Page 1 Satellite M100/M105 ® Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: Toshiba’s Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 161 in this guide.
Page 2 If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE.
Page 3 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 ®...
Page 4: Industry Canada Requirement
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: Toshiba’s Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Page 5: Telephone Company Procedures
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273.
Page 6 provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm...
Page 7: Wireless Interoperability
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 A/B/G), as defined...
Page 8: Wireless Lan And Your Health
Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment. 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.
Page 9 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. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population;...
Page 10 EU Declaration of Conformity Toshiba declares, that the product: PLU10* conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the Information: requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/ EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/ 05/EEC.
Page 11 2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.
Page 12: Device Authorization
This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. Toshiba Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916...
Page 13: Radio Approvals For Wireless Devices
The following restrictions apply: Do not disassemble or modify the device. Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only. Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer.
Page 14 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than Belgique: 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m.
Page 15 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community 5150-5250 MHz 5250-5350 MHz...
Page 16 The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point.
Page 17 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada ® Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
Page 18: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
Wireless Technology Interoperability ® Bluetooth Cards from Toshiba are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special...
Page 19: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health
Always use Bluetooth cards from Toshiba in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable computers using these cards. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
Page 20: Regulatory Statements
The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from Toshiba is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from Toshiba shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Page 21 2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.
Page 22 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. Toshiba Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916...
Page 23 Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.
Page 24 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.
Page 25 TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 26: Table Of Contents
Keeping yourself comfortable ......40 Precautions............40 Important information on your computer’s cooling fan ..........42 Setting up your computer ........43 Setting up your software........43 Registering your computer with Toshiba ....44 Adding optional external devices......45 Connecting to a power source ........46 Charging the main battery........49...
Page 27 Contents Using the computer for the first time ......50 Opening the display panel .........50 Your computer’s features and specifications ..51 Turning on the power........51 Adding memory (optional) ........52 Installing a memory module ......53 Removing a memory module......58 ™ Using the TouchPad ..........60 ™...
Page 28 Removing a disc with the computer on...100 Removing a disc with the computer off ..101 Caring for CD or DVD Discs ......101 Toshiba’s online resources ........102 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing..........103 Toshiba’s energy-saver design......103 Running the computer on battery power ....103 Battery Notice ..........104...
Page 29 Contents Charging batteries..........106 Charging the main battery.......106 Charging the RTC battery........107 Monitoring main battery power......108 Determining remaining main battery power ..110 What to do when the main battery runs low ...111 Setting battery alarms........112 Conserving battery power .......112 Power Profiles ..........113 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile mode............114 Changing the main battery ........115...
Page 30 Using external speakers or headphones..136 Using PC Cards.............137 Inserting a PC Card .........137 Removing a PC Card ........138 Setting up a PC Card for your computer ..139 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities............. 140 Toshiba Assist ............141 Connect............141 Secure.............141 Protect & Fix ...........142 Optimize............142...
Page 31 Preset Power Profiles ........154 Quickly creating a new power profile ....154 Customizing a power profile ......154 Mouse Utility............155 Toshiba HW Setup ..........156 Toshiba Zooming Utility ........157 Toshiba Button Controls ........158 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ......159 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ........161 Problems that are easy to fix ........161...
Page 32 DVD operating problems........191 Develop good computing habits ......193 Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP ..........195 If you need further assistance.......201 Before you contact Toshiba ......201 Contacting Toshiba .........202 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites......203 Toshiba’s worldwide offices........204 Appendix A: Hot Keys..............206 Volume Mute ............206...
Page 33 Contents ConfigFree Utilities..........219 Connectivity Doctor ........219 Search for Wireless Devices ......222 Profile Settings ..........227 ConfigFree SUMMIT........231 Quick Connect..........235 Using the Automatic Switch........238 Semi-Automatic Switch Feature ......239 Glossary..................241 Index..................256...
Page 34: Introduction
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you ® Certain Microsoft software product(s) included with this NOTE computer may use technological measures for copy protection.
Page 35: This Guide
Toshiba’s Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Page 36: Safety Icons
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed 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 icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not...
Page 37: Other Icons Used
Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: An electronic version of the user’s guide May contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 38: Service Options
To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 161.
Page 39: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.
Page 40: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity Liquids and corrosive chemicals Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort that shipped with your computer contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day.
Page 41 Getting Started Selecting a place to work If you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Continuous operation for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck, or other part of the body. If pain persists despite rest, consult your doctor.
Page 42: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files. 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 damage the disc and possibly lose data.
Page 43: Setting Up Your Computer
Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including “Setting up your software” on page 43 before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
Page 44: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba
If you opt not to register at that time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.
Page 45: Adding Optional External Devices
Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See “Setting up your software” on page After starting your computer for the first time you may want Add more memory (see “Adding memory (optional)”...
Page 46: Connecting To A Power Source
As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adaptor that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba-recommended alternate models to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Page 47 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect AC power to the computer: Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 48 Getting Started Connecting to a power source The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue. Never tamper with the cord/cable or plug; never splice or alter a cord/cable; never bend or twist a cord/cable; never place heavy objects on a cord/cable; never place a cord/cable near a heat source;...
Page 49: Charging The Main Battery
Getting Started Charging the main battery NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack.
Page 50: Using The Computer For The First Time
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the NOTE applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.
Page 51: Your Computer's Features And Specifications
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
Page 52: Adding Memory (Optional)
Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process...
Page 53: Installing A Memory Module
Installing a memory module The main memory module is under your notebook’s keyboard and should only be accessed by a Toshiba authorized service provider. An additional memory module can be installed in the memory module slot on the base of the computer. You will need a standard Phillips No.
Page 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. Click Start, and then click Turn off or Shut Down, depending on the system (for more information, see “Turn Off or Shut Down” on page 69).
Page 55 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Using a small Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory module slot cover. Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover Remove the memory slot cover. Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later.
Page 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer. If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by NOTE performing steps 2-3 of “Removing a memory module” on page Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connector.
Page 57 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) When the module’s connector is fully inserted into the socket, gently press down on the memory module connector until the latches “snap” into place. Check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up squarely with the socket latches.
Page 58: Removing A Memory Module
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw. Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see “Inserting a charged battery” on page 117. Turn the computer right-side up. Reconnect the cables.
Page 59 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the memory module. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost.
Page 60: Using The Touchpad
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see “Inserting a charged battery” on page 117. Turn the computer right side up. Reconnect the cables. Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work.
Page 61: Scrolling With The Touchpad
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide your finger across the TouchPad from left to right. To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to left. Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display NOTE screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means...
Page 62: Disabling Or Enabling The Touchpad
Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Disabling or enabling the TouchPad The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the enable/ disable TouchPad setting: Click Start, and then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Click Printers and Other Hardware. Click the Mouse icon.
Page 63: Using External Display Devices
Getting Started Using external display devices You can also use a hot key to disable or enable the TouchPad. See “Disabling or enabling the TouchPad” on page 213. Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the available video ports: An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor)
Page 64: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Getting Started Using external display devices Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have 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 display hot key ( Press simultaneously.
Page 65: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Using a mouse If you prefer to use a standard mouse, you can attach a USB mouse to a USB port on your computer. See your Toshiba sales representative for more information. After logging on to your system, the mouse cursor may move NOTE to the upper-right side of the screen.
Page 66: Connecting A Printer
Getting Started Connecting a printer Connecting a printer Your printer documentation may require you to install the NOTE printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.
Page 67: Setting Up A Printer
Getting Started Connecting a printer Setting up a printer Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to NOTE your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for the first time.
Page 68: Connecting An Optional External Disk Drive
Getting Started Connecting an optional external disk drive Connecting an optional external disk drive Some operations, such as creating a password service disk, require a disk drive designed for use with 3.5-inch disks. (Sample Illustration) Optional external USB disk drive To connect an optional external USB disk drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports.
Page 69: Options For Turning Off The Computer
Getting Started Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn 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.
Page 70: Hibernation Mode
Getting Started Turning off the computer Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are retained indefinitely.
Page 71: Using The Turn Off Computer Or Shut Down Commands
Getting Started Turning off the computer The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your hard disk. You should save your work before putting your computer on Standby. Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer or using Hibernation mode.
Page 72 You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button. To use this method, you first need to activate it using Toshiba’s Power Management utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Management icon.
Page 73 Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when you close the display panel. Click Apply. Click OK. For more information about the Power Management utility, see NOTE “Toshiba Power Management” on page 152.
Page 74: Using And Configuring Hibernation Mode
Hibernation mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Management utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance.
Page 75 Getting Started Turning off the computer Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Select Hibernation for the options you want. When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button.
Page 76: Using And Configuring Standby Mode
Standby mode. To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Management utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Management icon. Click the Setup Action tab.
Page 77: Closing The Display Panel
Click Apply. Click OK. For more information about the Power Management utility, see NOTE “Toshiba Power Management” on page 152. Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the Standby options set.
Page 78: Caring For Your Computer
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 computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 79 Getting Started Caring for your computer (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: Wrap 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.
Page 80: Chapter 2: Learning The Basics
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved.
Page 81 Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off computer command or Stand By command. See “Toshiba’s online resources” on page 102 to learn more about Standby. The Windows ®...
Page 82: Using The Keyboard
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control ® keys, function keys, and special Windows keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page.
Page 83: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard has only one and one key. Enter Ctrl Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl keys, or to the regular and numeric pad keys on Enter the full-sized keyboard.
Page 84: Windows Special Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Windows special keys Windows key Application key (Sample Illustration) Windows special keys Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: Windows key—Opens the Start menu Application key—Has the same function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of...
Page 85: Using The Overlay To Type Numeric Data
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, press simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.
Page 86: Starting A Program
Learning the Basics Starting a program For uppercase letters, hold down both while Shift you type the letters. To use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on: Hold down while you use the numeric overlay keys. Shift To return to the cursor control overlay, release Shift...
Page 87: Starting A Program From The Start Menu
Learning the Basics Starting a program Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, ®...
Page 88: Starting A Program From The Run Dialog Box
Learning the Basics Starting a program In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double- click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. ® Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder.
Page 89: Saving Your Work
Learning the Basics Saving your work In the Run dialog box: If you know the program’s location, type the ® command line. For a program in the Windows folder, type just the program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\Windows NT\Accessories\Wordpad.exe, then click OK.
Page 90: Saving Files
Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files ® On the File menu of your Windows program, click Save. If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box.
Page 91: Printing Your Work
Learning the Basics Printing your work File names ® The Windows operating system supports long file names which can contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % &...
Page 92: Backing Up Your Work
Learning the Basics Backing up your work To print a file: If your printer is not on, turn it on now. ® Open the File menu of your Windows program and click Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box Specify the print parameters.
Page 93: Restoring Your Work
Learning the Basics Using the Optical drive HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive. Small files can be backed up on disks if an optional external disk drive is available.
Page 94: Optical Drive Components
Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes. For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you NOTE play DVDs while running the computer on AC power.
Page 95: Inserting A Compact Disc
Learning the Basics Using the Optical drive Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the Drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it.
Page 96 Learning the Basics Using the Optical drive Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Caring for CD or DVD Discs”...
Page 97: Playing An Audio Cd
If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place.
Page 98 Learning the Basics Using the Optical drive Stop button Play/pause button (Sample Image) Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button. To stop the CD, click the Stop button.
Page 99: Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
Learning the Basics Using the Optical drive Playing CDs using Auto-Run If you insert a CD into the optical drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the CD manually. To do this, follow these steps: Click Start, and then click My Computer.
Page 100: Removing A Disc With The Computer On
PCs or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba PC or optical drive. Please refer to your PC's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities.
Page 101: Removing A Disc With The Computer Off
Learning the Basics Using the Optical drive Removing a disc with the computer off Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button.
Page 102: Toshiba's Online Resources
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources 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”...
Page 103: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. Toshiba recommends 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.
Page 104: Battery Notice
Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power.
Page 105: Power Management
Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba’s Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional second battery (not included with your computer).
Page 106: Charging Batteries
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 accessories.toshiba.com. Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, NOTE power management settings, and features used.
Page 107: Charging The Rtc Battery
Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, Toshiba recommends 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.
Page 108: Monitoring Main Battery Power
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 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 the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours.
Page 109 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor. If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, NOTE either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply.
Page 110: Determining Remaining Main Battery Power
Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then click Toshiba Power Management. The Toshiba Power Management Properties window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Power Management Properties The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box.
Page 111: What To Do When The Main Battery Runs Low
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 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.
Page 112: Setting Battery Alarms
Standby mode or Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the alarm goes off. To change the default alarm settings: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then click Toshiba Power Management. The Toshiba Power Management Properties window appears.
Page 113: Power Profiles
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs.
Page 114: Using A Hot Key To Set The Power Profile Mode
The Power Profile options are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life. Release the key. The pop-up window disappears. You are now in the selected mode. For more information on setting the Power Profile mode, see “Toshiba Power Management” on page 152.
Page 115: Changing The Main Battery
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could also damage the battery pack. Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration, or pressure.
Page 116 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Slide the battery lock to unlock the battery release latch. (Sample Illustration) Releasing the battery lock Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately.
Page 117: Inserting A Charged Battery
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks.
Page 118: Safety Precautions
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 the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries.
Page 119: Maximizing Battery Life
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below: Turn off the computer’s power.
Page 120: Disposing Of Used Batteries
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery.
Page 121: Traveling Tips
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 cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information.
Page 122: Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in ® the Windows operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Page 123: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons Taskbar System tray Start button ® (Sample Image) Windows operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Page 124: Start Button
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Recycle Bin — Holds files you have deleted. You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a file from a disk, it does not go into the Recycle Bin.
Page 125: Setting Up For Communications
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications 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 to quickly switch between the programs or windows.
Page 126: Determining The Com Port
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications There are many other ways to connect to the Internet in NOTE addition to those discussed in this section. For troubleshooting information related to this topic, see “Modem problems” on page 186 “Wireless networking problems”...
Page 127: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
(LAN) or larger corporate wide area network (WAN) For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator. Send a fax directly from your computer For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 128 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications To connect the modem to a phone line: Plug one end of a telephone cable (purchased separately) into the modem port on the back of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack.
Page 129: Connecting Your Computer To A Network
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication ports. Accessing a network To access a network: At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer.
Page 130 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications To disable the LAN port: Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the System icon, the Hardware tab, and then click the Device Manager button. Select the appropriate network adapter. Click Actions.
Page 131: An Overview Of Using The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet To use your wireless communication, slide the wireless on/off switch to the On position. NOTE When the Wi-Fi antenna switch is on, the wireless indicator light will be lit. ® For help with common Wi-Fi networking problems, see “Wireless networking problems”...
Page 132: The World Wide Web
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet The World Wide Web The World Wide Web (or “Web”) is a subset of the Internet — a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP).
Page 133: Surfing The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect to the Internet. Connect your computer’s modem to a telephone line. For more information on connecting a modem, see “Connecting the modem to a telephone line”...
Page 134: Internet Features
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet 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.
Page 135: Exploring Audio Features
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features 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 may record sounds as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack.
Page 136: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Speak normally into the microphone. When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. You can only record 60 seconds at a time. NOTE To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button.
Page 137: Using Pc Cards
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards To adjust the volume: For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker. For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial. Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down.
Page 138: Removing A Pc Card
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards Insert the PC Card. (Sample Illustration) Inserting a PC Card When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do not force the card into position. Removing a PC Card Prepare the card for removal by right-clicking on the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting...
Page 139: Setting Up A Pc Card For Your Computer
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online help.
Page 140: Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to determine certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. This chapter describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba: Toshiba Assist Supervisor password User password PC Diagnostic Tool Utility Fn-esse®...
Page 141: Toshiba Assist
The Toshiba Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access Toshiba Assist, do one of the following: Double-click the Toshiba Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click Toshiba Assist.
Page 142: Protect & Fix
When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: An instant password—Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily (the user password supports this function).
Page 143: Using An Instant Password
A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options. Setting a supervisor password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it.
Page 144 Toshiba Utilities Using a supervisor password To register a password for the power-on password functions: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Assist window appears. On the left side, select Secure. (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist Security window Select the Supervisor Password icon.
Page 145: Deleting A Supervisor Password
Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the computer.
Page 146: Disabling A User Password
Retype your password in the Password again box. Click OK. Disabling a user password To cancel the power-on password function: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click Toshiba Assist. The Toshiba Assist window appears. On the left side, select Secure.
Page 147: Fn-Esse
Click Start Diagnostics when you are ready to begin the tests. ® Fn-esse Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from ® within any Windows program without using the Start menu.
Page 148: Starting Fn-Esse
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. ® Starting Fn-esse Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click Fn-esse, or double-click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist.
Page 149: Using Drag-And-Drop To Assign A Key
Toshiba Utilities ® Fn-esse There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document: Using drag-and-drop Using the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag-and-drop. Using drag-and-drop to assign a key To assign a key to open a program or document: ®...
Page 150: Using The Keyboard Or Pointing Device To Assign A Key
Toshiba Utilities ® Fn-esse Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key To assign a key to open a program or document: Start Fn-esse. Using the pointing device, move the cursor over the desired key in the Fn-esse window and press the secondary button.
Page 151: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Toshiba Utilities ® Fn-esse Making a pop-up assignment Select Popup to display the Application Explorer dialog box. Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the All Programs menu. The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder.
Page 152: Toshiba Hotkey Utility
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hotkey Utility To remove the key assignment, click Clear. Toshiba Hotkey Utility The Toshiba Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [ ] and Hibernation [ Fn+F3...
Page 153 (Sample Image) Toshiba Power Management Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the Toshiba Power Management Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power, as well as the estimated battery life for each power profile mode.
Page 154: Preset Power Profiles
Normal DVD Playback Presentation Long Life These profiles cannot be deleted. Toshiba does not recommend to change the settings of these profiles. If you need a custom profile, create a new profile with the properties you require. The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power.
Page 155: Mouse Utility
Toshiba Utilities Mouse Utility Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your pointing device or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility: Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Mouse, or double-click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist.
Page 156: Toshiba Hw Setup
Windows. To access it, click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, and then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. You can also access it from the Toshiba Assist screen by clicking Optimize on the left side, and then double-clicking Toshiba Hardware Settings.
Page 157: Toshiba Zooming Utility
Windows Media Player ® ® Adobe Reader Icons on the desktop To access the Zooming utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click Toshiba Zooming Utility, or double-click the Zooming Utility icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist.
Page 158: Toshiba Button Controls
To zoom in, hold down the key and press ; to zoom out, hold down the key and press For more information about how to use the Toshiba Zooming utility, right-click the icon in the taskbar and then click Help. Toshiba Button Controls The Toshiba Button Controls allow you to customize the Toshiba Assist and Toshiba Presentation buttons.
Page 159: Cd/Dvd Drive Acoustic Silencer
Toshiba Utilities CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer The Toshiba Controls Properties window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Button Controls screen Select the button whose function is to be customized. Make the desired selections. Click Apply, then click OK. CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer This utility can slow the speed of your optical drive to make it run more quietly.
Page 160 Toshiba Utilities CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer (Sample Image) CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen To access the utility: Double-click the icon in the task tray, or double-click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of Toshiba Assist. The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears.
Page 161: Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
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.
Page 162 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. Select the program you want to close, then click End Task.
Page 163: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer To record the details: 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. Press simultaneously to copy the text to the Ctrl...
Page 164 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens. Verify that the active program accepts text input. Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing again.
Page 165: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours. For more information see “Charging batteries” on page 106. The computer displays the message.
Page 166: Using Startup Options To Fix Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 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.
Page 167: Internet Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working 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, telephone line conditions, time of day (when everyone else is surfing, your access can be slow) and popularity of the sites you are trying to access.
Page 168: Resolving A Hardware Conflict
Resolving a hardware conflict You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using ®...
Page 169: Resolving Hardware Conflicts On Your Own
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer’s memory to store information as it works.
Page 170: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you install an older (legacy) device that the operating system cannot recognize, the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it. As a result, a hardware conflict can occur. Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer.
Page 171 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Disabling a device Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Administrative Tools icon. Double-click Computer Management, then click Device Manager. Select the specific device from the device category. To expand a device category, double-click the category.
Page 172: Memory Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They may include: The General tab, which provides basic information about the device. The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external disk drive, and other power-using functions.
Page 173: Power And The Batteries
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Check for the error again. 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.
Page 174 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The 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. “Removing the battery from the computer” on page 115.
Page 175: Keyboard Problems
This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information.
Page 176: Display Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard. You may have plugged the external keyboard in while the computer was turned on. Click Start, Shut Down or Turn off computer, and then click Restart the computer using the TouchPad on the internal keyboard.
Page 177 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. Press simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built-in screen. The screen does not look right. You can change the display settings by right-clicking (clicking the secondary button) in a blank area of the desktop, and then clicking Properties.
Page 178: Disk Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Click the Settings tab. Adjust the screen resolution and/or color quality. Click OK. 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.
Page 179 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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: Click Start, and then click My Computer. Right-click the drive you want to check.
Page 180 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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.
Page 181: Optical Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Optical drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the tray which holds the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM is closed properly. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the tray and remove the disc. Make sure the tray is clean.
Page 182: Sound System Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check the type of disc you are using. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVD- ROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (read- only), and CD-RW (read-only).
Page 183 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply.
Page 184 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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: Click Start.
Page 185: Printer Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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. Remove the card from the slot. Never swap modules when the computer is in Hibernation or Standby mode.
Page 186: Modem Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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 a printer”...
Page 187: Wireless Networking Problems
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to someone else. For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com Wireless networking problems This section provides general troubleshooting tips for NOTE networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi) networking.
Page 188 To determine if your computer has an internal Wi-Fi adapter, NOTE check the device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows Control Panel). Some Toshiba models may have a Wi-Fi antenna switch even though they do not have an internal Wi-Fi adapter.
Page 189 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Click OK, then click Close. Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful IP address—one other than the private address of 169.254.xxx.xxx assigned by Windows. Click Start, then click Run...
Page 190 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Special considerations for Windows XP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption is not enabled on the wireless access point. When you install a wireless access point device, Windows XP checks whether WEP encryption is enabled on the device. If it is not enabled, Windows XP adds the device to its list of available wireless networks, but does not create a wireless connection using the device, since the connection would not...
Page 191: Dvd Operating Problems
Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop. The optical drive should appear in the list. “Checking device properties” on page 171 instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drive and their operation.
Page 192 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Disable the Shut off Monitor feature in the Display Properties using the following steps: Right-click (click the secondary button) in a blank area of the desktop, and then select Properties.
Page 193: Develop Good Computing Habits
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Click Disable Display Stretch Feature. Click OK. The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title. If the screen saver is enabled, it runs on top of any movie or title you are watching.
Page 194 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: Copy files to disk. Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape.
Page 195: Data And System Configuration Backup In Windows Xp
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP Windows XP offers some easy-to-use features for backing up your Windows settings and your data – documents and other important files. Take advantage of these features to protect yourself from much more difficult and time-consuming restoration procedures, and to safeguard your valuable data from loss.
Page 196 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Then, at a later time, you can re-establish your Windows configuration using the saved Restore Point. To do this: Click Start, and then click Help and Support. Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer with System Restore.
Page 197 CDs, a relatively high-capacity storage media. No additional software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or ‘burn’) as well as read from CDs.
Page 198 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits NOTE Documents and other data files that you create as you work are typically stored in the My Documents folder. You may also wish to back up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: E-mail files and settings—for Outlook, Outlook Express, or other e-mail apps.
Page 199 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer and other Web browsers Follow these steps to back up your Favorites for Internet Explorer (ver 5.0 or newer): In Internet Explorer, click File, and then Import and Export. The Import/Export Wizard will appear.
Page 200 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help insure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser).
Page 201: If You Need Further Assistance
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 you contact Toshiba: Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation.
Page 202: Contacting Toshiba
GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba...
Page 203: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com...
Page 204: Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
20041, Agrate Brianza Japan Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Mexico Toshiba America Information Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Systems Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso 9740 Irvine Blvd. Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. Irvine, California 92618 CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
Page 205 Spain United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Systems, Inc. Hammfelddamm 8 9740 Irvine Boulevard D-4-1460 Neuss Irvine, California 92618 Germany United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.
Page 206: Appendix A: Hot Keys
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.
Page 207: Password Security
Hot Keys Password security Password security 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’s content reappear, if no password is set for the current user.
Page 208: Maintaining Security When The Battery Is Not Fully Charged
Hot Keys Password security Click the On resume, password protected check box. Click OK. Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged (even if the computer is operating on AC power) your display may reappear automatically after a short time.
Page 209: Power Profile Mode
Full Power High Power Normal DVD Playback Presentation Long Life (Sample Image) Power profile modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, “Toshiba Power Management” on page 152.
Page 210: Standby Mode
Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode This hot key places the computer into Standby mode. A message box displays by default to confirm that the computer is entering Standby mode. You can choose not to display this message box. (Sample Image) Standby confirmation box For more information about Standby mode, please see “Standby mode”...
Page 211: Hibernation Mode
Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box.
Page 212: Display Modes
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: Built-in display only Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Built-in display and TV TV only (Sample Image) 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...
Page 213: Disabling Or Enabling The Touchpad
This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom- out. For more information, see “Toshiba Zooming Utility” on page 157. This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see “Toshiba Zooming Util- ity” on page 157.
Page 214: Keyboard Hot Keys
Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys This hot key informs you when the Wireless antenna on-off switch is in the off position. (No message appears when the Wi-Fi antenna on-off switch is in the on position.) This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off.
Page 215: Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved BS approved Australia...
Page 216: Appendix C: Using Configfree
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks.
Page 217: Getting Started
Starting ConfigFree To start ConfigFree, be sure the computer has a wired or wireless connection. Then perform any of the following steps: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then click ConfigFree. Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. Click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar, and then click the desired utility.
Page 218 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop. You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities. SUMMIT...
Page 219: Configfree Utilities
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
Page 220 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address.
Page 221 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem. A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location.
Page 222: Search For Wireless Devices
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless ® LAN and Bluetooth devices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays information about them on a virtual map.
Page 223 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Viewing Wi-Fi devices Creating a new wireless connection This feature is only supported on systems running Windows NOTE XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher.
Page 224 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Dragging a device to the Access Point (Sample Image) Wireless settings screen Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection...
Page 225 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a detected device wireless connection ® The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices option. Moving the mouse cursor over a device icon displays information about the device.
Page 226 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ® (Sample Image) Dragging the file to the Bluetooth device icon To be prompted for the device: Drag and drop the file to the Bluetooth radar icon on the ConfigFree Launcher. ®...
Page 227: Profile Settings
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ® (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth Devices option Choose a file recipient. Click Send. During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the NOTE selected device will occur automatically. ® Disconnecting from a Bluetooth device ®...
Page 228 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If you visit a client company occasionally, for example, you can set up a profile to match that environment and connect to the network. Similarly, users who access networks in the office and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments.
Page 229 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Enter any optional comments, if desired. Click Change Icon and select an icon for this profile. Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more capture options. Under Captured Items, select the items you want to capture for this profile.
Page 230 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Expanded Add Profile screen The online help provides real-world examples of setting up NOTE profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary.
Page 231: Configfree Summit
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers at home and at work. This utility is faster and more dependable than sending the files via email.
Page 232 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users attending the meeting. To share a file with one user, drag and drop the file on the user’s icon.
Page 233 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Sharing a file with one user To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as desired.
Page 234 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Participating users must be connected by LAN, wireless LAN, NOTE or Bluetooth (PAN). Firewall software may prevent ConfigFree SUMMIT from working. Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: Click the icon in the system tray.
Page 235: Quick Connect
(DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and re-...
Page 236 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: Click the icon in the system tray. Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Settings. The Quick Connect properties dialog box appears.
Page 237 The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect function was started: If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed. If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the ConfigFree tray menu (this disconnects the wireless LAN connection).
Page 238: Using The Automatic Switch
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch (Sample Image) Using the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on.
Page 239: Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature Check Enable Wireless when cable disconnect occurs. Click OK. If your computer is connected to multiple wireless LAN NOTE devices, the Auto Switch (SSID) feature is disabled. To enable this feature, only one wireless LAN device can be used.
Page 240 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature Check Automatically switch profile when connected to this SSID. Click OK. The computer is now configured to use the Semi-Automatic Switch feature. When the computer connects to an SSID in a profile, a display notification window appears.
Page 241: Glossary
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms These acronyms may appear in this user’s guide. alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bits per second compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS...
Page 242 Glossary direct current DDRAM double data random access memory direct memory access DIMM dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory...
Page 243 Glossary Personal Computer Memory Card International PCMCIA Association random access memory radio frequency interference read-only memory real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network...
Page 244 Glossary 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). application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type.
Page 245 Glossary bus speed — The speed at which the central processing unit (CPU) communicates with the other parts of the computer. 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.
Page 246 Glossary 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.
Page 247 Glossary 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 —...
Page 248 Glossary DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM. emulation — A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program.
Page 249 — The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including 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.
Page 250 Glossary icon — A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. 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.
Page 251 Glossary 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. memory —...
Page 252 Glossary 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.
Page 253 Glossary 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 —...
Page 254 , generally a drive letter followed by a “greater than” sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. Toshiba tablet pen— The writing instrument used with the tablet. It is stored on the right side of the computer. TFT display — See active-matrix display.
Page 255 Glossary — 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. Web — See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi — A registered trademarked term by the Wi-Fi Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components.
Page 256: Index
209 accessories real-time clock (RTC) 105 memory 52 removing 115 adding memory 52 BIOS Setup adjusting recording quality 136 see Toshiba Hardware Setup Alt keys 83 button audio power 52 .wav files 135 start 124 audio features 135...
Page 257 Index IRQ 169 keyboard 65 character keys 82 mouse 65 charging the main battery 49 Disk Defragmenter 179 checking device properties 171 disk drive click 61 cannot insert a disk 180 communications cannot read a disk 180 network connection 129 connecting 68 system resources 169 corrupted/damaged data files 180...
Page 258 Index operation 162 headphones warning resume failure 164 using 136 Error-checking 179 Help and Support Ethernet LAN port 129 Windows 167 expansion memory slot 55 Hibernation mode 70 exploring the desktop 122 configuring 74 external starting again from 75 monitor hot key not working 178 display brightness 212...
Page 259 Index slow connection 167 adding 52 surfing 133 problem solving 172 uploading and downloading files removing expansion slot cover 55 memory module URL address not found 167 inserting 56 Internet Explorer icon 124 installation 53 Internet Service Providers 132 removing 59 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 169 microphone 135 ISPs 132...
Page 260 PC Card removing 138 inserted 184 setting up 139 computer will not power up 163 Plug and Play 169 contacting Toshiba 201 port corrupted/damaged data files 180 COM 126 Device Manager 170 Ethernet LAN 129 disabling a device 171...
Page 261 Index transmitting 186 main battery 115 no sound 182 RJ-11 jack 128 non-system disk or disk error Run dialog box 88 running the computer on battery power PC Card 182 checklist 183 error occurs 185 hot swapping fails 184 safety not recognized 185 computer 121 slot appears dead 184...
Page 262 Windows Start menu 87 registering computer 44 wireless interoperability 7 worldwide offices 204 wireless networking 130 Toshiba Assist 141 Wizards Toshiba Button Controls 158 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 129 Toshiba online resources 102 Toshiba utilities 140 traveling tips 121 troubleshooting DVD player...

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