Toshiba 5005 User Manual

Satellite® 5005 Series User’s Guide

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Model: Satellite® 5005 Series
Compact Disk-ReWritable
The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk­ReWritable (CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. 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 AMERICA
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA 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 DATA IS
ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.
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, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES
AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN
ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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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 video jack, USB ports and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or
parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user 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.
s authority to operate the
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Contact:
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000
Industry Canada Requirement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FCC Requirements
The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems.
Installation
When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information:
The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the
modem.
The FCC registration number of the modem.
The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.6B.
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C.
Type of Service
Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will provide this information upon request.
Telephone Company Procedures
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone
company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.
If Problems Arise
If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Tos hi ba .
Disconnection
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.
Fax Branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity or individual.
In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message.
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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 Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be
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aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
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 can be found on the label affixed to your computer.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.
3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this
equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
Wireless Interoperability
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:
The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B), as
defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi
Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.
TM
) certification as defined by the WECA
Wireless LAN and your Health
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:
Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other
devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g., airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.
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Regulatory Information
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When using this device in combination with Wireless LAN Outdoor Antenna products, a certain separation distance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance. The distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20.0 cm.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information.
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Approved Countries for use
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig.1.
Australia Austria Belgium
Canada Denmark Finland
France Germany Greece
Iceland Ireland Italy
Japan Luxembourg Mexico
Netherlands New Zealand Norway
Poland Portugal Spain
Sweden Switzerland UK
USA
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW Safety Instructions
The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
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Location of the required label
(Sample shown below. (Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.)
CAU TION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Copyright
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
©2001 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Export Administration Regulation
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.
Notice
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice.
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.
Trademarks
Satellite, Noteworthy, SelectServ, InTouch, and Fn-Esse are registered trademarks, VirtualTech, SecureSleep, and FreedomWare are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.
WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, DirectX, and DirectShow are registered trademarks, and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
i.LINK is a registered trademark of the Sony Corporation.
SPANworks 2000 is a trademark of SPANworks, U.S.A.
Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba under license.
TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.
CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Computer Disposal Information
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.

Contents

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............................................................... 30
Left side ................................................................. 31
Front with the display open.................................... 33
Keyboard indicator panel ................................. 35
System indicator panel .................................... 36
CD/DVD control buttons .................................. 37
Underside .............................................................. 38
Chapter 2: Getting Started......................................... 40
Selecting a place to work ....................................... 40
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Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 40
Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 41
Precautions...................................................... 44
Setting up your computer ...................................... 45
Installing additional memory (optional) ........... 46
Connecting a mouse .............................................. 50
Connecting a printer .............................................. 50
Using external display devices ............................... 51
Directing the display output when you turn on
the computer .................................................. 51
Adjusting the quality of the external display..... 52
Display limitations ........................................... 52
Connecting an external diskette drive..................... 53
Using an external keyboard.................................... 53
Connecting the AC adapter..................................... 53
Charging the battery .............................................. 55
Using the computer for the first time..................... 56
Opening the display panel ................................ 56
Turning on the power ....................................... 56
Activating the power-on password................... 58
Using the TouchPad ......................................... 59
Setting up your software.................................. 60
Setting up a printer .......................................... 61
Setting up the fax function..................................... 63
Turning off the computer ....................................... 64
Caring for your computer....................................... 65
Cleaning the computer ..................................... 65
Moving the computer....................................... 65
Using a computer lock ..................................... 66
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics ................................. 67
Computing tips ...................................................... 67
Using the keyboard ................................................ 68
Character keys ................................................. 69
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Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ........................................ 69
Function keys................................................... 69
Windows® special keys ................................... 70
Overlay keys..................................................... 70
Emulating a full-size keyboard ............................... 72
TOSHIBA Console button....................................... 72
Starting a program................................................. 73
Saving your work ................................................... 73
Printing your work ................................................. 74
Using diskettes ...................................................... 75
Inserting and removing diskettes..................... 76
Caring for diskettes.......................................... 76
Backing up your files ............................................. 77
Copying to a diskette ....................................... 77
Playing a CD or DVD .............................................. 78
Drive components and control buttons............ 78
CD/DVD control buttons .................................. 80
CD/DVD control and Digital audio control ........ 81
Inserting a disc ................................................ 83
Playing an audio CD......................................... 85
Playing a DVD .................................................. 86
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD............... 87
Removing a disc with the computer on............ 87
Removing a disc with the computer off ........... 88
Caring for CDs and DVDs................................. 88
Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW
multifunction drive........................................... 89
Setting up for communications.............................. 89
Connecting the modem.................................... 90
Connecting your computer to a network .......... 90
Powering down the computer................................ 91
Turn Off command........................................... 91
Hibernation command ..................................... 91
Stand By command.......................................... 92
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Using Turn Off........................................................ 93
Shutting down more quickly ............................ 94
Starting again after Turn Off............................. 95
Using Hibernation .................................................. 95
Going into Hibernation mode more quickly...... 96
Starting again from Hibernation mode ............. 97
Using Stand By ...................................................... 97
Going into Stand By mode more quickly.......... 98
Starting again from Stand By........................... 99
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ................................. 100
Toshiba’s energy-saver design ............................. 100
Running the computer on battery power ............. 100
Using additional batteries .............................. 101
Battery safety precautions.............................. 101
Maximizing battery life ................................... 102
Charging batteries................................................ 103
Charging the main battery.............................. 103
Charging the RTC battery............................... 104
Monitoring battery power .................................... 105
Determining remaining battery power............ 105
Conserving battery power .............................. 106
What to do when the battery runs low ........... 107
Setting battery alarms.................................... 107
Changing the main battery ................................... 108
Removing the battery from the computer ...... 108
Removing the battery from the battery cover. 110
Inserting a charged battery ............................ 110
Disposing of used batteries safely ....................... 111
Traveling tips........................................................ 112
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities ..................................... 113
TOSHIBA Accessibility ......................................... 113
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Fn-esse ................................................................ 114
Starting Fn-esse............................................. 115
Assigning a key to a program or document ... 116
Viewing existing key assignments ................. 118
Changing or removing existing key
assignments ................................................. 118
Hotkey utility ........................................................ 118
TOSHIBA Console ................................................ 119
Customize Your Computer ............................. 120
Network ......................................................... 121
Security.......................................................... 121
TOSHIBA Button Controls.............................. 121
Power Management ....................................... 124
Toshiba Hardware Setup ................................ 127
Chapter 6: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating
System ............................................... 129
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop.......................... 129
Finding your way around the desktop ............ 130
Windows®XP file system............................... 132
Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons
together ......................................................... 133
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet ................. 137
Lesson 4: Creating a new document .................... 138
Lesson 5: Creating a new folder........................... 139
Lesson 6: Starting programs ............................... 140
Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding
windows ........................................................ 142
Using the taskbar ........................................... 143
Minimizing and maximizing windows ............ 144
Resizing and moving windows....................... 144
Lesson 8: Closing programs ................................ 145
Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts ............................... 146
Creating a shortcut to the Calculator.............. 146
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Creating a shortcut to the Character Map ...... 147
Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver................. 150
Lesson 11: Setting the date and time................... 152
Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop .. 153
Lesson 13: Using System Restore ....................... 155
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? ................. 156
Windows® XP Help and Support ................... 156
Using the Windows® XP tour ........................ 158
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer ................. 159
Chapter 7: Exploring Your Options.......................... 160
Windows® XP special features............................. 160
Personalizing your desktop.................................. 161
Customizing the taskbar ................................ 161
Changing desktop and browsing style ........... 162
Personalizing individual windows .................. 163
Customizing window toolbars........................ 163
Displaying information about each folder....... 165
Using your computer at the office........................ 167
Exchanging data with another computer.............. 167
Setting up for communications...................... 167
Connecting the modem to a telephone line .... 169
Connecting your computer to a network ....... 169
Setting up a wireless connection ................... 170
Accessing the wireless modules using your
system tray .............................................. 170
Using Bluetooth ............................................. 171
Using SPANworksTM 2000.............................. 172
Setting up a direct cable connection .............. 172
An overview of using the Internet ........................ 173
The Internet ................................................... 173
The World Wide Web ..................................... 173
Internet Service Providers.............................. 174
Connecting to the Internet ............................. 174
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Surfing the Internet........................................ 175
Internet features............................................. 175
Uploading and downloading files from the
Internet ......................................................... 176
Toshiba’s online resources................................... 176
Exploring video features ...................................... 176
Viewing presentations or DVD movies on your
television.................................................. 176
Transferring and editing video data................ 178
Playing DVDs ................................................. 178
Exploring audio features ...................................... 179
Recording sounds.......................................... 179
Using a microphone....................................... 179
Adjusting recording quality ............................ 180
Using external speakers or headphones......... 181
Using PC Cards.................................................... 182
PC Card supporting software ......................... 182
Inserting PC Cards......................................... 183
Removing PC Cards....................................... 184
Hot swapping................................................. 184
Using SmartMedia cards...................................... 185
Inserting a SmartMedia card.......................... 185
Removing a SmartMedia card........................ 186
Using Secure Digital cards................................... 186
Inserting a Secure Digital card ....................... 187
Removing a Secure Digital card ..................... 187
Chapter 8: WinDVD 2000 ........................................ 188
Playing DVDs ....................................................... 188
Using the WinDVD toolbar ............................. 190
Using the WinDVD status bar ........................ 190
Using the WinDVD control panel.................... 191
Using the control panel playback buttons ...... 192
Maximizing the video window........................ 194
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Using playlists ..................................................... 195
Creating playlists ........................................... 195
Loading and playing playlists......................... 196
Resuming normal playback after using
playlists.......................................................... 196
Customizing WinDVD........................................... 197
Setting general properties.............................. 197
Setting audio properties................................. 199
Setting display properties .............................. 200
Customizing the control panel ....................... 200
Using WinDVD advanced features........................ 201
Zooming in..................................................... 206
Panning.......................................................... 207
Zooming out .................................................. 207
Adjusting the color balance............................ 207
Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD ..... 208
Getting help ......................................................... 208
Exiting WinDVD ................................................... 208
Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong ..................... 209
Problems that are easy to fix ............................... 209
Problems when you turn on the computer........... 211
The Windows
Using Startup options to fix problems ........... 213
Internet problems .......................................... 214
The Windows® XP operating system can
help you ......................................................... 214
Resolving a hardware conflict .............................. 215
A plan of action.............................................. 215
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 215
Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 217
Memory card problems.................................. 218
Power and the batteries ................................. 219
Keyboard problems........................................ 220
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operating system is not working. 212
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Display problems ........................................... 221
Disk drive problems ....................................... 223
DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive
problems........................................................ 225
Sound system problems ................................ 233
PC Card problems.......................................... 233
Printer problems ............................................ 236
Modem problems........................................... 237
Develop good computing habits .......................... 238
If you need further assistance.............................. 239
Before you call ............................................... 239
Contacting Toshiba ........................................ 239
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ........................ 241
Appendix A: Hot Keys.............................................. 245
Volume Mute........................................................ 245
Instant password security.................................... 246
Without a password ....................................... 246
With a password ............................................ 246
Power usage mode ............................................. 247
Stand By mode .................................................... 248
Hibernation mode ............................................... 249
Display modes ..................................................... 250
Display brightness ............................................... 251
Enabling a wireless device ................................... 251
Keyboard hot keys .............................................. 252
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors ..................... 253
USA and Canada ............................................ 253
United Kingdom ............................................. 253
Australia......................................................... 253
Europe ........................................................... 253
Appendix C: Video Modes ....................................... 254
Your computer’s video modes ............................. 255
Glossary ..................................................................257
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Index ....................................................................... 273

Introduction

Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go.
Your system comes with either the Microsoft Home operating system or the Microsoft Professional operating system. This guide contains information on both operating systems and how they function with your Toshiba computer. For specific information on the software, see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with the computer.

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:
Read the entire guide from beginning to end.
Skim through and stop when a topic interests you.
Use the table of contents and the index to find specific
information.
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Windows® XP
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Windows® XP
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Safety icons

If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most.
Safety icons
This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows:
DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.
WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.
CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety instruction is not observed.
NOTE: This icon indicates information that relates to the safe operation of the equipment or related items.

Other icons used

Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information:
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about the computer.
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.
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Other documentation

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Other documentation
Your computer comes with the following documentation:
An electronic version of the user’s guide. Look for the user’s
guide icon on your desktop or in the DOCS folder on the C: drive.
Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on
your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery CDs.
Toshiba Accessories Information, which lists accessories
available from Toshiba and explains how to order them.
The Microsoft
explains the features of the operating system.
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Windows® XP documentation, which
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Service options

Service options
Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ Toshiba’s Web site at Toshiba.com.
If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If
Something Goes Wrong” on page 209.
®
warranty programs. For more information, visit
Chapter 1
Finding Your Way Around
This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer.

Making sure you have everything

Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately. For additional help, see “If you need
further assistance” on page 239.
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Front with the display closed

Front with the display closed
Optional wireless antenna on-off switch
On those systems with Wi-FiTM and/or BluetoothTM, the wireless antenna on-off switch turns the computer’s wireless antenna on or off.
The infrared port allows cable-free communication with another device, such as a computer or printer, that has a compatible infrared port.
The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display panel, slide the display latch to the right and raise the panel.
Infrared port
Display latch

Back

DC-IN jack
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USB ports
Cooling
vents
Video line
/audio
out
jack
Audio in jack
LAN port
Modem port
i.LINK port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer.
DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peripherals have a single standard for cabling and connectors. The USB standard allows hot swapping of peripherals.
The audio in jack allows you to play or record sounds when the computer is hooked up to an external audio source.
The 3.5 mm video/audio line out jack allows you to play DVD audio and video on a projector or TV that accepts audio/video inputs.
The DC-IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter.
The i.LINK
®
port, also known as the IEEE 1394 port, allows
transfers of large quantities of data between the computer and an external device, such as a video camera.
The modem port lets you use a RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. For more information, see “Connecting the modem” on page 90.
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Right side

Ether
The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link.
The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.
CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure you don’t block the cooling vents.
Right side
DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive
Manual
eject
button
Volume
control
dial
Microphone in jack
S/PDIF Digital
Optical out
Eject button
The DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive enables you to play high-resolution, full-screen videos at up to 30 frames per second. You can also use it to install and run programs from application CD-ROMs and play audio CDs.
The manual eject button enables you to open the drive tray when the computer is off.
CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.
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