Toshiba 1805 User Manual

Satellite

1800/1805

Series User’s Guide

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TOSHIBA

C6601-0901M1

Model: Satellite 1800/1805 Series

Compact Disk-ReWritable

The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk-ReWritable (CD-RW), one of the most adv anced storage technologies av ailable. As with any new technology , you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage.

TOSHIBA AMER ICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERA TION OF THE PR ODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIB A, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PR OGRAMS, D ATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.

Protection of Stored Data

For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR D AT A IS ALTERED OR

LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER ST ORA GE DEVICES AND THE DATA CA NNO T BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMA GE OR LOSS OF D AT A , OR ANY O THER DAMA GE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR D AT A, PLEASE BE SURE T O CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIB A DISCLAIMS AN Y LIABILITY FOR THE F AILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTL Y.

Critical Applications

The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

ACCORDINGLY , T OSHIB A, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICA T IONS. IF Y OU USE THE COMPUTER PROD UCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NO T T OSHIB A, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.

FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❖ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver . ❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be

attached to this computer. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, video jack, USB ports,

PS/2

port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this

equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by

Toshiba could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation. Contact: T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc.

9740 Irvine Blvd.

Irvine, CA 92618-1697

(949) 583-3000

Industry Canada Requirement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

FCC Requirements

The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems.

Installation

When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information:

❖ The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem. ❖ The FCC registration number of the modem. ❖ The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.6B.

The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C.

Type of Service

Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs. If you have an y questions about your telephone line, such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will provide this information upon request.

Telephone Company Procedures

The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.

If Problems Arise

If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representativ e of T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc.

Disconnection

If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.

Fax Branding

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or indi vidual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity or individual.

In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message.

Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment

1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This

certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications

network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the

appropriate Terminal Equipment T echnical Requirements document(s). The

Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s

satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to

be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company . The

equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.

The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions

may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative

designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to

this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the

telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the

equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground

connections of the power utility , telephone lines and internal metallic water

pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be

particularly important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority , or electrician, as appropriate.

2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s Ringer

Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the following:

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.3. NOTICE: The Ringer Equiv alence Number (REN) assigned to each

terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.

Wireless Interoperability

The T oshiba W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card prod ucts are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Re vision B), as defined and

approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖ The Wireless Fidelity (W i-Fi

Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.

) certification as defined by the WECA

Wireless LAN and your Health

Wireless LAN products, like other radio de vices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The le vel of ener gy emitted by W ireless LAN de vices however is far much less than the electromagnetic ener gy emitted b y wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba belie v es W ireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensi ve research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of W ireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or ❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or

services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a

specific organization or en vironment (e.g., airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.

Regulatory Information

The T oshiba W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.

Canada – Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not

cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired

operation.

Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the Toshiba W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nev ertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When using this de vice in combination with Wireless LAN Outdoor Antenna products, a certain

separation distance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance. The distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm.

Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information.

The T oshiba W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequenc y exposure limits.

Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.

Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy . If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However , there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❖ Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver . ❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

T oshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.

The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.

Approved Countries for use

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig.1.

Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland Germany Iceland Ireland Japan Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Sweden Switzerland UK USA Greece Italy France Poland Portugal Spain

Caution: Do not use this equipment except in the countries in Fig.1.

CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW Safety Instructions

The CD-ROM, D VD-R OM, and D VD-ROM/CD-RW drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

T o pre vent direct e xposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Location of the required label

Sample shown below . (Location of the label and manuf acturing information may vary.)

CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a

“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This guide is copyrighted by T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

Export Administration Regulation

This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.

Notice

The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice.

TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TOR T, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

Trademarks

Satellite, Noteworthy, and Fn-Esse are registered trademarks, Ask IRIS Online, SelectServ, VirtualTech, FreedomWare are trademarks, and InTouch is a service mark of T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc. Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox, Inc. LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, W indows Millennium Edition, W indo ws XP, Windows XP

Pro, DirectX, Active Desktop, and DirectShow are re gistered trademarks, and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

PS/2 and W ake on LAN are re gistered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

RingCentral is a registered trademark of Ring Zero Systems, Inc. Soundblaster Pro is a registered trademark of Creative Labs, Inc. SP ANworks 2000

™

Wi-Fi

is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance. WinDVD™ is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. TouchPad™ is a registered trademark of Synaptics. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

™

is a trademark of SP ANw orks, U.S.A.

Computer Disposal Information

This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at

www.eiae.or g.

Introduction............................................................................... 23

This guide............................................................................... 23

Safety icons............................................................................ 24

Other icons used............................................................... 25

Other documentation............................................................ 25

Service options...................................................................... 26

Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ..................................... 27

Making sure you have everything........................................ 27

Front with the display closed................................................ 28

Back........................................................................................ 29

Right side............................................................................... 31

Left side.................................................................................. 32

Front with the display open .................................................. 34

Status panel....................................................................... 35

Shortcut buttons............................................................... 36

System indicator panel..................................................... 36

Front panel controls.......................................................... 37

CD/DVD/Media Player power switch .............................. 38

Underside............................................................................... 40

Chapter 2: Getting Started........................................................ 41

Selecting a place to work...................................................... 41

Creating a computer-friendly environment.................... 41

Keeping yourself comfortable.......................................... 42

Precautions ....................................................................... 46

Setting up your computer.................................................... 47

Installing additional memory (optional).......................... 48

Removing a memory module ......................................... 50

Connecting a mouse ........................................................ 52

Connecting a keyboard .................................................... 53

Connecting a printer......................................................... 53

Connecting the AC adapter.............................................. 54

Charging the battery ............................................................. 56

Using the computer for the first time.................................. 57

Opening the display panel................................................ 57

Turning on the power ....................................................... 57

Using the TouchPad ......................................................... 59

Setting up your software.................................................. 60

Registering your computer.............................................. 61

Setting up a printer........................................................... 62

Customizing your computer’s settings........................... 65

Turning off the computer...................................................... 66

Caring for your computer..................................................... 67

Cleaning the computer..................................................... 67

Moving the computer....................................................... 67

Using a computer lock..................................................... 68

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics................................................ 69

Computing tips...................................................................... 69

Using the keyboard............................................................... 70

Character keys .................................................................. 71

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys......................................................... 71

Function keys.................................................................... 71

Windows special keys...................................................... 72

Overlay keys...................................................................... 72

Starting a program................................................................ 73

Saving your work .................................................................. 74

Printing your work................................................................. 75

Using diskettes ...................................................................... 76

Inserting and removing diskettes.................................... 76

Caring for diskettes........................................................... 77

Backing up your files............................................................. 77

Copying to a diskette............................................................. 77

Using your CD or DVD drive ................................................ 78

Drive components and control buttons.......................... 79

Inserting a disc.................................................................. 80

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD............................. 83

Playing an audio CD.......................................................... 84

Playing a DVD.................................................................... 86

Removing a disc ............................................................... 86

Caring for CDs and DVDs................................................. 87

Setting up for communications ........................................... 87

Using the modem............................................................. 88

Using the LAN................................................................... 89

Connecting your computer to a network........................ 90

Accessing the Wi-Fi™ Mini PCI Module......................... 92

Powering down the computer ............................................. 93

Turn off computer command .......................................... 93

Hibernation command...................................................... 93

Standby command........................................................... 94

Using the Turn Off Computer command........................ 95

Using Hibernation............................................................. 96

Using Standby................................................................... 98

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing.................................................. 99

Toshiba’s energy-saver design............................................. 99

Managing power usage........................................................ 99

Running the computer on battery power.......................... 100

Using additional battery packs....................................... 100

Battery safety precautions.............................................. 100

Maximizing battery life ................................................... 101

Charging batteries............................................................... 101

Charging the main battery ............................................. 102

Charging the RTC battery............................................... 102

Monitoring battery power................................................... 103

Determining remaining battery power.......................... 103

Conserving battery power.............................................. 104

What to do when the battery runs low ......................... 104

Changing the main battery................................................. 105

Removing the battery..................................................... 106

Inserting a charged battery............................................ 107

Disposing of used batteries safely..................................... 107

Traveling tips........................................................................ 108

Chapter 5: Getting to Know Windows XP............................. 109

Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop....................................... 110

Finding your way around the desktop.......................... 110

Windows® XP file system............................................. 113

Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad pointing device ............... 114

Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet.............................. 116

Lesson 4: Creating a new document................................. 117

Lesson 5: Creating a new folder........................................ 119

Lesson 6: Starting programs............................................. 120

Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows. 122

Using the taskbar............................................................ 123

Minimizing and maximizing windows.......................... 123

Resizing and moving windows..................................... 124

Lesson 8: Closing programs.............................................. 125

Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts............................................. 126

Creating a shortcut to the Calculator............................. 126

Creating a shortcut to the Character Map .................... 127

Lesson 10: Changing the screensaver.............................. 129

Lesson 11: Setting the date and time................................ 131

Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop............. 132

Lesson 13: Using System Restore.................................... 134

Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?............................... 135

Windows XP Help........................................................... 135

Using the online tours and tutorials .............................. 137

Lesson 15: Turning off your computer.............................. 139

Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options........................................ 141

Windows XP special features............................................. 141

Personalizing your desktop................................................ 142

Customizing the taskbar................................................. 142

Personalizing individual windows ................................. 144

Adding a background to a window ............................... 144

Customizing window toolbars....................................... 144

Displaying information about each folder..................... 146

Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse.................... 147

Connecting to a local area network ................................... 147

Accessing a LAN............................................................. 147

Setting up the connection .............................................. 148

Setting up a wireless connection................................... 148

Exchanging data with another computer.......................... 148

Transferring files using a parallel port connection ....... 148

Connecting to the Internet.................................................. 149

Making the physical connection.................................... 149

Signing up with an Internet Service Provider............... 151

Getting started................................................................. 152

Using the Internet................................................................ 152

The Internet...................................................................... 153

The World Wide Web..................................................... 153

Surfing the Internet......................................................... 153

Internet features.............................................................. 154

Uploading and downloading files from the Internet .... 154

Toshiba’s online resources................................................. 155

Conducting an electronic meeting .................................... 155

Exploring video features .................................................... 156

Viewing presentations or DVD movies on a TV .......... 156

Exploring audio features..................................................... 158

Recording sounds.......................................................... 158

Using a microphone....................................................... 158

Adjusting recording quality............................................ 159

Using external speakers or headphones...................... 160

Using PC Cards................................................................... 161

PC Card supporting software........................................ 162

Inserting PC Cards.......................................................... 162

Removing PC Cards....................................................... 164

Hot swapping.................................................................. 164

Emulating a full-size keyboard........................................... 165

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 167

Fn-esse................................................................................. 167

Starting Fn-esse.............................................................. 168

Assigning a key to a program or document................. 169

Viewing existing key assignments................................ 171

Changing or removing existing key assignments ....... 171

Toshiba Hardware Setup .................................................... 172

Toshiba Power Saver.......................................................... 174

Chapter 8: WinDVD 2000....................................................... 175

Playing DVDs....................................................................... 175

Using the WinDVD toolbar ............................................ 177

Using the WinDVD status bar........................................ 178

Using the WinDVD control panel.................................. 178

Using the control panel playback buttons.................... 179

Maximizing the video window....................................... 181

Using playlists ..................................................................... 182

Creating playlists............................................................. 182

Loading and playing playlists ........................................ 183

Resuming normal playback after using playlists......... 184

Customizing WinDVD......................................................... 184

Setting general properties.............................................. 185

Setting audio properties................................................. 186

Setting display properties .............................................. 188

Using WinDVD advanced features .................................... 189

Zooming in ...................................................................... 193

Zooming out.................................................................... 193

Panning............................................................................ 193

Adjusting the color balance............................................ 194

Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD................. 194

Getting help.......................................................................... 194

Exiting WinDVD................................................................... 195

Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong .................................. 197

Problems that are easy to fix.............................................. 197

Problems when you turn on the computer....................... 200

Windows XP problems....................................................... 200

Using startup options to fix problems........................... 201

Internet problems............................................................ 202

Windows XP operating system can help you.............. 202

Resolving a hardware conflict............................................ 203

A plan of action................................................................ 204

Resolving hardware conflicts on your own.................. 204

Fixing a problem with Device Manager......................... 206

Memory card problems ................................................. 207

Power problems ............................................................. 208

Keyboard problems........................................................ 209

Display problems............................................................ 210

Disk drive problems........................................................ 212

CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive problems............................ 214

Sound system problems................................................ 215

PC Card problems........................................................... 215

Printer problems............................................................. 218

Modem problems........................................................... 219

Develop good computing habits........................................ 220

Using VirtualTech................................................................. 222

If you need further assistance............................................ 223

Before you call................................................................. 223

Contacting Toshiba ......................................................... 224

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ................................. 225

Toshiba’s worldwide offices............................................... 225

Appendix A: Hot Keys............................................................. 229

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors.................................. 233

Glossary................................................................................... 235

Index......................................................................................... 251

Introduction

W elcome to the world of po werful and portable multimedia computers! With your ne w Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go.

Your system comes with either Windows XP Home or W indo ws XP Pro. This user's guide contains information for both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba computer . F or more specific information on the operating system, see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with your computer.

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:

❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specific

information.

If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read the first few chapters to familiarize yourself

Safety icons

with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most.

Safety icons

This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. The safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows:

DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.

WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.

CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety instruction is not observed.

NOTE: This icon indicates information that relates to the safe operation of the equipment or related items.

Other icons used

Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information:

TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about the unit.

HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.

DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.

Service options

T oshiba of fers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ T oshiba's Web site at www.Toshiba.com.

If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If

Something Goes Wrong” on page 197.

warranty programs. For more information, visit

Chapter 1

Finding Your Way Around

This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your Satellite computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer.

Making sure you have everything

Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card that shipped with your computer to make sure you received e verything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately . For additional help, see “If you need further

assistance” on page 223.

Finding Your Way Around

Front with the display closed

Display latch

Speaker Speaker

The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. T o open the display panel, slide the latch to the right and raise the panel.

The speakers let you hear the computer’s audio output —such as system alarms associated with your software and music from audio CDs or DVDs.

The front panel contr ols perform sev eral functions, depending on the position of the CD/DVD/Media Player po wer switch. For more information, see “Front panel controls” on page 37.

The diskette drive allo ws you to use either high-density or double-density 3.5-inch diskettes.

Front panel controls Diskette drive

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Finding Your Way Around

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DC-IN jack LAN port PS/2 port TV-out jack

Infrared port Microphone jack

The DC-IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter . F or more

DC IN 15V

information, see “Connecting the AC adapter” on page 54.

Ether

The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link via a standard Ethernet network cable.

The PS/2 PS/2-compatible mouse or external keyboard. An optional “Y” cable enables you to connect both a PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 keyboard to the port.

The TV -out jack allo ws you to connect a television or other video output device.

The infrared port allows cable-free communication with another device, such as a computer or printer , that has a compatible infrared port.

port allows you to connect an optional

Parallel port Serial port Monitor port

USB ports Headphone jack

NOTE: It is recommended that you do not use the infrared port at the same time as either playing audio or connecting to the internet via a modem. Audio quality may be reduced and the modem connection may be slower or disrupted.

The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you connect an external monaural microphone or other audio-input device.

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The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as external speakers. Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers.

The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer, or other parallel device, including ECP-compatible devices.

DEFINITION: ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) is a parallel-port standard for PCs that support bi-directional communication between the PC and attached devices (such as a printer).

Use the serial port to connect a serial mouse, serial printer, or other serial device.

The monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor . The USB (Univers al Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB

peripherals to your computer, such as a ke yboard, pointing device, printer, or monitor .

DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps. USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and connectors.

The USB standard allows you to install and remove USB devices while the computer is on. Switching devices without turning off the computer is called “hot swapping.”

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Toshiba 1805 User Manual

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