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Toshiba Tecra 9000 Series User Manual

Toshiba Tecra 9000 Series User Manual (294 pages)

9000 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.85 MB

Table of Contents

Type of Service
5
Fax Branding
6
If Problems Arise
6
Telephone Company Procedures
6
Wireless Interoperability
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Regulatory Information
9
Interference Statement
10
Safety Instructions
11
Energy Star Compliance
14
Table of Contents
15
Introduction
23
- This Guide
  24
- Safety Icons
  25
- Other Icons Used
  26
- Other Documentation
  27
- Service Options
  28
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around

29
- Making Sure You Have Everything
  29
- Finding Where Everything Is Located
  30
  - Front with the Display Panel Closed
    30
  - Back with Rear Panel Closed
    31
  - Back with Rear Panel Open
    32
  - Right Side
    33
  - Left Side
    34
  - Front with the Display Panel Open
    35
  - Underside
    37
- Indicator Panel Lights
  38
  - System Indicator Panel Lights
    38
  - Keyboard Indicator Panel Lights
    40
Chapter 2: Getting Started

41
- Selecting a Place to Work
  41
  - Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
    41
  - Keeping Yourself Comfortable
    43
    
    Seating and Posture
    44
    
    Work Habits
    45
- Other Precautions
  46
- Setting up Your Computer
  47
- Turning on the Computer
  51
  - Opening the Display Panel
    51
  - Turning on the Power
    51
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  52
  - Disabling the Network Port
    53
  - Setting up Your Software
    53
  - Completing Installation
    54
- Shutting down the Computer
  55
  - Power down Tips
    56
Chapter 3: Connecting Other External Devices

57
Chapter 4: Learning the Basics

85
- Computing Tips
  85
- Windows Basics
  87
  - Logging on to Windows® 2000
    87
- Using the Keyboard
  88
  - Character Keys
    88
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    89
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    89
  - Function Keys
    90
  - Windows Special Keys
    90
  - Overlay Keys
    91
- Using the Accupoint II
  93
- Using the TOSHIBA Console Button
  94
- Starting a Program
  96
- Saving Your Work
  96
- Printing Your Work
  97
- Using a Compact Disc Drive
  98
  - Inserting Compact Discs
    99
  - Removing Compact Discs
    101
  - Caring for Cds and Dvds
    102
- Using PC Cards
  103
  - Hot Swapping
    103
- Using SD Media Cards
  104
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  104
- Using a Computer Lock
  105
- Caring for Your Computer
  106
  - Cleaning the Computer
    106
  - Moving the Computer
    107
- Power down Options
  107
  - Using Hibernation Mode
    108
  - Using Standby Command
    111
  - Standby Mode Hot Key
    112
  - Restarting a Computer in a Special Shutdown Mode
    112
Chapter 5: Power Management

113
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  113
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  113
  - Charging the Batteries
    114
  - Monitoring Battery Power
    115
- What to Do When the Battery Alarm Sounds
  117
- Changing Batteries
  118
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  120
  - Safety Precautions
    120
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    121
  - Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
    121
- Conserving Power
  122
  - Power Usage Modes in Windows 2000
    123
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Usage Mode
    123
- Additional Options for Power
  124
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options

125
- Setting up Windows to Work with Your Printer
  125
  - Setting up Windows 2000 to Work with Your Printer
    126
- Exploring Audio Features
  127
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    127
  - Recording Sounds
    128
  - Adjusting Recording Quality
    129
  - Playing an Audio CD-ROM
    130
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  132
  - Setting up for Communications
    132
  - Determining the Com Port
    133
  - Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
    134
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    134
    
    Setting up a Wireless Connection
    136
    
    Using Bluetooth
    136
  - Toshiba's Online Resources
    138
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  139
  - The Internet
    139
  - The World Wide Web
    139
  - Internet Service Providers
    140
  - Connecting to the Internet
    140
  - Surfing the Internet
    141
  - Internet Features
    141
  - Uploading and Downloading Files from the Internet
    142
Chapter 7: Windvd

143
- Playing Dvds
  143
  - Using the Windvd Toolbar
    145
  - Using the Windvd Status Bar
    145
  - Using the Windvd Control Panel
    146
  - Using the Control Panel Playback Buttons
    147
  - Maximizing the Video Window
    149
- Using Playlists
  150
- Customizing Windvd
  152
  - Setting General Properties
    153
  - Setting Audio Properties
    154
  - Setting Display Properties
    156
  - Customizing the Control Panel
    157
- Using Windvd Advanced Features
  157
  - Zooming in
    161
  - Panning
    162
  - Zooming out
    162
  - Adjusting the Color Balance
    163
- Launching an Internet Browser from Windvd
  164
- Getting Help
  164
- Exiting Windvd
  164
Chapter 8: Toshiba Utilities

165
- Fn-Esse
  166
- Hardware Setup
  171
- System Setup
  174
- Power Saver
  175
- Mobile Extension
  178
Chapter 9: Keeping Your Files Safe

181
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Guide

199
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  199
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  200
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  203
  - Using the Windows 2000 Troubleshooting Feature
    203
  - A Plan of Action
    204
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    204
    
    Plug and Play
    205
    
    Checking Device Properties
    206
  - Memory Card Problems
    207
  - Power and the Batteries
    208
  - Keyboard Problems
    209
  - Accupoint II Problems
    211
  - Display Problems
    211
  - Disk Drive Problems
    213
  - Modem Problems
    215
  - Problems with the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive
    216
  - Sound System Problems
    217
  - Optional Devices
    218
  - PC Card Problems
    218
  - Resolving Pc Card Problems
    219
  - Printer Problems
    221
- Internet Problems
  222
- DVD Operating Problems-Windows 2000
  223
- Windvd Problems
  226
  - General Issues
    226
  - Content Issues
    228
  - Minimum System Requirements
    228
- Developing Good Computing Habits
  229
- Use Virtualtech
  230
- If You Need Further Assistance
  232
  - Before You Call
    232
  - Contacting Toshiba
    232
  - Toshiba Voice Contact
    233
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  234
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  235
Appendix A: Windows® 98SE Supplemental Information

239
- Set up Steps
  240
- Setting up Your Printer
  241
- Turning off the Computer
  244
- Safe Mode
  253
Appendix B: Hot Keys

261
- Instant Password Security
  262
- Without a Password
  262
- With a Password
  262
- Power Usage Mode
  263
- Standby Mode
  264
- Hibernation Mode
  264
- Display Modes
  265
- Display Brightness
  265
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  266
Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors

267
Appendix D: Video Modes

269
- Glossary
  273
- Index
  287

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