Page 1: The System
This information is listed on the Quick Start Card at the top of the box. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immedi- ately. For additional help, contact Toshiba as described in “If You Need Further Assistance” on page 296.
Page 2: Select A Place To Work
Select a Place To Work Select a Place To Work The Satellite 200 Series is a portable computer, designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations. However, by giv- ing some thought to your work environment, you can protect the computer and make your work hours more comfortable.
Page 3: Keep Yourself Comfortable
Finding Your Way around the System Select a Place To Work Keep Yourself Comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers. However, with a little care and proper use of the equipment, you can work comfortably throughout the day.
Page 4: Seating And Posture
Finding Your Way around the System Select a Place To Work Seating and Posture Proper seating is one of the primary factors in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair. Whichever type you choose, refer to the fol- lowing guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.
Page 5: Arms And Wrists
Finding Your Way around the System Select a Place To Work Lighting Proper lighting can improve the legibility of the display and reduce eye strain. Position the display panel so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.
Page 6: Find Out Where Everything's Located
Finding Your Way around the System Find Out Where Everything's Located Find Out Where Everything's Located If you've never used a notebook computer before, you're probably wondering how an entire computer can fit into so small a case. The next few pages take you on a guided tour of the computer and its components.
Page 7: The Left Side
Finding Your Way around the System Find Out Where Everything's Located The Left Side Line-in jack Microphone jack Security lock slot Power button Serial port Diskette drive port Port cover Reset button PC card slot The left side The port cover protects the serial port and diskette drive port. The serial port lets you connect a serial mouse, printer or other serial device.
Page 8 Finding Your Way around the System Find Out Where Everything's Located The Back NoteDock port CPU Fan PS/2 port Infrared port Monitor port Parallel port Power socket The back The PS/2 port provides access to an optional external PS/2-com- patible mouse or keyboard. For more information, see “Using an External Keyboard”...
Page 9: The Right Side
Finding Your Way around the System Find Out Where Everything's Located The serial infrared port allows cableless communication with a computer, printer or other device that has an infrared port. For information about using the infrared port, see “Transferring Files to Another Computer”...
Page 10: The Underside
Finding Your Way around the System Find Out Where Everything's Located The eject hole provides a way for you open the CD-ROM drive when the computer’s power is off. If you left a compact disc inside and have already turned the power off, insert a large straightened paper clip in this slot to release the catch and open the drive.
Page 11: The Front With The Display Open
Finding Your Way around the System Find Out Where Everything's Located The Front with the Display Open Display hinges Screen Microphone AccuPoint Indicator panel Keyboard Palm rest AccuPoint buttons The front with the display open The computer's screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images.
Page 12: The Indicator Panel
Finding Your Way around the System Find Out Where Everything's Located The AccuPoint buttons work with the AccuPoint. The larger (pri- mary) button acts as the left button on a mouse. The smaller (sec- ondary) button acts as the right mouse button. For more information, see “Using the AccuPoint Pointing Device”...
Page 13 Finding Your Way around the System Find Out Where Everything's Located The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on. When the overlay is on, pressing an overlay key displays the white number printed on the right front of the key instead of the letter printed on the top of the key.
Page 14: Connect To A Power Source
Connect to a Power Source Connecting the computer to a power source provides power to run the computer and charge the battery. Since the Satellite 200 Series computer has a built-in battery and AC adapter, all you require is a power cord.
Page 15: Adding Memory (Optional)
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Adding Memory (Optional) To connect your computer to a power source, follow these steps: Power socket Power cable Connecting the power cable to the computer 1 Connect the power cable to the power socket on the back of the computer.
Page 16: Sizes Of Memory Modules
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Adding Memory (Optional) Sizes of Memory Modules Additional memory is easy to install. Memory modules, available from your dealer, come in the following sizes: Memory Module Size Total Memory in System No module installed 8 MB 8 MB 16 MB...
Page 17 Let's Start at the Very Beginning Adding Memory (Optional) If you’re installing additional memory before using the com- puter, you haven’t connected any cables yet. 5 Turn the computer upside down. Screws The memory slot cover 6 Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws that secure the memory slot cover.
Page 18 Let's Start at the Very Beginning Adding Memory (Optional) Screws Removing the screws 8 Remove the two screws from the memory slot. Inserting the memory module 9 Carefully place the module in the slot. Line up the connec- tor on the module directly above the connector in the com- puter.
Page 19: Removing A Memory Module
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Adding Memory (Optional) 14 Turn the computer over. When you turn your computer on, it recognizes the additional memory automatically. Removing a Memory Module If you ever need to remove the memory module: 1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in the previous section to open the memory slot and remove the screws that secure the card.
Page 20: Connecting The External Diskette Drive
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Connecting the External Diskette Drive Connecting the External Diskette Drive The computer’s 3.5-inch diskette drive is useful for installing soft- ware on the hard disk, exchanging information with other systems, and making backup copies of the files stored on the hard disk. Your computer uses an external diskette drive mounted in an exter- nal chassis.
Page 21 Let's Start at the Very Beginning Connecting the External Diskette Drive Attaching the External Diskette Drive To attach the external diskette drive to the computer, follow these steps: Port cover Opening the port cover 1 Open the port cover on the left side of the computer. Drive port Cable Attaching the external diskette drive...
Page 22: Disconnecting The External Diskette Drive
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Inserting and Removing Diskettes Disconnecting the External Diskette Drive Cable connector button Disconnecting the external diskette drive To detach the external diskette drive from the computer, press the cable connector buttons (on each side of the cable connector) and gently pull the connector out of the external diskette drive port.
Page 23: Connecting A Parallel Printer
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Connecting a Parallel Printer The previous illustration shows the correct insertion procedure. Make sure your fingers are touching the label and that the protec- tive cover points toward the diskette drive. When the diskette is almost completely in the drive, you will feel a slight resistance.
Page 24 Let's Start at the Very Beginning Connecting a Parallel Printer To the computer To the printer Identifying the ends of the printer cable 3 With the printer off, connect the printer cable to your printer. If you’re unsure how to do this, your printer’s documentation will tell you.
Page 25: Open The Display
Take a few minutes now to fill in and mail your product registra- tion card. The card was on the keyboard of your computer when you first opened the display panel. Sending in your product regis- tration card lets Toshiba keep you up to date with information about new products and upgrades.
Page 26: Turn The Computer On
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Turn the Computer On Registering your computer also extends your Toshiba warranty world-wide at no charge to you. See the registration card and war- ranty information for details about the warranty options available from Toshiba.
Page 27: Using The Accupoint Pointing Device
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using the AccuPoint Pointing Device Using the AccuPoint Pointing Device The computer's AccuPoint pointing device enables you to move the cursor and to select items on the screen. If you're familiar with desktop computers, you may have used a mouse or trackball for this purpose.
Page 28: When You Turn The Computer On The First Time
Let's Start at the Very Beginning When You Turn the Computer on the First Time When You Turn the Computer on the First Time The first time you turn the computer on, it displays several mes- sages and leads you through four welcome screens. Read each welcome screen carefully, then press .
Page 29 Let's Start at the Very Beginning When You Turn the Computer on the First Time 5 Read the license information, then click Next. Setup displays the License Agreement screen. 6 Read the license agreement. If you agree to the terms, click the button next to “I accept the agreement”...
Page 30 Let's Start at the Very Beginning When You Turn the Computer on the First Time Setup displays the Finishing Setup screen, prompting you to restart your computer. 10 Click Finish to restart the computer. The computer restarts and loads the operating system you selected.
Page 31: Finish The Windows 95 Setup Procedure
Windows 95 only. In Win- dows for Workgroups, start these programs by double-clicking their icons in the Toshiba Utilities group in Program Manager. Once started, these programs function in Windows for Work- groups much the same as they do in Windows 95.
Page 32 Let's Start at the Very Beginning When You Turn the Computer on the First Time click Cancel now and see “Setting Up Windows 95 to Work with Your Printer” on page 87 when you’re ready to connect it. To set up Windows 95 to work with your printer now, follow these steps: 1 When Windows 95 opens the Printers dialog box, scroll through the lists of manufacturers and printers until you...
Page 33 Let's Start at the Very Beginning When You Turn the Computer on the First Time Create Windows 95 Diskettes The Microsoft Create System Disks program creates program dis- kettes for the Windows 95 operating system. To run this program, click Next when prompted during the initial startup procedure. If you don’t want to take the time to make these diskettes now, click Cancel.
Page 34: Create Master Diskettes Or Purchase The Cd-Rom
Buy blank diskettes and run Toshiba’s Master Disk Creator program. Purchase the Toshiba drivers and utilities on CD-ROM from Toshiba, using the order form that came with your computer. If you chose Windows for Workgroups, use Master Disk Creator to make its program diskettes.
Page 35: Running Microsoft Create System Disks
You must use program diskettes created with Create System Disks to reinstall Windows 95, and either the diskettes created with Master Disk Creator or the CD-ROM you purchased from Toshiba to reinstall other pre-installed programs. To run these programs, you need: About 4 hours.
Page 36: Running Master Disk Creator
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Create Master Diskettes or Purchase the CD-ROM Microsoft Windows 95 diskette labels provided with your computer. You can run only Create System Disks one time. Make sure you don’t lose your Windows 95 diskettes once you’ve created them.
Page 37 “Swapping Drives in the SelectBay” on page 104. 2 Click Start, then point to Programs. 3 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click Master Disk Creator. Master Disk Creator displays a welcome screen. 4 Choose OK by using the AccuPoint to move the pointer to it and clicking with the primary button.
Page 38 It also gives you time to skim through the remainder of this manual and fill in the reader response card. Toshiba wel- comes your comments and suggestions for improving the qual-...
Page 39: Using The Electronic Guide
Using The Electronic Guide Your Satellite 200 Series computer comes with this guide in elec- tronic form on your hard disk. The best thing about electronic books is that they are stored on the computer so you don’t have to take the printed documentation with you when you travel.
Page 40: The Parts Of The Window
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide The Parts of the Window The electronic book opens at the title page. Top of chapter icon Top of topic icon Menu hot spots Next arrow Previous arrow The title page The menu hot spots above the book provide these options.
Page 41: Finding A Topic Quickly
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide Clicking the Top of chapter icon returns you to the beginning of the current chapter or topic. Clicking the Top of topic icon returns you to the beginning of the current topic.
Page 42: Cross References
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide Cross-References The topic you located using the Index, Contents or Find may still not be the one you are looking for, but as you read the text a cross- reference may point you to the section you need. Cross-references are shown in green underlined text.
Page 43: Deleting A Bookmark
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide Creating a New Bookmark To create (or define) a bookmark, follow these steps: 1 Position the pointer at the beginning of the text you want to find again. 2 Click the Bookmark hot spot. The bookmark dialog box 3 Enter a name for the bookmark.
Page 44: Keeping Track Of Where You've Been
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide Keeping Track of Where You’ve Been An electronic book can keep track of what you’ve already read. If you wish you could go back to the page you read five minutes ago, but you don’t remember where you were, follow these steps: 1 Click History.
Page 45: Using Material From The Book
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide Using Material from the Book Although this book is copyrighted, you may select text and copy it to the clipboard for use in your own projects. You may also print individual topics or selected text.
Page 46: Changing How The Book Works
Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide 3 Click “Print a Selection” to print the text you selected. Click “Print the Current Topic” to print the whole topic. The program prints to the current printer. Before you click Print, make sure the printer’s is on line (ready) and the printer has paper.
Page 47 Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide Follow these steps to reinstall online documentation: 1 If the CD-ROM drive is in the SelectBay, replace it with the internal diskette driver or connect the external diskette drive. To exchange drives in the SelectBay, see “Swapping Drives in the SelectBay”...
Page 48 Let's Start at the Very Beginning Using The Electronic Guide...
Page 49: Getting To Know
Getting to Know Windows 95 Windows 95 is the computer’s operating system, providing a means of communication between your computer, your programs and you. This chapter introduces Windows 95 by taking you through a few basic tasks. If you’ve never used Windows before, the skill and confidence you’ll gain will more than offset the small amount of time you will spend going through these lessons.
Page 50: Lesson 1: Exploring The Desktop
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 1: Exploring the Desktop Lesson 1: Exploring the Desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in Windows 95. You use its features to start programs, find docu- ments, set up system components and most other computing tasks. The following illustration identifies the major features of the desktop: Icons...
Page 51: Lesson 2: Using The Accupoint Pointing Device
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 2: Using the AccuPoint Pointing Device Lesson 2: Using the AccuPoint Pointing Device The AccuPoint is your basic tool for moving around and working in Windows 95. This lesson teaches you some of the things you can do with the AccuPoint.
Page 52 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 2: Using the AccuPoint Pointing Device 6 With the pointer in an empty area of the desktop, click the secondary button (the smaller one). Throughout the remainder of this guide, the term “click” refers to clicking the primary button. Instructions requiring the secondary button specifically mention that button.
Page 53: Lesson 3: Creating A New Document
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 3: Creating a New Document 9 Click the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and, while holding the primary button, drag the pointer to the right edge of the desktop, then release the primary button. This process is known as “clicking and dragging.”...
Page 54 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 3: Creating a New Document Follow these steps: 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop and click the secondary button. Windows 95 displays a shortcut menu of commands applica- ble to the desktop. 2 Point to New, then click Text Document.
Page 55: Lesson 4: Creating A New Folder
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 4: Creating a New Folder To learn more about Notepad, click Help or refer to Windows 95 Help. For now, leave Notepad open and go on to the next lesson. Lesson 4: Creating a New Folder Windows 95 stores documents, tools and programs in folders.
Page 56: Lesson 5: Starting Programs
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 5: Starting Programs Lesson 5: Starting Programs After you’ve gained some experience and added some programs of your own, you’ll know exactly which program to use for a par- ticular task. This lesson teaches you how to start programs from the desktop, using two of the programs built into Windows 95.
Page 57 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 5: Starting Programs Windows 95 opens the Windows Explorer and adds another button to the taskbar. Windows Explorer open on the desktop The Windows Explorer provides access to all your computer’s resources. For example, it lets you see all the files in a particu- lar folder on the computer’s hard drive.
Page 58: Lesson 6: Resizing And Reshaping Windows
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 6: Resizing and Reshaping Windows Lesson 6: Resizing and Reshaping Windows If you’ve been following the steps in this chapter, you now have a screen cluttered with several program windows. Fortunately, it’s simple to recreate order out of this chaos. You can resize windows so you can see more than one of them at a time.
Page 59 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 6: Resizing and Reshaping Windows Explorer disappears from the desktop. However, it’s still open, as you can see from the taskbar. Minimizing program windows is a good way to clean up the desktop without actually closing programs. 3 Click the maximize button at the top right of the Paint window.
Page 60: Lesson 7: Closing Your Programs And Files
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 7: Closing Your Programs and Files Now that you’ve got the windows side-by-side, you can see how you could refer to one window while working in the other. When you are working with documents and programs, resizing and moving windows allows you to rearrange the desktop to suit your tastes and needs.
Page 61: Lesson 8: Creating Shortcuts
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 8: Creating Shortcuts Lesson 8: Creating Shortcuts By adding shortcuts to your desktop, you can open programs or files with the click of a button. You’ll probably want to create shortcuts for the programs you use most frequently. This lesson explains how to create shortcuts to two Windows 95 accessories, Calculator and Character Map.
Page 62: Lesson 9: Changing The Wallpaper
You can set each object’s properties (such as size, position on-screen, and color) individually. This lesson introduces object properties by showing you how to change one of the properties of the desktop, the wallpaper. Your computer came with the Toshiba wallpaper selected.
Page 63 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 9: Changing the Wallpaper To change the wallpaper, follow these steps: 1 Move the pointer to an empty area of the desktop and click the secondary button. Windows 95 displays the desktop shortcut menu. 2 Click Properties.
Page 64 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 10: Setting the Date and Time The next lesson explains how to set two other properties: the date and time. Lesson 10: Setting the Date and Time You set the computer’s date and time properties when you turned the computer on the first time and set up Windows 95.
Page 65: Lesson 11: Removing Objects From The Desktop
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 11: Removing Objects from the Desktop 5 On the Time Zone tab, select your time zone from the drop-down list box. 6 When you’ve finished, click OK. Go on to the next section to finish cleaning up the desktop. Lesson 11: Removing Objects from the Desktop Earlier in this tutorial, you created some new icons on the desktop.
Page 66 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 11: Removing Objects from the Desktop Windows 95 opens the Recycle Bin window. The desktop with the Recycle Bin window open Notice that all the icons you dropped on the Recycle Bin are listed. 5 To completely remove an object, click it and click File, then click Delete.
Page 67 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 12: If I’m Lost—What Do I Do? Lesson 12: If I’m Lost—What Do I Do? Your computer has an excellent help facility. If you can’t figure out how to do something, the answer is probably only a few clicks away.
Page 68: Lesson 13: Turning Your Computer Off
Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 13: Turning Your Computer Off 4 Double-click drawing. Help opens a topic window that explains briefly how to draw pictures, and includes an icon to start the Paint program. The Drawing help window 5 Click the click here icon. Windows 95 opens the The Paint program.
Page 69 Getting to Know Windows 95 Lesson 13: Turning Your Computer Off To turn your computer off, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then click Shut Down. Windows 95 displays the Shut Down Windows dialog box. The Shut Down Windows dialog box 2 Make sure the button next to Shut down the computer is highlighted.
Page 70: Computing Tips
Learning the Basics The information in this chapter is intended for the novice com- puter user. Simple steps describe many day-to-day computer oper- ations. There are also lists of helpful computing tips. By the end of the chapter, you'll have developed many of the basic skills that more advanced users take for granted.
Page 71 Learning the Basics Computing Tips See the instructions in “How to Save Your Work” on page 86. Back up your files on a regular basis. It's easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if the network crashes and you can't access the network drive without restarting your computer or your hard disk suddenly fails (it’s a mechanical device and sooner or later…), you'll wish you had taken the time to do backups.
Page 72: Five Things You Should Never Do
Learning the Basics Computing Tips Run Create System Disks and Master Disk Creator or pur- chase master program diskettes. At some point, you may need installation diskettes for the pro- grams that came pre-installed on your computer’s hard disk. See “Create Master Diskettes or Purchase the CD-ROM” on page 35 for more information.
Page 73: When You Turn The Computer On
Windows 95, before you can get back to work. There's an easier way. By using Windows 95’s Suspend command or Toshiba’s Resume Mode, you can start your computer and have everything back to where it was when you turned the power off.
Page 74 When You Turn the Computer On Most of the time, you’ll find Windows 95 Suspend Mode quite convenient. However, if you want to use Toshiba’s System Auto Off and Panel Power On/Off options, you’ll need to turn on Resume Mode. For more information about these options, refer to the following sections.
Page 75: How To Adjust The Display Panel
Learning the Basics How to Adjust the Display Panel Resume On The power-up pop-up window 3 While continuing to hold , press until Resume Mode is highlighted. 4 Release the key. The system is now in Resume Mode. The next time you turn your computer off and back on, you’ll be right back where you left off.
Page 76: How To Start A Program
Learning the Basics How to Start a Program MaxTime displays the Machine Settings dialog box. The Machine Settings dialog box 3 Set the LCD Brightness option to Bright. You can do this two ways: Set the Battery Save Mode to Full Power. This automati- cally sets the LCD Brightness option to Bright, and changes the other battery save option settings to maximize system performance.
Page 77: Starting A Program From The Explorer
Learning the Basics How to Start a Program Starting an MS-DOS program from a system prompt is a little more complex. To start an MS-DOS program, see “Starting an MS-DOS Program” on page 81. Starting a Program from an Icon To start a program from an icon, follow these steps, which use the Windows 95 Wordpad program as an example: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs.
Page 78: How To Use The Keyboard
Learning the Basics How to Use the Keyboard The Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right side of the screen. The left side of the screen shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder. 4 Click Accessories.
Page 79: The Character Keys
Learning the Basics How to Use the Keyboard The Character Keys For the letter and number keys, typing on a computer keyboard is very much like typing on a typewriter. However, there are some exceptions: When you press the spacebar, a computer does not simply pass over an area of the page like a typewriter does.
Page 80: Typing Numbers
Learning the Basics How to Use the Keyboard Toshiba's powerful Fn-esse program lets you assign your own key combination to launch a Windows program or document quickly from anywhere in Windows 95. Instructions for using this program are given in “Starting Programs Faster” on page 241.
Page 81 Learning the Basics How to Use the Keyboard How to Create Other Symbols At some point, you may want to create other characters or symbols that are not represented on your keyboard. By typing a simple code, you can produce a variety of symbols and foreign language characters that are part of an extended character set.
Page 82 Learning the Basics How to Use the Keyboard Using Character Map Character Map is an accessory program included with Windows that displays the keystroke combination needed to create extended characters. To determine the correct keystroke combination for the symbol you want to create, follow these steps: 1 Click on Start and point to Programs, Accessories and click on Character Map.
Page 83: How To Save Your Work
Learning the Basics How to Save Your Work How to Save Your Work When you’re working on a document, all your work exists in the computer's temporary memory. When you turn the computer off, everything in memory is lost. Therefore it’s important to save your files to the hard disk or to a diskette before turning the power off.
Page 84: How To Print Something You've Created
Learning the Basics How to Print Something You've Created If you plan on sharing your files with a computer using MS- DOS or an older version of Windows, the file name must be limited to up to eight characters followed by a period and a three-character extension.
Page 85 Learning the Basics How to Print Something You've Created Setting up a printer involves choosing a printer driver. This special program acts as a translator that turns your work into a form the printer can understand. This section describes how to select a printer driver in Windows 95.
Page 86: Printing Your Work
Learning the Basics How to Print Something You've Created If the printer you’re setting up is connected to a network, select Network printer and click Next. The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. 6 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your printer and click Next.
Page 87: Using The Cd-Rom Drive
Learning the Basics Using the CD-ROM Drive 2 Choose Print from the File menu of your Windows application. A sample Print dialog box 3 Choose OK to print. That's all there is to it. Depending on your application, you may see different messages indicating the status of your print job.
Page 88 Learning the Basics Using the CD-ROM Drive Inserting a CD-ROM To insert a compact disc into the CD-ROM drive, follow these steps: CD-ROM eject button Pressing the CD-ROM eject button 1 With the power on, locate and press the CD-ROM eject button on the right side of the computer.
Page 89 Learning the Basics Using the CD-ROM Drive Placing the compact disc in the drive 3 Check the compact disc to make sure it is free of dust before inserting it. 4 Carefully place the compact disc in the drive (with the label facing up).
Page 90: How To Prepare Diskettes For Use
Learning the Basics How to Prepare Diskettes for Use Removing a CD-ROM To remove a compact disc from the CD-ROM drive, follow these steps: 1 With the power on, press the CD-ROM button on the right side of the computer. The CD-ROM drive slides partially open.
Page 91 Learning the Basics How to Prepare Diskettes for Use To format a diskette, follow these steps: 1 If your diskette drive is not installed in the SelectBay, con- nect the external diskette drive or swap drives in the Select- Bay. To swap drives, see “Swapping Drives in the SelectBay”...
Page 92: How To Copy Something To A Diskette
Learning the Basics How to Copy Something to a Diskette Windows 95 opens the Format dialog box. The Format dialog box The options in the Format dialog box are already set to format your diskette. 5 Click Start. Windows 95 formats the diskette, displaying the Format Results screen when it’s finished.
Page 93: How To Back Up Your Work
Learning the Basics How to Back Up Your Work 3 Double-click My Computer. Windows 95 opens the My Computer window. 4 Double-click the drive that contains the file you want to copy. Windows 95 displays the contents of the drive. 5 Double-click the folder that contains the file, then click the file you want to copy.
Page 94 Learning the Basics How to Back Up Your Work Your computer comes with Microsoft's Windows 95 backup pro- gram pre-installed on the hard disk. Other backup programs are available at many computer stores. This section explains how to use the backup program to back up all the files on your hard disk.
Page 95 Learning the Basics How to Back Up Your Work Windows 95 opens the Backup window. The Backup window 5 Click the files and folders you want to back up. 6 Click Next Step. 7 Select the drive to which you are backing up your files (the diskette drive or any external drive you connected).
Page 96: Transferring Files To Another Computer
Learning the Basics Transferring Files to Another Computer Transferring Files to Another Computer You’ve learned how to use diskettes to copy files from one com- puter to another. Unfortunately, a high-density diskette can only hold 1.44 MB, a serious limitation if you want to transfer a large amount of information.
Page 97 Learning the Basics Transferring Files to Another Computer For a serial connection, open the port cover on the left of the computer and connect the serial cable to the serial port. Connect the other end of the cable to the serial port on the other computer.
Page 98 Learning the Basics Transferring Files to Another Computer An X in the box indicates that a connection is enabled. 10 Choose OK to accept the current settings. 11 Repeat steps 2 through 10 on the other computer, making sure that the connection has been set up identically on both computers.
Page 99: Connecting To A Network
Satellite 200 Series computer. Talk to your network administrator for assistance in getting up and running on your network.
Page 100: Making The Connection
If you’re connected to a network, don’t suspend the computer. Not all networks and programs work with Windows 95’s Suspend command and Toshiba’s Resume Mode. When you turn the com- puter back on after suspending, you may lose access to your net- work drives and programs.
Page 101: Swapping Drives In The Selectbay
Learning the Basics Swapping Drives in the SelectBay Swapping Drives in the SelectBay At times, you may want to install the diskette drive into the com- puter and leave the CD-ROM drive at home. This section describes how to swap a different drive into the SelectBay. To use the CD-ROM drive, you’ll have to install it in the com- puter’s SelectBay.
Page 102: Prepare The Computer
Learning the Basics Swapping Drives in the SelectBay The drive partially ejects from the chassis. Removing the diskette drive from the external chassis 3 Pull the diskette drive out of the chassis and set it aside. Prepare the Computer Follow these steps to prepare the computer for switching drives: 1 Shut down the computer.
Page 103 Learning the Basics Swapping Drives in the SelectBay Remove the Drive from the SelectBay Follow these steps to remove the drive from the SelectBay: 1 Turn the computer upside down with the front of the com- puter facing you. Bay release Drive Bay release lock Releasing the drive from the SelectBay...
Page 104: Install The Drives
Learning the Basics How and When to Turn the Computer Off Install the Drives To install the drive, follow these steps: Do not insert the CD-ROM module into the external chassis. The drive operates only when installed in the SelectBay. 1 Slide the drive into the SelectBay until you feel it click into place.
Page 105: Caring For Your Computer
Learning the Basics Caring for Your Computer To turn the computer off, press and hold the power button until you hear a beep. Caring for Your Computer This section offers easy tips on looking after your computer. For information about caring for the computer’s battery, see “Looking After Your Battery”...
Page 106: Moving The Computer
Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). For long trips, transport the computer in a carrying case. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer or through the Toshiba Accessory Catalog.
Page 107: Buying Programs
Before You Go to a Computer Store If you’re new to computers, buying computer equipment and pro- grams (software) can be a confusing experience. This chapter provides advice and explains what you need to know to purchase programs and devices that will work with your Satel- lite 200 Series computer.
Page 108 Before You Go to a Computer Store Buying Programs What Types of Programs Can I Buy? The following sections describe some types of programs that may fit your needs. If You’re a Writer Almost everyone needs a word processor. This includes profes- sional writers as well as others who use computers for daily correspondence.
Page 109: Understanding The Information On The Box
CD-ROM drive. The following sections explain each of the characteristics above. Windows Compatibility The Satellite 200 Series computer comes with Microsoft Windows 95. Windows 95 can run programs written for Windows (version 3.0 or later), Windows for Workgroups (all versions), and MS-DOS.
Page 110 Before You Go to a Computer Store Buying Programs Processor The Satellite 200 Series computer has a 100 MHz Intel Pentium microprocessor. It will run programs requiring a 286, 386, 486 or Pentium processor. Memory The Satellite 200 Series computer comes with 8 MB of EDO DRAM.
Page 111: Graphics Card
Series. Program requirements are generally listed by the type of adapter or the maximum resolution the adapter supports. The Satellite 200 Series display adapter is compatible with the VGA (Video Graphics Array) and SVGA (Super VGA) standards. The adapter has a maximum resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels. For programs requiring resolutions higher than 800 x 600, you’ll need...
Page 112: Tips On Buying Programs
Before You Go to a Computer Store Buying Programs Tips on Buying Programs Before you buy: It’s a good idea to see a demonstration of the program. Talk to friends and your company’s computer experts about the programs they recommend. Check the Internet or on-line services for information about new programs.
Page 113 Before You Go to a Computer Store Buying Programs Windows 95 opens the Control Panel. The Control Panel 3 Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon. Windows 95 opens the Add/Remove Programs Properties panel. The Add/Remove Programs Properties panel 4 Click the Install/Uninstall tab. The Install/Uninstall page moves to the front of the panel.
Page 114 Before You Go to a Computer Store Buying Programs If you’re installing a program from diskette and your diskette drive is not installed in the SelectBay, connect the external dis- kette drive or swap drives in the SelectBay. To swap drives, see “Swapping Drives in the SelectBay”...
Page 115: Buying Hardware
PC Cards. For more infor- mation about these cards, see “Little Cards That Do Big Things” on page 173. The Toshiba Accessories Catalog lists the add-on devices you can purchase from Toshiba. Talk to your dealer about these Toshiba options and other third-party devices.
Page 116: Tips On Buying Hardware
Check the Internet or an on-line service information about the product. Check Toshiba’s BBS or the Toshiba Forum on CompuServe (refer to “Contacting Toshiba” on page 297 for instructions) and search for information about using the new hardware with your computer.
Page 117 Before You Go to a Computer Store Buying Hardware...
Page 118: Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
This chapter describes all the aspects of running your computer while traveling. Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Energy Star Program. As an Energy Star Partner, Toshiba EPA POLLUTION PREVENTER designed this product to meet the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.
Page 119: Running The Computer On Battery Power
Running the Computer on Battery Power Running the Computer on Battery Power The Satellite 200 Series computer contains a removable NiMH battery pack that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge the battery many times. If you spend a lot...
Page 120 MaxTime. If MaxTime is not already open, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click MaxTime. MaxTime displays a window showing the battery gauge: The MaxTime battery gauge The illustration above shows the battery gauge in two different forms: a bar graph and a percentage.
Page 121 Taking Your Computer on the Road Running the Computer on Battery Power The Percent Remaining module displays the current battery charge as a percentage of battery capacity. To set the module(s) you want displayed, follow these steps: 1 Choose Display from the MaxTime Options menu. MaxTime opens the Display dialog box.
Page 122 Taking Your Computer on the Road Running the Computer on Battery Power 4 If you choose to display more than one module, the Format options are activated: Choose Stack Modules to display all selected modules at once. Choose Cycle Modules to cycle between the selected modules.
Page 123 Taking Your Computer on the Road Running the Computer on Battery Power To set how the battery gauge displays, follow these steps: 1 Choose Display from the MaxTime Options menu. MaxTime opens the Display dialog box with the Style page on top.
Page 124 What to Do When the Battery Alarm Sounds Don't panic. The Satellite 200 Series computer has three alarms, designed to give you sufficient warning before your battery becomes fully dis- charged. Two of the alarms, the Low Battery Alarm and the Criti-...
Page 125 Taking Your Computer on the Road Running the Computer on Battery Power minimized). The third, the Emergency Battery Alert, operates at all times. This section describes the three battery alarms, what they mean and how to set each one to fit your personal computing style. The Low Battery Alarm If MaxTime is open, it warns you when you're beginning to get low on battery power.
Page 126 Taking Your Computer on the Road Running the Computer on Battery Power Critical Bat teryAlarm Your computer's battery po wer is lo w. You have approximately 0 minutes le ft on this battery. The Critical Battery Alarm warning When this alarm goes off, start planning your remaining battery time carefully.
Page 127: Setting The Alarms
Taking Your Computer on the Road Running the Computer on Battery Power If you don't manage to plug the computer in or turn it off before the battery completely runs out of power, the computer turns off automatically. Don't panic, all is not lost. Before shutting down, the computer automatically turns on Resume Mode (more fully described on page 133).
Page 128: Starting Again Where You Left Off
To turn your computer off and on again without all the time it nor- mally takes to start your computer up again, Windows 95’s Sus- pend command and Toshiba's Resume Mode are for you. These modes provide a sort of electronic bookmark, storing the current state of the computer, including all your open files and programs, in memory until you turn the computer on again.
Page 129 Taking Your Computer on the Road Running the Computer on Battery Power The following sections describe how to turn Resume Mode on and off with a hotkey and in MaxTime. Using a Hotkey To select Resume Mode with a hotkey, follow these steps: 1 Start MaxTime, if it’s not already running.
Page 130 Taking Your Computer on the Road Running the Computer on Battery Power The Machine Settings dialog box 2 Switch to the System Configuration page by clicking the System Configuration tab. The System Configuration page 3 Click the checkbox next to Resume Mode. An X in this box turns Resume Mode on.
Page 131: Replacing Batteries
Taking Your Computer on the Road Replacing Batteries Replacing Batteries When your battery runs out of power, you have two options: plug in the computer or replace the battery with a charged spare, if you have one. You may need to replace the battery if it becomes dam- aged or wears out after long years of use.
Page 132: Disposing Of Used Batteries Safely
Taking Your Computer on the Road Disposing of Used Batteries Safely Battery latch Battery Removing the battery 6 With one hand, move the battery latch off the battery. 7 With the other hand, remove the discharged battery from the computer. 8 Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection.
Page 133: Conserving Power
Taking Your Computer on the Road Conserving Power If you cannot find the information you need, contact Toshiba for assistance. See “Contacting Toshiba” on page 297 for information on contacting Toshiba offices around the world. Conserving Power It's a fact: if you're running your computer on battery power, your battery will eventually discharge.
Page 134 Taking Your Computer on the Road Conserving Power There is also a User Setting that lets you set the power-saving options individually. You may set the battery save mode with a hotkey, in MaxTime (if you're working in Windows 95) or in TSETUP (if you're working in MS-DOS).
Page 135: Setting Your Own Battery Save Options
Taking Your Computer on the Road Conserving Power The Machine Settings dialog box 2 In the Show Settings For box, choose Battery Power or External Power. Your computer has two sets of battery settings. One sets how the system works under battery power. The other sets how the computer works when it’s connected to a power outlet.
Page 136: Processing Speed
Taking Your Computer on the Road Conserving Power Processing Speed This option sets the speed at which the computer processes information. You have two choices: Low sets a lower processing speed and saves power. EPA POLLUTION PREVENTER High sets the computer to its maximum processing speed. CPU Sleep Mode This option temporarily shuts down the computer's central pro- cessing unit (CPU) when it is inactive.
Page 137: System Auto Off
Taking Your Computer on the Road Conserving Power 1 Min, 3 Min, 5 Min, 10 Min, 15 Min, 20 Min and 30 Min EPA POLLUTION PREVENTER selections turn the hard disk drive off if the computer hasn't accessed the hard disk for the time selected. System Auto Off This option saves power by turning the computer off if it hasn't been used for a selected period of time.
Page 138: Looking After Your Battery
Taking Your Computer on the Road Looking After Your Battery Looking After Your Battery It doesn't take much effort, but by treating your battery right you can make sure it provides maximum power storage for a long time. The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery.
Page 139: Additional Power Options
However, if you need more portable power, Toshiba provides two options: You can buy extra battery packs. You can buy a battery charger that charges more than one bat- tery at a time.
Page 140: Charging The Computer's Battery In Your Car
How about a Carrying Case? When you're on the road, you'll probably want a way to carry your computer with you. Toshiba offers four choices of carrying cases for the Satellite 200 Series computer: a sturdy fabric carrying case a leather attaché...
Page 141 The Wide World of Multimedia You’ve heard of multimedia, but what is it? The term multimedia refers to the use of two or more communications media (such as text, graphics, sound, animation, and video) to present ideas. A multimedia title is the computer presentation of two or more media elements that are experienced simultaneously.
Page 142: Building Your Compact Disc Library
Building Your Compact Disc Library This chapter introduces the multimedia elements you can explore with the CD-ROM supplied with the Satellite 200 Series. Without investing in additional hardware or software, you can, for exam- ple, capture a video and keep track of your compact discs.
Page 143: Playing An Audio Cd
The Wide World of Multimedia Playing an Audio CD Playing a Pre-installed Compact Disc For each installed compact disc title, the hard disk holds a small program that displays the title’s icon. It does not store the title’s content. To view a compact disc: 1 Place the disc in the CD-ROM drive.
Page 144: Playing Back Sound, Video And Animation Files
The Wide World of Multimedia Playing Back Sound, Video and Animation Files The CD Player window To adjust the volume, turn the volume control dial on the front of the computer. To stop the CD, click the stop button. To eject a CD, click the eject button in the CD Player window, or press the CD-ROM eject button on the right side of the computer.
Page 145: Midi Files
The Wide World of Multimedia Playing Back Sound, Video and Animation Files Digital Audio Wave Files Digital audio uses computer-based technology to record, handle and recreate sound. Digital audio systems sample the waveform at fixed time intervals, for example, at 30 times per second, and reduce the sound to a sequence of numbers.
Page 146 The Wide World of Multimedia Playing Back Sound, Video and Animation Files video on a computer is not as smooth as what you are used to see- ing on television. To reduce the storage required, all video files must be compressed before they can be distributed and decompressed when you view them.
Page 147 MPEG-compressed multimedia data (audio and video). To cap- ture video, you need to purchase a ZV PC Card and insert it into the Type II PC Card slot on your computer. Toshiba sells a ZV PC Card, which may be available from your dealer.
Page 148: Using Media Player
The Wide World of Multimedia Playing Back Sound, Video and Animation Files Using Media Player You can use Media Player to play back wave and Video for Win- dows files in addition to playing back several other formats such as MIDI and Quick Time for Windows files.
Page 149: Recording Sounds As Wave Files
The Wide World of Multimedia Recording Sounds as Wave Files The Volume Control program sets the volume and balance for both CDs and multimedia files that contain sound. To access this program, follow these steps. 1 Click Start and point to Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then point to Multimedia.
Page 150: Using The Built-In Microphone
The Wide World of Multimedia Recording Sounds as Wave Files Using the Built-In Microphone The easiest way to record is through the computer’s built-in micro- phone. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then point to Multimedia. 3 Click Sound Recorder.
Page 151: Using An External Microphone
The Wide World of Multimedia Recording Sounds as Wave Files Using an External Microphone The computer has a built-in microphone for recording sounds. To record higher quality sounds, you may wish to use an external monaural microphone. To attach an external monaural micro- phone, follow these steps: Microphone jack The microphone jack...
Page 152 The Wide World of Multimedia Recording Sounds as Wave Files 6 Choose Properties from the Options menu. 7 In the Properties dialog box, click the button next to Recording. You can choose from four volume controls: Synth Line MixOut 8 Make sure the box next to MixOut is selected (checked). 9 Click OK.
Page 153: Using An External Audio Input Device
The Wide World of Multimedia Recording Sounds as Wave Files Using an External Audio Input Device To record sounds from an external audio device, such as a stereo amplifier, tape deck, or CD player, follow these steps: Line-in jack The line-in jack 1 Locate the line-in jack on the left side of the computer.
Page 154: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
3 Follow the steps in the previous section. Managing Your CD-ROMs If you have a large number of CD-ROMs, you might find yourself wishing for an easy way to keep track of what’s on all of them. That’s where Toshiba’s magiCDisc CD-ROM management pro- gram comes in.
Page 155 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs With magiCDisc, you can launch an associated program whenever you insert a CD-ROM into the drive. You can search for a specific CD-ROM by title, category or other key word, and look at only CD-ROMs of a particular type, such as data, audio or photo.
Page 156 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs You can look through the files on the CD-ROM and play one or more of them by choosing the Browse CD button. See “Looking at and Playing the Files on a CD-ROM” on page 166.
Page 157 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs The New Registration dialog box opens. The New Registration dialog box There are three types of CD-ROMs: data, audio and photo. The system determines the type of your CD-ROM, and dis- plays the appropriate icon in the upper right corner. The previ- ous illustration shows the New Registration dialog box for a data CD-ROM.
Page 158 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs Select Default Media Player to start the player appropriate for the type of CD-ROM when you insert the CD-ROM into the drive. Using this option lets you set the media player for all CD-ROMs of a specific type.
Page 159 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs unless you select a CD-ROM from the list. See the next section for details. Selecting a CD-ROM from the List To select a CD-ROM from the list, click it. Once an item is selected, you can: modify the registration information for the CD-ROM by choosing the Register button.
Page 160 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs To display those CD-ROMs whose descriptions use a key word, choosing Search by Text from the CD Rack menu opens the Search for Text dialog box. Enter one or more key words separated by semicolons (;) into this box and click OK.
Page 161 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs Rewind Fast Forward to end Play Stop Pause Frame advance Frame back The CD-ROM Browser 3 Select one or more files in the playlist. To select more than one file, press as you click files beyond Ctrl the first.
Page 162 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs Installing Programs from a CD-ROM Many CD-ROMs have programs that you must install onto the hard disk. To install these files through magiCDisc, click the Install CD icon on the toolbar. The magiCDisc program searches for the CD-ROM’s installation program and lets you start it.
Page 163 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs 2 To enable the Inspector for unregistered CD-ROMs, click the checkbox next to each desired type. If the unregistered CD-ROM contains a Windows 95 AutoPlay script, the Inspector executes the script. If no Windows 95 AutoPlay script is found on the CD-ROM, the Inspector dialog box opens.
Page 164 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs The CD Registration page 3 Choose one type of CD-ROM to display the current categories for that type. 4 Change the list of categories as necessary: to remove a category, select it and click the Remove button. to add a category, click the Add Category button.
Page 165 The Wide World of Multimedia Managing Your CD-ROMs 1 Click the Options button on the main or rack screen. The Registration Options dialog box displays with the CD Inspector page selected. 2 Click the Media Player tab to move to the Media Player page.
Page 166 Little Cards That Do Big Things PCMCIA-compatible PC cards greatly increase the capabilities of your computer. These cards pack all the performance of full-sized expansion boards into a case the size of a credit card. Your computer comes with one PC card slot that lets you take advantage of these little cards.
Page 167: What Do Pc Cards Do
Little Cards That Do Big Things What Do PC Cards Do? If your PC card came with a diskette, read “Programs that Make Your PC Card Work” on page 175 before installing any of its programs. The programs on the diskette may conflict with the built-in Windows 95 drivers.
Page 168: Cards You Can Buy From Toshiba
Cards You Can Buy From Toshiba Cards You Can Buy From Toshiba Toshiba’s Noteworthy PC cards are specifically designed to work with your Satellite 200 Series computer and are available from your Toshiba dealer. Noteworthy PC cards include: Fax/Modems Removable hard disk drives...
Page 169: Hot Swapping Cautions
OK. You've bought your first PC card and want to install it. This section describes what to do. Toshiba provides CardSoft for your PC card installations. Even if your PC card comes with a version of Card and Socket Services, you should use the files included from Toshiba.
Page 170: Setting Up Your Pc Card For Your Computer
Little Cards That Do Big Things Setting Up Your PC Card for Your Computer You may insert Type I or Type II cards into either the upper or lower socket. You may insert a Type III card into the lower socket only.
Page 171: Setting Up Pc Card Support In Windows 95
Little Cards That Do Big Things Setting Up Your PC Card for Your Computer Setting Up PC Card Support in Windows 95 When you insert your PC Card, Windows 95 attempts to recog- nize the card automatically. If Windows 95 recognizes the card, there is nothing more you need to do.
Page 172 Little Cards That Do Big Things Setting Up Your PC Card for Your Computer Using the PCMCIA Wizard If Windows 95 did not detect your card automatically, and using the Card Wizard did not work, follow these steps: 1 Click the My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties.
Page 173: Removing A Pc Card
Little Cards That Do Big Things Removing a PC Card Removing a PC Card To remove a PC card, follow these steps: 1 Click the PC Card icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Stop xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier or name for your PC card.
Page 174 Little Cards That Do Big Things Removing a PC Card...
Page 175: Connecting To The World
Connecting to the World On its own, your Venice 4N Series computer is an extremely pow- erful tool. However, not until you connect it to one or more addi- tional computers, through a modem, network or cellular connection, can you begin to recognize its full potential. By using Windows 95’s Dial-Up Networking feature and your modem, you can communicate with your office’s local-area net- work (LAN), a larger corporate wide-area network (WAN) or the...
Page 176: If You're Ready To Go
Connecting to the World If You’re Ready to Go If You’re Ready to Go This section provides a brief overview of the steps contained in the remainder of the chapter. If you’re an experienced computer user, this may be enough for you. If you need more help, each step tells you where to go for more information.
Page 177: Choosing A Modem
Connecting to the World Setting Up a communications program (see “What Software Do You Need?” on page 196. If you’re planning on using an on-line service or the Internet, or if you’re connecting directly to another computer or a bulletin board system (BBS), you’ll need a general purpose communications program, such as the Hyterminal Program included with Windows 95.
Page 178: Using A Pc Card Modem
Where to Buy a Modem Toshiba sells PC Card fax/modems specifically designed to work with your computer. Refer to the Accessories Catalog for more information on how to purchase one. Your dealer may be able to sell you other fax/modem and fax/voice/modem PC Cards.
Page 179: Using An External Modem
Connecting to the World Setting Up 3 When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. When the card is fully seated, an eject button pops out: the top button for the upper slot and the bottom button for the lower slot.
Page 180: Installing An External Modem
Connecting to the World Setting Up Installing an External Modem To connect an external modem to the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn the computer off. Opening the port cover 2 Open the port cover on the left side of the computer. Cable Serial port Connecting the cable to the serial port...
Page 181 Connecting to the World Setting Up Setting Up an External Modem Before you can use your external modem, you must give Windows 95 the information it needs to communicate with your modem successfully. This information includes the model number and manufacturer of your modem. To set up your modem, follow these steps: 1 Click the Start button, point to Settings and click Control Panel.
Page 182: Determining The Com Port
Connecting to the World Setting Up 8 Select the manufacturer and model number of your modem. If your modem manufacturer supplied a Win- dows 95 installation disk, click Have Disk, then click OK. Otherwise, click Next to use the Windows 95 modem driv- ers.
Page 183: Connecting To A Telephone Line
Connecting to the World Setting Up 3 Double-click Modems. Windows 95 displays the Modem Properties dialog box. 4 Click the Diagnostics tab. Your modem should be listed next to one of the computer’s COM ports. 5 Make a note of the COM port number. 6 To verify that the modem is set up properly, click on the port to which your modem is connected and then click More Info to run the Windows 95 Modem Diagnostics.
Page 184: Faxing A Document
Connecting to the World Faxing a Document If you have a modem that is capable of transmitting over the cellu- lar network you can use any cellular line. You need to remain sta- tionary while transmitting data over a cellular phone. Transmitting data while you are moving will cause problems when the cellular network hands off the call to the next cell.
Page 185: The Internet And Other Fascinating Places
Connecting to the World The Internet and Other Fascinating Places The Internet and Other Fascinating Places If you’ve never used a modem before, you might not realize the vast array of possibilities that await you. You can: Subscribe to an on-line service. Explore the vastness of the Internet.
Page 186: Exploring The World Of The Internet
Connecting to the World The Internet and Other Fascinating Places Exploring the World of the Internet This section contains only a brief overview of the Internet. For more information, look through the books on the Internet that are available at your local book or computer store. The Internet is a network of computers located all around the world.
Page 187 Connecting to the World The Internet and Other Fascinating Places On-line Service vs. Internet Service Provider Deciding which option is best for you may not be easy. Fortu- nately, you can always change your mind. When making a deci- sion, consider the following: On-line services combine an easy-to-use interface and a wide range of useful services with full Internet access.
Page 188 Connecting to the World The Internet and Other Fascinating Places Some services charge by the hour. If your service charges by the hour, make sure you know how long you’ve been on line. It’s easy to lose track of time and run up the costs when you’re exploring the Internet or an on-line service.
Page 189 Connecting to the World The Internet and Other Fascinating Places FTP sites store computer files. You can download files from an FTP site. For example, many computer companies distribute minor upgrades to their programs through FTP sites. When you download a file you transfer the file from another computer (or an FTP site) to your computer.
Page 190 Connecting to the World The Internet and Other Fascinating Places where: user is the name you select when you first sub- scribe to your on-line service or Internet service provider. See “What Software Do You Need?” on page 196 for information about Internet service providers.
Page 191 Connecting to the World The Internet and Other Fascinating Places The second type of address is the Universal Resource Locator (URL), used to locate specific sites on the Internet. A sample URL http://aaa.bbb.ccc/dir1/dir2/dir3/page where: http:// is the type of server the client is requesting. HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Pro- tocol and indicates a site on the WWW.
Page 192: Logging On To An On-Line Service Or The Internet
Connecting to the World Logging On to an On-line Service or the Internet Etiquette Online When you use the internet, it’s important to remember that you’re dealing with people. You should give other people and “local” cus- toms the same respect on line as you would face-to-face. Keep the following points in mind: If you’re unsure about what might or might not be proper behavior, most newsgroups have a list of FAQs (Frequently...
Page 193 Connecting to the World Logging On to an On-line Service or the Internet Request PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) service, as it is faster and more secure than SLIP (Serial Line Internet Protocol). If you are connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN) or Wide Area Network (WAN) that has direct Internet access, you may have remote access to the Internet through your network.
Page 194: Installing Dial-Up Networking
Connecting to the World Logging On to an On-line Service or the Internet 7 Restart Windows to activate the TCP/IP protocol. 8 To verify that TCP/IP is properly connected to the Win- dows 95’s Dial-Up feature, highlight Dial-Up Adapter in the Network menu and click Properties.
Page 195 Connecting to the World Logging On to an On-line Service or the Internet 2 Select the Diagnostics tab and click More Info. Windows 95 should display the name and model of your modem. If it does not display the correct information, you may have to reinstall your modem (see “Using a PC Card Modem”...
Page 196 The Internet is constantly changing. It’s possible that one or more of these sites have changed addresses or disappeared altogether. WWW Sites Toshiba’s home pages are: http://www.toshiba.com (worldwide Toshiba corporate site) http://computers.toshiba.com (marketing and product informa- tion in the USA) http://pcsupport.tais.com (Product Support in the USA) http://www.toshiba.ca (Canada) http://www.toshiba-tice.com (Toshiba Europe)
Page 197: Search Engines
Connecting to the World Connecting Directly to Another Computer http://www.epicurious.com/ presents a delicious array of reci- pes and information on food and drink. A Few Newsgroups alt.comedy.british is for fans of British humour. alt.sports.badminton lets you keep current with information about badminton.
Page 198: Communications Parameters
Connecting to the World Connecting Directly to Another Computer cific instructions for any communications programs. Refer to Hyperterminal’s Help for information about using Hyperterminal. There are two things you need to know before you can connect to another computer: The communications parameters The file transfer protocol (only if you’re downloading or uploading files) The following sections explain what these mean.
Page 199: Using Bulletin Board Services
Toshiba's 24-hour BBS offers Toshiba computing information and is a good source of Toshiba utilities files and technical bulletins. Complete information about accessing Toshiba's BBS is found in “Toshiba's Bulletin Board Service” on page 298.
Page 200: Discovering Toshiba's On-Line Resources
Discovering Toshiba’s On-line Resources In addition to the Toshiba Internet sites listed under “WWW Sites” on page 204, Toshiba maintains a number of on-line sites to which you can connect. These sites can provide information about Toshiba products, help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades.
Page 201 Connecting to the World Discovering Toshiba’s On-line Resources...
Page 202: Using An External Monitor
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Your Satellite 200 Series computer was designed to be easy to carry around and use while you travel. However, it’s also powerful enough to use as your primary desktop computer. This chapter describes how to connect several optional devices that can make your computer at home on your desk.
Page 203: Directing The Display When You Turn The Computer On
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using an External Monitor Cable Monitor port Connecting an external monitor 2 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the monitor port on the back of the computer. 3 Turn the external monitor on. 4 Turn the computer on. The computer uses the external monitor.
Page 204 Windows 95. To set the Power On Display option in Windows 95, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click Hardware Setup. Hardware Setup displays the Hardware Configuration dialog box.
Page 205 Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using an External Monitor The Hardware Configuration Options dialog box 4 Click the Display tab. Hardware Setup displays a page of display options. The Display page 5 Click the circle to the left of the desired Power On Display setting.
Page 206: Using An External Keyboard
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using an External Keyboard Using an External Keyboard If you prefer to use a standard desktop keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The PS/2 port supports any PS/2- compatible keyboard. You can only connect one PS/2 device at a time. If you’re already using a PS/2 mouse, you must remove it before con- necting a keyboard or you can purchase a Y-cable from your dealer to simultaneously support both devices.
Page 207: Making Your External Keyboard Pretend It Has The Fn Key
An external keyboard doesn’t have the key contained on the Satellite 200 Series computer’s built-in keyboard. If you use the computer’s hotkeys or have set up key combinations in Fn-esse, you’ll probably miss these features when using an external key- board.
Page 208 Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using an External Keyboard 3 Choose Hardware Options. Hardware Setup displays the Hardware Configuration Options dialog box. The Hardware Configuration Options dialog box 4 Click the Keyboard tab. Hardware Setup displays a page with the External Keyboard Fn Key option.
Page 209: Using A Serial Mouse
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using a Serial Mouse Using a Serial Mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the AccuPoint. You can use a serial mouse or a PS/2 mouse. See “Using a PS/2 Mouse” on page 220 if you wish to use a PS/2 mouse.
Page 210 Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using a Serial Mouse Configuring the Mouse in Windows 95 Before you use the serial mouse for the first time, you will need to complete the following steps: 1 Click the Start button and point to Settings 2 Click Control Panel.
Page 211: Using A Ps/2 Mouse
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using a PS/2 Mouse Using a PS/2 Mouse If you prefer to use a PS/2-compatible mouse, you can attach one to your computer. The PS/2 port supports any PS/2-compatible mouse. You can only connect one PS/2 device at a time. If you’re already using a PS/2 keyboard, you must remove it before connecting a mouse.
Page 212: Setting Up A Ps/2 Mouse
To set how the PS/2 mouse works with the AccuPoint, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click Hardware Setup. Hardware Setup displays the Hardware Configuration dialog box which contains information about your system.
Page 213 Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using a PS/2 Mouse The Hardware Configuration Options dialog box 4 Click the Pointing Devices tab. Hardware Setup displays a page of pointing device options. The Pointing Devices page 5 Choose the desired option. Auto-Selected checks for a PS/2 mouse.
Page 214: Using The Optional Notedock
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using the Optional NoteDock 7 Click Yes or No. Yes restarts the computer immediately with your changes in effect. No lets you save open files. After you save, restart the com- puter using the reset button or to make your Ctrl changes take effect.
Page 215: Notedock Features
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using the Optional NoteDock NoteDock Features This section identifies and describes the features of the NoteDock. Headphone jack Line-in jack Line-out jack Power socket Security lock Serial port MIDI/joystick port Keyboard port Mouse port Monitor port Parallel port The rear of the NoteDock...
Page 216 Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using the Optional NoteDock Use the parallel port to connect a parallel printer or other parallel device. This port replaces the computer’s parallel port. Use the power socket to connect the NoteDock to AC power, using a power cord.
Page 217: Connecting The Computer To The Notedock
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using the Optional NoteDock the computer connector that connects to the NoteDock port on the back of your computer. the power connector that provides power to the computer when you connect the NoteDock to a power source. the guide pins that help align the computer with the Note- Dock, ensuring a proper connection.
Page 218: Using Pc Cards In The Notedock
Using Your Computer on Your Desk Using the Optional NoteDock Using PC Cards in the NoteDock The NoteDock provides two additional PC card slots. These slots function in the same way as those in the computer. For information about setting up PC cards, refer to “Setting Up Your PC Card for Your Computer”...
Page 219: Using A Password
Files Safe At some time, you'll almost certainly have files on your computer that you want to keep private. Your Satellite 200 Series computer comes with several options that can help you keep your computer and files safe from unwanted intrusion.
Page 220: Working With User-Level Passwords
When you register a password in Hardware Setup, you cannot create a password service diskette. If you forget your pass- word, you must contact Toshiba (US telephone number 800- 999-4273) before you can start your computer again. To reg- ister a password and create a password service diskette, fol- low the steps in “Password Retrieval”...
Page 221 Keeping Your Files Safe Using a Password 2 Point at Toshiba Utilities, then click Hardware Setup. Hardware Setup displays the following dialog box: The Hardware Configuration dialog box 3 Click Hardware Options. Hardware Setup opens the Hardware Configuration Options screen.
Page 222 TSETUP. If you forget your password and have lost your password ser- vice diskette, contact Toshiba service (US telephone number 800-999-4273). To register a password in TSETUP and create a password service...
Page 223: Shut Down
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a Password 2 Insert a diskette into the diskette drive. Run TSETUP outside of Windows 95, at a system prompt. If you try to run TSETUP from an MS-DOS session under Windows 95, results can be unpredictable. 3 If you’re currently in Windows 95, click Start, then click Shut Down.
Page 224 Keeping Your Files Safe Using a Password 9 When TSETUP prompts you to do so, verify the password by typing it again and pressing Enter If the two passwords match, TSETUP displays: Registered. If the two passwords don't match TSETUP displays an error message.
Page 225: Power-On Password
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a Password Power-On Password Whenever you start or restart your computer with a power-on password in effect, the computer prompts you to enter the pass- word before it goes through its normal startup procedure. The power-on password operates whether or not the computer is operating in Resume Mode.
Page 226: Instant Password
Disabling a User-Level Password To disable your password, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point at Programs. 2 Point at Toshiba Utilities, then click Hardware Setup. Hardware Setup displays the following dialog box: 3 Click Hardware Options. Hardware Setup opens the Hardware Configuration Options screen.
Page 227: Working With Supervisor-Level Passwords
Keeping Your Files Safe Using a Password If you entered an incorrect password, Setup displays an error message. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to enter the password again. If you enter an incorrect password three times, Hardware Setup displays an Access Denied message indicating that you cannot change the password.
Page 228: Deleting A Supervisor-Level Password
Keeping Your Files Safe Applying Physical Restraints word program displays an asterisk (*) for each character you type. The Supervisor Password program indicates that your pass- word is registered. 6 Type in the password again to verify it and press Enter 7 Type to return to Windows 95.
Page 229: Viruses And How To Cure Them
Keeping Your Files Safe Viruses and How To Cure Them If you’re using an optional NoteDock, you’ll want to purchase two of these cables: one for the computer and another for the NoteDock. Viruses and How To Cure Them Over the last few years, there have been a number of computer virus scares.
Page 230: Starting Programs Faster
Making Life Easier Your Satellite 200 Series computer is already a computing power- house right out of the box. You can run the most powerful business programs and work for hours away from an external power source without needing to change anything. By adding extras and using the additional built-in features of your computer, you can make your life even easier.
Page 231: Starting Fn-Esse
Starting Fn-esse To start Fn-esse, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and point to Programs. 2 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click Fn-esse. Fn-esse displays the Fn-esse window: The Fn-esse window The keys are color coded as follows: available keys are black...
Page 232: Using Drag-And-Drop
Making Life Easier Starting Programs Faster the Application Explorer dialog box The following sections describe each of these methods. Experi- ment with each to find the one that best suits your tastes. Using Drag-and-Drop To use the drag-and-drop method of assigning a key to a program or document, follow these steps: 1 Open both Fn-esse and the Windows Explorer.
Page 233 Making Life Easier Starting Programs Faster The Assignment Type dialog box 2 Choose Direct. Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command dialog box: The Add/Edit Command dialog box 3 Choose Browse. Fn-esse displays the Browse for Applications dialog box. The Browse for Applications dialog box 4 Use the Drive and Directory fields to locate your file.
Page 234 Making Life Easier Starting Programs Faster Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command dialog box com- pletely filled in to reflect your choice. 6 Choose OK to save your key assignment and exit the dialog box. The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected.
Page 235: Defining A Pop-Up Key Assignment
Making Life Easier Starting Programs Faster Defining a Pop-up Key Assignment To assign a key to open a program or document from a pop-up list, follow these steps: 1 Click the desired key in the Fn-esse keyboard with the sec- ondary button.
Page 236: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Making Life Easier Starting Programs Faster Viewing Existing Key Assignments To view the existing key assignments, choose Assignments from the Fn-esse keyboard. Fn-esse displays the Function Key Assign- ments dialog box: The Function Key Assignments dialog box This box lists all the key assignments and the program or docu- ment to which they're assigned.
Page 237: Setting Colors
Making Life Easier Starting Programs Faster The Assignment Type dialog box 2 To change the key assignment, choose Direct or Popup and continue as if you were creating a new assignment. To remove the key assignment, choose Clear. Options This section describes additional Fn-esse options. All of these are accessed through the Fn-esse Options menu.
Page 238: Working With The Keyboard
Enter Ctrl The Satellite 200 Series keyboard has only one of each. Most of the time there’s no difference between the two keys. How- ever, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left keys, or to the regular and numeric pad...
Page 239: The Cursor Control Overlay
Making Life Easier Working with the Keyboard Press to simulate the key on the right side of the enhanced keyboard. Press to simulate the key on the numeric pad of Enter Enter the enhanced keyboard. The Cursor Control Overlay The keys with the white arrows and blue symbols on the left front are the cursor control overlay.
Page 240: Selecting The Keyboard Layout
TSETUP, see “TSETUP” on page 341. To set the Int. Keyboard Key Layout option in Hardware Setup, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click Hardware Setup. Hardware Setup displays the Hardware Configuration dialog box.
Page 241 Making Life Easier Working with the Keyboard The Hardware Configuration dialog box This box displays information about the system. 3 Choose Hardware Options. Hardware Setup displays the Hardware Configuration options dialog box. The Hardware Configuration Options dialog box 4 Click the Keyboard tab. Hardware Setup displays a page with the Int.
Page 242: Using Device Manager To Configure Your System
Making Life Easier Using Device Manager to Configure Your System The Keyboard page 5 Click the circle to the left of the desired Int. Keyboard Key Layout setting. Normal is the default setting. 6 Choose OK. Hardware Setup displays a dialog box asking if you want to reboot (restart) the computer.
Page 243 Making Life Easier Using Device Manager to Configure Your System To change a component’s setting in Device Manager, follow these steps: 1 Click on the My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties. Windows 95 opens the System Properties sheet. 2 Click on the Device Manager tab.
Page 244: Different Ways To Turn The Computer On And Off
Making Life Easier Different Ways to Turn the Computer On and Off 6 Make the desired changes. If you’re unused to working with the computer’s configuration, it’s a good idea to leave the Use Automatic Settings box checked. These settings were set to work together within the system and with most available optional devices.
Page 245 Follow these steps to set the Alarm Power On and Panel Power On/Off options: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click MaxTime. MaxTime displays the battery gauge window. The MaxTime battery gauge window 3 Choose Machine Settings from the Options menu.
Page 246: Changing The Display Mode
Making Life Easier Changing the Display Mode The System Configuration page 5 To turn on the computer at a particular time, click the checkbox next to Disable Alarm Power On. This box is blank when Alarm Power On is turned on. Choose the Alarm Power On Time Format you wish to use, then click the + and - buttons until the Time field displays the time at which you want the computer to turn on.
Page 247 Making Life Easier Changing the Display Mode 2 Click Control Panel. Windows 95 displays the Control Panel. 3 Double-click the Display icon. Windows 95 opens the Display Properties sheet. 4 Click the Settings tab to move to the Settings page. 5 Change the number of colors the display can show by changing the Color palette setting.
Page 248 Making Life Easier Changing the Display Mode...
Page 249: What Is A Computer
What Is a Computer? In one sense, your Satellite 200 Series is a computer. Technically speaking however, the processor chip, where the actual computing takes place, is the computer. All the other components are outside the computer because they either provide information to the pro- cessor or receive the results of the processor's computations.
Page 250: How Does A Disk Store Information
What’s Really Going On? How Does a Disk Store Information? the backup battery keeps track of everything for the next time you turn the computer on. The backup battery gets its charge from the main battery. The RTC (real-time clock) battery stores the computer's con- figuration information, which is stored in the RTC memory.
Page 251: How Big Is A Megabyte, Anyway
As hard disk capacities and memory sizes have increased, the difference has become much more significant. The hard disk that comes with the Satellite 200 Series computer holds approximately 772 megabytes. You can convert this to mil- lions of bytes by multiplying the number of megabytes (772) by the number of bytes in a megabyte (1,048,576).
Page 252: Displaying Colors
What’s Really Going On? How Does the Screen Display Information? and off subpixels is like blending the primary colors to create other colors. A pel formed by several pixels The smallest element that your programs can control is called a pel.
Page 253 What’s Really Going On? How Does the Screen Display Information? The video mode required by a program depends on: whether the program displays graphics or text. the resolution required for the text or graphics. the number of colors used. the font size (in pixels) of the text. Based on these requirements, computers recognize two categories of video modes: graphics modes and text modes.
Page 254: What Is Plug And Play
IRQ and memory addresses to assign. Since Plug and Play is an important part of Windows 95, your Satellite 200 Series computer lets you take advantage of all its features. What Really Happens When You Turn the...
Page 255 What’s Really Going On? What Really Happens When You Turn the Computer On?
Page 256 If all else fails, contact Toshiba at (800) 999-4273. If you are call- ing from outside the U.S., dial (714) 859-4273 . The end of this chapter details all the pertinent information for Toshiba’s support...
Page 257 If Something Goes Wrong Start with the Easy Problems Start with the Easy Problems The more you work with your computer, the more likely you are to encounter one or more of the following problems. Don’t panic! You can resolve them relatively easily. Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all opera- tions, chances are the program has stopped responding.
Page 258 If Something Goes Wrong Start with the Easy Problems Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the message, “Your program has performed an ille- gal 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 Windows 95 dis- plays.
Page 259: Problems Turning The Computer On
You disable sleep mode in MaxTime or TSETUP. Follow these steps to disable sleep mode using MaxTime: 3 Click Start, then point to Programs. 4 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click MaxTime. MaxTime displays the MaxTime battery gauge window. 5 Select Machine Settings from the MaxTime Options menu.
Page 260: Windows 95 Isn't Working
If Something Goes Wrong Windows 95 Isn’t Working board or touch the AccuPoint, nothing happens. You are probably in Resume Mode and have a software or resource conflict. When this happens, turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press or press the reset button.
Page 261 If Something Goes Wrong Windows 95 Isn’t Working To open the Windows 95 Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press when your computer starts. The Windows 95 Startup Menu displays the following options: Normal Logged (\BOOTLOG.TXT) Safe Mode Step-by-Step Confirmation Command Prompt Only Safe Mode Command Prompt Only If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup Menu...
Page 262: Safe Mode
If Something Goes Wrong Windows 95 Isn’t Working You or a Windows 95 expert can use this log file to check the load- ing and initializing of Windows 95 device drivers. A device driver is a file that contains information to help the computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) control opera- tions of devices connected to the system.
Page 263 If Something Goes Wrong Windows 95 Isn’t Working You need to verify all drivers are being loaded. You need to temporarily disable one or more specific driver. You need to check for errors in the startup files. Windows 95 uses a file called IO.SYS, which contains all the information needed to start the computer.
Page 264: What To Do With A Hardware Conflict
If Something Goes Wrong What to do with a Hardware Conflict Safe Mode Command Prompt Only Selecting Safe Mode Command Prompt Only bypasses the system startup files and displays the command prompt. Use this option under the following conditions: Windows 95 fails to start even in Safe Mode. You want to run MS-DOS commands such as edit to make changes to your startup files.
Page 265: A Plan Of Action
If Something Goes Wrong What to do with a Hardware Conflict mine the resource assignments for each device and to resolve the conflict. A Plan of Action The smooth operation of the system depends on the 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.
Page 266 If Something Goes Wrong What to do with a Hardware Conflict Similarly, the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Address (DMA). If two or more devices use the same DMA, the data required by one device overwrites the data required by the other.
Page 267: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong What to do with a Hardware Conflict Fixing a Problem with Device Manager Device manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Using Device Manager to change the default settings can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unus- able.
Page 268: Checking Device Properties
If Something Goes Wrong What to do with a Hardware Conflict Disabling a Device in Windows 95 To disable a device, follow these steps: 1 Click the My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties. Windows 95 displays the System Properties dialog box. 2 Click the Device Manager tab.
Page 269: Fixing Device Related Problems
System verification displays the following message for a few seconds as the computer tests memory: (C) Copyright 19>xx Toshiba Corp. All rights reserved. MEMORY TEST xxxxKB Successful Test Results If the system verifies that all components connected to the system are working properly, the computer beeps once then starts Windows 95.
Page 270: Where Do I Go From Here
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems Unsuccessful Test Results If the system verification test fails, the computer does one of the following: Stops updating the memory counter and does not proceed to display information or messages. Beeps once but displays no new messages. Displays random characters and does not function normally.
Page 271: Memory Card Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems The Keyboard page 285 The Display page 287 The AccuPoint page 286 The Disk Drives page 287 Optional Devices page 289 PC Cards page 290 Printers page 293 Modems page 294 Memory Card Problems Bad or improperly connected memory cards may also cause prob- lems with Windows 95.
Page 272: Power And The Batteries
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems Power and the Batteries Your computer receives its power through the built-in power sup- ply and power cord or from the system batteries (main battery, real-time clock (RTC) battery and backup battery). Power prob- lems are interrelated.
Page 273 If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on. If the numeric keypad or cursor con- trol light is on, press to turn off the cursor control light or to turn off the numeric keypad light. Make sure the programs you are using are not reassigning keys to other characters.
Page 274: The Disk Drives
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems The Display 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 acti- vate the screen. You may have activated the instant security feature by pressing .
Page 275 If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems Run ScanDisk, which analyzes the directories, files and File Allo- cation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds. To run ScanDisk, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, then point to System Tools.
Page 276: Optional Devices
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error message If you’re starting the computer from the hard disk, make sure there’s no diskette in the diskette drive. If you’re starting the computer from a diskette, the diskette in the drive doesn’t have the files necessary to start the computer.
Page 277: Card Information Structure
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems PC Cards 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.
Page 278: Resolving Pc Card Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems Every once in a while a defective PC Card slips through qual- ity control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is avail- able, 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 slots appear to be dead.
Page 279 If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems 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 PC Card icon on the taskbar. 2 Click Stop xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card.
Page 280 If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems Refer to “Connecting the Computer to the NoteDock” on page 226 for instructions. Printers This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer won’t print. If your printer is ECP- or IEEE 1284-compliant, make sure you have an IEEE 1284 printer cable.
Page 281 If Something Goes Wrong Fixing Device Related Problems mode. This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print. Contact the software manufacturer for more information. Modems A modem, fax/modem or fax/voice/modem is a serial device. This section lists common modem problems. The modem won’t receive or transmit properly.
Page 282: Develop Good Computing Habits
If Something Goes Wrong Develop Good Computing Habits If the modem is listed and has and exclamation point (!) next to it there may be a conflict with another device and that Windows 95 is unable to resolve the conflict. See the next section for sugges- tions on solving the conflict.
Page 283: If You Need Further Assistance
Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you’re using, it’s important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before contacting Toshiba: Review the troubleshooting information in your Windows 95 documentation. If the problem occurs while you are running a program, con- sult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting sugges-...
Page 284: Contacting Toshiba
Consult the dealer 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 1-800-457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you.
Page 285 You may use the following telephone number: 714-837-4408 The Toshiba World Wide Web Sites You can find Toshiba’s World Wide Web site on the Internet at the following URL locations: http://toshiba.computers.com for prod- uct information and http://pcsupport.tais.com for product support.
Page 286: Toshiba Voice Contact
Toshiba's Forum on CompuServe (CIS) gives you the opportunity to ask questions of system operators, to download information, and to access several Toshiba libraries that contain product infor- mation, user to user tips, and much more. To access the Toshiba Forum: 1 Log on to Compuserve.
Page 287 If Something Goes Wrong If You Need Further Assistance Toshiba's Worldwide Offices For additional help, contact one of these Toshiba offices: Argentina Australia Smart, S.A. Toshiba Australia Pty. Ltd. Mexico (Street) 630, Information Systems Division Buenos Aires, 1097 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde Argentina N.S.W.
Page 288 Personal Computers Italy 1-1, Shibaura 1-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-01 Japan Mexico Netherlands Toshiba de Mexico Toshiba Information Systems, Paseo de la Reforma no. 30, 4-Piso, Benelux B.V. Centro 06048 D.F. Rivium Boulevard Mexico City 41 2909 LK Capelle a/d Ussel...
Page 289 If Something Goes Wrong If You Need Further Assistance United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92718 United States For the most recent list of addresses, access Toshiba’s AUTOFAX system (see page 297).
Page 290 If Something Goes Wrong If You Need Further Assistance...
Page 291: Instant Password Security
The Hotkeys Hotkeys are keys that, pressed in combination with the key, turn system functions on and off. Hotkeys have a dark blue legend on the front of the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Instant Password Security Fn + This hotkey locks the keyboard and blanks the dis- play.
Page 292: Resume Mode
The Hotkeys Power Power Fn + This hotkey displays the battery save pop-up win- dow (in Windows 95 with MaxTime running) and switches among battery save modes: Full Power, Low Power, and User Settings. Resume Mode Fn + This hotkey displays the power-up pop-up window (in Windows 95 with MaxTime running) and turns Resume Mode on and off.
Page 293 The Hotkeys Display Display Fn + This hotkey alternates among the following dis- play options: Built-in Display Only, Simultaneous Display and External Monitor Only. When the computer is in Simultaneous mode, the external monitor will always be set to 800 by 600 SVGA mode. This is for compatibility with the internal LCD.
Page 294: The Display Dialog Box
MaxTime opens automatically each time you start Windows 95. If MaxTime is not already open, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click MaxTime. Upon opening, MaxTime displays the MaxTime battery gauge.
Page 295 MaxTime The Display Dialog Box The Display dialog box This dialog box controls the appearance of the MaxTime window. It provides four pages of display options, arranged like a stack of file folders. Each page of options has its own file folder tab. To view or change these options, click the corresponding tab.
Page 296: The Style Page
MaxTime The Display Dialog Box The Style Page The Style page The Style page controls the Display Style options: Window Behavior, Title Bar Style, and “On Title Bar” Options. The Window Behavior option controls where the MaxTime win- dow appears on your screen. The available settings are: Settings Description Normal (default)
Page 297 MaxTime The Display Dialog Box The Title Bar Style option controls the size of the MaxTime win- dow's title bar. The available settings are: Settings Description Regular (default) Displays the MaxTime title bar at full size. Mini Reduces the size of the MaxTime title bar. This setting is only available when you have the Display Style option set to Nor- mal or Always On Top.
Page 298: The Modules Page
MaxTime The Display Dialog Box The Modules Page The Modules page The Modules page controls the Display Modules options: Show and Stack. The Show option lets you choose which modules are displayed in the MaxTime window. The available modules are: Module Description Bar graph (default) Displays the current battery charge as a...
Page 299: The Size Page
MaxTime The Display Dialog Box If you choose more than one module for the Show option, the Stack option is activated. The available settings are: Settings Description Stack Modules Shows all selected modules at once. Cycle Modules Cycles between the selected modules. If you set the Show option to Cycle Modules, you can choose one or both of the following settings: Settings...
Page 300: The Alarms Dialog Box
MaxTime The Alarms Dialog Box The Alarms Dialog Box To open the Alarms dialog box, choose Alarms from the Max- Time Options menu. The Alarms dialog box This dialog box displays the options for the Low Battery Alarm and the Critical Battery Alarm on two separate pages, arranged like a stack of file folders.
Page 301: Alarm Options
MaxTime The Set Battery Charge Dialog Box Alarm Options The following table summarizes the options you can set in the Alarms dialog box: Option: Percent Remaining Threshold Settings: xx% (where xx is a percentage you set) Usage: Allows you to set the trigger point for the battery alarm. Option: Trigger Alarm Settings: Based on Percent Remaining Threshold Usage: Enables the battery alarm.
Page 302: Battery Charge Options
MaxTime The Set Battery Charge Dialog Box Button Function Cancel Cancels current settings and exits the dialog box. Help Accesses on-line help. Battery Charge Options The following table summarizes the battery charge options: Option: Battery Charge Settings: xx% (where xx is a percentage you set) Usage: Allows you to estimate the percentage of battery charge remain- ing.
Page 303: The Machine Settings Dialog Box
MaxTime The Machine Settings Dialog Box The Machine Settings Dialog Box To open the Machine Settings dialog box, choose Machine Set- tings from the MaxTime Options menu. The Machine Settings dialog box This dialog box controls the battery, sound control, and system configuration options.
Page 304: The Battery Options Page
MaxTime The Machine Settings Dialog Box The Battery Options Page The Battery Options page This page controls the battery options. The available options are: Option: Show Settings For Settings: Battery Power Operation or External Power Operation Usage: Shows settings for use with battery power operation or external power operation.
Page 305 MaxTime The Machine Settings Dialog Box Option: CPU Sleep Mode Settings: Enabled (Low Power default) or Disabled (Full Power default) Usage: If enabled, temporarily shuts down the processor when there are no processing requests, such as keyboard input or pointing device movement.
Page 306: The Sound Control Page
MaxTime The Machine Settings Dialog Box Option: Cooling Method Settings: Performance (Full Power default) or Quiet (Low Power default) Usage: Determines the method used to cool the computer’s processor chip. For more information see “Cooling Method” on page 142. The Sound Control Page The Sound Control page This page sets the sound control options.
Page 307: The System Configuration Page
MaxTime The Machine Settings Dialog Box Option: Enable System Beep Settings: Enabled (check) or Disabled (no check) Usage: Enables and disables the system beeps. The System Configuration Page The System Configuration page This page controls the system configuration options. The available options are: Option: Alarm Power On Settings: hour:minute...
Page 308 MaxTime The Machine Settings Dialog Box Option: Resume Mode Settings: Resume Mode (check) or Boot Mode (no check) Usage: Turns Resume Mode on and off. For more information, see “Start- ing Again Where You Left Off” on page 133. Option: Panel Power On/Off Settings: Enabled (check) or Disabled (no check) Usage: Turns the computer on/off when you open/close the computer's display panel.
Page 309: Hardware Setup
Hardware Setup To open Hardware Setup, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, then point to Programs. 2 Point to Toshiba Utilities, then click Hardware Setup. Hardware Setup displays the following dialog box: The Hardware Configuration dialog box...
Page 310: The Hardware Configuration Dialog Box
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Dialog Box The Hardware Configuration Dialog Box This dialog box displays system information. The values are calculated by the system and cannot be changed. It is for reference only. If a supervisor-level password is registered, you must enter it before you can use Hardware Setup.
Page 311: The Setup Section
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Dialog Box The SETUP section This section of the Hardware Configuration dialog box displays general information about the system: Information Discussion BIOS Version Indicates the version and date of the com- puter's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Configuration Indicates whether you're using the default configuration settings (Default Settings),...
Page 312: The Hdd Section
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box The HDD section This section shows that the hard disk is set to Enhanced IDE mode. This is for your information only and cannot be changed. The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box To open this dialog box, choose Hardware Options in the Hard- ware Configuration dialog box.
Page 313: The Legend Field
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box The Legend Field Each page of hardware configuration options has a Legend field. This field displays information to help you choose option settings. For example, when you choose the Keyboard page, the Legend field displays the following message: “The keyboard options facil- itate the configuration of both the internal and external (if one is attached) keyboards.”...
Page 314: The Parallel/Printer Page
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box The Parallel/Printer Page The Parallel/Printer page The Parallel/Printer page controls the computer's parallel port: Option: Printer Port Type Settings: ECP (default) or Standard Bi-directional Usage: Configures the parallel port to be used with a printer or other paral- lel device.
Page 315: The Pointing Devices Page
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box The Pointing Devices Page The Pointing Devices page The Pointing Devices page controls the pointing devices option. Option: Pointing Devices Settings: Auto-selected (default) or Simultaneous (This option does not affect serial pointing devices.) Usage: Lets you use the AccuPoint, an optional PS/2 pointing device con- nected to the NoteDock, or both.
Page 316: The Display Page
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box The Display Page Sample Display page The Display page controls the display options. The available set- tings are: Option: LCD Display Colors Settings: 222K Colors or 4096 Colors (default) Usage: Controls the number of colors available to the display. Restart: Y Option: Power On Display Settings: Internal/External (default) or Simultaneous...
Page 317: The Cpu Cache Page
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box Option: Text Mode Stretch Settings: Enabled or Disabled (default) Usage: Slightly modifies the spacing in MS-DOS programs so that the program uses the entire screen. With this option disabled, there is a small blank space at the top and bottom of the screen.
Page 318 Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box The Boot Priority Page The Boot Priority page This page controls the Boot Priority option. Option: Boot Priority Settings: FDD→HDD (default) or HDD→FDD Usage: Determines whether the system looks for the operating system first on the hard disk (HDD) or the diskette drive (FDD) when you turn the computer on.
Page 319: The Keyboard Page
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box The Keyboard Page The Keyboard page This page controls the keyboard options. Option: External Keyboard Fn Key Settings: Disable (default) Settings: Left-Ctrl + Left-Alt Settings: Right-Ctrl + Right-Alt Settings: Left-Alt + Left-Shift Settings: Right-Alt + Right-Shift Settings: Left-Alt + CapsLock Usage: Allows you to use the selected key combination to emulate the...
Page 320: The Password Page
Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box The Sound System Page The options on this page are grayed out and cannot be changed. Use the Sound, video and game controllers icon in Windows 95 Device Manager to change the sound system I/O Address and DMA Channel settings.
Page 321 Hardware Setup The Hardware Configuration Options Dialog Box...
Page 322 TSETUP Run TSETUP outside of Windows 95, at a system prompt. If you try to run TSETUP from an MS-DOS session under Windows 95, results can be unpredictable. 1 If you’re currently in Windows 95, click Start, then click Shut Down. 2 Click the button next to Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode and click Yes.
Page 323: Making Changes In Tsetup
TSETUP Making Changes in TSETUP SYSTEM SETUP BIOS VERSION = X.XX MEMORY I/O PORTS Total 8192KB Serial Port = COM1 (IRQ4/3F8H) Base 640KB Infrared Port = Not Used Extended 7360KB Parallel Port = LPT1 (378H) Shadow BIOS ROM 192KB Sound System = Address/IRQ/DMA DISPLAY OTHERS...
Page 324: Closing Tsetup
TSETUP Closing TSETUP Closing TSETUP To close TSETUP and keep your changes, press . When TSETUP asks you to confirm your action, press . TSETUP closes with your changes in effect and restarts the computer or returns you to the system prompt, depending on the changes you made. To close TSETUP without saving your changes, press .
Page 325 TSETUP DISPLAY DISPLAY This group configures the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and monitor port output. Option: Display Adaptor Settings: VGA Compatible (default) Usage: Automatically turns on the computer's internal display adapter. You cannot change this setting. Restart: N/A Option: LCD Display Mode Settings: Color (default) or Monochrome Usage: Controls whether the computer displays images in color or in black and white.
Page 326: Hard Disk
TSETUP HARD DISK Option: Power On Display Settings: Internal/External (default) or Simultaneous Usage: Controls whether the system sends output to the internal display, the external display, or both when you turn the computer on in boot mode. Restart: Y Option: Text Mode Stretch Settings: Enable or Disable (default) Usage: The screen has a height of 600 pixels.
Page 327 TSETUP PASSWORD PASSWORD This group lets you set or reset the user-level system password. For more information about the computer’s password features, see “Using a Password” on page 229. Settings: Registered or Not Registered (default) Restart: N If you set a new password, TSETUP offers you the chance to cre- ate a password service diskette.
Page 328 TSETUP I/O PORTS Option: Infrared Port Settings: COM1 (IRQ4/3F8H); COM2 (IRQ3/2F8H); COM3 (IRQ4/ 3E8H); COM4 (IRQ3/2E8H); or Not Used (default) Usage: Sets the IrDA port name that your transfer program uses to send and receive information. Restart: Y Option: Parallel Port Settings: LPT1 (378H) (default);...
Page 329 TSETUP I/O PORTS The following sound system options are in a drop -down list box that appears when you highlight Address/IRQ/DMA for the Sound System option: Option: I/O Address Settings: 220H (default); 230H; 240H; or 250H Usage: Lets you assign a unique Input/Output (I/O) address to the sound system.
Page 330 TSETUP OTHERS OTHERS This group allows you to set many other configuration options. Whether or not you need to use these options depends primarily on the software and devices you use. Option: Power-up Mode Settings: Resume or Boot (default) Usage: Alternates between Resume Mode and Boot Mode. Restart: N Option: CPU Cache Settings: Enabled (default) or Disabled...
Page 331 TSETUP OTHERS Option: Alarm Volume Settings: Off, Low, Medium, and High (default) Usage: Sets the volume at which the system’s alarms beep (such as the low battery alarm). This also affects sounds generated by any PC card modem installed. Restart: N Option: System Beep Settings: Enabled (default) or Disabled Usage: Enables and disables your software’s use of the system speaker.
Page 332 TSETUP OTHERS Option: External Keyboard “Fn” Key Equivalent Settings: Disabled (default) or left Ctrl + left Alt; right Ctrl + right Alt; left Alt + left Shift; right Alt + right Shift; left Alt + CapsLock Usage: Allows you to use the selected key combination to emulate the computer's Fn key on an external keyboard.
Page 333 TSETUP OTHERS The following battery save options appear in a drop-down list box when you highlight Battery Save Mode. You can only change the settings in this box if the Battery Save Mode is set to User Settings: Option: Processing Speed Settings: High (default) or Low Usage: Sets the speed at which the Central Processing Unit (CPU) pro- cesses information.
Page 334 TSETUP OTHERS Option: System Auto Off Settings: Time periods of 10, 20, 30 (Low Power default), 40, 50 and 60 minutes or Disabled (Full Power default) Usage: Turns the system off if you haven't used the computer for the time set.
Page 335 TSETUP OTHERS Option: Panel Close Alarm Settings: Enabled (default) or Disabled Usage: Enables and disables the alarm that sounds when you close the display panel while the computer is on. For more information, see “How and When to Turn the Computer Off” on page 107. Restart: N...
Page 336 TSETUP OTHERS...
Page 337: Diagnostic Test
Diagnostic Test This chapter explains how to use the diagnostic test program TDIAGS.EXE to determine if your system components are work- ing properly. Use the diagnostic test if you have a problem you could not iden- tify with the tips listed in the chapter “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 269.
Page 338: Starting The Diagnostic Test
Select- Bay. To swap drives, see “Swapping Drives in the SelectBay” on page 104. 4 Put the Toshiba Companion Diskette in drive A and press Ctrl After a moment, the computer displays a Welcome screen.
Page 339: Choosing Test Options
The Diagnostic Test Choosing Test Options 6 Use the arrow keys to select Run Diagnostics and press Enter TDIAGS asks you to confirm that you want to run the diagnostic test. 7 To run the diagnostic test, press (for yes), and press Enter The following sections explain the diagnostic test options.
Page 340: Test Sequence
The Diagnostic Test Test Sequence 3 To test the hard disk, type and press . Otherwise, type Enter and press Enter The hard disk test overwrites a portion of the information stored on the disk. Back up any important files before you test the hard disk.
Page 341: System Functions And Memory
The Diagnostic Test Test Sequence HDD (hard disk drive) test printer test While a test is in progress, the program displays: IN PROGRESS TSSDSS where T indicates the test number, the first SS indicates the subtest number, D indicates the drive (if tested), and the second SS indi- cates the hardware status.
Page 342: Character Attributes
The Diagnostic Test Test Sequence Character Attributes When the memory test completes, the diagnostic test displays the following screen: CHARACTER ATTRIBUTES NEXT LINE SHOWS NORMAL DISPLAY. NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN NEXT LINE SHOWS INTENSIFIED DISPLAY. IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII NEXT LINE SHOWS REVERSE DISPLAY. RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR NEXT LINE SHOWS BLINKING DISPLAY. BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB BLUE MAGENTA...
Page 343: The Diagnostic Test
The Diagnostic Test Test Sequence The display screen should look like the following: First character set test screen If the screen matches this illustration, go to the next character set test by pressing . If your screen doesn't match the diagnostic Enter test display, write down the differences and contact your dealer.
Page 344: Graphics Capabilities
The Diagnostic Test Test Sequence Graphics Capabilities The next subtests check the screen's graphic capabilities for each of the computer's graphics modes. During the test, the resolution and mode number appear above an image representing the mode's capabilities. The number inside the brackets is the mode number.
Page 345: Diskette Drives
The Diagnostic Test Test Sequence Diskette Drives If you selected the diskette drive test, you see a prompt that asks you to insert a disk into each drive you want to test. Insert a formatted, write-enabled diskette into each drive(s). This test may destroy all information on the diskettes.
Page 346 The Diagnostic Test Test Sequence Hard Disk If the diskette drive(s) test is successful and you selected the hard disk drive test, the hard disk test displays this message: HARD DISK TEST IN PROGRESS 805100 If an error occurs, the test displays the ABORTED message. Write down all messages and highlighted numbers and consult your dealer.
Page 347: Exiting The Diagnostic Menus
1 When TDIAGS completes system components testing, type and press Enter TDIAGS returns you to the Main menu. 2 Remove the Toshiba Companion Diskette from the dis- kette drive and press or the reset button to Ctrl restart the computer.
Page 348: Built-In Features
Features and Specifications This appendix lists the features of the Satellite 200 Series com- puter and summarizes its specifications. Built-in Features This section lists the Satellite 200 Series features. Technology and Processor Microprocessor 100 MHz, 2.9 volt/3.3 volt Intel Pentium with 16 KB write-back internal cache.
Page 349 Built-in Features Video Graphics Chips & Technologies F65550 SVGA Controller graphics controller with a 32-bit VESA local bus supports BiTBLT accelerator, high-resolution, high-color video modes listed in Appendix D “Video Modes” on page 391; 2 MB VRAM using 5 volt, 60 ns DRAM memory.
Page 350: Storage Capacity
Built-in Features Storage Capacity 3.5-inch external Accommodates both 1.44 MB, high- diskette drive density (2HD) and 720 KB, double-density (2DD) diskettes. Hard disk 2.5-inch integrated Enhanced IDE drive and controller provides non-volatile stor- age for 810 million bytes (722 MB) on all models.
Page 351: Standard Hardware
Built-in Features NoteDock™ This 176-pin port supports an optional NoteDock that contains a number of ports and two PC card slots, and supports an ID function for use with Windows 95. When customizing multiple docking configura- tions, Windows 95 is able to identify the connected unit.
Page 352: Standard Software
Built-in Features Keyboard The enhanced 82-key (84-key in Europe) keyboard emulates the IBM PS/2 keyboard and includes embedded numeric and cur- sor control overlays and dedicated cursor control keys. Sound ESS Technologies ES688, Yamaha OPL3 (YMF262), and Yamaha D/A converter (YAC512) are compatible with SoundBlaster Pro.
Page 353: Special Features
Electronic Provides an easy-to-use version of the Documentation Satellite 200 Series User’s Guide in hypertext form. Load this manual into memory whenever you have questions about the computer.
Page 354: Power Devices
Optional Accessories and Devices Microsoft Windows Documents the Windows 95 operating 95 documentation system Optional Accessories and Devices This section lists the options available for the Satellite 200 Series computer. Power Devices Battery charger Charges extra battery packs. Additional battery...
Page 355: Specifications
Specifications NoteDock™ Optional docking station that provides (optional) access to the following: headphone jack, external diskette drive port, PS/2 mouse port, PS/2 keyboard port, two type III PC card slots, audio line-in jack, audio line out jack, serial port, video port, parallel port, MIDI/joystick port, AC in and security lock slot.
Page 356 Specifications...
Page 357: Usa And Canada
Power Cord Connectors The Satellite 200 Series computer features a universal power sup- ply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom...
Page 358 The direct line to the CPU is called an Interrupt ReQuest (IRQ) level or channel. You'll hear both terms used by technical experts. They mean the same thing. The following table lists the IRQ level assignments for the Satellite 200 Series computer: Notes Timer...
Page 359: Dma Channel Assignments
DMA Channel Assignments Notes Available Choice for Sound System, PC card 3.5-inch diskette drive LPT1 Choice for Sound System (default), ECP, or PC card Real-time clock Software redirect to INT 0Ah Choice for Sound System, ECP, or PC card Reserved Choice for Sound System (default), CD- ROM drive, ECP, or PC...
Page 360 Input/Output Port Address Assignments The following table lists the Satellite 200 Series computer's DMA channel assignments. DMA Use Notes Reserved Choice for Sound System Reserved This is the Sound System default, or ECP 3.5-inch diskette drive, or Reserved Choice for Sound or...
Page 361 Input/Output Port Address Assignments Port Address(h) Device/Function Notes 020-03F 82C59: PIC 1 040-05F 82C54: Timer 060-06F Keyboard Controller 060 and 064 are KBC; 061 is system status port NMI mask register 070-07F Real Time Clock 080-09F DMA page register 0A0-0BF 82C59: PIC 2 0C0-0DF 82C37: DMA Controller...
Page 362 Input/Output Port Address Assignments Port Address(h) Device/Function Notes 250-25F Not used Available for Sound System 260-277 Not used 278-27F LPT2 280-2E7 Not used 2E8-2EF Serial Port or Infrared Port (COM4) 2F0-2F7 Not used 2F8-2FF Serial Port or Infrared Port (COM2) 300-33F Not used 340-35F...
Page 363 Input/Output Port Address Assignments Port Address(h) Device/Function Notes 3E0-3E7 Not used 3F0-3F7 3.5-inch diskette drive I/O ports 3F6 and 3F7 controller are used for the HDC also 3E8-3EF Serial Port or Infrared Port (COM3) 3F8-3FF Serial Port or Infrared Port (COM1) 400-47F Not used 480-49F...
Page 364 Input/Output Port Address Assignments Part III: Appendixes...
Page 365 Video Modes This appendix lists the video modes supported by the Satellite 200 Series display adapter, and identifies the characteristics of each mode. The columns of the following tables are defined as follows: Mode is the mode number in hexadecimal, and is generally used by programmers to specify video modes in programs.
Page 366 Video Modes Video Modes This table lists the video modes for the Satellite 200 Series computers. 640 by 480 modes will not use the entire area of the built-in display. In DOS, there will be a blank band at the upper and lower edges of the screen using these modes.
Page 367 Video Modes Internal LCD External Monitor Mode Type Resolution Grid Colors Grid Colors Scan Freq (hex) (pelxpel) (pelxpel) hor/vert 640 x 350 8 x 14 16/222K 8 x 14 16/256K 31.5KHz/70Hz Graph 640 x 480 8 x 16 2/222K 8 x 16 2/256K 31.5KHz/60Hz Graph...
Page 368 Video Modes Internal LCD External Monitor Mode Type Resolution Grid Colors Grid Colors Scan Freq (hex) (pelxpel) (pelxpel) hor/vert SVGA 800 x 600 8 x 16 8 x 16 32K/32K 37.9KHz/60Hz Graph SVGA 800 x 600 8 x 16 8 x 16 64k/64k 37.9KHz/60Hz Graph...
Page 369 Video Modes Part III: Appendixes...
Page 370 Using Windows for Workgroups If you selected Windows for Workgroups when you first started your computer, it may seem that there is nothing in this manual for you. This is not the case. Many of the instructions for Windows 95 procedures are very similar to those you use in Windows for Workgroups.
Page 371: What's On The Screen
Using Windows for Workgroups What’s on the Screen? Program Manager is the gateway to your programs and all the other features of Windows for Workgroups. This section describes the features of Program Manager. Many of these features, such as the menu bar and minimize button, are also present in other pro- grams you run under Windows for Workgroups.
Page 372: Starting Programs
Double-clicking a program icon starts the program repre- sented by the icon. Program groups contain one or more icons representing related programs. For example, the Toshiba Utilities program group contains Toshiba programs, such as MaxTime and Hardware Setup. Double-clicking a program group icon opens the program group represented by the icon.
Page 373 Workgroups. There is no Windows for Workgroups equiva- lent for Microsoft’s Windows 95 Create System Disks program. To start Master Disk Creator, double-click the Master Disk Creator icon in Program Manager’s Toshiba Utilities program group. MaxTime MaxTime opens automatically each time you start Windows for Workgroups.
Page 374 Running Programs Described in the Guide Hardware Setup To start Hardware Setup, double-click the Hardware Setup icon in Program Manager’s Toshiba Utilities program group. Once you’ve opened Hardware Setup, it operates as described throughout this manual, with one exception. Windows for Work- groups doesn’t have Device Manager.
Page 375 “TSETUP” on page 341. Fn-esse To open Fn-esse, double-click the Fn-esse icon in Program Man- ager’s Toshiba Utilities program group. Once you’ve opened Fn-esse, it operates as described in “Starting Programs Faster” on page 241, except as follows. When you’re using Fn-esse under Windows for Workgroups, there is no Application Explorer dialog box.
Page 376: Turning The Power Off
6 Click OK. magiCDisc To open magiCDisc, double-click the magiCDisc icon in Program Manager’s Toshiba Utilities program group. Once you’ve opened magiCDisc, it operates as described in “Managing Your CD- ROMs” on page 160. Turning the Power Off This section describes different ways to turn the computer off.
Page 377: Using Optional Devices In Windows For Workgroups
Using Optional Devices in Windows for Workgroups Turning the Computer Off When you’re ready to turn the computer off, assuming Resume Mode isn’t turned on, follow these steps: 1 Save your files and close any programs you’re using. 2 In Program Manager, press Alt + F4 to exit Windows. 3 Wait for MS-DOS to display the command prompt.
Page 378: Resolving Resource Conflicts
See the CardWizard documentation for instructions for set- ting up PC Card support. These programs were specifically designed for your Toshiba computer. Even if your PC Card comes with its own Card and Socket Services programs, try the programs included with your computer first.
Page 379: Creating A New Bookmark
Getting Help Reading a Selected Topic To read a section of the Windows QuickStart 3.11 Edition: Select a part of the book, click its index tab or click Contents and select the section from the list displayed. To move to the beginning of the table of contents, click Contents.
Page 380 Getting Help If the name is already assigned to another bookmark, the pro- gram displays a message. Type the new bookmark name and choose OK. The electronic book program creates a consecutively numbered bookmark and places it in the text at the upper edge of the “book.” To view a marked section, click its assigned bookmark and the program switches to the corresponding text location.
Page 381: Searching For A Topic
Getting Help Searching for a Topic The quick start book has a full-text search feature, which can locate every topic that contains a word or phrase you are looking for. To use the full-text search feature, follow these steps: 1 Choose Search and type the word or phrase in the Search Word field.
Page 382 Getting Help 2 Choose Run from the File menu and type the command line a:\install Windows for Work Groups displays the Run dialog box. 3 In the Run dialog box, and choose OK and follow the instructions on the screen to define the location of the files. If the directory you choose does not exist, the installation program creates it for you.

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