab  
displayed  
3
4
Select a background.  
The selected background appears in the preview window.  
Click Close.  
The new background appears on the cPad display.  
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Adding programs to the Application Launcher  
To add programs to the Application Launcher:  
1
Open the cPad Properties window in one of these ways:  
With the Application Launcher open, tap the cPad  
Properties icon in the cPad display.  
Right-click the cPad icon in your computer’s system  
tray and select cPad Properties from the sub-menu.  
The cPad Properties window appears on your computer’s  
main screen.  
Sample cPad Properties window with Application Launcher  
tab displayed  
2
3
Click the Application Launcher tab.  
Click the Add button.  
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The Open window appears listing the programs on your  
computer’s desktop.  
4
Select the program you want and click the Open button.  
Sample cPad Properties window with new program  
highlighted  
An icon of the selected program appears in the preview  
window of the cPad Properties window.  
5
Close the cPad Properties window.  
The icon has automatically been added to the cPad  
display. You can now launch the program by tapping the  
icon with your finger.  
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Changing icons  
If you do not like the icons associated with the programs you  
selected for the Application Launcher, you can change them.  
To change icons:  
1
Open the cPad Properties window in one of these ways:  
With the Application Launcher open, tap the cPad  
Properties icon in the cPad display.  
Right-click the cPad icon in your computer’s system  
tray and select cPad Properties from the sub-menu.  
2
3
In the preview window, highlight the icon to be changed.  
Once the icon is highlighted, the Change Icon button  
becomes active.  
Click the Change Icon button.  
The Dialog window appears with a selection of different  
icons to associate with the affected program.  
4
5
Select a new icon.  
Click OK.  
The replacement icon appears in the preview window of  
the cPad Properties window.  
6
Close the window.  
The replacement icon appears on the cPad display.  
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Deleting programs from the Application Launcher  
With the exception of the default programs in the cPad’s  
display, you can delete programs loaded into the Application  
Launcher.  
To delete a program from the Launcher:  
1
Open the cPad Properties window in one of these ways:  
With the Application Launcher open, tap the cPad  
Properties icon in the cPad display.  
Right-click the cPad icon in your computer’s system  
tray and select cPad Properties from the sub-menu.  
The cPad Properties window appears on your computer’s  
main screen.  
2
3
Click the Application Launcher tab.  
Select the icon representing the program to be deleted.  
Selecting the icon activates the Delete button.  
Click the Delete button.  
4
5
6
A confirmation window appears asking if you are sure  
you want to delete the program.  
Click Yes.  
The icon is no longer in the preview window of the cPad  
Properties window.  
Close the cPad Properties window.  
The deleted icon disappears from the cPad display.  
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Accessing cPad Help  
To access cPad Help:  
1
Click the Help icon on the cPad display.  
The Help window appears.  
Sample cPad Help window  
2
Scroll through the subjects until you find the one you  
need.  
Setting up a printer  
If you started your computer with a printer connected and  
turned on, it may have been detected automatically. If this is  
not the case, then you must install the printer driver for the  
model of printer that is connected to your computer. You  
install the printer driver either by following the instructions  
indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating  
system’s Add Printer Wizard.  
If you plan to set up a printer later, click Cancel.  
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Using the Add Printer Wizard  
To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard:  
1
Click Start, Control Panel.  
The Control Panel appears.  
Sample Control Panel  
2
3
Click Printers and Other Hardware.  
Click Printers and Faxes.  
The Printers and Faxes window appears.  
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Sample Printers and Faxes window  
4
Click Add a Printer.  
The Add Printer Wizard window appears.  
Sample Add Printer Wizard  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
5
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HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the name  
you give the printer is descriptive enough to help you tell the  
difference.  
Setting up the fax function  
Your system’s auto-receive fax function is enabled by default.  
To change the function is a two-stage process.  
To set up the fax function:  
1
Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other  
Hardware.  
The Printers and Other Hardware window appears.  
Click Printers and Faxes.  
2
3
4
Double-click the fax icon.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
To disable the fax auto-receive function:  
1
2
3
4
5
Click Start, Printers and Faxes.  
Right-click the fax icon.  
Click Properties from the drop-down menu.  
Click the DEVICES tab.  
Under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem  
AMR, highlight Receive and click the Disable option.  
To enable the auto-receive function, repeat steps 1-4. But  
under the device name, right-click Toshiba Soft Modem  
AMR, highlight Receive and click the Enable device to  
receive and Auto options.  
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Powering off the computer  
It’s a good idea to power off your computer when you are not  
using it for a while.  
If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the  
computer plugged into a power source (even though the  
computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. When the  
main battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged.  
Guidelines for powering off the computer:  
If you have work in progress and if you are not connected  
to a network, use the Hibernate command to save your  
system settings to the hard disk so that, when you turn 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 operating system  
uses the Shut down command to power down the  
server (domain server) or the Turn Off command if you  
are not.  
When the fixed HDD/ODD light on the system indicator  
panel is on, don’t turn off the power. Doing so may  
damage your hard disk.  
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Caring for your computer  
This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your  
computer, and explains how to fit an antitheft lock. For  
information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see  
“Running the computer on battery power” on page 127.  
Cleaning the computer  
To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel  
and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your  
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Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning  
products.  
CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the  
computer’s keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never  
spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or  
caustic chemical products to clean the computer.  
Moving the computer  
Before moving your computer, even across the room, make  
sure all disk activity has ended (the drive-in-use lights stop  
glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.  
CAUTION: Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by  
the back (where the ports are located).  
Although your notebook computer is built to withstand  
reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case  
for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your  
Toshiba dealer or through Toshiba’s Web site at  
Using a computer lock  
You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such  
as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an  
optional PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable.  
PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable  
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To secure the computer:  
1
Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy  
object.  
Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the  
cable off the object.  
2
3
Pass the locking end through the loop.  
Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot  
located on the right side of the computer, then rotate the  
key a quarter turn and remove it.  
The computer is now securely locked to deter computer  
theft.  
Locking the computer  
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Learning the Basics  
This chapter lists some computing tips and provides  
important information about basic features.  
Computing tips  
Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory  
until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved  
work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must  
restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge  
while you are working. Your computer can be configured  
to warn you when the battery is running low. See “Setting  
battery alarms” on page 135.  
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you can  
turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset  
intervals. See your software documentation for details.  
Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable  
storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup  
copies clearly and store them in a safe place.  
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on it unless you have a separate backup copy.  
Use Disk Defragmenter to conserve disk space and help  
your computer perform at its optimal level.  
Before turning off the computer, always use the Turn Off  
command (unless you want to use Stand by or  
Hibernation mode as described in “Powering down the  
computer” on page 111.  
CAUTION: The operating system records information, such as  
your desktop setup, during its turn-off procedure. If you don’t let it  
turn off normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.  
Using the keyboard  
Windows® keys  
Function keys  
Home  
PgUp  
7
8
9
4
5
6
-
End  
End  
PgDn  
+
1
2
3
/
Ins  
0
Del  
Character keys  
Alt (Alternate) key  
Fn key  
Ctrl (Control) key  
Parts of the keyboard  
Character keys  
Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a  
typewriter, except that:  
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The spacebar creates a space character instead of just  
passing over an area of the page.  
The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not  
interchangeable.  
The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not  
interchangeable.  
The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper  
case — the number and symbol keys are not affected.  
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys  
Ctrl  
Fn  
Alt  
.
Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys  
The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the  
program you are using. For more information, see your  
program documentation.  
Function keys  
The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the  
12 keys at the top of the keyboard.  
Function keys  
F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run  
programmed functions when you press them. Used in  
combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons  
run specific functions on the computer.  
Windows® special keys  
Application key  
®
Windows logo key  
Windows® special keys  
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The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions  
in the operating system:  
The Windows® logo key opens the Start menu.  
The Application key has the same function as the  
secondary (or right mouse) control button.  
Overlay keys  
&
(
)
7
8
9
0
Home  
PgUp  
7
8
9
U
I
O
P
4
5
6
-
.
J
K
L
:
;
End  
PgDn  
+
?
/
1
2
3
>
.
M
Ins  
Del  
0
/
End  
Sample keyboard overlay keys  
The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them  
form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you  
enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using  
the ten-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.  
Using the numeric keypad overlay  
To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11  
simultaneously. The numeric mode keyboard indicator light  
glows when the numeric overlay is on.  
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You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic  
characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so:  
For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the  
letters.  
For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while  
you type the letters.  
To use the cursor control overlay when the numeric overlay is  
on, press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control  
keys. To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift.  
To turn off the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the Fn key  
and press F11 again. The numeric mode light goes out.  
Using the cursor control overlay  
To turn on the cursor control overlay, press Fn and F10  
simultaneously. The cursor control mode keyboard indicator  
light glows when the cursor control overlay is on.  
To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on:  
For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the  
letters.  
For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while  
you type the letters.  
To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control  
overlay is on, hold down Shift while you use the numeric  
overlay keys. To return to the cursor control overlay, release  
Shift.  
To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key  
and press F10 again. The cursor control mode light goes out.  
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Although the computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with  
a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys.  
Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one  
of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size  
keyboard. For further information and instructions, see  
“Assigning a key to a program or document” on page 204.  
TOSHIBA Console button  
The TOSHIBA Console button provides quick access to some  
common functions. When the default setting is active, the  
TOSHIBA Console button brings up the TOSHIBA Console.  
Sample TOSHIBA Console box  
For information on how to program the button, see  
“TOSHIBA Button Controls” on page 211.  
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Starting a program  
The easiest way to start a program is to 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 four options:  
Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop  
Use the Start menu  
Use Windows® Explorer or My Computer to locate the  
program file  
Use the Run dialog box  
The tutorial chapter for the Windows® XP operating system  
gives step-by-step instructions for starting a program from the  
Start menu. See “Lesson 6: Starting programs” on page 151.  
Saving your work  
Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard  
disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important  
rules of computing.  
NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Stand by  
command, in case the battery discharges before you return to  
work. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the  
battery is running low, see “Setting battery alarms” on page 135.  
Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at  
regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. Check your  
programs’ documentation to see whether they have an  
automatic save feature.  
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To save:  
A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu  
and click Save.  
A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a  
name for the file, and click OK.  
HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working  
with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a  
different name.  
For information on how to name a file, see “Windows® XP  
file system” on page 143.  
Printing your work  
Verify that the operating system is set up for your printer as  
described in “Setting up a printer” on page 80.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first  
time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are  
changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system to  
run with the additional printer(s).  
To print a file:  
1
2
If your printer is not on, turn it on now.  
In the File menu of your Windows® program, click  
Print.  
The program displays a Print dialog box.  
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Sample Print dialog box  
Click OK to print.  
3
Using diskettes  
The 3.5-inch external USB diskette drive lets you use high-  
density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage.  
Diskette activity light  
Eject button  
Sample external diskette drive  
The diskette activity light flashes while the drive is being  
accessed.  
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Inserting and removing diskettes  
1
Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface  
points toward the drive.  
2
Push the diskette gently into the drive slot. When the  
diskette is in place, the eject button pops out.  
To release a diskette from the external drive slot, push the  
eject button.  
CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer  
while the light is glowing. Doing so could destroy data and  
damage the diskette or the drive.  
To access your diskette contents:  
1
2
Click Start, then click My Computer.  
Double-click the 3 1/2 Floppy (A:) drive.  
The diskette contents appear.  
Caring for diskettes  
Store your diskettes properly to protect them and keep  
them clean.  
If a diskette is dirty, clean it with a soft cloth moistened in  
water. Do not use cleaning fluids.  
Never slide back the protective metal cover.  
Never touch the magnetic surface of a diskette.  
Fingerprints can prevent the drive from reading the data  
stored on a diskette.  
Never twist or bend a diskette.  
Keep diskettes at room temperature and avoid exposing  
them to direct sunlight. Otherwise data may be lost.  
Never place heavy objects on your diskettes.  
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Never eat, smoke, or use erasers near your diskettes.  
Foreign particles can damage the diskette’s surface.  
Keep your diskettes away from sources of magnetism,  
such as speakers and radios, since these can destroy data.  
Backing up your files  
Backing up your files means copying individual files to a  
diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to  
another device, such as a tape drive, or to your network  
partition.  
Copying to a diskette  
1
Insert a diskette into the external diskette drive.  
2
Click Start.  
The Start menu appears.  
3
Click My Computer.  
The My Computer window appears.  
4
5
Double-click the drive that contains the file you want to  
copy.  
Double-click the folder that contains the file, then click  
the file you want to copy.  
HINT: You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one  
file.  
6
7
Click File, then click Send To.  
Click the icon for the diskette drive (3 1/2 floppy [A:]).  
HINT: You can also back up a file to a diskette by clicking the file  
(or files) you want to backup with the secondary button, then  
pointing to Send To and clicking 3 1/2 Floppy (A:).  
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Playing a CD or DVD  
Your computer has a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW  
drive that can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs.  
Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase  
in data storage and support features that are not available on  
any other video platform. These features include wide-screen  
movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound,  
multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. The computer  
can play high-resolution video at up to 30 frames per second.  
NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that  
you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery  
power.  
You use CD-ROMs to load and run software, and to access  
reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music.  
A special feature allows you to play audio CDs even when the  
computer is turned off. For more information, see “CD/DVD  
control buttons” on page 100.  
If your computer has a DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction  
drive, you can also write files (including music) to a CD-  
Recordable (CD-R) or CD-ReWritable (CD-RW) disc.  
Drive components and control buttons  
The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive is on the right  
side of the computer. The CD/DVD control buttons are  
located at the front edge of the computer and can be accessed  
when the display panel is closed or open.  
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Components  
Manual eject button  
Eject button  
DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive  
DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive  
Use the eject button to open the disc tray. This button requires  
power to operate.  
CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer  
while the disk/disc activity light is flashing. Doing so could  
damage the disc or the drive.  
The manual eject button allows you to manually open the disc  
tray when power to the computer and the drive is off.  
CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button.  
Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.  
Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.  
HINT: When the computer is off and the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/  
CD-RW drive is on, press the stop/eject control button to eject a  
disc.  
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CD/DVD control buttons  
The control buttons on the front edge of the computer enable  
you to play audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also  
use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on.  
Next  
track  
Previous  
track  
Mode  
Stop/Eject  
Sub LCD  
Play/Pause  
CD/DVD control buttons in front of the computer  
The mode button switches between the CD/DVD and digital  
audio modes. You can lock the mode to its current setting by  
pressing and holding the mode button for four seconds. When  
the mode button is locked, you cannot switch between the  
CD/DVD and digital audio modes. To unlock the mode  
button, press and hold it for four seconds.  
NOTE: You can only lock the mode to its current setting when the  
computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, or when the power is  
off.  
The previous track button returns to the preceding track on  
the disc.  
The next track button skips to the following track on the  
disc.  
The Sub LCD is a display screen that shows mode, status and  
battery level of the computer.  
Mode - The left side of the Sub LCD displays one of the  
following icons depending on what mode your computer  
is in:  
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CD/DVD control  
Digital audio  
Lock  
Status - The center panel displays the following:  
Time  
CD/DVD track time  
Power messages:  
Status  
ON  
Display  
Welcome!  
See you!  
OFF  
SUSPEND  
RESET  
Zzz...  
Wake up!  
Battery level - the right side of the Sub LCD shows the  
battery charge level.  
The play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes it  
pause if currently playing.  
The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing.  
You can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject button twice.  
Use this method to eject a disc when the computer is turned  
off and the sound subsystem is turned on.  
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CD/DVD control and Digital audio control  
The following chart describes CD/DVD control and digital  
audio mode.  
CD /DVD Mode  
Power is off If a CD is in the drive, the The operating system  
and you system enters CD player starts, the TOSHIBA  
Digital Audio Mode  
press Play/ mode and operates as a  
MEDIA PLAYER starts  
and the digital audio file  
begins to play.  
Pause  
stand-alone CD player.  
If a DVD is in the drive,  
the operating system starts  
and the DVD player starts.  
Operating If a CD is in the drive, the TOSHIBA MEDIA  
system is  
running  
and you  
TOSHIBA MEDIA  
PLAYER starts and the  
digital audio file begins to play.  
PLAYER starts and the  
digital audio file begins to  
press Play/ play.  
Pause  
If a DVD is in the drive,  
WinDVDTM starts and the  
DVD begins to play.  
CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the  
DVD-ROM drive power is on.  
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Inserting a disc  
WARNING: Before playing an audio CD or a DVD, turn the volume  
down. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your  
ears. To turn the volume down, use the volume control dial or  
access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs,  
Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).  
1
If the computer is turned on, press the eject button on the  
DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive.  
Pressing the eject button  
The disc tray partially opens.  
CAUTION: To avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the  
disk/disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray.  
2
3
Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open.  
Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and  
free of dust.  
CAUTION: Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of  
the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the  
disc incorrectly, you could lose data.  
4
Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label  
facing up.  
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Inserting a disc  
CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located  
underneath the drive’s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so  
could cause the drive to malfunction.  
5
Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it  
locks into place.  
Spindle  
Correct position  
Disc  
Incorrect position  
Incorrect position  
Positioning the disc on the spindle  
CAUTION: Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the  
spindle. If you position the disc incorrectly, it can jam the disc  
tray.  
6
Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the  
tray until it clicks, indicating that it is locked.  
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Playing an audio CD  
Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray.  
Depending on your default setting, your CD player will be  
either the Windows MediaTM Player or the TOSHIBA  
MEDIA PLAYER. For information on how to set the default,  
please see “TOSHIBA Button Controls” on page 211.  
To access the Windows MediaTM Player, click Start, then  
click Windows Media Player.  
Fast forward  
Rewind  
Play  
Stop  
Volume  
control  
Previous track  
Next track  
Mute  
Sample Windows MediaTM Player screen  
To access TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER:  
1
Click Start, then click All Programs.  
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2
Select Accessories and then TOSHIBA MEDIA  
PLAYER.  
Next  
track  
Previous  
track  
Next playlist  
Previous  
playlist  
Fast forward  
Pause  
Rewind  
CD mode  
Play  
Stop  
Sample TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER window  
Select the CD mode button to enable the CD controls.  
3
The CD player’s control panels works much like ordinary  
compact disc players:  
To stop the CD, click the Stop button.  
To pause, click the Pause button.  
Playing a DVD  
This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVD.  
For information about how to play back a DVD, see  
“WinDVD™” on page 221.  
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Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD  
CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard  
disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that  
require a lot of space, such as photographs and large  
presentation files. You can use Explorer or My Computer to  
view the contents of any CD or DVD.  
Removing a disc with the computer on  
CAUTION: Never press the eject button while the computer is  
accessing the drive. Wait for the disk/disc activity light on the  
system indicator panel to turn off before opening the disc tray.  
1
Locate and press the eject button.  
The disc tray partially opens.  
2
3
Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open.  
Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its  
protective cover.  
CAUTION: If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray, wait  
for the disc to stop before removing it.  
4
Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the  
tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked.  
Removing a disc with the computer off  
1
Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip,  
into the manual eject button access hole.  
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CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button.  
Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.  
2
Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its  
protective cover.  
3
Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the  
tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked.  
Caring for CDs and DVDs  
Store your discs in their original containers to protect  
them from scratches and keep them clean.  
Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.  
Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the  
surface of a disc can prevent the drive from reading the  
data properly.  
Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or  
cold.  
To clean a disc, wipe it from the center outwards (not in a  
circle) with a clean, dry cloth. If necessary, moisten the  
cloth with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or  
rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before  
inserting it in the drive.  
Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW  
multifunction drive  
Your computer may come with a DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/  
CD-RW multifunction drive that allows you to:  
Play prerecorded DVDs  
Play prerecorded CDs  
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Read and write files (including music) to a CD-  
Recordable (CD-R) or CD-ReWritable (CD-RW) disc.  
CAUTION: Check the disk/disc activity light when you use the  
DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive. Do not press the eject  
button, disconnect a drive or turn off the computer while the light  
is glowing. Doing so could damage the CD, DVD or drive.  
Setting up for communications  
To communicate across the telephone lines with another  
computer, you need:  
The computer’s modem  
A telephone line  
A communications program  
To connect to the Internet, you need a Web browser, such as  
Microsoft® Internet Explorer.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: Disable Call Waiting before you connect  
through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts data transmission.  
Connecting the modem  
Your computer comes with a built-in V.92 K56 modem and a  
built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter. To use the modem,  
you must connect it to a standard voice-grade RJ11 telephone  
line.  
NOTE: Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53 kbps are the  
maximum permissible rates during downloads. Actual data  
transmission speeds will vary depending on line conditions.  
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For more information regarding your system’s V.92 K56  
modem, visit the Toshiba web site at toshiba.com  
1
Attach one end of a standard RJ11 telephone cable to the  
modem port on the back of the computer.  
Connecting to the modem port  
2
Plug the other end of the RJ11 telephone cable into the  
modular jack of a standard voice-grade telephone line.  
Connecting your computer to a network  
You can connect your computer to a network locally or  
remotely.  
Locally, using the built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter  
by connecting it to a standard RJ45 LAN line.  
Remotely, using the built-in modem and a dial-up  
connection.  
To set up the network connection, use the Network Setup  
Wizard:  
1
2
Click Start and point to All Programs.  
Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and  
click Network Setup Wizard.  
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
The computer connects with the network.  
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Powering down the computer  
When you power down the computer, you have a number of  
options to choose from:  
Turn Off or Shut down, which power off the computer  
Hibernation, which saves the current operating state to  
the hard disk and powers off the computer  
Stand by, which saves the current operating state to  
memory and enters a low power mode  
Restart, which restarts the computer  
Each option has its advantages.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to power  
down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk  
activity lights are off.  
If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all,  
wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again.  
Turn Off or Shut down command  
The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off the  
computer. The Windows® XP Home operating system uses  
the Turn Off command. The Windows® XP Pro operating  
system uses the Turn Off command if you are not connected  
to a Windows® domain server. The Windows® XP Pro  
operating system uses the Shut down command if you are a  
member of a domain.  
Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down:  
No power is used while the computer is turned off. This  
is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your  
computer for an extended time.  
Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most  
time and battery power.  
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When starting up again, the system does not  
automatically open the programs and files you were  
previously using.  
Restart command  
Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but  
automatically powers up the computer. Use it when you need  
to reload the operating system, for example to activate  
changes to system settings.  
Hibernation command  
The Hibernation command powers off the computer, but it  
first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk.  
Since Hibernation does not require power to maintain the  
saved information, the system settings are retained  
indefinitely. Restoring information from the hard disk takes  
longer than restoring it from memory. When you restart the  
computer, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operating  
system, and then returns to the state in which you left it.  
Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation:  
While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery  
power.  
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 option. But  
it uses a little more time and battery power to start up  
than the Stand by mode, because information is being  
retrieved from the hard disk instead of from memory.  
On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which  
you left it, and opens all the programs and files you were  
using.  
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Stand by command  
The Stand by command puts the computer into a power-  
saving mode. Stand by stores the current state of the  
computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer,  
you can continue working from where you left off.  
Factors to consider when choosing Stand by:  
While in Stand by mode, the computer uses some battery  
power. If your computer is left in Stand by mode for an  
extended period, your computer could lose data.  
When starting up again, this choice uses less time and  
battery power than either Turn Off, Shut down or  
Hibernation.  
On restarting, the computer returns to the state in which  
you left it, and opens all the programs and files you were  
using.  
NOTE: If you power down using the Stand by command and the  
battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to  
save your work often.  
Using Turn Off or Shut down  
If you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system,  
or are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are  
not a member of a domain, power off the computer as  
follows:  
1
Click Start, Turn off computer.  
The Turn off computer window appears.  
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Sample Turn off computer window  
Click Turn Off.  
2
The computer turns itself off.  
If you are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and  
are a member of a domain, power off the computer as  
follows:  
1
Click Start, Shut down.  
The Shut Down window appears.  
Select Shut down from the drop-down list.  
Click OK.  
2
3
The computer turns itself off.  
Turning off or shutting down more quickly  
In addition to the method described above, you can turn off or  
shut down the computer by pressing the power button.  
To do so, you must preset the mode.  
1
Click Start, Control Panel.  
The Control Panel window appears.  
2
3
Click Performance and Maintenance.  
Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.  
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.  
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Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window  
4
5
Click Details in the Running on batteries section.  
The Full Power Properties window appears.  
Click the System Power Mode tab.  
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Sample Full Power Properties window  
6
Select Power Off for the option you want.  
When I press the power button  
Set this option to Power Off if you want the computer  
to turn off when you press the power button.  
7
Click Override all Modes with settings here.  
The Set the range window appears.  
Sample Set the range window with DC only option  
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8
9
Do one of the following:  
Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only  
when you are using battery power.  
Click All for the settings to apply whether you are  
using battery power or outlet power.  
Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window.  
10 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, press and release the power  
button; the on/off light changes to green.  
Using Hibernation  
When Hibernation is enabled, you can put the computer into  
Hibernation in more than one way.  
Enabling the Hibernation command  
Hibernation enabled is a default setting. If it should become  
disabled, you can enable it as follows:  
1
Click Start, Control Panel.  
The Control Panel window appears.  
2
3
Click Performance and Maintenance.  
Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.  
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.  
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Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window  
4
5
Click the Hibernate tab, then click the Enable  
hibernate support check box.  
Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties  
window, then close the Control Panel.  
Going into Hibernation mode  
If you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system,  
or are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are  
not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the  
Hibernation command as follows:  
1
2
Click Start, Turn off computer.  
Hold down the shift key and click Hibernate  
(“Hibernate” only appears when the shift key is pressed).  
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The Turn off computer window appears.  
Sample Turn off computer window with shift key held down to  
show Hibernate option  
The computer saves the state of the system, including all open  
programs and files, to the hard disk. Then the computer turns  
itself off.  
If you are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and  
are a member of a domain, power off the computer using  
Hibernation as follows:  
1
Click Start, Shut Down.  
The Shut Down window appears.  
Select Hibernate from the drop-down list of options.  
Click OK.  
2
3
The computer saves the state of the system, including all open  
programs and files, to the hard disk. Then the computer turns  
itself off.  
Going into Hibernation mode more quickly  
By pressing the power button  
By closing the display panel  
By pressing the hotkey combination Fn+F4  
To put the computer into Hibernation mode by pressing the  
power button and/or closing the display, you must preset the  
mode:  
1
Click Start, Control Panel.  
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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
5
In the Running on batteries area, click the Details button.  
Click the System Power Mode tab.  
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Sample Full Power Properties window  
6 Select Hibernation for the options you want.  
When I press the power button  
Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer  
will go into Hibernation mode when you press the  
power button.  
When I close the lid  
Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer  
will go into Hibernation mode when you close the  
display panel.  
7
Click Override all Modes with settings here.  
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The Set the range window appears.  
Sample Set the range window with DC only option  
8
Do one of the following:  
Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only  
when you are using battery power.  
Click All for the settings to apply whether you are  
using battery power or outlet power.  
9
Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window.  
10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties  
window, then close the Control Panel.  
Starting again from Hibernation  
To start the computer from Hibernation mode, press and  
release the power button until the on/off light changes to  
green. The computer returns to the screen you were using.  
If you went into Hibernation mode by closing the display  
panel, you can start the computer again by opening the  
display panel.  
Using Stand by  
If you are using the Windows® XP Home operating system,  
or are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and are  
not a member of a domain, power off the computer using the  
Stand by command as follows:  
1
Click Start, Turn off computer.  
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Using Stand by  
The Turn off computer window appears.  
Sample Turn off computer window  
Click Stand By.  
2
The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to  
memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power  
On  
mode. The on/off light ( ) blinks amber indicating the  
machine is in Stand by mode.  
If you are using the Windows® XP Pro operating system and  
are a member of a domain, power off the computer using the  
Stand by command as follows:  
1
Click Start, then Shut down.  
The Shut Down window appears.  
Select Stand by from the drop-down list of options.  
Click OK.  
2
3
The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to  
memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power  
mode. The on/off light blinks green to indicate the machine is  
in Stand by mode.  
NOTE: If you power down using the Stand by command and the  
battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to  
save your work often.  
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Going into Stand by mode more quickly  
You can also put the computer into Stand by mode in three  
ways:  
By pressing the hot key combination Fn+F3.  
By pressing the power button  
By closing the display panel.  
To put the computer into Stand by mode when you press the  
power button or close the display panel, you must preset the  
mode:  
1
Click Start, Control Panel.  
The Control Panel window appears  
2
3
Click Performance and Maintenance.  
Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.  
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.  
Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window  
Click Details in the Running on batteries section.  
4
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Using Stand by  
The Full Power Properties window appears.  
5
Click the System Power Mode tab.  
Sample Full Power Properties window  
Select Standby for the options you want.  
6
When I press the power button  
Set this option to Standby so that the computer will  
go into Stand by mode when you press the power  
button.  
When I close the lid  
Set this option to Standby so that the computer will  
go into Stand by mode when you close the display  
panel.  
When the system Standby time has passed  
Set this option to Standby if you want the computer  
to automatically go into Stand by mode when you  
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haven’t used it for a specified amount of time. You  
can set the System Stand by time on the Power Save  
Mode tab.  
7
Click Override all Modes with settings here.  
The Set the range window appears.  
Sample Set the range window with DC only option  
8
Do one of the following:  
Click DC only for the settings to apply only when  
you are using battery power.  
Click All for the settings to apply whether you are  
using battery power or outlet power.  
9
Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window.  
10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties  
window, then close the Control Panel.  
Starting again from Stand by  
To start the computer from Stand by mode, press and release  
the power button until the on/off light changes to green. The  
computer returns to the screen you were using.  
If you put the computer in Stand by mode by closing the  
display panel, you can start the computer again by opening  
the display panel.  
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Mobile Computing  
This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while  
traveling.  
Toshiba’s energy-saver design  
Your computer enters a low-power mode when it is not being  
used, thereby conserving energy and saving money 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 periods while  
traveling.  
Running the computer on battery power  
The computer contains a removable lithium ion (Li-ion)  
high-capacity battery that provides power when you are away  
from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times.  
Battery life may vary depending on applications, power  
management settings and features utilized. Recharge time  
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varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while  
the computer is consuming full power.  
pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your  
To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity,  
operate the computer on battery power at least once a month  
until the battery is fully discharged. Please see “Maximizing  
battery life” on page 129 for procedures. If the computer is  
continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC  
adapter or a docking station (if applicable to your system), for  
an extended period (more than a month) the battery may fail  
to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and  
the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition.  
In addition, the computer has an internal real-time clock  
(RTC) battery. This is a nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery.  
The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your  
system configuration settings and the current time and date  
for up to a month while the computer is turned off.  
Using additional batteries  
If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for  
many hours without an AC power source, you may want to  
carry additional charged batteries with you. You can then  
replace a discharged battery and continue working.  
Battery safety precautions  
If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or  
changes color or shape while it is being used or charged,  
turn off the computer’s power immediately and  
disconnect the power cord from the power socket.  
Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer.  
Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.  
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Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery.  
Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging  
could damage it.  
Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with  
another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can  
cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery  
or the computer.  
Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to  
explode and release toxic materials.  
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately.  
Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.  
To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that  
you can purchase through toshiba.com.  
A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all  
batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot  
be installed to cause reverse polarity.  
Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery  
charger designated as an approved option.  
When you install the battery, you should hear a click  
when it is seated properly.  
Never expose the battery to fire. The battery could  
explode.  
Maximizing battery life  
To maximize the life of your battery:  
At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a  
power source and operate it on battery power until the  
battery fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps  
below:  
1
2
Turn off the computer’s power.  
Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the  
computer’s power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4.  
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3
4
Operate the computer on battery power for five  
minutes. If the battery has at least five minutes of  
operating time, continue operating until the battery is  
fully discharged. If the battery light flashes or there is  
some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to  
step 4.  
Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the  
power cable to a power outlet. The DC-IN (if  
applicable to your system) or AC power light should  
glow green, and the battery light should glow amber  
to indicate that the battery is being charged. If the  
DC-IN or AC power light indicator does not glow,  
power is not being supplied. Check the connections  
to the AC adapter and power cable.  
5
Charge the battery until the battery light glows green.  
If you have extra batteries, rotate their use.  
If you will not be using the system for an extended period  
(more than one month) remove the battery.  
Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully  
charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and  
shortens its life.  
If you are not going to use the computer for more than  
eight hours, disconnect the AC adapter.  
Store spare batteries in a cool dry place out of direct  
sunlight.  
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Charging batteries  
The main battery needs to be charged before you can use it to  
power the computer. You can charge the battery using your  
computer, or you can use an optional battery charger.  
CAUTION: Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more  
than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of  
the battery.  
Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook  
computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s  
Web site at toshibaaccessories.com.  
Charging the main battery  
To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug  
the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes several hours to  
charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer  
to charge the battery while the computer is on.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery may take longer to charge with  
many applications open at the same time.  
The battery may not start charging immediately if:  
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 degrees Celsius).  
The battery is almost completely discharged.  
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Leave the power connected, and the battery should begin  
charging after a few minutes.  
HINT: Once a battery is fully charged, we recommend that you  
operate your computer on battery power until the battery  
discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps  
ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity.  
Charging the RTC battery  
The computer contains an internal battery that provides  
power for the real-time clock (RTC) and calendar.  
During normal use, the main battery keeps the RTC battery  
adequately charged. Occasionally, the RTC battery may lose  
its charge completely, especially if you have had the  
computer turned off for a long time.  
If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar  
may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working.  
To recharge the RTC battery, plug in the computer and leave  
it turned on for 10 or more hours.  
NOTE: It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it  
charges while the computer is off.  
When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is  
completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-  
time clock.  
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Monitoring battery power  
The battery light indicates the main battery’s current charge.  
It:  
Glows green when the battery is fully charged  
Glows amber while the battery is being charged  
Does not glow if the external power source is  
disconnected or if the battery is completely discharged  
Determining remaining battery power  
NOTE: Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer  
before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The  
computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity  
and perform its calculations.  
1
Click Start, Control Panel.  
The Control Panel opens.  
2
3
4
Click Performance and Maintenance.  
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.  
Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the  
Running on Batteries section, click Details.  
5
Click the Power Save Mode tab.  
The current power source and battery power remaining  
section displays the current charge state of the battery.  
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The value displays as a percentage of remaining battery  
charge.  
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 Fahrenheit.  
The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on  
your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of  
the battery.  
Conserving battery power  
How long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using the  
computer depends on a number of factors, such as:  
How the computer is configured  
How much you use the display panel instead of an  
external monitor  
How much you use the hard disk and other drives  
Whether you use any optional devices to which the  
battery supplies power, such as a PC Card  
Where you are working—since operating time decreases  
at low temperatures  
Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of  
time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to  
recharge the battery.  
Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage  
modes.  
You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your  
own needs. See “Power Management” on page 215 for  
details.  
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What to do when the battery runs low  
When the battery runs low you can:  
Plug the computer into an external power source and  
recharge the battery.  
Put the computer in Hibernation mode and replace the  
battery with a charged spare.  
Save your work and turn off the computer.  
If you don’t manage to do any of these things before the  
battery completely runs out of power, the computer  
automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off.  
Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were so, when  
you turn on the power again, you can continue where you left  
off.  
The computer stores the information on what you were doing  
until the battery runs out of power. If you have Hibernation  
mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of  
your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting  
down.  
Setting battery alarms  
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the  
battery is running low.  
You can set multiple alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert  
you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power  
has been reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound  
an alarm, display a message, both, or none. You can also set  
the computer to enter Stand by mode or Hibernation mode, or  
to Turn Off when the alarm goes off.  
To set an alarm:  
1
Click Start, then click Control Panel.  
The Control Panel window appears.  
Click Performance and Maintenance.  
2
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3
Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.  
4
5
Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the  
Running on Batteries section, click Details.  
Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm, as desired.  
Changing the main battery  
When your battery power is running low, you have two  
options: connect the computer to an AC power source or  
install a charged battery.  
NOTE: If your battery discharges fully, your information will be  
lost. Be sure to save your work often.  
CAUTION: When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or  
short-circuit its terminals.  
Removing the battery from the computer  
1
Save your work.  
2
Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode  
according to the instructions in “Going into Hibernation  
mode more quickly” on page 119.  
3
4
Remove all cables connected to the computer.  
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside  
down with the back of the computer facing you.  
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5
Carefully slide the battery release latch toward the right  
side of the computer.  
Removing the battery  
6
With the battery release latch pulled toward the right side  
of the computer, grasp the battery pack and gently pull it  
free.  
WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on  
protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following  
the advice in “Disposing of used batteries safely” on page 138.  
Inserting a charged battery  
1
Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a  
clean cloth to ensure a good connection.  
2
With the battery release latch pulled toward the right side  
of the computer, insert the front end of the battery pack  
into the computer and gently slide it in until it snaps into  
place.  
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Inserting the battery  
CAUTION: Failure to lock the battery cover can result in the battery  
falling out of the computer case.  
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4
5
Turn the computer right side up.  
Reconnect any cables you removed.  
Turn on the computer.  
Disposing of used batteries safely  
You can recharge a battery many times. When the battery  
needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after  
you have fully recharged the battery.  
You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.  
CAUTION: The computer’s main battery is a lithium ion (Li-ion)  
battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled,  
or disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only  
irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required  
by local ordinances or regulations.  
Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba.  
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Traveling tips  
insert regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with  
your local government agency for information on where to  
recycle or dispose of old batteries.  
Traveling tips  
The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to  
work” on page 41, also apply while travelling.  
Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place  
where it could get wet or covered in dust.  
Always travel with the computer in a carrying case.  
Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the  
computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for  
manuals, power cables, compact discs and diskettes.  
Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more  
information, or visit toshibaaccessories.com.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to  
pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray  
equipment will not harm your computer.  
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Chapter 5  
Getting to Know the  
Windows® XP  
Operating System  
This chapter introduces the Windows® XP operating system  
by guiding you through a few basic tasks.  
Whether you have used a Windows® operating system or not,  
the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will  
more than offset the short amount of time spent going  
through these lessons.  
As you explore the Windows® XP operating system further,  
you will often discover alternative ways of accomplishing a  
particular task.  
For more detailed information on your operating system,  
refer to the Microsoft® Windows ® XP operating system  
documentation that came with your computer.  
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop  
The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in  
the operating system. You use its features to start programs,  
find documents, set up system components, and perform most  
other computing tasks.  
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HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly  
different from the screens displayed by your system. However, the  
differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in  
the functionality of your system.  
Finding your way around the desktop  
Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features:  
icons, Start button, taskbar, System tray, and background  
pattern.  
Icons  
System tray  
Taskbar  
Start  
button  
Sample Desktop  
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Icons  
An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be  
quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.  
You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or  
program by dragging the element’s icon from its location in a  
window to the desktop area.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a file from a diskette, it does not  
go into the Recycle Bin. For more information on the Recycle Bin,  
see Windows® online Help.  
NOTE: If you place the cursor over an icon, a popup description of  
the file contents appears.  
Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your  
configuration. See the Windows® XP online Help for more  
specific information on each icon and how to use it.  
Start button  
You use the Start button to:  
Start programs  
Access operating system update information  
Open recently accessed documents  
Adjust system settings  
Search for files  
Access Windows® Help and Support  
Run programs  
Suspend system activity and turn off the computer  
For more information on starting programs, see “Lesson 6:  
Starting programs” on page 151.  
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Taskbar  
Each time you open a program, a button associated with that  
program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a  
button appears on the taskbar for each document or window  
you open. You can use these buttons on the taskbar to quickly  
switch between the programs or windows.  
To make a program or window the active one, click the  
program’s or window’s button.  
System tray  
The System tray displays icons of tasks or programs that run  
continuously in the background. To learn more about each  
task, position the cursor over the icon for a few moments and  
a short description of the task appears.  
Typical tasks in the System tray are Current time, Power  
usage mode, and speaker volume.  
To activate a specific task, double-click the appropriate  
System tray icon.  
Windows® XP file system  
All files on your computer are organized for accessibility  
using a hierarchal file system.  
Programs, documents, and other data are held in files. These  
files can be grouped together in folders, and folders can be  
grouped inside other folders for convenient organizing. All  
the files and folders reside in your computer on a storage  
device, such as a disk drive.  
You can think of your computer storage system in terms of  
office equipment. You have a file cabinet (device), that  
contains folders, and each folder may contain documents.  
Your office may have more than one file cabinet, just as your  
computer may have more than one disk drive.  
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Computers can be connected together to form a network, so  
that programs, documents and other data can be quickly and  
easily shared between computers.  
You can use the My Computer feature, accessible through the  
Start menu, to access any file in the Windows® file system.  
For more information, read the Microsoft® documentation  
that comes with your computer.  
Lesson 2: Using the pointing device and  
control buttons together  
Your computer comes with a cPad or TouchPad pointing  
device. The “Getting Started” chapter introduced you to the  
pointing device, which is your basic tool for moving around  
the screen. This lesson lets you practice using the pointing  
device with the control buttons in tandem.  
NOTE: How to best use the cPad or TouchPad and the control  
buttons together is a matter of personal preference. Many users  
find that the ideal way is to use both hands, with one index finger  
working the cPad and/or TouchPad and the other clicking the  
control buttons.  
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Using the pointing device, move the cursor to the Start  
button on the screen, then click the primary button  
(usually the left button) of the adjoining control buttons  
to open the Start menu.  
NOTE: In this guide, the term “click” refers to the primary button,  
which is usually the left one. Instructions requiring the secondary  
button specifically mention that button. For example, “click the  
secondary button.”  
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3
Click an empty area of the desktop to close the Start  
menu.  
With the cursor in an empty area of the desktop, click the  
secondary button to open the desktop shortcut menu.  
As the name implies, shortcut menus provide quick  
access to many operating system features.  
Sample desktop shortcut menu  
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5
Click an empty area to close the shortcut menu.  
Click Start, then click My Computer.  
The operating system opens the My Computer window.  
Sample My Computer window  
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Now click the Close button in the upper-right corner of  
this window.  
The My Computer window is closed.  
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Click an empty area of the taskbar at the bottom of the  
screen and, while holding down the primary button, use  
the pointing device to drag the cursor to the right edge of  
the desktop, then release the primary button. (This  
process is known as “clicking and dragging.”)  
The taskbar moves from the bottom to the right edge of  
the desktop.  
Start button  
Taskbar  
System tray  
Sample desktop with the taskbar on the right  
HINT: You can move the taskbar to any of the desktop’s four edges.  
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Click the taskbar once again and drag it back to the  
bottom of the desktop.  
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If you can’t move the taskbar, it’s probably because it has  
been locked.  
To unlock it:  
1
Right-click the taskbar.  
A menu appears. If the Lock the taskbar option has a  
check mark, then the feature is in use.  
2
3
Click Lock the taskbar.  
Call up the menu again. The check mark should be gone,  
indicating the lock has been removed.  
Follow the same steps to lock the taskbar.  
You can also lock and unlock the taskbar by using the  
Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window.  
To access the window:  
1
Right-click the taskbar, then select Properties.  
The Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window appears.  
2
3
Check or uncheck the box next to the Lock the taskbar  
command.  
Click OK.  
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet  
This lesson demonstrates how to access a Web page from a  
window and from the taskbar.  
The lesson assumes you have an account with an Internet  
Service Provider (ISP).  
Opening a Web page from a window  
The most common way to open a Web page is by typing a  
Web address in the address line of the Web browser itself. But  
you can also type a Web address in the My Computer  
window.  
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1
Click Start, then My Computer.  
The My Computer window appears.  
2
On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click  
Address Bar.  
The operating system displays the address bar. It  
indicates that you are in “My Computer.”  
Sample My Computer window  
Lesson 4: Creating a new document  
This lesson teaches you how to create a text file without  
having to first open a program.  
1
Move the cursor to an empty area of the desktop, then  
click the secondary button.  
The operating system displays a shortcut menu of  
commands applicable to the desktop.  
2
Click New, then click Text Document.  
The operating system creates an icon on the desktop  
called New Text Document with the icon name  
highlighted.  
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4
To give your document a meaningful name, type My New  
Doc.txt and press Enter.  
Double-click the My New Doc icon.  
The operating system opens the new document in  
Notepad—the text editor built into the operating system.  
Sample Notepad window  
Notice that when the document opens, there is a new  
button on the taskbar that reads New Doc.txt- Notepad  
(the name may be too long to fit into the taskbar space  
but, if you point to the name, the complete name is  
visible). By displaying buttons like this one, the taskbar  
helps you keep track of the programs and files you  
currently have open.  
To learn more about Notepad, open the Help menu by  
pressing F1. For now, leave Notepad open and go on to the  
next lesson.  
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Lesson 5: Creating a new folder  
DEFINITION: A folder is an area where you can store documents  
and other types of files. It is analogous to a file folder stored in a  
file cabinet. In this case, a disk drive in the computer is the file  
cabinet.  
The operating system stores documents and programs in  
folders. It even stores other folders in folders. In this lesson,  
you will create a folder in which to store your new document.  
1
Move the cursor to an empty area of the desktop, then  
click the secondary button.  
The operating system displays the desktop shortcut  
menu.  
2
Click New, then click Folder.  
The operating system creates an icon on the desktop  
called New Folder with the icon name highlighted.  
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4
Type a name for the folder, such as My Folder, then  
press Enter.  
Close the Notepad document you just created by clicking  
the Close button on the right side of the Notepad title bar.  
The operating system displays the document as an icon  
on the desktop.  
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6
Click the document icon and drag it toward your My  
Folder icon. Position the document icon over the My  
Folder icon until it changes color, then release the  
primary button.  
The outline of the document icon moves across the  
desktop and disappears into the folder.  
To see your document, double-click the folder icon.  
A window opens and displays the contents of the folder.  
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Close the window by clicking its Close button and  
continue with the next lesson to learn how to start  
programs.  
Lesson 6: Starting programs  
Usually, you will know which program you want to use for a  
particular task.  
This lesson teaches you how to launch programs from the  
Start menu, using two of the programs that are built into the  
operating system: Paint and Windows® Explorer.  
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2
Click Start, then All Programs.  
Point to Accessories, then click Paint.  
The operating system opens Paint—a basic drawing  
program.  
Sample Paint window  
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To open the second program:  
Click Start, then click All Programs.  
Point to Accessories, then click Windows Explorer.  
The operating system opens Windows® Explorer, which  
provides access to all your computer’s resources. For  
example, it lets you see all the files in a particular folder  
on the computer’s hard disk.  
Sample Windows Explorer window  
Notice the taskbar now has two buttons on it—one for  
Paint and one for Windows® Explorer.  
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Click the Paint button on the taskbar.  
The operating system displays the Paint program.  
The operating system places the active window on top of  
other windows on the desktop unless you have selected a  
different display option. You can move back and forth  
between the two programs by clicking each button  
alternately.  
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Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding  
windows  
If you have followed the lessons in this chapter, you now have  
a screen with several program windows open. You can  
organize these windows by resizing and repositioning them  
so that you can see more than one of them at a time. You can  
also hide windows by removing them from the desktop  
without actually closing your document or program.  
This lesson introduces several ways to adjust the size, shape,  
and position of windows open on the desktop.  
Close button  
Maximize button  
Minimize button  
Taskbar  
Sample Windows® Explorer window open on the desktop  
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Using the taskbar  
If you have applications open on the desktop, you can  
rearrange them by pointing to the program’s button on the  
taskbar with the pointing device and clicking the secondary  
button. Your computer comes with either a cPad or a  
TouchPad pointing device. You have these options:  
Move windows  
Size windows  
Minimize all windows — display only the taskbar  
buttons  
Maximize windows  
Close windows  
Choose your option depending on how you wish to set up  
your desktop.  
Minimizing and maximizing windows  
1
To make the Explorer window the active window, click  
the Windows Explorer button on the taskbar.  
The operating system highlights the Windows® Explorer  
title bar to show that Windows® Explorer is the active  
window.  
2
Click the Minimize button at the top-right of the  
Explorer window to hide the window.  
Windows® Explorer disappears from the desktop.  
However, it is still open, as you can see from the taskbar.  
HINT: Minimizing program windows is a good way to clean up the  
desktop without actually closing programs.  
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3
Click the Maximize button in the top-right corner of the  
Paint window.  
The Paint window expands to fill the screen, hiding  
everything except the taskbar. Notice that the Maximize  
button has changed. It is now called the Restore button.  
HINT: Maximizing a program is a good way to work when you are  
using only that program and do not want any distractions on the  
screen.  
Resizing and moving windows  
1
Click the Restore button in the top-right corner of the  
Paint window.  
Paint returns to its previous size and location. Notice that  
the Restore button has changed back into the Maximize  
button.  
For the next few steps assume that you want to be able to  
see both Paint and Windows® Explorer at the same time.  
2
Move the cursor to the right-hand edge of the Paint  
window.  
The cursor changes to a two-headed arrow.  
3
4
Click and drag the edge of the window until it takes up  
just less than half the width of the desktop.  
Click the title bar of the Paint window and drag it to the  
left side of the desktop.  
You can move any window by clicking its title bar and  
dragging it.  
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Click My Documents on the taskbar.  
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Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change the size and position of  
Windows® Explorer, placing it on the right side of the  
desktop.  
Now that the windows are side by side, you can see how  
you could refer to one window while working in the  
other.  
Resizing and moving windows allows you to rearrange the  
desktop to suit your needs. Experiment with different sizes  
and placements of windows to find the best arrangement for  
your work.  
At this point you have two programs open on the desktop.  
The next lesson shows you how to close them.  
Lesson 8: Closing programs  
Once you are finished working with a document or program,  
it is a good idea to close it. While you can run several  
programs at the same time, having a large number of  
programs and documents open simultaneously can slow  
down your computer.  
This lesson teaches you how to close the programs you  
opened earlier in this tutorial.  
To close the programs:  
1
Click the Close button at the top-right of the Explorer  
window.  
That is all there is to it. Windows® Explorer closes,  
removing the Explorer button from the taskbar as well.  
2
Close Paint and the My Computer window (assuming it is  
still open) by clicking the Close buttons for each  
program.  
HINT: Always save your work before you close a program.  
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Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts  
By adding shortcuts to your desktop, you can open programs  
or files with the click of a button. You will probably want to  
create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently.  
This lesson explains how to create shortcuts using two  
operating system accessories, Calculator and Character Map,  
as examples.  
Creating a shortcut to the Calculator  
Use this method when you know the name and location of the  
program file to which you would like to create a shortcut.  
1
Move the cursor to an empty area of the desktop, then  
click the secondary button.  
The operating system displays the desktop shortcut  
menu.  
2
Click New, then click Shortcut.  
The operating system displays the Create Shortcut dialog  
box.  
Sample Create Shortcut dialog box  
3
In the Command line box, type c:\windows\system32\calc.exe  
and click Next.  
The operating system prompts you to select a name for  
the shortcut.  
4
Type Calculator and click Finish.  
The operating system displays the new shortcut on your  
desktop.  
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Creating a shortcut to the Character Map  
Use this method when you don’t know the name and location  
of the program file.  
1
Click Start, then click Search.  
Sample Search option on the Start menu  
The operating system displays the Search Results  
window.  
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Sample Search Results window  
HINT: Search also allows you to perform searches on the Internet.  
2
3
Click All files and folders.  
Type char in the text box labeled: In all or part of the file  
name.  
The operating system displays a list of all the files with  
“char” in their names.  
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5
Select the Character Map file with the secondary  
button, then drag and drop it on the desktop.  
In the shortcut menu, click Create Shortcut(s) Here.  
A shortcut to the Character Map appears on your desktop.  
NOTE: Shortcut icons can be recognized by an arrow in the lower-  
left corner. Deleting or changing the shortcut icons will not affect  
the program to which they refer.  
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Clicking a shortcut icon opens the program or folder  
immediately. You can place as many shortcuts on your  
desktop as you find useful.  
HINT: The Character Map is a useful tool when you want to add a  
special character to a document.  
Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver  
You can personalize the background area of your desktop  
with pictures, patterns, or colors. The background is  
considered a “property” of your desktop. This lesson will not  
only teach you how to change the background, but will also  
introduce you to properties.  
The Windows ® XP operating system treats all windows,  
icons, programs, drives, etc. as self-contained objects, each  
with its own set of properties (such as size, position on-  
screen, and color). Many of these properties can be  
customized to meet your particular needs and tastes.  
DEFINITION: An object is an independent block of data, text, or  
graphics that was created by an individual application.  
This lesson introduces object properties by showing you how  
to change one of the properties of the desktop—the screen  
saver. This is a continuously changing pattern that appears on  
the screen during pauses in your work.  
1
Move the cursor to an empty area of the desktop, then  
click the secondary button.  
The operating system displays the desktop shortcut  
menu.  
2
Click Properties.  
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The operating system opens the Display Properties  
window.  
Sample Display Properties window  
3
4
Click the Screen Saver tab.  
Click the arrow beside the current option—probably  
“(None)” —to open the screen saver list box.  
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6
Scroll through the screen saver options by clicking the  
scroll arrows in the list box.  
Try a screen saver pattern by clicking a name in the list  
box.  
The operating system displays your selection in the  
monitor above the list box. Try several patterns.  
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8
To apply a pattern to your desktop, click Apply.  
After you have chosen a screen saver pattern and applied  
it to your desktop, click OK.  
The operating system returns you to the desktop.  
You can view any object’s properties by clicking the object  
with the secondary button, then choosing Properties from the  
shortcut menu that appears.  
The next lesson explains how to set two other properties—the  
date and time.  
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Lesson 11: Setting the date and time  
You initially set the computer’s date and time properties  
when you turned the computer on for the first time and set up  
the operating system.  
To change the date and time settings:  
1
Click Start, Control Panel.  
The Control Panel window appears.  
Click Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options.  
Click one of the following:  
2
3
Change the date and time in the Pick a Task  
section  
Date and Time in the or pick a Control Panel icon  
section  
The Date and Time Properties window appears.  
Sample Date and Time Properties window  
HINT: To open the Date and Time Properties window more quickly,  
either click the time display on the taskbar with the secondary  
button, then click Adjust Date/Time, or double-click the time  
display.  
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5
Click the Date and Time tab and set the correct month,  
year, day, and time.  
Click the Time Zone tab and drop-down list box, and set  
your time zone.  
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7
Click OK.  
Close the Control Panel.  
Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop  
Earlier in this tutorial, you created a new icon on the desktop.  
Since everything you have done to this point has been just  
practice, you may want to return the desktop back to its  
original uncluttered state. This lesson explains how to remove  
objects from the desktop and introduces the Recycle Bin.  
1
Click the New Folder icon you created, drag it until it is  
over the Recycle Bin icon and it changes color, then  
release the primary button.  
The icon disappears, but it has not really gone. It is  
merely set aside in the Recycle Bin so that you can  
restore or delete it later.  
2
3
Repeat step 1 for any other icons you created during this  
tutorial.  
Each icon disappears as you drop it on the Recycle Bin.  
Double-click the Recycle Bin icon.  
The operating system opens the Recycle Bin window.  
Notice that all the icons you dropped on the Recycle Bin  
are listed.  
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Sample Recycle Bin window  
4
To completely remove an object, select it, and then click  
File, Delete.  
The Confirm File Delete window appears.  
Click Yes to permanently delete the file.  
5
The object is permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin.  
Later on—in your real work, not in this tutorial—you will use  
the Recycle Bin to delete other objects such as folders,  
documents, and sometimes even programs. Still, the process  
is the same. Just drag an object’s icon to the Recycle Bin.  
If you change your mind and want to restore an object you  
sent to the Recycle Bin, select the object with the secondary  
button and click Restore. The operating system restores the  
object to the place from which it was deleted. You can also  
restore the object by dragging it to the desktop.  
But when you are absolutely certain that you never want to  
see it again, delete it from the Recycle Bin.  
To delete everything from the Recycle Bin at once, choose  
Empty Recycle Bin from the File menu.  
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Lesson 13: Using System Restore  
HINT: Empty the Recycle Bin periodically. Even though an item is  
moved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on the hard  
disk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin.  
Lesson 13: Using System Restore  
The System Restore feature allows you to return your  
computer to the way it was configured on a specific date or  
time, a “restore point.” This is useful if you are reconfiguring  
your computer for new hardware or software. In the event that  
your hardware or software causes your computer to  
malfunction, you can remove the offending item(s) and  
restore the system to the state it was in at the preset time.  
To get to System Restore, click Start, click All Programs,  
point to Accessories and System Tool, and click System  
Restore.  
The System Restore Welcome screen appears.  
Sample System Restore welcome screen  
The Windows® XP operating system guides you through the  
process of storing your system settings for future use. It also  
guides you through restoring your system to the selected date  
or time.  
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Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?  
This teaches you how to use some of the Help features in the  
Windows ® XP operating system.  
Windows® XP Help and Support  
The operating system has a Help facility. If you cannot figure  
out how to do something, the answer is probably only a few  
clicks away.  
Assume that you want to draw a picture, but don’t know how.  
1
If you don’t have an application open, press F1, otherwise  
click Start, then click Help and Support.  
The operating system opens the Help and Support Center  
window.  
2
If you do not see the index, click index.  
Help and Support displays the Index.  
Sample Help and Support Index  
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The left side of the screen contains the index. The text  
box above the index, where the cursor is flashing, lets  
you type in a topic you want to find in the index.  
3
Type drawing in the text box.  
Notice as you type that the index moves to locate what  
you typed.  
Sample help window for drawings  
Notice that under the category drawings, there is a  
subcategory: creating using Paint.  
4
Highlight creating using Paint, then click Display.  
Help opens a topic screen that, in the window’s right  
pane, gives a brief description of Paint and provides  
different ways for accessing the program, including  
through use of a hot link (Paint).  
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Not every Help topic contains a hot link to start the  
program it is talking about. However, when you do  
encounter one, it provides a convenient way to start the  
program to look at while you read about the program in  
the Help topic.  
Using the Windows® XP tour  
Whether you are new to computers or you have some  
experience, the Windows® XP tour is a good way to learn  
about the operating system’s features.  
To start the tour:  
1
Click Start, then click Tour Windows XP  
The Windows® XP Tour window appears.  
Follow the instructions.  
2
Sample Windows® XP Tour window  
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Lesson 15: Turning off your computer  
It is very important that you let the operating system turn off  
your computer. As it shuts down, the operating system  
performs a number of tasks that ensure that everything is in  
place the next time you turn on the computer. This lesson  
teaches you how to turn off your computer.  
To turn off the computer see, “Powering down the computer”  
on page 111 or “Using Turn Off or Shut down” on page 113.  
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Exploring Your Options  
In this chapter, you will explore other features of your  
notebook computer.  
Windows® XP special features  
The Windows® XP operating system offers you several new  
features and enhancements, including:  
New system file 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  
PCs  
An automatic discovery feature that allows your  
computer to detect new and intelligent devices  
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Personalizing your desktop  
Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains  
how to customize its features for the way you like to work.  
You can customize the following aspects of the desktop:  
Taskbar — which resources to display for quick access  
Web content — what information from the Internet to  
always display  
Desktop style — how windows are displayed and how to  
browse folders and files  
Toolbars — what information appears at the top of each  
window  
Customizing the taskbar  
As you work, the taskbar changes to reflect what you are  
doing. Its icons provide shortcuts to programs, documents,  
files, folders, system features, and components. Open  
applications also have Forward and Backward buttons to  
allow navigation through folders, documents, and Web sites.  
For example, you can personalize the taskbar to include your  
favorite URL addresses or local folders and programs.  
DEFINITION: URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is  
the address that defines the route to a file on the Web or any other  
Internet facility. Generically, it is known as the World Wide Web  
site address.  
Having a list of favorite URLs handy saves time. Using it  
bypasses the need for you to launch your browser first.  
To customize your taskbar settings, point to an empty space  
in the taskbar and click the secondary button.  
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Changing desktop and browsing style  
The operating system enables you to customize the way you  
view your desktop and browse the files and folders on your  
local computer or network file server.  
You can arrange that:  
Items that normally require a double-click will open with  
a single click.  
Folders will open in their own window instead of in the  
same window.  
Folders are accompanied by a list of common tasks  
instead of displayed alone.  
The options you choose determine how you browse in the  
operating system, regardless of whether you start from the  
desktop, My Computer, Windows Explorer, or Internet  
Explorer.  
For more information about changing your desktop style,  
enter customizing the desktop on the Index tab in Help and  
Support.  
Choosing a style  
To select desktop and browsing style options:  
1
2
Click Start, then click My Computer.  
The My Computer window appears.  
Select the Tools menu, then click Folder Options.  
The Folder Options window appears.  
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Sample Web-style option  
3
4
Click the preferred options.  
Click Apply, then click OK.  
Personalizing individual windows  
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 weather, game scores, stock prices,  
or headlines — all in the window of your choice.  
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Customizing window toolbars  
You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top  
of a window. As you browse, the operating system detects the  
kind of information presented in the window and  
automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and  
menus.  
You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar.  
Address bar  
Standard buttons  
Sample toolbar locations  
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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, and whether  
it is a folder or a Web page. You can  
browse to another location by typing an  
address — a URL, a path, or even a pro-  
gram name.  
If you start typing a previously typed  
address, the AutoComplete feature fin-  
ishes the address for you.  
Standard buttons Displays buttons for commonly used  
commands, such as copying, pasting,  
deleting items, changing views, and  
browsing backward and forward.  
Displaying a toolbar in a window  
1
Click Start, then click My Computer.  
The My Computer window appears.  
2
On the View menu, point to Toolbars, then click 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 information about how to use the  
folder.  
1
Click Start, then click My Computer.  
The My Computer window appears.  
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2
Double-click the folder you want to open.  
In the Tools menu, select Folder Options.  
The Folders Options box appears.  
3
4
5
In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common  
tasks in folders.  
Click Apply, then click OK.  
Helpful information on how to use the folders appears on  
one side of the window.  
Sample folder with how-to information  
To remove the informational boxes:  
1
In the Tools menu, select Folders Options.  
The Folders Options box appears.  
2
3
In the Tasks section, click the button for Use Windows  
classic folders.  
Click Apply, then OK.  
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Using your computer at the office  
By connecting an external monitor, external full-size  
keyboard, an external mouse and an external diskette drive,  
you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard  
office computer.  
An external monitor connects to the RGB (monitor) port.  
An external mouse, keyboard and diskette drive connect to  
the USB ports.  
Exchanging data with another computer  
To transfer a large amount of information between  
computers, you can use a special synchronization program  
and the computer’s infrared port.  
To transfer files through the infrared port, the other computer must  
have a compatible infrared port.  
To transfer files:  
1
Place the computers so that their infrared ports are  
aligned.  
2
3
4
5
Load the transfer program on both computers.  
Set any specific options.  
Start the transfer.  
When you have finished transferring files, close the  
programs on both computers.  
Setting up for communications  
In order to connect to the Internet, use an online service, or  
access a network through a dial-up connection, you need:  
A modem (one comes with your computer)  
A telephone line  
A browser or communications program  
An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if  
you plan to use the Internet  
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Determining the COM port  
Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM  
(communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is  
COM3.  
The following procedure is intended to support you if you  
need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the  
default settings.  
If you’re having trouble connecting through the modem, you  
may need to determine the current COM port name and  
possibly change it.  
To find out which port your modem is connected to in the  
operating system:  
1
Click Start, then click Control Panel.  
The Control Panel appears.  
2
3
Click Printers and Other Hardware.  
Click Phone and Modem Options.  
The Phone and Modem Options window appears.  
Click the Modems tab.  
4
A location box appears. The COM port is specified in the  
Attached to field. Your modem should be listed under  
Modem.  
5
To verify that the modem is set up properly:  
Click the port to which your modem is connected.  
Click Properties.  
Click the Diagnostics tab.  
Click Query Modem.  
The Modem AMR Properties box appears.  
6
Click the General tab.  
The computer should indicate whether the modem is  
working properly.  
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7
8
9
If the modem isn’t working properly, click  
Troubleshooting and follow the instructions.  
Click OK to close the Properties box, then the Phone and  
Close the Control Panel.  
Connecting the modem to a telephone line  
Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a  
standard voice-grade telephone line. See “Connecting the  
modem” on page 109.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are using the telephone line at home,  
disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem. Call  
Waiting interrupts data transmission.  
Connecting your computer to a network  
You can connect your computer to a network to increase its  
capabilities and functionality.  
Accessing a network  
To access:  
A wired network at the office, connect an Ethernet cable  
to the RJ45 jack on your computer.  
A remote network, you need a dial-up connection.  
A wireless network, you need a wireless networking PC  
Card, or contact your authorized Toshiba representative.  
Setting up the connection  
To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection  
Wizard:  
1
Click Start and point to All Programs.  
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Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and  
click New Connection Wizard.  
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
The computer connects to the network.  
Setting up a wireless connection  
For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer  
to your wireless networking device documentation.  
Accessing the wireless modules using your system tray  
The following information applies to systems with the  
optional Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features:  
When using your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module or Bluetooth  
module, your computer may display a PC Card icon in the  
desktop’s system tray to indicate that it is in use. Do not  
confuse the system tray’s icon with other removable PC Card  
devices you may have installed.  
You can use the system tray’s PC Card icon to turn off your  
Wi-Fi Mini PCI module or Bluetooth module. However, you  
will need to restart your computer to turn it back on.  
Your Wi-Fi Mini PCI module or Bluetooth module is  
integrated into your computer system. It is recommended that  
you do not remove the module from your computer. For  
assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service  
Partner.  
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Using Bluetooth  
The following information applies to those systems with the  
optional Bluetooth wireless feature:  
Bluetooth is a technology that expands wireless  
communication beyond networking equipment, and can  
connect many different kinds of electronic devices without  
the need for cables. Bluetooth uses the 2.4 GHz frequency  
band for wireless communications.  
Bluetooth can transmit at data rates up to 1 MBit/sec. The  
range (through walls and floors) of the wireless transmission  
is up to 100 feet.  
If your computer is equipped with Bluetooth, and you want to  
enable the Bluetooth module:  
1
Flip the wireless antenna on/off switch to the on position.  
The antenna is enabled.  
2
3
Hold down the function key (Fn) and press F8 until the  
Bluetooth icon is highlighted.  
Release the keys.  
Bluetooth is now enabled.  
NOTE: Your Bluetooth module is based on the Bluetooth  
specification version 1.1. Toshiba cannot confirm all compatibility  
with PC products and/or electronic devices using Bluetooth other  
than Toshiba mobile PCs.  
Setting up a direct cable connection  
To establish a direct cable connection with another computer:  
1
2
Click Start, All Programs.  
Point to Accessories, Communications, and click New  
Connection Wizard.  
3
Click Next.  
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4
Select Set up an advanced connection.  
Click Next.  
5
6
7
Select Connect directly to another computer.  
Choose the appropriate role for your computer:  
Guest  
Host  
8
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
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 Internet  
Surfing the Internet  
Internet features  
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet  
For more information about the Internet, “Lesson 3: Learning  
about the Internet” on page 147.  
The Internet  
The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and  
millions of computers around the world connected by  
communications lines. They all work together to share  
information.  
The World Wide Web  
The World Wide Web (or ‘Web’) is a subset of the Internet —  
a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers  
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connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific  
Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP).  
The World Wide Web offers information as text, images,  
audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world.  
Special programs called Web browsers are specifically  
designed to work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect  
to a particular network address and send and receive  
information.  
Internet Service Providers  
To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people  
and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP  
is a company that has the equipment and the  
telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet  
connection.  
You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone line and  
modem or through other higher-speed communication  
methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and  
satellite links.  
Connecting to the Internet  
To connect to the Internet, you need:  
A modem  
A Web browser  
A telephone line  
An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account  
Once you have established an ISP account, you can access the  
Internet.  
1
Connect your computer’s modem to a telephone line.  
For more information on connecting a modem, see  
“Connecting the modem” on page 109.  
2
Start your Web browser. Have your modem dial the ISP’s  
telephone number, and establish a connection with the  
ISP’s computer.  
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Surfing the Internet  
Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a  
home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the  
Internet or your company’s Web site home page.  
To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address. The Web  
address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique  
identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet. Web  
addresses can also appear within a Web page’s text, and are  
known as links. Clicking a link automatically transfers your  
Web browser to that site.  
You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically  
designed to help you look for information.  
Internet features  
The Internet offers many types of communication tools to  
help you perform many tasks.  
Internet email  
To send and receive email of your own, you need a  
mailbox on the Web, or an email address.  
If 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-one or in groups, by typing messages  
which are instantly viewed by others on their computer  
screens.  
Internet news groups  
A news group is similar to a chat room, but instead of  
using a dedicated site to converse about a specialized  
subject with others in real-time, it uses a Web site as a  
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clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a  
gigantic bulletin board.  
Online shopping  
Many Web sites offer products and services for sale.  
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet  
Transferring files from one computer to another is termed  
uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on  
the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the  
Web to your computer).  
There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be  
as simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you  
can use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web  
Toshiba’s online resources  
Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can  
connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba  
products, give help with technical questions, and keep you up  
to date with future upgrades. For more information, see  
“Contacting Toshiba” on page 263.  
Exploring video features  
Your computer’s video features include:  
Viewing Windows® presentations or DVD movies either  
on the computer screen (display panel or external  
monitor) or on a television set.  
Capturing video using a camera connected to the i.LINK  
port.  
Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your television  
Your computer is equipped with a video/audio line out jack  
and a video/audio cable.  
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To view a DVD movie or Windows ® presentation in full-  
screen mode on your TV:  
1
Connect the video/audio cable to your television.  
The cable has three color-coded prongs. Be sure to  
connect the appropriate prongs that match the color-  
coded ports on your television.  
If your television does not have a red colored port,  
you can still view your movie or presentation on TV  
but the sound will play in mono mode, not in stereo  
mode.  
2
3
Connect the video/audio cable to the video/audio line out  
jack.  
Press Fn and F5 five times consecutively.  
Sample display options window  
The picture will automatically display on the TV screen  
If a movie is already playing, turn it off and repeat step 2.  
NOTE: As you press the Fn and F5 keys, the display box shifts to  
highlight the different display output devices. When the TV box is  
highlighted, release the Fn and F5 keys to send the display to the  
video/audio line out port. To return to the internal LCD display,  
press the Fn and F5 keys again and highlight the internal LCD and  
external TV.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: DVD playback will not play simultaneously on  
the internal LCD display and external TV.  
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Transferring and editing video data  
Your computer has an i.LINK port on the back which  
provides very fast data transfer rates (up to 400 Mbps or 400  
million bits per second). You can connect up to 63 external  
devices to this port.  
In addition to its high speed, it supports isochronous data—  
the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate. This makes it ideal  
for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such  
as video devices.  
Like your USB ports, the i.LINK port supports hot swapping  
(the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the  
computer is on). The main difference between the i.LINK  
port and your USB ports is that the i.LINK port supports  
faster data transfer rates.  
Playing DVDs  
1
Open the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW tray.  
2
Place the DVD in the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW  
drive.  
3
Launch WinDVD and press the Play button.  
Stop  
Volume  
Repeat  
Play  
Help  
Bookmarks  
Zoom  
Playlist  
Capture  
Speed Ring  
Close  
Open  
Subpanels  
Next Chapter  
Pause  
Mute  
Previous Chapter  
Eject  
Fast forward  
Fast back  
Title Menu  
Sample WinDVD control panel  
For more information about using WinDVD, see  
“WinDVD™” on page 221.  
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Exploring audio features  
You can use your computer to record sounds using an  
external microphone. You can play .wav sound files or audio  
CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones or external  
speakers.  
Recording sounds  
You can make audio recordings and save them as .wav files  
by connecting an external microphone or other sound source  
to the microphone in jack and using the Sound Recorder  
feature in the operating system.  
DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced “wave”) file is the format for  
storing sound in files.  
Using a microphone  
Attaching a microphone  
1
2
Connect an external microphone on the right side of the  
computer.  
Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories,  
Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder.  
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Positioning bar  
Record  
Stop  
Play  
Skip forward  
Skip backward  
Sample Sound Recorder screen  
3
Click the Record button and speak normally into the  
microphone.  
NOTE: You can only record 60 seconds at a time.  
4
5
6
When you have finished recording, click the Stop button.  
To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button.  
To save the file, select Save from the File menu.  
Adjusting recording quality  
The better the quality of the recording, the more disk space  
the sound file requires. Experiment to find a balance that fits  
your needs.  
1
Open Sound Recorder, if necessary (click Start, point to  
All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click  
Sound Recorder).  
2
In the Sound Recorder window, click Edit, then click  
Audio Properties.  
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3
In the Audio Properties dialog box, adjust the Sound  
Playback quality and volume, and the Sound Recording  
volume.  
4
Click OK.  
Your new settings take effect the next time you record.  
Using external speakers or headphones  
Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system  
with a subwoofer and internal speakers. Instead of using the  
internal speakers, you can connect headphones, a pair of  
external stereo speakers or a Dolby Digital Optical cable.  
NOTE: You will need to purchase a Dolby Digital Optical cable.  
This cable is not shipped with your system.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an  
external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate  
to produce sound from the computer.  
To play back sound files through external speakers or  
headphones:  
1
Locate the headphone/S/PDIF Digital Optical out on the  
right side of the computer.  
Attaching a headphone or speaker cable  
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2
3
Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the  
headphones or external speakers into the headphone/S/  
PDIF Digital Optical out.  
The headphone/S/PDIF Digital Optical out requires a 16-  
ohm stereo mini-jack.  
Adjust the volume:  
For external speakers, use the volume controls on  
each speaker.  
For headphones, use the computer’s volume control  
dial.  
Using PC Cards  
PC Cards expand your computer’s capabilities and  
usefulness. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your  
dealer. Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal  
Computer Memory Card International Association) standard.  
Your computer has one PC Card slot and supports two types  
of PC Cards, known as types I and II:  
A Type I card is typically used for a serial interface,  
parallel interface, or modem.  
A Type II card is typically used for memory storage, or as  
a network card.  
Check the documentation that came with the PC Card to see  
if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. Other  
cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be  
much more difficult to set up and use.  
PC Card supporting software  
The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services  
for your PC Card and is installed automatically. Even if your  
PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket  
Services, you should use the files included in the Windows ®  
XP operating system.  
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Inserting PC Cards  
Inserting a PC Card  
1
If your PC Card does not support hot swapping, save  
your data and turn off the computer before inserting the  
PC Card. For more information, see “Hot swapping” on  
page 193.  
2
3
Hold the PC Card with the arrow or main label side up  
and the connector side toward the slot.  
Align the card connectors with the PC Card slot and  
carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into  
place.  
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer, do not  
force the card into the PC Card slot.  
Removing PC Cards  
1
Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System  
tray.  
2
Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier  
for your PC Card.  
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The operating system advises you that you may safely  
remove the card.  
3
Press the PC Card eject button.  
Ejecting a PC Card  
Remove the PC Card and store it properly.  
4
Hot swapping  
One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can  
replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on.  
This is called “hot swapping.”  
Hot swapping precautions  
Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data  
loss never remove a card while it is in use. For example:  
Never remove an ATA card while the system is accessing  
it.  
Never remove a network card while you are connected to  
a network.  
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Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices  
connected to it are operating.  
DEFINITION: SCSI is an acronym for Small Computer Systems  
Interface. A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect several  
SCSI devices, such as a scanner or digital camera to your  
computer.  
Before removing a PC Card, shut it down by clicking the PC  
Card (PCMCIA) icon on the taskbar. Once the PC Card has  
stopped, you can safely remove it.  
Using SD cards  
Your computer supports the use of SD memory/input/output  
cards. The cards can be used with a variety of digital  
products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs,  
digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.  
Inserting a SD card  
1
Turn the card so that the metal contacts are face down.  
2
Push the card into the slot until it locks in place.  
SD card slot  
Removing a SD card  
1
Right-click the SD drive’s icon and select Eject from the  
pop-up menu.  
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2
3
Press the card inward to release it.  
The card pops out slightly.  
Lift the left side of the computer, grasp the card, and pull  
it straight out.  
Using your IR remote controller  
The TOSHIBA remote control lets you control play of CDs  
and DVDs as well as presentations. The remote control works  
via the infrared port on the computer.  
Applications whose functions can be controlled by the remote  
control are:  
Windows MediaTM Player  
WinDVD  
Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation graphics program  
Live Media  
Tab  
The TOSHIBA Remote Control  
NOTE: You can use TOSHIBA Button Controls to enable/disable  
the remote control function.  
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The following functions are available on the remote control.  
Press the corresponding button to execute the specific  
function.  
The Power button turns the power on or off.  
NOTE: To turn on your computer using the remote control, your  
system must be plugged into a wall outlet. To turn off your  
computer using the remote control, your system can be plugged  
into a wall outlet or it can be running on battery power.  
The Instant TV Out button sends a display signal instantly  
to the video/audio port.  
The Full Screen button toggles the size of the active window  
between normal and maximum.  
The Change the Task button allows you to move from one  
window to another one.  
The Audio Volume button controls the volume.  
The Cursor Keys buttons emulate the up, left, right, and  
down keys on the keyboard.  
The Enter button emulates the Enter key on the keyboard.  
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The Audio Off button sets the sound level to zero.  
The Tab button emulates the tab key on the keyboard.  
The Menu button allows you to display the menu for the  
WinDVD application.  
The Mode button allows you to toggle between CD/DVD and  
digital audio modes.  
The Play/Pause button allows you to play or pause the CD/  
DVD player.  
The Stop button stops the CD/DVD player.  
The Next Track/Chapter buttons allow you to move from  
one track/chapter to another.  
The Fast Forward/Rewind buttons allow you to fast forward  
and rewind your application such as WinDVD.  
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Important Information about the remote control  
The following is additional information that will be helpful  
when using the remote control feature:  
Volume controls only work when the Windows XP  
operating system is running.  
The remote can be used up to 16.4 feet and within 30  
degrees of the infrared port. For best results, point the  
remote toward the infrared port when pressing a control  
button.  
If your remote control does not work within the specified  
range or angle, change the battery. Use only a CR2025  
battery.  
When exchanging data with another device via the  
infrared port, the remote control will not work.  
If the infrared element on the remote control is exposed  
to either fluorescent light or direct sunlight, the remote  
control might not work.  
Only the remote control that comes with your Satellite  
5205 Series Computer will work. You cannot use another  
type of remote control.  
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Using the Toshiba Style bay  
Your computer has an optional Toshiba Style device bay on  
the right side which allows you in insert additional drives,  
optical drives, and other interface devices, i.e. media card  
adapters, etc.  
Inserting a device into the Toshiba Style bay  
Insert the device as follows:  
1
2
Remove the locking screw.  
Insert the device or drive until you hear it click and lock  
into place.  
Inserting a device into the Toshiba Style bay  
3
If you want to secure the device, replace the locking  
screw.  
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Removing a device form the Toshiba Style bay  
To remove a device from the Toshiba Style bay:  
NOTE: Always make sure that any devices operating in the Toshiba  
Style bay have been stopped before removing the device.  
1
2
3
If the locking screw is in place, remove it.  
Slide the Toshiba Style bay lock to the unlocked position.  
Pull the Toshiba Style release lever toward the back of the  
computer.  
Removing a device from the Toshiba Style bay  
Pull the device from the bay.  
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Toshiba Utilities  
Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you  
to configure your system to best meet your individual needs.  
Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details,  
set additional options, or change default options. These  
utilities are described in this chapter:  
TOSHIBA Accessibility  
Fn-esse®  
Hotkey utility  
TOSHIBA Console  
TOSHIBA Accessibility  
The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the Fn  
key to create a hot key combination with one of the function  
keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is  
usually required.  
Using Accessibility enables you to make the Fn key a sticky  
key, meaning you can press it once, release it and then press a  
function key to activate the hot key function.  
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To open Accessibility:  
1
2
Click Start, then click All Programs.  
Select Toshiba Utilities, then select Accessibility.  
The TOSHIBA Accessibility window appears.  
Check the Use Fn-StickyKey box.  
3
Sample TOSHIBA Accessibility window  
4
5
Put a check mark next to the desired option.  
Click Apply, then click OK.  
The function is now active.  
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Fn-esse  
Fn-esse  
program provide quick ways to open programs, documents,  
and folders from within any program without using the Start  
menu.  
This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to  
quickly access your programs and files. For information on  
creating operating system shortcuts, see “Lesson 9: Creating  
shortcuts” on page 157.  
With Fn-esse, you can assign an Fn key combination to:  
Open a Windows® program  
Open a file in its associated Windows® program  
Display a customized folder of Windows® programs and/  
or files from which to choose  
Fn-esse also has several keys, known as hot keys, that  
perform preassigned operations. For more information, see  
“Hot Keys” on page 268.  
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key  
or a keyboard overlay.  
Starting Fn-esse  
You can access Fn-esse by:  
Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and  
Fn-esse.  
Click on the Fn-esse icon.  
The Fn-esse keyboard appears.  
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Sample Fn-esse keyboard  
The keys are color-coded as follows:  
Available keys are black.  
Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are  
shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color.  
Unavailable keys are dark gray.  
Assigning a key to a program or document  
There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or  
document:  
Drag-and-drop  
Use the keyboard or pointing device (your computer  
comes with either a cPad or TouchPad pointing device)  
The method most often used is drag-and-drop.  
Using drag-and-drop  
To assign a key to a program or document:  
1
2
3
Start both Fn-esse and Windows® Explorer (or the  
program supporting drag-and-drop).  
Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the  
Fn-esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time.  
In the Explorer window, highlight the program or  
document file you wish to assign to a key.  
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4
5
Click and hold the primary button as you drag the  
highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn-esse  
keyboard you wish assigned.  
Release the primary button.  
Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command window with  
the Description, Command Line, and Working Directory  
fields automatically completed.  
6
Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command window with  
your key assignment in place.  
The program or document is now associated with the key  
you just selected. To open the program or document,  
press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any  
Windows® program.  
Using the keyboard or pointing device  
Your computer comes with either a cPad or TouchPad  
pointing device.  
To assign a key to open a program or document:  
1
2
Start Fn-esse.  
Perform one of the following:  
Using the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key, then  
press the desired assignment key.  
Using the cPad or TouchPad, move the cursor over  
the desired key and press the secondary button.  
The Assignment Type window appears.  
HINT: If you are making a direct key assignment, complete step 3.  
If you are making a popup assignment, complete step 4.  
3
To make a direct key assignment, select Direct to display  
the Add/Edit Command dialog box, then complete these  
steps:  
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Enter the Description, Command Line, and Working  
Directory for the new Fn-esse key assignment, or  
click the Browse button to specify this information.  
Click OK.  
4
To make a popup assignment, select Popup to display the  
Application Explorer window, then complete these steps:  
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. These are the items that  
appear in the popup list.  
To create a popup list with items from various  
folders, or to pick only a few items from a folder,  
create a new folder containing only the desired  
programs and documents. If you are unsure how to  
do this, refer to your operating system  
documentation.  
Click OK to associate the folder with the key you  
just selected.  
To open a popup list showing the items in that folder,  
press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any  
Windows ® program.  
Viewing existing key assignments  
To view the existing key assignments, choose Assignments  
from the Fn-esse keyboard. Fn-esse displays the Function  
Key Assignments window. This box lists all the key  
assignments and the program or document to which each key  
is assigned.  
To view items in a popup list, click the Expand popup lists  
check box.  
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Hotkey utility  
Changing or removing existing key assignments  
1
In the Fn-esse keyboard, click the key you wish to change  
with the secondary button.  
Fn-esse displays the Assignment Type window.  
2
3
To change the key assignment, click Direct or Popup and  
continue as if you were creating a new assignment.  
To remove the key assignment, click Clear.  
Hotkey utility  
The hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation  
message when you use the hot key combination for Stand by  
[Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4].  
To activate the utility:  
1
Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba Utilities and then  
click Hotkey utility.  
The Toshiba Hotkey utility window appears.  
Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window  
2
3
Put a check mark next to the desired option.  
Click OK.  
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TOSHIBA Console  
The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer  
functions and allows you to customize a range of computer  
settings.  
You can normally access the TOSHIBA Console in two ways:  
Press the TOSHIBA Console button located above the F9  
key on your keyboard.  
Use the Start menu.  
If you use the latter, do the following:  
1
2
Click Start, then click All Programs.  
Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting  
TOSHIBA Console selection.  
The TOSHIBA Console window appears.  
Sample TOSHIBA Console window  
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The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features:  
Customize Your Computer  
Network  
Security  
Customize your computer  
The features available in this category are:  
Power Management (for detailed information, see  
TOSHIBA Button Controls (for detailed information, see  
Sub LCD  
Mouse  
Hotkey assignment (for detailed information, see  
“Fn-esse” on page 203)  
Toshiba Hardware (for detailed information, see “Toshiba  
Hardware Setup” on page 218)  
Toshiba Mobile  
Network  
The features in this category are:  
Start Bluetooth (for systems with this option)  
Bluetooth settings (for systems with this option)  
IR Utility  
Security  
The features available in this category are:  
Supervisor password  
User password  
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Creating a password recovery diskette  
You can create a password recovery diskette to protect you in  
case you forget your power-on password. For information on  
how to set a power-on password, see “Activating the power-  
on password” on page 61.  
NOTE: The power-on password must be activated prior to step 1.  
To create a password recovery diskette:  
1
2
Turn off the computer.  
Insert a diskette into the external diskette drive. Ensure  
the diskette’s write-protect tab on the back is set to the  
write-enabled position.  
NOTE: Writing the power-on password to a diskette will delete all  
data on the diskette.  
3
4
Turn on the computer.  
Enter the power-on password when the Sub LCD  
displays the “password=” prompt.  
5
6
Press the Tab key.  
The Sub LCD displays “Insert FD Ready (Y/N).”  
Press Y  
The Sub LCD alternately displays “Remove FD,” then  
“press key.”  
7
Press any key.  
A password recovery diskette has been created.  
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NOTES: Store your password recovery diskette in a safe place.  
It is a good idea to create more than one password recovery  
diskette in case the original is damaged or lost.  
To use the diskette:  
1
2
3
Insert it in the external diskette drive.  
Turn on the computer.  
When the Sub LCD displays “password=”, press the Enter  
key.  
The computer will read the diskette and start the  
computer.  
TOSHIBA Button Controls  
The TOSHIBA Button Controls allow you to enable or  
disable the TOSHIBA Console and Internet buttons and the  
programs associated with them. Those buttons are located  
just above the function keys at the top of the keyboard.  
To access these controls:  
1
In the TOSHIBA Console window, double-click  
TOSHIBA Button Controls.  
The TOSHIBA Controls Properties window appears.  
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Sample TOSHIBA Controls Properties window  
2
3
Click the Buttons tab  
Click on the drop-down box of the button you want to  
change.  
4
5
Select the option, make the desired selections.  
Click Apply, then click OK.  
You can choose which of two media players you prefer to  
have as your default (your automatic choice upon powering  
up) when you play a CD. If you want to change the default  
setting, do the following:  
1
In the TOSHIBA Console, click Toshiba Button  
Controls.  
2
Click the Media Apps tab.  
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Sample Media Apps tab  
3
Under Select a Player, choose either the Windows  
Media Player or TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER in the  
Audio/Video Control and CD Audio Control menu  
selections.  
4
Click Apply, then click OK.  
You can also program the Sub LCD, the rectangular window  
in the middle of the CD/DVD control button panel in the  
front of your computer.  
You can access the Sub LCD controls in two ways:  
1
In the TOSHIBA Console, click Toshiba Button  
Controls and then click the SubLCD tab. Or, in the  
TOSHIBA Console, double-click the SubLCD icon.  
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2
Choose the appropriate clock setting, either for 12 or 24  
hours, and click the appropriate radio button.  
Sample SubLCD tab  
Besides setting the clock, you can also program a message by  
using the Owner String feature.  
1
2
3
Click the Owner String button with your cursor.  
Type a message in the text box below.  
Click Apply, then click OK.  
The message appears (scrolls) on your Sub LCD.  
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Power Management  
The Power Management feature enables you to control your  
computer’s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the  
many preset power modes, or create one yourself.  
To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA  
Console, double-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 modes for  
both AC power (“Plugged in”) and battery power (Running  
on batteries”).  
You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use  
your own customized mode. The preset modes cannot be  
deleted.  
By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power  
Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can  
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reconfigure that function. Any options that you change  
become effective when you click either OK or Apply.  
Plugged in section  
This section has a single preset power usage mode Full  
Power. You can create other AC power modes, but Toshiba  
recommends use of the preset Full Power mode.  
Running on batteries section  
The preset modes are:  
Long Life  
Normal  
High Power  
DVD Playback  
Presentation  
Super Long Life  
Although you can change the properties for any of these  
modes, this is not recommended. If you need a customized  
mode, create a new mode with the properties you require.  
The DVD Playback mode applies only when the WinDVD  
program is playing.  
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Creating a new power mode  
1
2
3
Highlight one of the preset modes.  
Click Create copy.  
A new mode appears with the title “Copy Name” where  
Name is the title of the mode you copied. Delete this title,  
type in the name for your new power mode, then press  
Enter.  
Customizing a power mode  
1
Highlight the mode on the Power Save Modes tab  
window.  
2
Click Details....  
The Properties window for the selected mode opens with the  
General tab displayed.  
This tab enables you to choose an icon for your power usage  
mode, describe the mode’s characteristics and, optionally,  
associate it with a program.  
The Name field displays the name assigned to the mode in the  
Power Saver Properties window. You can change the name  
here if you wish.  
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Toshiba Hardware Setup  
Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration  
management tool. To access it:  
In the TOSHIBA Console, double-click the Toshiba  
Hardware icon.  
Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window  
The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the  
following:  
General — Allows you to view current BIDS version  
Password — Allows you to set user passwords.  
Boot Priority — Allows you to change the sequence in  
which your computer searches the drives for the  
operating system.  
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CPU — Allows you to set conditions for the CPU.  
Dynamically Switchable  
Always High  
Always Low  
Keyboard — Allows you to set conditions for the  
Keyboard.  
Wake-up on Keyboard  
Enabled  
Disabled  
You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by  
pressing the power button, then quickly pressing the right  
or left arrow keys.  
Select the boot device by pressing the right or left arrow  
keys, then pressing the Enter key.  
NOTE: Since the system is a quick-booting system, you must  
press the arrow keys immediately after pressing the power button.  
LAN — Lets you enable or disable the Wake on LAN®  
feature.  
Choose the desired tab and accompanying options.  
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cPad Properties  
The cPad Properties feature enables you to adjust the settings  
for the cPad when it’s in application launch mode.  
For more information, see “Using the cPad in application  
launch mode” on page 69.  
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Chapter 8  
WinDVD™  
WinDVDis a software program for playing DVDs. This  
chapter explains how to use this program.  
Playing DVDs  
TECHNICAL NOTE: For optimum DVD performance, play DVDs  
while your computer is connected to AC power.  
For systems with a DVD-ROM drive, you can use WinDVD  
to play DVDs. WinDVD is an easy-to-use, full-featured  
multimedia control center that helps you get the most out of  
the exciting world of DVD technology. Your computer comes  
with WinDVD preinstalled.  
WARNING: Before playing a DVD, turn down the volume. Playing  
the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears.  
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Insert a DVD into the drive. The computer automatically  
detects the disc in the drive and will prompt you what to do.  
Sample DVD Drive Window  
NOTE: If you wish to have WinDVD run automatically, select Play  
DVD movie using WinDVD, then select the Always do the selected  
action checkbox. This checkbox is unchecked by default.  
To open WinDVD manually:  
1
2
Click Start, and point to All Programs.  
Point to InterVideo WinDVD, then click InterVideo  
WinDVD.  
The WinDVD player window opens.  
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Sample WinDVD video window with the control panel  
Using the WinDVD slider bar (location)  
The slider bar enables you to move forward or backward  
through the DVD content. Move the slider bar to the left to go  
backward or move it to the right to go forward.  
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Using the WinDVD control panel  
The WinDVD control panel resembles the control panel of a  
standard home DVD player.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the  
DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer’s  
hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be  
unavailable when playing a DVD. Unsupported features may not  
appear or may appear gray, and you cannot select them.  
Stop  
Volume  
Repeat  
Play  
Step forward  
Help  
Bookmarks  
Zoom  
Playlist  
Minimize  
Maximize  
Close  
Capture  
Speed Ring  
Open  
Subpanels  
Step backward  
Next Chapter  
Pause  
Mute  
Time Control  
Clock  
Time shift  
Previous Chapter  
Eject  
Fast forward  
Fast back  
Title Menu  
Sample WinDVD control panel  
You can open a shortcut menu by positioning the cursor over  
the WinDVD window (other than over the control panel),  
then clicking the secondary button. The shortcut menu  
contains the same features as the control panel, plus the  
enable caption feature, which displays captions for the  
hearing impaired.  
You can also create a playlist, to customize the order in which  
the DVD content plays. Once a DVD is playing, the counter  
displays the current chapter and elapsed time, in  
hours:minutes:seconds format.  
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From the WinDVD control panel, you can open an expanded  
control panel by clicking the expanded controls button. The  
expanded control panel contains several advanced features.  
See “Using WinDVD Advanced Features” on page 228 for an  
explanation of these features.  
Using the control panel playback buttons  
Once you have inserted a DVD and started WinDVD, you are  
ready to play the disc. Using the control panel, you can play a  
DVD from the beginning, or move to a desired location then  
begin playing.  
Sample WinDVD control panel with expanded view for  
showing advanced features  
Or use keyboard  
shortcut  
Click this  
To do this  
Play — starts disc playback. [spacebar]  
Step forward — steps for- None  
ward in the playback one  
frame at a time.  
Pause — pauses disc play- [spacebar]  
back. Resume playback by  
clicking Play.  
Step backward — steps  
backward in the playback  
one frame at a time.  
None  
Stop — stops playback.  
Restart the movie by click-  
ing Play.  
[End]  
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Or use keyboard  
shortcut  
Click this  
To do this  
Volume — click and drag  
Shift ↑  
the slider up to increase vol- (increases)  
ume and down to decrease  
volume.  
Shift ↓  
(decreases)  
Speed Ring — enables you  
to control the speed at which  
the DVD plays. Move the  
slider upward to play the  
movie in fast forward. Move  
it further upward to increase  
forward speed. Move the  
slider downward to play the  
movie in fast reverse. Move  
it further downward to  
increase reverse speed. Plac-  
ing the slider in the center,  
or clicking Play, plays the  
DVD at normal speed. This  
will play the DVD at normal  
speed.  
Time Control — click to  
None  
None  
increase playback speed.  
Clock — enables you to  
select and control playback  
time.  
Time shift — click to slow None  
playback speed.  
Fast Back — starts fast  
reverse movie playback.  
R
Fast Forward — starts fast F  
forward movie playback.  
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Or use keyboard  
shortcut  
Click this  
To do this  
Previous Chapter — skip PgUp  
to the previous chapter in  
the movie.  
Next Chapter — skip to the PgDn  
next chapter in the movie.  
Title Menu— opens the  
title menu of the inserted  
DVD.  
T
Mute — click to mute  
movie sound. Click again to  
restore movie sound to its  
original level.  
M
Repeat — shows the current [Ctlr] B  
media loop settings, includ-  
ing repeat chapter, repeat  
title, loop, or no repeat.  
Zoom — zooms in on the  
movie window for a closer  
look. After zooming in, you  
can pan around to see other  
areas of the image.  
None  
Bookmarks — opens the  
Bookmark browser, which  
enables you to bookmark  
scenes in a movie so that  
you can skip to them when  
selected.  
[K]  
Capture — opens the Cap- None  
ture browser, which enables  
you to capture still images  
of a movie.  
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Or use keyboard  
shortcut  
Click this  
To do this  
Eject — ejects the disk. If  
the disk is still playing, this  
button stops play before the  
disk is ejected.  
E
Maximizing the video window  
To close the WinDVD control panel and expand the video  
window to fill the screen, click the Maximize button.  
To display the control panel again, double-click anywhere in  
the video window.  
Using WinDVD Advanced Features  
TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the  
DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer’s  
hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be  
unavailable when playing a DVD. Unsupported features may not  
appear or may appear gray, and you cannot select them.  
The features described in this section may be available on the  
WinDVD expanded control panel. To open the expanded  
control panel, click the expanded controls button on the  
WinDVD main control panel. Select from the following  
options: Navigation, Language, Display, Color, and Audio  
effect.  
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Expand  
subpanel  
Sample WinDVD with expanded subpanel  
Using playlists  
TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines what features the  
DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and your computer’s  
hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be  
unavailable when playing a DVD. Unsupported features appear  
gray, and you cannot select them.  
The playlist selection options are accessed by selecting the  
Expand subpanel button and the Navigation submenu. The  
playlist options are found within the Navigation menu.  
Options to use and create playlists allow you to open files,  
open existing playlists, create new playlists, and select DVDs  
from an existing folder. A playlist is a customized list of  
DVD files in the order in which you want to view them. For  
example, you may want to create a playlist for DVDs that  
contain music files, so you can play the music selections you  
want in the order you want to hear them. You can only save  
one playlist at a time.  
NOTE: Some audio and video formats are not supported.  
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Creating a Playlist  
To create a new playlist:  
1
Open the playlist menu by clicking the Playlist button.  
See “Using the WinDVD control panel” on page 224. to  
locate the playlist button.  
Sample Playlist dialog  
2
Select New Playlist from the menu.  
The Playlist window opens.  
Sample WinDVD Playlist window  
3
Select File to enable selection of a file, or Disc to create a  
playlist for an entire disc.  
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4
5
6
Locate each file (you may select multiple files) for your  
playlist using the directory browser.  
Highlight the files and click Add, then OK to confirm  
your selection.  
After adding all the files you want to include in the new  
playlist, click Save List.  
The Save As dialog appears.  
7
Browse to the folder where you want to save your  
playlist, name the playlist, then click Save.  
Playlist files are saved with the file extension .plf. The  
playlist can be reopened and played.  
Playing a Playlist  
After creating a new playlist, you can open it with WinDVD.  
The playlist keeps your selections organized so that you can  
play your favorites at any time.  
To play a playlist:  
1
Open the playlist menu by clicking the Playlist button.  
See “Using the WinDVD control panel” on page 224. to  
locate the playlist button.  
Sample Playlist dialog  
Select Open Playlist from the menu.  
2
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Sample Open Playlist dialog  
3
Locate the playlist you wish to open, then click Open.  
The Playlist window appears.  
4
5
Click Load List to open the saved playlists.  
Browse to the playlist you want to open then click Open  
and WinDVD displays the playlist.  
Getting Help  
Click the Help button to open the WinDVD Help system.  
Exiting WinDVD  
Click the Close button, to exit WinDVD.  
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Chapter 9  
If Something Goes  
Wrong  
Some problems you may encounter when using your  
notebook computer are relatively easy to identify and solve.  
Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer  
of a software program.  
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.  
If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all  
operations, chances are the program has stopped responding.  
You can exit the failed program without shutting down the  
operating system or closing other programs.  
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To close a program that has stopped responding:  
1
2
Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once).  
Click the Applications tab.  
If a program has stopped responding, the words “not  
responding” appear beside its name in the list.  
3
Select the program you want to close, then click End  
Task.  
Closing the failed program should allow you to continue  
working. If it does not, continue with step 4.  
4
5
Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting  
the program name, then End Task.  
Turn off your computer according to the instructions in  
“Turn Off or Shut down command” on page 111.  
Your program performs an illegal operation.  
If you receive the message, “Your program has performed an illegal  
operation,you should record the details of the message and  
consult the software manufacturer.  
To record the details:  
1
Click the Details button and select the text the operating  
system displays.  
The Details button displays information that the software  
manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem.  
2
3
4
5
Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the  
clipboard.  
Open Notepad (click Start, point to All Programs, then  
point to Accessories and click Notepad).  
Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into  
Notepad.  
Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing  
what you were doing when you received the message.  
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6
Save the file 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 computer will not start.  
Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable  
properly or installed a charged battery.  
Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds.  
If you are using the AC adapter, check that the wall outlet is  
working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp.  
The computer starts but, when you press a key, nothing  
happens.  
resource conflict. When this happens, turning the power on  
returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system.  
To clear the condition, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously.  
Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but it  
won’t solve a resource conflict. Read the documentation that  
came with the conflicting device and “Resolving a hardware  
conflict” on page 239.  
The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the  
external diskette drive.  
Your computer normally loads the operating system from 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  
external diskette drive, press the left or right arrow key and  
choose your boot-up device.  
HINT: Press F12 as you power on the computer to access the  
menu.  
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message.  
The computer was placed in Stand by mode and the battery  
has discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory has  
been lost.  
To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live  
wall outlet for several hours. For more information, see  
“Power and the batteries” on page 243.  
The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error  
message.  
Make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive. If there is  
one, remove it and press any key to continue. If pressing any  
key does not work, press Ctrl, Alt, and Del to restart the  
computer.  
The Windows® operating system is not  
working  
Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way  
the operating system responds to your work routine, you can  
easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly.  
For example:  
The operating system fails to start after the Starting  
Windows XP message appears.  
The operating system takes a long time to start.  
The operating system responds differently from the  
normal routine.  
The screen does not look right.  
Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur  
when you change the system in some way such as installing a  
new program or adding a device.  
If you experience any of these problems, use the options in  
the Startup menu to fix the problem.  
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Using Startup options to fix problems  
If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to  
change your system’s configuration or verify the startup  
procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in  
the Startup menu. This section describes each option and  
when to use the procedure.  
To open the Startup menu:  
1
2
Restart your computer.  
Press F8 when your computer starts.  
The Windows® Advanced Options menu displays these  
options:  
Safe Mode  
Safe Mode (with Networking)  
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)  
See your Windows® documentation for further explanation.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network,  
the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode.  
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Internet problems  
My Internet connection is very slow.  
Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf  
the Internet. They include: modem speed, time of day (when  
everyone else is surfing, your access can be slow) and  
popularity of the site. If accessing a particular site is very  
slow, try later.  
My browser can’t find the URL address I typed in.  
Make sure you separated the domain names of the address  
with the forward slash (/). Check the spelling of each name  
and the syntax of the address carefully. A single incorrect  
letter or missed character, comma instead of period (“dot”) or  
other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate  
the site.  
My browser can’t find a site I bookmarked.  
The World Wide Web is constantly changing. A site you  
bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its  
server may be down for temporary repair. Try again later.  
The Windows® XP operating system can help you  
If the operating system has started properly, but you still have  
a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist  
you in troubleshooting the problem.  
To access Windows® XP Help and Support:  
1
Click Start, then click Help and Support.  
The Help and Support Center window appears.  
2
Then do one or both of the following:  
In the search field, type in the topic of the problem with  
which you need help and follow the on-screen  
instructions.  
Click a problem you would like help with from the  
listings and follow the on-screen instructions.  
You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from  
the menu.  
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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
2
Click Start, then click Help and Support.  
Click the Hardware link in the window’s left pane.  
A list of category links appear.  
3
4
Click the Fixing a hardware problem.  
Choose from specific topics and follow the steps.  
If there is still a problem, the operating system should display  
a message that explains what the conflict is.  
A plan of action  
The smooth operation of the system depends on the  
successful interaction of all devices, programs, and features.  
If the system or one of its attached devices isn’t working,  
resolving the problem can be time-consuming and frustrating.  
The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to  
work together is to add and set up one device at a time. After  
you add each device, test it to make sure it and all previously  
connected devices work.  
The device most recently connected to the system is the one  
most likely to be causing 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 store information  
as it works. These channels of communication are commonly  
referred to as system resources.  
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Interrupt Request Channel  
The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request (IRQ)  
because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests  
some of the processor’s time. If two or more devices use the  
same IRQ, the processor does not know which device is  
asking for attention. This causes a hardware conflict.  
Direct Memory Access  
Similarly, the data required by the device is stored in a  
specific place or address in memory called the Direct  
Memory Access (DMA). The DMA provides a dedicated  
channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and  
access memory directly. If two or more devices use the same  
DMA, the data required by one device overwrites the data  
required by the other, causing a hardware conflict.  
Resolving conflicts  
conflicts:  
Disable the device.  
For an older device, remove it from the computer.  
Disable another system component and use its resources  
for the new device, see “Fixing a problem with Device  
Manager” on page 240.  
Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not  
conflict. Refer to the device’s documentation for  
instructions about changing settings on the device.  
Fixing a problem with Device Manager  
Device Manager provides a way to check and change the  
configuration of a device.  
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CAUTION: Changing the default settings using Device Manager  
can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable.  
Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who  
understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of  
changing them.  
Disabling a device  
1
Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and  
Maintenance, Administrative Tools.  
2
3
4
5
Double-click the Computer Management icon.  
In the left pane, click Device Manager.  
Select the specific device from the device category.  
In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a  
monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front.  
This is the disable feature.  
6
7
Click the icon.  
You are given the option of disabling the device.  
Click yes or no, whichever is appropriate.  
Checking device properties  
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, Performance and  
Maintenance, Administrative Tools.  
2
3
Double-click the Computer Management icon.  
In the left pane, click Device Manager.  
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To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device  
type.  
5
To view the properties, double-click the device.  
The operating system displays the Device Properties  
dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They  
include:  
The General tab, which provides basic information  
about the device.  
The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to  
the monitor, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW,  
diskette drive, and other power-using functions.  
The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being  
used by the device.  
A Troubleshooting button is also present.  
Click troubleshooting.  
A Help and Support window for that device appears.  
For more information about Device Manager, refer to  
Windows® XP online help.  
Memory module problems  
Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause  
errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile  
checking for these first:  
1
2
3
Turn off your computer according to the instructions in  
“Turn Off or Shut down command” on page 111.  
Remove the memory module, following the instructions  
in “Removing a memory module” on page 52.  
Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions  
in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 49,  
and making sure it is seated properly.  
4
Check for the error again.  
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If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely  
and check for the error again.  
If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the  
memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without  
the memory module installed, the error is not caused by  
the memory module.  
Power and the batteries  
Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and  
power cable or from the system batteries (main battery and  
real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are  
interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable  
will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries.  
Here are some typical problems and how to solve them:  
The AC power light does not come on when you plug in  
the AC adapter and power cable.  
Make sure the AC adapter and power cable are firmly  
plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer.  
If the AC power light still does not come on, check that the  
wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other  
appliance.  
The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the  
battery will not charge.  
The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the  
computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean  
the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace  
the battery.  
The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly. If  
you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach  
room temperature and try again.  
If the battery has completely discharged, it will not begin  
charging immediately. Leave the AC adapter and power cable  
connected, wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging.  
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If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the  
computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20  
minutes before you turn on the computer.  
If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, the battery  
may have reached the end of its useful life. Try replacing it.  
The battery appears not to power the computer for as  
long as it usually does.  
If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, it may  
not charge fully. Let the battery discharge completely, then  
try charging it again.  
utility. Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or  
memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is  
your software using the hard disk more? Is the display set to  
turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin  
with? All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts.  
For more information on maximizing battery power, see  
“Charging batteries” on page 131.  
Keyboard problems  
If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens,  
the problem may be related to the keyboard itself.  
The keyboard produces unexpected characters.  
A keypad overlay may be on. If the numeric keypad or cursor  
control light is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off  
the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to  
turn off the numeric keypad 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’s documentation and check  
that the program does not assign different meanings to any of  
the keys.  
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You have connected an external keyboard and the  
operating system displays one or more keyboard error  
messages.  
If you have a second keyboard, try it. If it works, the first  
keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your  
computer.  
Display problems  
Here are some typical display problems and their solutions:  
The display is blank.  
Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to  
activate the screen.  
You may have activated the instant password feature by  
pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a  
password, press the Enter key, type the password and press Enter.  
If no password is registered, press Enter. The screen reactivates  
and allows you to continue working.  
If you are using the built-in screen, make sure 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.  
If you are using an external monitor:  
Check that the monitor is turned on.  
Check that the monitor’s power cable is firmly plugged  
into a working power outlet.  
Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to  
the computer is firmly attached.  
Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the  
external monitor.  
Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display  
priority is not set for the built-in screen.  
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The screen does not look right.  
You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area  
of the desktop with the secondary control button, then  
clicking Properties. This opens the Display Properties  
window. The Appearance tab of this window allows you to  
choose the colors for the screen. The Settings tab allows you  
to choose the screen resolution.  
The built-in screen flickers.  
Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen  
produces colors. To reduce the amount of flickering, try using  
fewer colors.  
To change the number of colors displayed:  
1
2
3
Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button.  
Click Properties, and then the Settings tab.  
Change the Colors option and click OK.  
For more information, see Windows® Help.  
A message tells you that there is a problem with your  
display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or  
the current settings do not work with your hardware.  
Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is 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 appears.  
Click Properties, then click the Settings tab.  
Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality.  
Click OK.  
2
3
4
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The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external  
display device does not work.  
Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at  
resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not  
support this resolution will only work in Internal/External  
mode.  
Disk drive problems  
Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette 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 accessing a disk, or one or more  
files appear to be missing.  
Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name  
(A: or C:).  
Error-checking  
Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and  
File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any  
damage it finds:  
To run Error-checking:  
1
2
Click Start, then click My Computer.  
Right-click the drive you want to check and click  
Properties.  
The drive’s properties box appears.  
Click the Tools tab.  
3
4
Click the Check now button.  
The Check Disk All Apps box appears.  
You can choose one or both options:  
5
Automatically fix file system errors  
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6
Click Start.  
Error-checking runs the test.  
Your hard disk seems very slow.  
If you have been using your computer for some time, your  
files may have become fragmented. Run Disk Defragmenter.  
To do this, click Start, then click All Programs, point to  
Accessories and System Tools, and click Disk  
Defragmenter.  
Your data files are damaged or corrupted.  
Refer to your software documentation for file recovery  
procedures. Many software packages automatically create  
backup files.  
You may also be able to recover lost data using utility  
software, which is available from your dealer.  
Some programs run correctly but others do not.  
This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does  
not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the  
hardware configuration meets its needs.  
A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive.  
You may already have a diskette in the drive. Make sure the  
drive is empty.  
You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly. Hold the  
diskette with the hub side facing down, and insert it so that  
the metal head window cover goes into the drive first.  
The metal cover or a loose label may be obstructing the path  
into the drive. Carefully inspect the diskette. If the metal  
cover is loose, replace the diskette. If the label is loose,  
replace the label and try inserting the diskette again.  
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The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error  
message.  
If you are starting the computer from a diskette, the diskette  
in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the  
computer. 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 247).  
DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive problems  
You cannot access a disc in the drive.  
Make sure the drive tray has closed properly. Press gently  
until it clicks into place.  
Open the drive tray and remove the disc. Make sure the drive  
tray is clean. Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the  
laser beam.  
Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty. If necessary, wipe  
it with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral  
cleaner.  
Replace the disc in the tray. Make sure it is lying flat, label  
side up. Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle.  
Close the drive tray carefully, making sure it has shut  
completely.  
You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does  
not slide out.  
Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and  
turned on. The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive  
eject mechanism requires power to operate.  
To remove a disc without turning on the computer, use a  
narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the  
manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to  
the disc eject button on the right side of the computer.  
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Some discs run correctly, but others do not.  
If the problem is with an application CD-ROM, refer to the  
software’s documentation and check that the hardware  
configuration meets the program’s needs.  
The color of the materials used to make the disc can affect its  
reliability. Silver-colored CD-ROMs are the most reliable,  
followed by gold-colored CD-ROM. Green-colored CD-  
ROMs are the least reliable.  
WinDVD problems: general issues  
WinDVD has been configured to provide optimum  
performance and quality based upon your system’s available  
resources. Changes made to the system or its configuration  
may impact the playback performance of the WinDVD  
player.  
WinDVD controls are disabled.  
Controls may be grayed out by commands on the DVD disc.  
For example, it is common for DVD movie titles to disable  
fast-forward and rewind during the legal notices at the  
beginning of a movie.  
Playback performance is poor.  
Make sure your system’s A/C adapter is plugged in and the  
system’s power setting is on full.  
The Root or Title menu does not open.  
Most DVD titles have one or both of the “Root” and “Title”  
menus. If one menu button appears to do nothing, try the  
other menu button.  
WinDVD performance decreases after making a system  
change.  
DVD playback performance is dependent upon several  
system resources. Changes to these system resources caused,  
for example, by installing a new graphics or audio card may  
impact performance. Some software changes may also  
impact playback performance (for example, downloading  
new drivers from the Web).  
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Before installing a new hardware or software component on  
your system, check for any potential conflicts between its  
resource requirements and your current system configuration.  
Also, if you change your operating system, check with your  
PC manufacturer or your graphics card vendor to ensure that  
you have the appropriate drivers for both your hardware (for  
example, the graphics card) and software (drivers must  
support the operating system and DVD with WinDVD).  
Slow playback performance.  
applications and/or changes to your system hardware,  
software or configuration can impact playback performance.  
If playback is slower than normal, try:  
1
2
3
Closing any other open applications to improve the  
performance of the DVD playback.  
Ensuring DMA (Direct Memory Access) is turned on.  
(See “Playback performance is poor.” on page 250.)  
If you have installed new hardware (such as a new  
graphics card or audio card), ensure the component’s  
drivers support Microsoft® DirectX® 8.1 or higher and  
WinDVD. Contact the manufacturer of the component.  
4
Verifying that your display driver resolution, color depth  
and refresh rate are optimal for DVD playback. (Some  
systems do not support video overlays if these parameters  
are not optimal.) Try lowering these settings to improve  
performance.  
WinDVD problems: content issues  
Movies exhibit poor performance of “Director's  
Commentary” or other similar optional content  
versions.  
Some movies may exhibit poor performance of these  
features. In particular, the video portion of the movie may  
become jerky or show pauses. The normal version of the  
movie will not show this problem.  
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WinDVD will not function properly with “debug”  
software installed.  
The WinDVD application will not function properly if it  
detects that debug software is present on the system. Remove  
the debug software to restore functionality of WinDVD.  
WinDVD: error messages  
This table offers descriptions and resolutions for error  
messages that may appear when using WinDVD.  
Error message and additional Resolution  
information  
The disc in the DVD-ROM Ensure the disc is a valid  
drive is not a valid disc  
type.  
disc type.  
If the disc works in other  
players, try using a disc  
Valid disc types are  
DVD-Video and audio CD. cleaner.  
The disc may require fea-  
tures that are not supported  
by WinDVD.  
Microsoft® DirectShow®  
components are missing.  
Microsoft® DirectShow® is  
not installed properly on the  
system.  
Reinstall Microsoft®  
DirectShow® version 6.0 or  
higher (available from the  
Microsoft Web site).  
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Error message and additional Resolution  
information  
No audio subsystem could  
be found for playback.  
Check installation of the  
sound card drivers.  
There is a problem with the  
audio card or audio compo-  
nent within the system. The  
problem may be one of the  
following:  
The audio card is faulty.  
There is a problem with the  
audio driver.  
WinDVD cannot display  
the selected resolution due  
to system limitations.  
Alter the display settings to  
reduce the resolution or  
number of colors.  
The screen size exceeds the Update video drivers.  
allowable display limit.  
There are not enough sys-  
tem resources to play the  
DVD at the selected setting.  
The audio settings are  
incorrect. Please check  
sound card or drivers.  
Check installation of the  
audio card drivers.  
The audio card was found,  
but there is a problem with  
the audio card or drivers.  
The wrong audio driver  
may be installed in the sys-  
tem.  
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Error message and additional Resolution  
information  
An unexpected error has  
occurred.  
This is usually a rare,  
title-specific problem.  
This error is unclassified.  
Report the problem and any  
error code to your supplier's  
Technical Support.  
There is a problem with the Try to play another disc.  
copy protection system  
within the DVD-ROM  
drive. Playback cannot con-  
tinue.  
Contact your supplier’s  
Technical Support.  
The DVD-ROM drive  
failed to authenticate  
(authorize playback of) the  
DVD disc. There may be a  
problem with the DVD-  
ROM drive.  
WinDVD does not support  
this version of the DVD  
specification.  
Check that this is a  
DVD-Video 1.0 disc.  
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Error message and additional Resolution  
information  
This DVD disc cannot be  
played in this region.  
Use DVD content from the  
appropriate region. If appli-  
cable on your system, refer  
to the Help file for how to  
change the Region Code.  
The selected region cannot  
be used due to one of the  
following:  
The Region Code of  
WinDVD and the DVD disc  
do not match. Check the  
Region Code of WinDVD  
within the About tab and  
use a disc from the appro-  
priate region.  
The Windows® operating  
system is assigned to a  
region that does not match  
the Region Code of  
WinDVD.  
Permission to play is  
denied. Please check the  
Parental Control setting.  
Change the Parental Con-  
trol level in the DVD  
Options dialog. Note that  
WinDVD requires a pass-  
word for this change.  
The Parental Control set-  
ting of WinDVD is lower  
than the Parental Control  
level of the content being  
played. Playback of the  
DVD disc is not authorized.  
WinDVD encountered an  
error.  
Report the problem and any  
error code to your supplier's  
Technical Support.  
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Error message and additional Resolution  
information  
This file appears to contain Please refer to the Sup-  
unsupported data.  
ported Formats section of  
the WinDVD Help file and  
ensure that this file contains  
valid data.  
The drive or disc cannot be Check the DVD-ROM drive  
found.  
or DVD disc. Ensure the  
disc is a valid type (DVD-  
Video, Video CD, or audio  
CD).  
This may be caused by one  
of the following:  
No disc in the DVD-ROM  
drive.  
No DVD-ROM drive.  
A disc of an unsupported  
type in the DVD-ROM  
drive.  
Sound system problems  
You do not hear any sound from the computer.  
Adjust the volume control.  
If you are using external headphones or speakers, check that  
they are securely connected to your computer.  
The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise.  
This 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 speaker volume is too loud. Adjust  
the volume control.  
Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the  
Recording Control Utility (default Off), or the Mute feature  
in the Mixer Utility (default Enabled), may cause feedback.  
Revert to the default settings.  
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PC Card problems  
PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of  
devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory,  
or a pager.  
Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup  
of new cards. If you’re having trouble getting one or more of  
these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter  
may apply.  
Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards.  
See “Resolving a hardware conflict” on page 239.  
Card Information Structure  
When you insert a PC Card into a slot, the computer attempts  
to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by  
reading its Card Information Structure (CIS). Sometimes the  
CIS contains enough information for you to use the card  
immediately.  
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 your Microsoft® documentation for more  
information, or refer to the documentation that came with the  
PC Card.  
Some card manufacturers use special software called  
enablers to support their cards. Enablers result in  
nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when  
installing the PC Card.  
If your system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card  
and the card did not come with an operating system driver, it  
may not work under the operating system. Contact the  
manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the  
card under the operating system.  
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PC Card checklist  
Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot.  
See “Using PC Cards” on page 191 for how to insert PC  
Cards.  
Make sure all cables are securely connected.  
Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality  
control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is  
available, try the card in that machine. If the card  
malfunctions again, it may be defective.  
Resolving PC Card problems  
Here are some common problems and their solutions:  
The slot appears to be dead. PC Cards that used to work  
no longer work.  
Check the PC Card status:  
1
2
Click Start.  
Click My Computer icon with the secondary button,  
then click Properties.  
The System Properties window appears.  
Click the Hardware tab.  
3
4
5
Click the Device Manager button.  
Double-click the name of the appropriate category for the  
PC Card.  
6
Double-click the name of the PC Card device.  
The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties  
dialog box, which contains information about your PC  
Card configuration and status.  
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The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a  
PC Card.  
Remove the PC Card. If removing the PC Card doesn’t  
resolve the problem, try restarting the computer. If the  
computer still doesn’t work, contact the PC Card’s  
manufacturer.  
Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting  
another without turning the computer off) fails.  
Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card:  
1
Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System  
tray.  
2
Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier  
for your PC Card.  
The operating system displays a message that you may  
safely remove the card.  
3
Remove the card from the slot.  
The system does not recognize your PC Card.  
Refer to the PC Card documentation.  
Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can  
correct many problems. For more information, see “Using PC  
Cards” on page 191.  
A PC Card error occurs.  
Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected.  
If the card is attached to an external device, check that the  
connection is secure.  
Refer to the card’s documentation, which should contain a  
troubleshooting section.  
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Printer problems  
This section lists some of the most common printer problems:  
The printer will not print.  
Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet,  
turned on and ready (on line).  
Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will  
not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of  
paper left in the tray.  
Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to 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 your software” on page 47.  
You may have connected the printer while the computer is on.  
Disable Stand by mode, turn off the computer, and turn off  
the printer. Turn the printer back on, make sure it is on line,  
then turn the computer back on.  
Try printing another file. For example, you could create and  
attempt to print a short test file using Notepad. If a Notepad  
file prints correctly, the problem may be in your original file.  
If you cannot resolve the problem, contact the printer’s  
manufacturer.  
The printer will not print what you see on the screen.  
Many programs display information on the screen differently  
from the way they print it. See if your program has a print  
preview mode. This mode lets you see your work exactly as it  
will print. Contact the software manufacturer for more  
information.  
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Modem problems  
The modem will not receive or transmit properly.  
Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is  
firmly connected to the computer’s modem port and the  
telephone line jack.  
Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and  
software are referring to the same COM port. See  
“Determining the COM port” on page 178.  
Check the communications parameters (baud rate, parity, data  
length and stop bits) specified in the communications  
program. It should be set up to transmit at 300, 1200, 2400,  
4800, 9600, 14400, 28800, 33600 bps (bits per second) or  
higher. Refer to the program’s documentation and the modem  
manual for information on how to change these settings.  
TECHNICAL NOTE: Disable Call Waiting before you connect  
through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts data transmission.  
The modem is on, set up properly and still will not  
transmit or receive data.  
Make sure the line has a dial tone. Connect a telephone  
handset to the line to check this.  
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test  
transmission to someone else.  
Make sure you are prepared.  
Save your work frequently.  
You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing  
you to close a program and lose unsaved changes. Many  
software programs build in an automatic backup, but you  
should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See  
“Computing tips” on page 87 for instructions.  
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On a regular basis, back up the information stored on  
your hard disk.  
Here are some ways you can do this:  
Copy files to diskette, following the steps in “Saving your  
work” on page 93.  
Copy files to your network partition.  
Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized  
software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape.  
Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up  
all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to diskette on  
a daily basis.  
If you have installed your own programs, you should back up  
these programs as well as your data files. If something goes  
wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start  
again, reloading all your programs and data files from a  
backup source will save time.  
Read the user’s guides.  
It’s 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 will improve as you  
learn about how the computer and its software work together.  
Get familiar with all the user’s guides provided with your  
computer, as well as the manuals that come with the  
programs and devices you purchase.  
Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self-  
help books you can use to supplement the information in the  
manuals.  
If you need further assistance  
If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and  
are still having problems, you may need additional technical  
assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for  
help.  
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Before you call  
Since some problems may be related to the operating system  
or the program you are using, it is important to investigate  
other sources of assistance first.  
Try the following before contacting 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 assistance.  
Consult the dealer or authorized Toshiba representative  
from whom you purchased your computer and/or  
program. Your dealer is your best source for current  
information.  
For the number of a Toshiba dealer near 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.  
1
Start with accessing Toshiba on the Internet using any  
Internet browser by typing pcsupport.toshiba.com  
2
Next, try one of Toshiba’s online services. The Toshiba  
Forum can be accessed through CompuServe® by typing:  
go toshiba.  
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Toshiba voice contact  
Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have:  
Your computer’s serial number.  
The computer and any optional devices related to the  
problem.  
Backup copies of your operating system and all other  
preloaded software on diskettes or CD-ROM.  
Name and version of the program involved in the  
problem along with its installation diskettes or CD-ROM.  
Information about what you were doing when the  
problem occurred.  
Exact error messages and when they occurred.  
For technical support, call the Toshiba InTouch Center:  
Within the United States at (800) 457-7777  
Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273  
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites  
Worldwide Toshiba corporate  
site  
Marketing and product  
information in the USA  
Canada  
Europe  
Japan  
Mexico and all of Latin  
America  
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Toshiba’s worldwide offices  
Australia  
Austria  
Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited  
84-92 Talavera Road  
North Ryde NSW 2113  
Sydney  
Toshiba Europe GmbH  
Handelskai 388  
1020 Wien, Austria  
Australia  
Belgium  
Canada  
Toshiba Information Systems Benelux  
(Belgium) B.V.  
Toshiba Canada Ltd.  
191 McNabb Street  
Markham, Ontario  
L3R - 8H2  
Excelsiorlaan 40  
B-1930 Zaventem  
Belgium  
Canada  
Czech Republic  
CHG Toshiba, s.r.o.  
Hnevkovskeho 65  
61700 Brno  
Denmark  
Scribona Danmark A/S  
Naverland 27  
DK2600 Glostrup  
Denmark  
Finland  
France  
Scribona TPC OY  
Sinimäentie 14  
P.O. Box 83  
02630 ESPOO  
Finland  
Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A.  
7, Rue Ampère  
92804 Puteaux Cédex  
France  
Germany  
Greece  
Toshiba Europe GmbH  
Leibnizstraße 2  
D-93055 Regensburg  
Germany  
Ideal Electronics S.A.  
109 Syngrou Avenue  
176 71 Kalithea  
Athens  
Greece  
Hungary  
Ireland  
Technotrade Kft.  
Toshiba Information Systems  
(U.K) Ltd.  
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Szerencs  
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Hungary  
Toshiba Court  
Weybridge Business Park  
Addlestone Road  
Weybridge KT15 2UL  
United Kingdom  
Italy  
Japan  
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Viale Certosa 138,  
20156 Milano  
Italy  
Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO  
1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome  
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Japan  
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Toshiba’s worldwide offices  
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Luxembourg  
Mexico and all of Latin  
Toshiba Information Systems Benelux  
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America  
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The Netherlands  
800-457-7777 (outside of the US)  
949-859-4276 (within the US - this call  
may incur long distance charges)  
Morocco  
The Netherlands  
C.B.I.  
Toshiba Information Systems Benelux  
B.V.  
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Casablanca  
Morocco  
Rivium Boulevard 41  
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The Netherlands  
Norway  
Papua New Guinea  
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P.O. Box 4952 Boroko  
NCD, Papua  
Scribona Norge A/S  
Toshiba PC Service  
Stalfjaera 20  
P.O. Box 51  
Kalbakken  
New Guinea  
0901 OSLO 9  
Norway  
Poland  
Portugal  
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Poland  
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Portugal  
Singapore  
Slovakia  
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Alexandra Technopark  
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Slovakia  
Slovenia  
Spain  
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Slovenia  
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Edificio Europa, 1a Planta  
Escalera A  
28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de  
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Sweden  
Switzerland  
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Herostrasse 7  
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Switzerland  
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Box 1374  
171 27 Solna  
Sweden  
United Kingdom  
Toshiba Information Systems  
(U.K) Ltd.  
United States  
Toshiba America Information  
Systems, Inc.  
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United States  
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Addlestone Road  
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United Kingdom  
The Rest of Europe  
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Appendix A  
Hot Keys  
Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the  
Fn key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a  
legend on or above the key indicating the 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.  
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Instant password security  
Fn +  
This hot key blanks the display.  
Without a password  
The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and  
activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any  
key will make the display reappear. For information on  
setting, see “Activating the power-on password” on page 61.  
With a password  
The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and  
activates instant security. Type either a user or supervisor  
password and press Enter.  
If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the Fn + F1 key  
combination to activate instant security will cause the screen  
to go blank. Moving the pointing device or pressing a key  
turns the screen back on. An “Unlock Computer” window  
appears, prompting you for a password. After typing in the  
password, press Enter.  
NOTE: To activate the password feature, you must first enable it by  
using Toshiba Hardware Setup. Refer to “Toshiba Hardware Setup”  
on page 218.  
To activate the password feature:  
1
2
3
Click Start, Control Panel.  
Click Appearances and Themes  
Click one of the following:  
Choose a screen saver in the Pick a task section  
Display in the or pick a Control Panel icon section  
The Display Properties window appears.  
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Power usage mode  
4
If you clicked Choose a screen saver, the Screen Saver  
tab has already been selected. If it isn’t selected, click the  
Screen Saver tab.  
5
6
Click the On resume, password protected check box.  
Click OK.  
Power usage mode  
Fn +  
This hot key displays the power usage pop-up window and  
cycles through the battery save modes.  
The power usage modes in the operating system under battery  
power are:  
Long Life, Normal, and High Power; DVD Playback,  
Presentation and Super Long Life  
Sample power usage modes  
®
The power usage mode in the Windows operating system  
under AC power is Full Power only.  
The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power  
Management utility. For more information, see “Power  
Management” on page 215.  
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Stand by mode  
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Stand by mode  
Fn +  
This hot key puts the computer into Stand by mode.  
A message box is displayed by default  
to confirm that the computer is going  
into Stand by mode. This message box  
can be set so it doesn’t display.  
Sample Stand by confirmation box  
For more information about Stand by  
mode, please see “Using Stand by” on  
page 122.  
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Hibernation mode  
Hibernation mode  
Fn +  
This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode.  
If Hibernation mode is enabled (the  
default) a message box is displayed by  
default to confirm the computer is  
going into Hibernation mode. The  
message box can be set so it doesn’t  
display.  
Sample Hibernation confirmation box  
If Hibernation mode is disabled, this  
hot key will not respond. For more  
information on Hibernation mode, see  
“Using Hibernation” on page 117.  
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Display modes  
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Display modes  
Fn +  
This hot key cycles through the power-on display options.  
The display modes are:  
Built-in display panel only  
Built-in display panel and external  
monitor simultaneously  
External monitor only  
Built-in display panel and external  
video device simultaneously  
External video device 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 external display device.  
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Display brightness  
Display brightness  
Fn +  
This hot key decreases the screen brightness.  
Fn +  
This hot key increases the screen brightness.  
Fn +  
This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in  
your computer.  
The wireless modes you can toggle between are:  
Bluetooth enabled—This enables just  
the Bluetooth module. (See “Using  
Bluetooth” on page 181 for instructions  
on setting up Bluetooth.)  
Wi-Fi enabled—This enables just the  
Wi-Fi module.  
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled—This  
enables both wireless modules.  
Disable all devices.  
Sample wireless modes window  
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Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or cPad  
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or cPad  
Fn +  
This hot key disables or enables the TouchPad or  
cPad.  
To use the TouchPad, see “For systems with Touch-  
Pad” on page 64.  
To use the cPad, see “For systems with cPad” on  
page 65.  
Sample disable and enable TouchPad or  
cPad windows  
Keyboard hot keys  
Fn +  
Fn +  
Fn +  
This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off.  
This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off.  
This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off.  
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Appendix B  
Power Cable  
Connectors  
Your notebook computer features a universal power supply  
you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of  
the typical AC power cable connectors for various parts of the  
world.  
USA and Canada  
United Kingdom  
UL approved  
CSA approved  
BS approved  
Australia  
Europe  
VDA approved  
NEMKO approved  
AS approved  
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Appendix C  
Video Modes  
This appendix lists the video modes supported by the display  
adapter and identifies the characteristics of each mode.  
The columns in the tables have the following meanings:  
Mode is the mode number in hexadecimal and is generally  
used by programmers to specify video modes in programs.  
Type identifies the display adapter that first supported the  
mode and specifies whether the mode is text or graphics.  
Resolution is the measure of the screen’s dimensions in terms  
of horizontal and vertical pixels (in graphics modes), or rows  
and columns of characters (in text modes).  
Grid is the default number of pels per character. A pel is the  
smallest display element that the computer can control. It  
consists of a single pixel (dot), or a set of contiguous pixels.  
LCD Colors is the maximum number of simultaneous colors,  
or shades of gray, that the mode can display on the built-in  
screen.  
CRT Colors is the maximum number of simultaneous colors,  
or shades of gray, that the mode can display on an external  
monitor.  
Scan Freq hor/vert is the horizontal and vertical scanning  
frequency in Hertz. This is for external monitors only.  
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Your computer’s video modes  
Your computer’s video modes  
Your computer supports the video modes defined in this  
table. If your application offers a selection of mode numbers  
that do not match the numbers on the table, select a mode  
based on mode type, resolution, character matrix, number of  
colors and refresh rates.  
Table1 Video modes (VGA)  
NOTE: Not all video resolution modes are available on the internal  
LCD.  
Character  
matrix  
(pels)  
Scanning  
frequency  
CRT colors Vertical (Hz)  
Video  
mode  
Type  
VGA Text 40 x 25  
Characters  
VGA Text 80 x 25  
Characters  
VGA Text 40 x 25  
Characters  
VGA Text 80 x 25  
Characters  
VGA Text 40 x 25  
Characters  
VGA Text 80 x 25  
Characters  
Resolution  
LCD colors  
0, 1  
2, 3  
0, 1  
2, 3  
0+, 1+  
2+, 3+  
4, 5  
6
8 x 8  
16 of 256K  
16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 70  
16 of 256K 70  
8 x 8  
16 of 256K  
16 of 256K  
16 of 256K  
16 of 256K  
16 of 256K  
4 of 256K  
2 of 256K  
Mono  
8 x 14  
8 x 14  
9 x 16  
9 x 16  
8 x 8  
VGA Grph 320 x 200  
Pels  
4 of 256K  
2 of 256K  
Mono  
70  
70  
70  
70  
VGA Grph 640 x 200  
Pels  
8 x 8  
7
VGA Text 80 x 25  
Characters  
9 x 14  
9 x 16  
7+  
VGA Text 80 x 25  
Characters  
Mono  
Mono  
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Character  
Scanning  
Video  
mode  
matrix  
(pels)  
frequency  
CRT colors Vertical (Hz)  
Type  
Resolution  
LCD colors  
D
VGA Grph 320 x 200  
Pels  
8 x 8  
16 of 256K  
16 of 256K 70  
E
VGA Grph 640 x 200  
Pels  
8 x 8  
16 of 256K  
Mono  
16 of 256K 70  
F
VGA Grph 640 x 350  
Pels  
8 x 14  
8 x 14  
8 x 16  
8 x 16  
8 x 8  
Mono  
16 of 256K 70  
2 of 256K 60  
16 of 256K 60  
70  
10  
11  
12  
13  
VGA Grph 640 x 350  
Pels  
16 of 256K  
2 of 256K  
16 of 256K  
VGA Grph 640 x 480  
Pels  
VGA Grph 640 x 480  
Pels  
VGA Grph 320 x 200  
Pels  
256 of 256K 256 of 256K 70  
Table 2 Video modes (XGA)  
Vertical  
Resolution  
LCD colors  
CRT colors  
frequency (Hz)  
640 x 480  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
800 x 600  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
60  
75  
85  
100  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
60  
75  
85  
100  
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Vertical  
Resolution  
LCD colors  
CRT colors  
frequency (Hz)  
1600 x 1200  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1920 x 1440  
2048 x 1536  
640 x 480  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
256/256K  
256/256K  
64K/64K  
60  
75  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
60  
75  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
800 x 600  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
1600 x 1200  
60  
75  
85  
100  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
60  
75  
85  
100  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1920 x 1440  
2048 x 1536  
640 x 480  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
60  
75  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
85  
100  
800 x 600  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
85  
100  
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Vertical  
frequency (Hz)  
Resolution  
LCD colors  
CRT colors  
1024 x 768  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1280 x 1024  
1600 x 1200  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
85  
100  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1920 x 1440  
2048 x 1536  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
60  
Table 3 Video modes (Ultra XGA)  
Vertical  
Resolution  
LCD colors  
CRT colors  
frequency (Hz)  
640 x 480  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
800 x 600  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
60  
75  
85  
100  
60  
75  
85  
100  
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Vertical  
Resolution  
LCD colors  
CRT colors  
frequency (Hz)  
1600 x 1200  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1920 x 1440  
2048 x 1536  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
256/256K  
256/256K  
60  
75  
256/256K  
(Virtual)  
60  
640 x 480  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
60  
75  
85  
100  
800 x 600  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
1600 x 1200  
60  
75  
85  
100  
60  
75  
85  
100  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1920 x 1440  
2048 x 1536  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
64K/64K  
64K/64K  
60  
75  
64K/64K  
(Virtual)  
60  
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Vertical  
frequency (Hz)  
Resolution  
LCD colors  
CRT colors  
640 x 480  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
85  
100  
800 x 600  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
1600 x 1200  
60  
75  
85  
100  
60  
75  
85  
100  
60  
75  
85  
100  
1920 x 1440  
2048 x 1536  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
16M/16M  
16M/16M  
60  
75  
16M/16M  
(Virtual)  
60  
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Glossary  
TECHNICAL 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  
basic input/output system  
bits per second  
BIOS  
bps  
CD  
compact disc  
CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory  
CD-RW  
CMOS  
COM1  
COM2  
CPU  
compact disc rewrite memory  
complementary metal-oxide semiconductor  
communications port 1 (serial port)  
communications port 2 (serial port)  
central processing unit  
DC  
direct current  
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DMA  
DIMM  
DOS  
direct memory access  
dual inline memory module  
disk operating system  
dots per inch  
DPI  
DSTN  
DVD  
dual supertwist nematic  
digital versatile (or video) disc  
DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory  
ECP  
EPROM  
FAT  
enhanced capabilities port  
erasable programmable read-only memory  
file allocation table  
FCC  
FIR  
Federal Communications Commission  
fast infrared  
GB  
gigabyte  
HDD  
HTML  
IEEE  
I/O  
hard disk drive  
Hypertext Markup Language  
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers  
input/output  
IRQ  
interrupt request  
ISP  
Internet service provider  
kilobyte  
KB  
LAN  
LCD  
LPT1  
LSI  
local area network  
liquid crystal display  
line printer port 1 (parallel port)  
large-scale integration  
megabyte  
MB  
MIDI  
PC  
Musical Instrument Digital Interface  
personal computer  
PCI  
Peripheral Component Interconnect  
PCMCIA  
Personal Computer Memory Card International  
Association  
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RAM  
random access memory  
radio frequency interference  
read-only memory  
RFI  
ROM  
RTC  
real-time clock  
SCSI  
SDRAM  
SRAM  
SVGA  
TFT  
small computer system interface  
synchronous dynamic random access memory  
static random access memory  
super video graphics adapter  
thin film transistor  
USB  
universal serial bus  
URL  
uniform resource locator  
wide area network  
WAN  
www  
World Wide Web  
Terms  
The following terms may appear in this user’s guide.  
active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made  
from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix  
A
technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form  
there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell. This type of  
display works well with notebook computers because of its  
shallow depth and high-quality color. Active-matrix displays are  
viewable from wider angles than most passive-matrix displays.  
adapter — A device that provides a compatible connection  
between two units. For example, the computer’s internal display  
adapter receives information from the software and translates it  
into images on the screen. An adapter can take a number of  
forms, from a microprocessor to a simple connector. An  
intelligent adapter (one that is capable of doing some processing)  
may also be called a controller.  
alternating current (AC) — The type of power usually supplied to  
residential and commercial wall outlets. AC reverses its direction  
at regular intervals. Compare direct current (DC).  
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application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks  
of a specific type. Applications include word processors,  
spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also  
program.  
backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in  
case the original file is lost or damaged.  
B
basic input/output system (BIOS) — See BIOS.  
baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such as  
a printer or modem, transmits information. Baud rate is the  
number of signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as  
bits per second). See also bits per second.  
BIOS (basic input/output system) — Basic instructions, stored in  
read-only memory (ROM), containing the information the  
computer needs in order to check hardware and load the  
operating system when you start up the computer.  
bit: — Short for “binary digit.” A bit is the smallest unit of  
information used by a computer. A group of eight bits is a byte.  
See also byte.  
bits per second (bps) — A way of measuring the speed at which  
information is passed between two devices. The basic measure  
used in modem communications, bps is similar, but not identical,  
to the baud rate. See also baud rate.  
boot — To start the computer. The term “boot” originates from  
bootstrap program (as in “pulling itself up by its bootstraps”), a  
program that loads and initializes the operating system. See also  
reboot.  
boot disk — See system disk.  
boot priority (startup sequence) — The order in which the  
computer accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files. Under  
the default startup sequence, the computer looks for the startup  
files in the diskette drive before checking the hard disk.  
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bus — An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit  
(CPU) with other parts of the computer, such as the video  
adapter, disk drives, and ports. It is the pathway through which  
data flows from one device to another. See also bus speed,  
frontside bus.  
bus speed — The speed at which the central processing unit (CPU)  
communicates with the other parts of the computer.  
byte — A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable  
unit of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte.  
cache — A section of very fast memory in which frequently used  
information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from  
cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main  
memory. See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.  
C
CD — An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM.  
CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) — A form of high-  
capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means  
for reading data. See also CD. Compare DVD-ROM.  
central processing unit (CPU) — The chip that functions as the  
“brain” of the computer. It takes information from outside  
sources, such as memory or keyboard input, processes the  
information, and sends the results to another device that uses the  
information.  
character — Any letter, number, or symbol you can use on the  
computer. Some characters are non-printing characters, such as a  
paragraph break in a word-processing program. A character  
occupies one byte of computer storage.  
chip — A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and  
circuits for processing, memory, input/output, and/or control  
functions. Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards.  
click — To press and release the control button or mouse button  
without moving the pointing device. In the Windows® operating  
system, this refers to the left mouse button or primary control  
button, unless otherwise stated. See also double-click.  
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color palette — A set of specified colors that establishes the colors  
that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time.  
compatibility — The extent to which computers, programs, or  
devices can work together harmoniously, using the same  
commands, formats, or language as another.  
configuration — (1) The collection of components that make up a  
single computer system. (2) How parts of the system are set up  
(that is, configured).  
controller — A device that controls the transfer of data from a  
computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk  
drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers.  
CPU — See central processing unit (CPU).  
CPU cache — A section of very fast memory residing between the  
CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores  
data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands  
and programs. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.  
cursor — A symbol that indicates the current position on the  
screen. The shape of the cursor varies, depending on the program  
you’re using and what you’re doing.  
default — The setting selected by a program when the user does  
not specify an alternative setting.  
D
device — A component attached to the computer. Devices may be  
external (outside the computer’s case) or internal (inside the  
computer’s case). Printers, disk 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 displayed by the operating  
system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from  
the user.  
direct current (DC) — The type of power usually supplied by  
batteries. DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current  
(AC).  
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direct memory access (DMA) — A dedicated channel, bypassing  
the CPU, that enables direct data transfer between memory and a  
device.  
directory — See folder.  
disable — To turn a computer option off. See also enable.  
disc — A round, flat piece of metal, designed to be read from and  
written to by optical (laser) technology, and used in the  
production of optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs. Compare  
disk.  
disk — A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically  
influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the  
production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks.  
Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk.  
disk drive — The device that reads and writes information and  
programs on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high  
speed past one or more read/write heads.  
diskette — A thin, flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores  
magnetically encoded data. Diskettes can be removed from the  
computer and come in two sizes: 5.25-inch and 3.5-inch. Your  
computer uses 3.5-inch diskettes. See also double-density  
diskette, high-density diskette.  
document — Any file created with an application and, if saved to  
disk, given a name by which it can be retrieved. See also file.  
double-click — To press the control button or mouse button rapidly  
twice without moving the pointing device. In the Windows®  
operating system, this refers to the primary control button or left  
mouse button, unless otherwise stated.  
double-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that can hold up to  
720 KB of information (half the capacity of a high-density  
diskette). See also diskette, high-density diskette.  
download — (1) In communications, to receive a file from another  
computer through a modem or network. (2) To send font data  
from the computer to a printer. See also upload.  
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drag — To hold down the control button or mouse button while  
moving the cursor to drag a selected object. In the Windows®  
operating system, this refers to the primary control button or left  
mouse button, unless otherwise stated.  
driver — See device driver.  
DVD — An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also  
DVD-ROM.  
DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory)  
— A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for  
reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several  
CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM.  
emulation — A technique in which a device or program imitates  
another device or program.  
E
F
enable — To turn on a computer option. See also disable.  
executable file — A computer program that is ready to run.  
Application programs and batch files are examples of executable  
files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat or .exe  
extension.  
expansion device — A device that connects to a computer to  
expand its capabilities. Other names for an expansion device are  
port expander, port replicator, docking station, or network  
adapter.  
extension — See file extension.  
external device — See device.  
file — A collection of related information, saved on disk with a  
unique name. A file may be a program, information used by a  
program, or a document. See also document.  
file allocation table (FAT) — The section of a disk that keeps track  
of the location of files stored on the disk.  
file name — A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file  
within a particular folder. It consists of two parts: the actual name  
and the file name extension. See also file extension.  
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file extension — The three characters following the period  
(pronounced “dot”) at the end of a file name. The extension  
indicates the type of file. Examples are .exe for program files  
and .hlp for help files. See also file name.  
folder — Also called directory. A container for organizing files  
saved to a disk. A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical  
image (icon) of a file folder. A folder can contain files and other  
folders.  
format — (verb) To prepare a blank disk for use with the  
computer’s operating system. Formatting creates a structure on  
the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk  
or read information from it.  
frontside bus — The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and  
the computer’s main memory. Also called “system bus.” See also  
bus.  
function keys — The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically  
located on the keyboard. Their function is determined by the  
operating system and/or individual programs.  
gigabyte (GB) — A unit of data equal to 1,073,741,824 bytes  
(1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes). See also byte.  
G
H
ground — A conductor to which all components of an electric  
circuit are connected. It has a potential of zero (0) volts, is  
connected to the earth, and is the point of reference for voltages  
in the circuit.  
hard disk — A storage device composed of a rigid platter or  
platters that can be magnetically coded with data. Hard disks hold  
much more information than diskettes and are used for long-term  
storage of programs and data. The primary (or only) hard disk in  
a computer is usually fixed, but some computers have 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.  
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Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers  
that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work,  
including all open files and programs, when you turn the  
computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work is  
returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned  
off. See also Standby, Suspend.  
high-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of  
data. See also diskette.  
hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with  
the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters,  
such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys  
that activates a memory resident program.  
hot swapping — The ability to add or remove devices from a  
computer while the computer is running and have the operating  
system automatically recognize the change.  
icon — A small image displayed on the screen that represents a  
function, file, or program.  
I
interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which  
only every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced monitors  
take two passes to create a complete screen image. Compare non-  
interlaced.  
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.  
keyboard shortcut — A key or combination of keys that you use  
to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the  
AccuPoint.  
K
L
kilobyte (KB) — A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte.  
L1 (level one) cache — Memory cache built into the processor to  
help improve processing speed. See also cache, CPU cache, L2  
cache.  
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L2 (level two) cache — Memory cache installed on the  
motherboard to help improve processing speed. It is slower than  
L1 cache and faster than main memory. See also cache, CPU  
cache, L1 cache.  
LAN (local area network) — A group of computers or other  
devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by  
a communications link that enables any device to interact with  
any other on the network.  
liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a  
liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When  
an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in  
the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light  
passing through it. A filter over the electrodes permits only non-  
polarized light to pass to the surface of the display, creating light  
and dark pixels.  
load — To move information from a storage device (such as a hard  
disk) into memory for processing.  
local area network — See LAN.  
logical drive — A section 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.  
megabyte (MB) — A unit of data equal to 1,048,576 bytes  
(1024 x 1024 bytes). See also bytes.  
M
memory — Typically refers to the computer’s main memory, where  
programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed.  
Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily, such as RAM,  
or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently, such as ROM.  
A computer’s main memory is RAM. See RAM, ROM.  
microprocessor — See central processing unit (CPU).  
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) — A standard for  
connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and computers.  
The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a  
form computers can use, and vice versa.  
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modem — Short for “modulator/demodulator.” A device that  
converts information from digital to analog and back to digital,  
enabling information to pass back and forth between digital  
computers and analog telephone lines.  
motherboard — The main circuit board in the computer. It  
contains the processor, memory, and other primary components.  
MS-DOS prompt — See system prompt.  
multimedia — A combination of two or more media, such as  
sound, animation, and video in a computer program or  
presentation.  
Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI.  
network — A collection of computers and associated devices that  
are connected by communications facilities. A network allows  
you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with  
other users and to exchange electronic mail.  
N
non-interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in  
which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam  
scans across and down the screen. Compare interlaced.  
non-system disk — A disk for storing programs and data that  
cannot be used to start the computer. Compare system disk.  
online — Available through the computer. Online may refer to  
information being read from your own computer’s hard disk,  
such as online documentation or online help, or to information  
coming from another company on a company network or the  
Internet.  
O
P
operating system — A set of programs that controls how the  
computer works. Examples of operating systems are Windows®  
XP and Windows® 2000 operating systems.  
palette — See color palette.  
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parallel — Processes that occur simultaneously. In  
communications, it means the transmission of more than one bit  
of information at a time. On your computer, the parallel port  
provides a parallel communications interface between the  
computer and an appropriate device. Most modern printers are  
parallel. Compare serial.  
password — A unique string of characters entered by a user to  
verify his or her identity to the computer or the network.  
PC Card — A credit-card-sized expansion card designed to  
increase the capabilities of notebook computers. PC Cards  
provide functions such as modem, fax/modem, hard disk drive,  
network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter.  
peripheral — Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is  
attached to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU.  
pixel — Short for “picture element.” The smallest dot that can be  
produced on a screen or printer.  
Plug and Play — Generally, refers to the computer’s ability to  
automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices.  
When capitalized, refers to a standard that, when followed by a  
device manufacturer, allows a PC to configure itself  
automatically to work with the device.  
pointing device — Any device, such as a mouse, that enables you  
to move the cursor on the screen.  
port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for  
connection to a network or a peripheral device.  
processor — See central processing unit (CPU).  
program — A set of instructions that can be executed by a  
computer. The general classes of programs (also called software)  
are operating system, application, and utility. See also operating  
system, application, utility.  
properties — The attributes of an object or device. For example,  
the properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation  
date.  
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RAM (random access memory) Volatile memory that can be  
written to as well as read. By volatile, we mean that information  
in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. This type of  
memory is used for your computer’s main memory. See also  
memory. Compare ROM.  
R
random access memory — See RAM.  
read-only memory — 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.  
resolution — A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be  
produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer,  
resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is  
expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and  
vertically.  
restart — Synonymous with reboot. To reset the computer by  
reloading the operating system without turning the computer off.  
See also boot.  
RJ11 — A modular connector used on most U.S. telephone  
systems and direct-connect modems. The RJ11 connector is a 6-  
wire connector.  
ROM (read-only memory) — Non-volatile memory that can be  
read but not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that  
information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is  
receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your  
computer’s BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer  
reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare  
RAM.  
select — To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics  
with the intent to perform some operation on it.  
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serial — Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it  
means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a  
single channel. On your computer, the serial port provides a serial  
interface between the computer and an appropriate device.  
Compare parallel.  
shortcut — See keyboard shortcut.  
software — See program. Compare hardware.  
Stand by — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that  
allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open  
applications and to continue from where you left off when you  
turn the computer on again.  
Suspend — A feature of some Windows® operating systems that  
allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open  
applications and to continue from where you left off when you  
turn the computer on again.  
system disk — A diskette that contains the operating system files  
needed to start the computer. Any diskette can be formatted as a  
system disk. A system disk is also called a “bootable disk” or a  
“startup disk.” Compare non-system disk.  
system prompt — The symbol (in the MS-DOS® operating system,  
generally a drive letter followed by a “greater than” sign)  
indicating where users are to enter commands.  
TFT display — See active-matrix display.  
T
U
universal serial bus (USB) — A serial bus that supports a data  
transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps (12 million bits per second). USB  
can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all-  
purpose USB port. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See  
also bus, hot swapping, serial.  
upload — To send a file to another computer through a modem or  
network. See also download.  
USB — See universal serial bus (USB).  
utility — A computer program designed to perform a narrowly  
focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often  
related to computer system management.  
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Web — See World Wide Web.  
VW  
Wi-Fi — A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet  
Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity. Wi-Fi is another  
term for the IEEE 2.11b communication protocol to permit an  
Ethernet connection using wireless communication components.  
World Wide Web (www) — The worldwide network of Web sites  
linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump  
from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting  
the site. See also Internet.  
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conserving power 134  
A
AC adapter 56  
AC power light 37, 56, 60  
Accessories programs 165  
adding  
memory 49  
Li-ion (lithium ion) 127  
recharging 131  
remaining power 133  
removing 136  
alarms  
low battery 135  
Application Launcher  
adding programs 76  
changing icons 78  
deleting programs 79  
Application Launcher button 68  
audio CDs  
playing 98  
audio features 188  
avoiding injury 42  
latch 40  
Bluetooth 181  
buttons  
B
Application Launcher 68  
battery  
CD controls 100  
CD Player 105, 106  
CD/DVD controls 35, 38, 98,  
100  
alarms 135  
changing 136  
charge not lasting 244  
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control 64, 72  
DVD-ROM drive  
eject 99  
Internet 36  
next track 35, 39, 100  
play/pause 39  
power 34  
previous track 38, 39  
primary control 35  
secondary control 35  
Start 142  
checking device properties 241  
cleaning  
diskettes 96  
closing programs 156  
COM port 178  
stop 39  
TOSHIBA Console 36, 92  
command  
C
calculator 157  
CD control buttons 100  
CD player  
TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER  
105  
Windows Media Player 105  
CD Player control panel 105, 106  
CD/DVD control buttons 35, 38, 98,  
100  
programs 109  
CD/DVDs  
caring for 108  
inserting 103  
playing 98  
removing 107  
problem solving 250  
viewing contents 107  
CD-ROMs  
computer  
using 98  
writing 32  
cleaning 84  
lock 85  
moving 85  
non-system disk or disk error  
message 236  
CDs 35, 107  
inserting 103  
problem solving 250  
changing  
main battery 136  
channels  
not accessing disk drives 235  
placement 42  
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302  
protection 41  
Small Display Properties 220  
running on battery power 127  
setting up 46, 49  
turning off 169  
turning on 59  
using at the office 177  
warning resume failure message  
236  
work area 41  
computing tips 87  
connecting  
AC adapter 56  
date and time  
external monitor 177  
external speakers 190  
headphones 191  
modem 109  
monitor 54  
choosing style and browsing  
major features 141  
power cable 57  
television 54  
to a network 110  
USB-compatible  
keyboard 56  
mouse 53  
video projector 54  
conserving battery power 134  
control buttons 64, 72  
cooling vents  
CPU 29  
copying files 177  
cPad 35  
checking properties 241  
Application Launcher  
adding programs 76  
changing icons 78  
deleting programs 79  
Application Launcher button 68  
background 74  
disabling 62  
display  
using 69  
enabling 62  
keyboard 56  
Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL) 183  
Digital Versatile Discs 98  
Disk Defragmenter 248  
disk drive  
corrupted/damaged data files 248  
missing files/trouble accessing a  
disk 247  
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running slow 248  
disk/disc activity light 38  
diskette drive 95  
can’t insert a diskette 248  
can’t read a diskette 249  
diskettes  
caring for 96  
cleaning 96  
copying files to 97  
inserting and removing 96  
display 35  
doesn’t look normal/flickers 246  
external monitor not working 247  
external, adjusting 55  
hot key 54  
energy saving features 127  
latch 59  
LCD 35  
properties 161  
screen is blank 245  
television, connecting 54  
video projector, connecting 54  
display panel  
with hardware 246  
opening 59  
displaying folder information 175  
disposing of used batteries 138  
DMA (Direct Memory Access) 240  
double-click 64, 66  
downloading 185  
DVD-ROM 38, 109  
launch WinDVD 187  
DVD-ROM drive 32, 98, 187  
inserting a disc 103  
problems 249  
removing a disc 107  
troubleshooting 242  
DVD-ROM/CD-RW  
launch WinDVD 187  
DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 32, 98,  
109, 187  
WinDVD 252  
Error-checking 247  
Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter  
110  
expansion memory slot 50  
cover 40  
external  
keyboard 56  
external microphone  
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connecting 188  
external monitor  
resolving 240  
headphones  
connecting 177  
not working 247  
external speakers 190  
F
FAT (File Allocation Table) 247  
fax  
setting auto-receive 83  
fax function  
enabling 83  
setting up 83  
files 143  
backing up 87, 97  
copying to diskette 97  
printing 94  
display modes 273  
saving 87, 93  
Fn key 35, 92  
assigning functions 204  
Fn-esse 203  
Stand by mode 271  
assigning keys 204  
change/remove key assignments  
207  
drag-and-drop 204  
keyboard 203  
starting 203  
using keyboard or pointing device  
205  
183  
viewing key assignments 206  
folders 143  
displaying information 175  
front panel 36  
icon 142  
function keys 35, 89  
moving to desktop 142  
naming 150  
safety 24  
H
hard disk drive  
cover 40  
imagery 74  
indicator panel  
keyboard 36  
light 38, 60  
hardware conflicts 239  
system 35, 37  
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infrared  
remote controller 195  
infrared port 28  
transferring files 177  
inserting  
CDs and DVDs 103  
main battery 137  
PC Cards 192  
installing  
main battery 136  
memory module 49  
Internal/External mode 247  
Internet 182  
hot keys 275  
diskette activity 95  
diskette drive 38  
DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive 38  
bookmarked site not found 238  
button 36  
chat rooms 184  
connecting to 183  
news groups 184  
overview 182  
slow connection 238  
URL address not found 238  
Internet Service Provider (ISP) 183  
IR remote controller 195  
IRQ (Interrupt Request) 240  
on/off 37  
system 35  
J
jacks  
headphone/S/PDIF 30  
microphone 30  
video/audio out 31  
K
keyboard 36  
adding 49  
character keys 88  
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys 89  
cursor control overlay 91  
emulating full-size 92  
external 56  
problem solving 242  
removing 52  
removing expansion slot cover 50  
memory cards  
SD 33, 194  
Fn-esse 203  
function keys 89  
memory module  
inserting 51  
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microphone jack 30  
Microsoft Internet Explorer 109  
Microsoft Support Online Web site  
238  
Microsoft Windows XP 23, 140  
minimizing 154  
modem  
PC Card  
determining COM port 178  
port 29, 110  
computer stops working 259  
problem solving 261  
resetting port to default settings  
178  
upgrading 178  
modem, using 109  
modem/LAN cover 40  
modes  
modem default 178  
not recognized 259  
problem solving 257, 258  
Hibernation 112  
Stand by 113  
video 277  
monitor  
connecting 54, 177  
not working 245  
moving the computer 85  
My Computer 144, 145  
N
network  
accessing 179  
connecting to 110  
CDs and DVDs 98  
ports  
New Connection Wizard 179  
Network Setup Wizard 110  
New Folder icon 150  
new text document 148  
next track button 35, 39, 100  
Notepad 149  
LAN 29  
modem 29  
RGB (monitor) 33  
USB 31, 33  
numeric mode light 37  
power  
O
cable 57  
cable connectors 276  
computer will not start 235  
object properties 160  
on/off light 37  
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light 37  
monitoring 133  
on/off button 34  
problem solving 243  
Power Management 215  
running on batteries 216  
power off  
video content poor 251  
does not open 250  
DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive tray  
doesn’t eject 249  
external display not working 247  
external monitor 245  
faulty memory 242  
hardware conflict 239, 240  
high-pitched noise 256  
illegal operation 234  
Internet bookmarked site not  
found 238  
keyboard produces unexpected  
disk 247  
modem not receiving or  
transmitting 261  
guidelines 84  
power usage mode 134  
powering down the computer 111  
options 111  
power-on password 61  
precautions 45  
presentations  
viewing on television set 186  
previous track button 38, 39  
primary control button 35, 64, 66  
printer  
Add Printer Wizard 80  
problem solving 260  
printing a file 94  
problem solving  
AC power 243  
accessing disk drives 235  
battery charge doesn’t last 244  
can’t access CD/DVD 249  
can’t insert diskette in drive 248  
can’t read a diskette 249  
compact discs not running  
correctly 250  
no sound 256  
non-systemdiskordiskerror 236,  
249  
computer hangs when PC Card  
inserted 259  
PC Card 257  
checklist 258  
error occurs 259  
hot swapping fails 259  
not recognized 259  
computer will not power up 235  
contacting Toshiba 263  
corrupted/damaged data files 248  
Device Manager 240  
disabling a device 241  
slots appear dead 258  
power and batteries 243  
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308  
printer 260  
program not responding 233  
program not working properly  
248  
screen does not look right/flickers  
246  
disposing of batteries 138  
system resources 239  
trouble prevention 261  
URL address not found 238  
using Startup options 237  
warning resume failure 236  
Windows won’t start 235  
Windows XP not working 236  
WinDVD error messages 252  
blank 245  
doesn’t look normal/flickers 246  
Screen Saver tab 161  
SD cards 33, 194  
programs  
closing 156  
not running correctly 248  
starting 93  
Web browsers 183  
properties 160  
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security  
recharging  
main battery 131  
RTC battery 132  
recording  
adjusting quality 189  
sounds 188  
Recovery CD 25  
Recycle Bin 163  
remaining battery power 133  
remote controller 195  
removing  
setting up  
communications 109  
computer 41, 46, 48, 49  
date and time 162  
printer 80  
CDs and DVDs 107  
main battery 136  
PC Cards 192  
resizing windows 153, 155  
Restart command 112  
RGB (monitor)  
shortcut  
creating 157  
menu 145  
port 33  
Shut down  
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using 113  
Shut down command 111  
sound  
toolbars  
.wav files 188  
problem solving 256  
speakers  
external 190  
stereo 34  
Stand by  
TOSHIBA Console 92, 208  
low battery 135  
mode 37  
Stand by command 113, 123  
Stand by mode 113  
hot key 271  
TOSHIBA MEDIA PLAYER 105,  
Start button 142  
starting a program 93  
Startup menu  
problem solving 237  
sticky key 201  
stop button 39  
Sub LCD  
programming 213  
subwoofer option 34  
support for Windows 142  
system indicator panel 35, 37  
System Restore 165  
System Setup 235  
System Tools 165  
system tray 143  
trim size 210  
Turn Off  
Turn Off methods 114  
turning off the computer 84  
T
taskbar 143, 154  
customizing 171  
telephone line  
171, 184  
uploading 185  
connecting the modem 109  
television  
URL (Uniform Resource Locator)  
171, 184  
adjusting display 55  
connecting 54  
text file 148  
USB ports 31  
USB-compatible  
keyboard  
tips on computing 87  
connecting 56  
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310  
mouse  
resizing 153, 155  
Windows Media Player 105  
choosing a default 213  
connecting 53  
using  
Bluetooth 181  
cPad and control buttons 144  
modem 109  
PC Cards 191  
SD cards 194  
utilities  
change date and time settings 162  
creating a text file 148  
Hotkey utility 207  
Power Management 215  
V
video 277  
video features  
exploring 185  
video modes 277  
table 278  
problem solving 236  
Recycle Bin 163  
removing objects 163  
155  
video projector  
adjusting display 55  
connecting 54  
video/audio out jack 31  
volume control dial 28  
volume, adjusting 191  
W
warranty  
SelectServ 26  
wav files  
advanced features 228  
recording 188  
Web address 147, 184  
Web browsers 183  
Web sites 263  
Support Online 238  
Web sites,Toshiba 264  
Wi-Fi  
controls are disabled 250  
not functioning properly 252  
performance is poor 250  
playlists 229  
slow playback 251  
starting 222  
status bar 223  
video content poor 251  
wireless networking 179  
windows  
hiding 153  
repositioning 153  
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311  
video window, maximizing 228  
wireless antenna  
indicator 33  
on-off switch 33  
wireless features  
Bluetooth 181  
Wi-Fi 180  
wireless networking 179  
Wizards  
Add Printer 80  
Network Setup 110  
New Connection Wizard 179  
World Wide Web 182  
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