Toshiba F15 User Manual

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Series User’s Guide

If you need assistance:

❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre

Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273

For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on

page 254 in this guide.

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Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Models: Qosmio™ F15 Series

ReWritable CD/DVD Drives

The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data 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 “Declaration of Conformity Information”

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 equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port 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.

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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:

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.

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, the information must be provided to the telephone company.

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

A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant.

The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by the ## are the REN without a

decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.

Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.

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 this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advanced notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

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 for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message 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 or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number

provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.)

In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer.

Alarm Equipment

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.

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 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 A/B/G), as defined

and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance.

The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN device.

Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.25 GHz frequency range.

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.

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.

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device.

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.

L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.

Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne d'emission) est installe a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence.

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.25 GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.

Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity

❖ This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE

Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:

EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment

ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment

ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.

English: Hereby, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, declares

that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Finnish: Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company

vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.

Dutch: Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat

het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.

French: Par la présente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company

déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/ CE.

Par la présente, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company déclare que ce Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999/5/CE qui lui sont applicables.

Swedish: Härmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company att

denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

Danish: Undertegnede TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company

erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF

German: Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, dass

sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)

Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. (Wien)

Greek:

Italian: Con la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company

dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Spanish: Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network

Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Portuguese: TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este

Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

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.

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.

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. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide no access to the end user.

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

Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage to this device.

NOTE

The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an

802.11a device.

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Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency

electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect

the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement.

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery.

Using this Equipment in Japan

In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station).

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

(3)

(1) (2)

2.4DSOF4

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.

OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation.

3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from

2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100

Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916

Fax: 03-5444-9450

(4)

Device Authorization

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: refer to the equipment label provided on the computer

JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

Approval Number: D01-1128JP

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017

The following restrictions apply:

❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only

Radio approvals for wireless devices

NOTE

The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer.

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB-43/44 Mini PCI Wireless network adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

NOTE

802.11b (2.4 GHz)

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

This device works on passive scan only.

A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.

Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

België/ Belgique:

Deutschland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for

France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454

Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not

Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for

For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.

Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig. Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.

Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, audessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.

procedure to follow. Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht

genehmigungspflichtig.Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact A.R.T. (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for applicable procedures to follow.

Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

allowed. E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno.

Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.

procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op

met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

802.11a (5 GHz)

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

Turbo Mode (5 GHz)

Canada USA

Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

European Community Countries

Austria O x x Belgium, France,

Switzerland/Lichtenstein Denmark, Finland,

Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, UK

Iceland, Spain O O O

O: allowed ×: forbidden

5150-5250 MHz

Channels: 36, 40, 44,

Indoor Only

OO x

OO O

5250-5350 MHz

Channels: 52, 56, 60,

Indoor Only

5470-5725 MHz

Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112,

116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140

Indoor/Outdoor

❖ To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless

LAN operation, the above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply. The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation. If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network.

❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any

European Community country.

❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the

5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point.

❖ This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and

activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The Access Point’s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation.

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

NOTE

802.11b (2.4 GHz)

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

This device works on passive scan only.

A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.

802.11a (5 GHz)

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

Turbo Mode (5 GHz)

Canada USA

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Peru Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland UK Uruguay USA Venezuela

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Malaysia Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand UK USA

Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability

Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special

Interest Group.

❖ Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The

Bluetooth Special interest Group.

Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth™ products with all PCs and/ or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers.

Always use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

When you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA, always change the frequency, move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/

43.74 yards or more) or stop transmitting from your PC. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/ computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http:// www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health

The products with Bluetooth wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology is however, far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.

Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology 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 Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board

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 device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment.

Regulatory statements

This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/ region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the following:

European Union (EU) and EFTA

This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly.

Canada — Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prét à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

Caution: FCC Interference Statement

This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference, and

❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment.

Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna distance of 20 cm.

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

The Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.

Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.

NOTE

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.

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Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency

electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery.

Using this equipment in Japan

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication

The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

(1) (2)

(3)

2.4FH1

(4)

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to

2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100

Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916

Fax: 03-5444-9450

Device Authorization

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER

Approval Number: 01NYDA1305

The following restrictions apply:

❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device.

❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.

DVD-ROM, multi-function drive safety instructions

The DVD-ROM and multi-function 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.

Location of the required label

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

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.

This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the user’s guide 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.

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

Noteworthy is a registered trademark, and SelectServ, FreedomWare, SmartMedia, and Qosmio are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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

LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc.

ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/ Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.

Secure Digital and SD are trademarks.

xD-Picture Card is a trademark of Fuji.

MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG.

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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.

Introduction................................................................................ 37

This guide ...............................................................38

Safety icons ............................................................39

Other icons used...............................................40

Other documentation ..............................................40

Service options .......................................................41

Chapter 1: Getting Started........................................................ 42

Selecting a place to work ........................................42

Creating a computer-friendly environment........42

Keeping yourself comfortable ...........................43

Other precautions ............................................46

Important information on your computer’s

cooling fan ..................................................48

Setting up your computer .......................................49

Setting up your software...................................49

Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........51

Adding external devices ....................................51

Connecting to a power source ................................52

Charging the main battery.......................................55

Contents

Using the computer for the first time......................56

Opening the display panel.................................56

Your computer’s features and specifications ....57

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

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

Scrolling with the TouchPad™ ..........................59

Using the Scroll button .....................................60

Using the Control buttons.................................60

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad .................60

Installing additional memory (optional) ..................62

Removing a memory module............................66

Using an external keyboard.....................................68

Using a mouse........................................................68

Connecting a local printer ......................................69

Setting up your printer......................................70

Connecting an optional external diskette drive........73

Connecting external display devices .......................74

Connecting the display device...........................75

Directing the display output when you turn

on the computer .........................................78

Adjusting the quality of the external display......79

Connecting External AV Input Devices ....................79

Turning off the computer ........................................81

Caring for your computer........................................82

Cleaning the computer......................................82

Closing the display panel ..................................82

Moving the computer........................................83

Using a computer lock ......................................83

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................ 85

Computing tips .......................................................85

Using the keyboard .................................................87

Character keys .................................................87

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size

Contents

keyboard .....................................................87

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys .........................................88

Function keys....................................................88

Windows® special keys.....................................89

Overlay keys .....................................................89

Using the overlay to type numeric data.............90

Starting a program..................................................91

Starting a program from the Start menu...........91

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer ...92

Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....93

Saving your work....................................................94

Printing your work ..................................................96

Backing up your files ..............................................97

Restoring your work .........................................97

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive...........98

Drive components and control buttons.............99

DVD-ROM drive components............................99

Media control buttons.....................................100

Inserting a disc ..............................................101

Playing an audio CD........................................103

Playing CDs using Auto-Run...........................105

Creating a CD or DVD .....................................105

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD..............106

Playing a DVD .................................................106

Configuring your computer’s Component

port to display on a digital TV ...................106

Removing a disc with the computer on...........108

Removing a disc with the computer off ..........108

Caring for CD or DVD Discs ...........................109

Powering down the computer...............................109

Using the Turn off command ..........................110

Using Hibernation Mode .................................112

Using Standby Mode.......................................114

Toshiba’s online resources ...................................117

Contents

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................ 118

Toshiba’s energy-saver design..............................118

Running the computer on battery power ..............119

Battery Notice .................................................119

Power management ........................................120

Using additional batteries ...............................121

Charging the batteries...........................................121

Charging the main battery...............................122

Charging the RTC battery................................122

Monitoring battery power .....................................124

Determining remaining battery power.............124

What to do when the battery runs low ............126

Setting battery alarms.....................................126

Conserving battery power ...............................127

Power profiles in Windows XP........................128

Using a hot key to set the power profile..........128

Changing the main battery ....................................129

Removing the battery from the computer .......130

Inserting the battery into the computer...........131

Taking care of your battery ...................................133

Safety precautions ..........................................133

Maximizing battery life....................................134

Disposing of used batteries ..................................135

Traveling tips ........................................................136

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options........................................ 137

Exploring the desktop ...........................................137

Finding your way around the desktop .............138

Setting up for communications.............................141

Determining the COM port .............................142

Connecting the modem to a telephone line .....143

Connecting your computer to a network ........144

An overview of using the Internet .........................147

The Internet ....................................................148

Contents

The World Wide Web .....................................148

Internet Service Providers...............................148

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

Surfing the Internet.........................................149

Internet features..............................................150

Uploading and downloading files from

the Internet ..............................................150

Exploring audio features .......................................151

Recording sounds...........................................151

Using external speakers or headphones..........153

Using the i.LINK® port .........................................154

Inserting and removing PC Cards .........................154

Inserting a PC Card.........................................155

Removing a PC Card.......................................156

Setting up a PC Card for your computer .........156

Using the Bridge Media slot..................................157

Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick

PRO media................................................157

Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick

PRO media................................................158

Inserting an SD™ Card....................................158

Removing an SD™ Card..................................159

Inserting an xD-Picture Card™........................159

Removing an xD-Picture Card™......................160

Using QosmioPlayer .............................................160

Using the Media Control Buttons ....................161

Playing an audio CD........................................162

Playing a DVD .................................................163

Watching television.........................................165

Connecting an External Device........................166

Remote Control for QosmioPlayer ..................167

Removing QosmioPlayer ......................................172

Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media........173

Contents

On systems with QosmioPlayer currently

installed ....................................................173

On systems with QosmioPlayer previously

uninstalled using the Windows® “Add/Remove

Programs” ................................................174

Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center

Edition 2005.......................................................... 176

Media Center Setup...............................................177

Connecting to a Television ..............................177

Connecting the TV Signal Source When

You Have an Existing Setup ......................179

Starting the Media Center .....................................181

Using Media Center...............................................188

Remote Control For Media Center...................190

Watching Television Programs .............................196

Selecting a Program from the TV Guide..........198

Watching a Recorded TV Program..................199

Changing a scheduled recording.....................200

Searching for a TV Program to Watch ............201

Recording TV ........................................................202

Recording TV tips ...........................................203

Recording from the Guide...............................204

Recording from Search...................................205

Recording Manually ........................................205

Changing Your Settings ..................................206

Changing recording priorities .........................207

Watching and Recording Movies ....................208

Listening to Music ................................................208

Creating Your Music Library Using

Windows Media® Player............................209

Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to

Windows Media Player Library .................210

Playing Digital Music Files ..............................211

Contents

Finding Music Files in My Music.....................212

Playing a Song................................................213

Setting Up an Automatic Disc Jockey .............214

Finding and Playing an Album.........................214

Creating a Playlist ...........................................215

Displaying Your Pictures.......................................216

Viewing a Slide Show......................................218

Sorting your Pictures......................................218

Watching Your Digital Movies...............................219

Organizing Your Videos ..................................219

Playing Digital Videos .....................................220

Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode ...............221

Sorting Videos ................................................221

Watching a DVD....................................................222

Stopping a DVD Movie....................................223

Playing a DVD movie already in your drive .....223

Changing the Media Center Settings .....................224

More Programs.....................................................233

Online Spotlight ....................................................234

Getting Help for Media Center...............................235

Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 236

Fn-esse®...............................................................237

Starting Fn-esse

Using the keyboard or pointing device to

assign keys ...............................................239

Viewing existing key assignments...................240

Changing or removing existing key

assignments ............................................240

TOSHIBA Console .................................................241

Customizing Your Computer...........................242

Network ..........................................................242

Security...........................................................242

Power Saver ...................................................243

............................................237

Contents

Mouse utility ................................................245

Hotkey utility ..................................................245

Toshiba Hardware Settings .............................246

Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility ..............247

CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer .....................248

Setting passwords ................................................249

Using an instant password..............................250

Using a supervisor or user password .............250

Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong .................................. 254

Problems that are easy to fix ................................254

Problems when you turn on the computer............256

The Windows® operating system is not working...257

Using Startup options to fix problems ............258

Internet problems ...........................................259

The Windows® XP operating system can

help you ....................................................259

Resolving a hardware conflict...............................260

A plan of action...............................................261

Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....261

Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........262

Memory problems ..........................................264

Power and the batteries ..................................265

Keyboard problems.........................................266

Display problems ............................................267

Disk drive problems........................................269

DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...271

Sound system problems .................................272

PC Card problems...........................................273

Printer problems.............................................276

Modem problems............................................277

Develop good computing habits ...........................277

If you need further assistance...............................279

Before you call ................................................279

Contents

Contacting Toshiba .........................................280

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites .........................281

Toshiba’s worldwide offices..................................281

Appendix A: Hot Keys............................................................. 283

Volume Mute ........................................................283

Instant password security.....................................284

Power usage profile .......................................284

Stand By mode .....................................................285

Hibernation mode ................................................286

Display modes ......................................................287

Enabling a wireless device ....................................288

Display brightness ................................................288

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad .....................289

Keyboard hot keys ...............................................289

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors......................... 290

Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your

Toshiba Computer............................................. 291

Getting Started......................................................292

Starting ConfigFree .........................................292

ConfigFree Utilities................................................293

Connectivity Doctor ........................................293

Search for Wireless Devices ...........................296

Profile Settings ...............................................298

Quick Connect.................................................300

Using the Automatic Switch..................................303

Semi-Automatic Switch Feature............................304

Glossary.................................................................................... 305

Index..........................................................................................320

Introduction

Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you go.

Qosmio™ F15 Series computers provide considerable computing power, enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location.

You will find your operating system, Microsoft XP Media Center Edition (MCE), already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting features, multimedia enjoyment, and easy Internet access.

Windows®

Introduction

This guide

NOTE

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.

The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at

While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba’s Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

pcsupport.toshiba.com.

❖ If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook

computer before, read through 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 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:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Introduction

Safety icons

NOTE

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Provides important information.

Introduction

Service options

Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

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

Something Goes Wrong” on page 254.

Introduction

Service options

Chapter 1

Getting Started

This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer.

Selecting a place to work

Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations. This section provides guidelines for setting up your computing environment.

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use, such as a printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to give adequate ventilation, otherwise, they may overheat.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from:

❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field,

such as stereo speakers (other than the speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.

❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of

temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again.

If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact your network administrator. If your computer still does not operate, refer to “If you need further assistance” on

page 279 for additional technical assistance.

Keeping yourself comfortable

Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers. However, with a little care and the proper use of the equipment, you can work comfortably throughout the day.

Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome.

Placement of the computer

Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following when placing your computer.

❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable

height and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching.

❖ If you use an external monitor, the top of the screen

should be no higher than eye level.

❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at the same height and

distance as the screen.

Seating and posture

When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair.

Below eye level

Approximately 90° angles

Footrest

Correct posture and positioning of the computer

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly

lower than the level of your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor.

If you are using a conventional chair:

❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If

necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.

❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower

curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores.

❖ Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and

elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.

Lighting

Proper lighting can improve the readability of the display and reduce eyestrain.

❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that

sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.

❖ Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that

shines directly into your eyes.

❖ If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer

work area.

Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Arms and wrists

❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep

them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing.

❖ Exercise your hands, wrists and arms to improve

circulation.

Work habits

The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.

❖ Take frequent, short breaks to change position, stretch

your muscles, and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours.

❖ Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.

Intersperse such activities with other tasks.

❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long

periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds.

Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.

Other precautions

Your notebook computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of

the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its case can become

very warm. While the temperature may not feel too hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, for example), your skin might suffer low-heat injury.

Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation.

Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period.

Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction.

❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the computer’s keyboard.

If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again.

❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a

drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to

a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

❖ Keep the computer and disks away from objects that

generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You will need a special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you.

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer.

To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum. If the fan is blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to shut down. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on surfaces with objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan.

NOTE

The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer.

Setting up your computer

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to

“Setting up your software” on page 49 before adding external

or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.

Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it.

To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See “Connecting to a power source”

on page 52.

Setting up your software

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

NOTE

The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software.

1 From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup

2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License

3 Help protect your computer with Windows Automatic

The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices.

Wizard.

Agreement and click Next.

Updates. Windows can routinely check for the latest important updates for your computer, and install them automatically. These updates can include security updates, critical updates, and service packs.

Setting up your computer

8 Enter your name and click Next to complete the process.

A window displays the message, “Thank you.”

9 Click Finish to continue.

Your computer restarts automatically.

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Product registration is strongly recommended and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to the product. Product registration can be completed during the initial start up process of your computer. If you opt not to register at that time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.

Adding external devices

Getting Started

NOTE

Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to:

❖ Add more memory (see “Installing additional memory

❖ Connect a mouse (see “Using a mouse” on page 68) ❖ Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a local printer”

❖ Connect an external diskette drive (see “Connecting an

❖ Connect external speakers or headphones (see “Using

❖ Connect a microphone (there is also an internal

Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See “Setting up your software” on page 49.

(optional)” on page 62)

on page 69)

optional external diskette drive” on page 73)

external speakers or headphones” on page 153)

microphone) (see “Using a microphone” on page 152)

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❖ Connect a digital or plasma TV (see “Connecting a

digital or plasma television or VCR/DVD player” on page 76)

❖ Connecting a standard TV antenna (see “Connecting a

standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player” on page 77).

❖ Install PC Cards (see “Inserting and removing PC Cards”

on page 154)

Connecting to a power source

Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’s battery.

Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter

Hold the power cord/cable by its plug when you connect/ disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cord/cable itself. Doing so may damage the power cord/cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock.

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Connecting to a power source

When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User’s Manual. Connecting the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.

Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter.

To connect AC power to the computer:

1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter.

Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter

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Connecting to a power source

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on the back of

the computer.

Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer

3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.

Damaged power cord/cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cord/cable.

If the power cord/cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock.

Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( ) glows green. Additionally, an indicator light on the front of your computer lets you know the AC power status when the display is closed.

Charging the main battery

If the main battery is present, the battery light glows:

❖ Amber while the battery is charging

❖ Green when the battery is fully charged

If the battery light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. See “If Something Goes Wrong” on

page 254 for troubleshooting information.

Charging the main battery

To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on. For more information on battery use, see

“Running the computer on battery power” on page 119.

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Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery.

TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge.

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Using the computer for the first time

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Using the computer for the first time

NOTE

Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology.

Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you will not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.

Your computer’s features and specifications

Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features.

Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that may come on your computer:

Sample system icons

This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide.

Turning on the power

1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if

you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready.

2 Check to ensure that all disc drives are empty.

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3 Press and hold the power button until the on/off light on

the system indicator panel glows green—approximately one second.

An indicator light on the front of your computer lets you know the system indicator status when the display is closed.

NOTE

Sample turning on the power

When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely.

The preinstalled operating system loads automatically.

Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.

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Using the TouchPad™

Using the TouchPad

The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor:

❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your

finger forward on the TouchPad.

❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your

finger toward you.

❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide

your finger across the TouchPad from left to right.

❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to

left.

NOTE

Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction.

™

Once you have positioned your cursor, you can perform clicking functions by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons.

Scrolling with the TouchPad

There are two active regions on the TouchPad that allow you to scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or trackball.

To scroll vertically, run your finger up or down along the right edge of the TouchPad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad.

™

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Using the TouchPad™

Using the Scroll button

For applicable systems, the scroll button, located between the primary and secondary control buttons on the TouchPad, is used for rapid viewing of pages on the screen.

Using the Control buttons

When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button.

The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button. Check your program’s documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button.

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad

The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the enable/ disable TouchPad setting:

1 Click Start, then click Control Panel.

The Control Panel window appears.

2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click the Mouse icon. 4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab.

The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears.

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Using the TouchPad™

5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK.

The Mouse Properties window closes.

8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window.

NOTE

The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to disable or enable the TouchPad (see “Disabling or enabling the TouchPad” on

page 289).

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Installing additional memory (optional)

Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.

Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data.

Additional memory comes in various capacities (to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at

accessories.toshiba.com). There are two memory slots. Your

system may have both slots occupied.

If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules become hot. If this happens, let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them.

You need a standard Phillips no.1 screwdriver for this procedure.

To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition.

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Installing additional memory (optional)

The computer has two memory module slots—Slot A and Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules.

If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3.

NOTE

1 If the computer is on, click Start, then click Turn o ff

2 Click Turn O ff.

NOTE

3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the

4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside

If you are replacing memory and need to remove a memory module, refer to “Removing a memory module” on page 66 for procedures.

computer. See “Using the Turn off command” on

page 110 for more information.

The Turn off computer window appears.

The operating system turns off the computer.

Make sure that the computer’s power light is off before proceeding.

computer.

down to locate the memory module slot cover.

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Installing additional memory (optional)

Memory module slot cover

Sample locating the memory module slot cover

5 Remove the battery (see “Changing the main battery” on

page 129).

6 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the

captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover, then remove the memory module slot cover.

Sample removing the memory module slot cover

7 Place the memory module slot cover in a safe place so

that you can retrieve it later.

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Installing additional memory (optional)

Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up.

To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).

8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic

packaging.

9 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold

connector bar faces the slot, fit the memory module into the socket by matching the alignment notches.

10 Gently press down on the memory module connector

until the clips snap into place. Do not force the memory module into position. The memory

module should be level when secured in place.

Sample inserting the memory module into the slot

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Installing additional memory (optional)

The clips on either side of the memory module click to secure the memory module.

Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

11 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the

screw.

12 Turn the computer over and restart it.

You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory.

If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in “Checking total memory” on page 68.

Removing a memory module

1 Complete steps 1–7 in “’Installing additional memory

(optional)’” to shut down the computer and open the memory

module cover.

Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device.

Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will not be saved.

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Installing additional memory (optional)

The following message appears when you turn on the power:

Warning: Resume Failure

Press Any Key To Continue

If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the following: Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds, then turn the power on again.

2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.

The memory module pops partially out of the slot.

3 Carefully remove the memory module from the slot.

Sample removing the memory module

4 Replace the memory module slot cover and fasten the

screw.

5 Turn the computer over and restart it.

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Using an external keyboard

Checking total memory

When you add or remove memory, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this:

1 Click Start, then click Control Panel.

2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows

total memory.

If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step 10 of “Installing additional memory

(optional)” on page 62.

Using an external keyboard

If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer’s USB port supports any USBcompatible keyboard.

Using a mouse

You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s builtin TouchPad. You can use a USB-compatible mouse.

NOTE

After logging on to your system, the mouse cursor may move to the upper-right side of the screen. If this occurs, push the

Esc or Windows key to return it to its original position.

Connecting a local printer

Before you can connect a printer, you need a suitable USB printer cable, which may have been provided with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.

Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.

Never connect the printer cable while the computer’s power is on. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.

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NOTE

These instructions assume you have a USB printer, consult the document that came with your printer to verify the connection type.

Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a local printer.

You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not come with your printer, you may purchase one from an electronics or computer store.

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Connecting a local printer

To connect the printer:

1 If the computer is on, turn it off.

2 Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect

the other end to one of the computer’s USB ports.

3 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet. 4 See your printer documentation for additional

configuration steps.

For more information on getting your printer to print, see

“Printing your work” on page 96.

Setting up your printer

Setting up a printer involves selecting a printer driver. This special program acts as a translator that turns your document into a form the printer can understand.

If you are using any non-Windows driver for each of those programs. Refer to your program’s documentation for more information.

programs, set up a printer

TECHNICAL NOTE: If you have the manufacturer’s disc that came with your printer, you can use it to install the printer on your computer. The manufacturer’s disc may include additional drivers and fonts.

To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard:

1 Click Start and then Printers and Faxes.

The operating system opens the Printers and Faxes window.

Connecting a local printer

Sample Printers and Faxes window

2 Click Add Printer.

The Add Printer Wizard appears.

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Sample Add Printer Wizard dialog box

3 Click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer.

TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the Windows You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual for more information.

XP operating system recognizes it automatically.

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Connecting a local printer

4 If the printer you are setting up:

❖ Is not connected to a network, select Local printer

attached to this computer.

❖ Is connected to a network, select Network printer, or a

printer attached to another computer.

5 Click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard looks for a Plug and Play printer. If it does not locate one, click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard prompts you for the printer port.

6 Select the port settings according to the instructions in

your printer’s documentation and the port to which your printer is connected, then click Next.

The wizard prompts you to select your printer.

7 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your

printer, then click Next. The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a “friendly”

printer name.

8 Enter a name for your printer.

HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference.

9 If you want this printer to be:

❖ The default printer, click Ye s.

❖ Available when specifically requested, click No.

10 Click Next. 11 Click Finish.

The Windows

XP operating system prints a test page.

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12 To complete the setup, click OK.

You are now ready to print.

Depending on your program, you may see various messages indicating the status of your print job.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process. In this case, the Windows system Add Printer Wizard will display an error message. If this happens, refer to your printer installation guide for further instructions.

XP operating

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5inch diskettes.

Sample optional external USB diskette drive

To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the USB ports.

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Connecting external display devices

Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive

Connecting external display devices

Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below:

❖ A plasma or digital television or VCR/DVD player via

the Component Video Out port.

❖ A standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player via

the S-video Out port.

❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor)

Out port.

Before connecting a television, video projector, monitor or other external display device, configure your computer for the type of device you are connecting. To do this, refer to the documentation for your operating system and the device.

Connecting external display devices

Sample back of system

Connecting the display device

If you are connecting a television or other video display device to the computer’s Component Video Out port, first refer to “Selecting video cables” below for guidelines on choosing a video cable, then refer to ’Connecting a standard

television, projector, or VCR/DVD player’ below.

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If you are connecting an SVGA monitor, skip to “Connecting

an external monitor or projector” on page 78.

Selecting video cables

To connect a device to the S-video port, you will need to purchase an S-video cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable.

HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters).

Using a poor-quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture, poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video.

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Connecting external display devices

Connecting a digital or plasma television or VCR/ DVD player

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have digital TV service to watch digital TV on your computer. See your TV service provider for more information.

You can watch digital television by connecting to the Component Video Out port on your computer.

NOTE

To do this:

1 Connect the digital television video cable to the Component

2 Connect the three RCA jacks on the other end of the

3 Turn on your computer. 4 Set the display mode by pressing

You cannot view digital TV on the display device if you are using it as a monitor.

Video Out port on the back of your computer.

cable to your digital television. Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information.

Fn + F5, or by setting the

Display Properties settings. For more information, see

“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” on page 78.

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Connecting external display devices

Connecting a standard television, projector, or VCR/ DVD player

NOTE

To connect a standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player:

1 Connect one end of the video cable to the external video

2 Connect the other end of the video cable to the S-video

3 Turn on the external video device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing

S-video cables are not included with your computer. To connect a device to the S-video Out port, you will need to purchase an S-video cable.

device.

Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its Video In port.

Out port on the back of the computer.

Fn + F5, or by setting the

Display Properties settings. For more information, see

“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” on page 78.

TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are connecting to a television, you may need to change the display properties. Most televisions use or support an 800 x 600 standard resolution.

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Connecting external display devices

Connecting an external monitor or projector

You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen or to display anything on your computer screen. To do this:

1 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port

on the back of the computer.

2 Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical

outlet.

3 Turn on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing

Display Properties settings. See the immediately following section on directing the display output for more information.

Fn + F5, or by setting the

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Once you connect an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (

1 Press

2 While holding down

Fn and F5 simultaneously.

Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the

setting you want takes effect. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following

order:

❖ Built-in display only

❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously

❖ External monitor only

❖ Built-in display and TV (or other external video device)

simultaneously

Fn + F5):

❖ TV (or other external video device) only

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3 Release the Fn key.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box.

Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel, and Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, and click Apply or OK.

Adjusting the quality of the external display

To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps.

TECHNICAL NOTE: To use one of the simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or higher.

Connecting External AV Input Devices

Your computer provides ports for connecting the following AV input devices:

❖ A Set-top box or standard television antenna via the

coaxial Antenna In port.

❖ VCR/DVD player and game console devices via the S-

video In port or the Composite In port.

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Connecting External AV Input Devices

Connecting a Set-top box or standard TV antenna

You can watch standard television by connecting a Set-top box or antenna to the Antenna In port on your computer. To do this:

1 Connect the television Set-top box or antenna to the coaxial

adapter cable.

2 Connect the coaxial adapter cable to the coaxial Antenna

In port on the back of your computer.

3 Turn on your computer.

Connecting to the S-video In port

You can connect an external input device such as a VCR/ DVD player or game console to the S-video In port on the back of your computer.

NOTE

To connect the device:

1 Connect one end of the video cable to the external video

2 Connect the other end of the video cable to the S-video In

3 Turn on the external video device.

Video cables are not included with your computer. To connect a device to the S-video In port, you will need to purchase an Svideo cable.

device.

Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its Video Out port.

port on the back of the computer.

Connecting to the Composite In port

The Composite In port provides another way to connect a VCR/DVD player or game console to your computer. To do this:

1 Connect the external device’s video cable to the Composite

In port on the back of the computer.

2 Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical

outlet.

3 Turn on your computer. 4 Turn on the external device.

Turning off the computer

It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while.

If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the computer off, it may take several hours to recharge the main battery.

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Turning off the computer

When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off, Hibernate, and Standby. Each option has its advantages.

❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the

Windows

❖ If you have work in progress and are not connected to a

network, use the Windows Standby or Hibernate commands to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off.

XP Media Center Edition operating system.

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Caring for your computer

Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data. For more information, see “Powering down the computer” on

page 109.

Caring for your computer

This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see “Running the computer on battery

power” on page 119.

Cleaning the computer

Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.

To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products.

Closing the display panel

When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer.

If you close the computer while it is still on, these actions will occur:

❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD

panel will automatically turn off until you open it again.

❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer will

beep to notify you that it is still on.

❖ If you have an action feature set, the computer will

perform one of the following: Nothing, Standby, or Hibernate.

Moving the computer

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.

Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located).

Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer, through the accessories information packaged with your system, or visit

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Caring for your computer

accessories.toshiba.com.

Using a computer lock

For your own peace of mind, you may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable.

Sample PORT-Noteworthy

Computer Lock Cable

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Caring for your computer

To secure the computer:

1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object.

Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object.

2 Pass the locking end through the loop. 3 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot

on the computer, then give the key a quarter turn and remove it.

The computer is now securely locked.

Sample locking the computer

Chapter 2

Learning the Basics

This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features.

Computing tips

❖ Save your work frequently.

Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved.

See “Saving your work” on page 94 for further information.

HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details.

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Computing tips

❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on

a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place.

If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.

❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to

conserve disk space and improve performance.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet.

❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries

and eyestrain.

❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light

indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to

a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off

computer command or Standby command. See

“Powering down the computer” on page 109 to learn

more about Standby.

The operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shut down procedure. If you do not let the operating system shut down normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.

Using the keyboard

Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows the functionality of a full-size keyboard.

Sample keyboard

Character keys

Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that:

❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just

passing over an area of the page.

❖ The lowercase letter l (el) and the number 1 are not

interchangeable.

❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not

interchangeable.

keys, providing all

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard

Although your computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys.

A standard full-size keyboard has two editing keys; cursor positioning keys; and a numeric keypad. Pressing the of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.

Your computer’s keyboard has only one Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some

Fn key simultaneously in combination with one

Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys;

Enter and one Ctrl key.

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Using the keyboard

programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl

Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on

and the full-sized keyboard. Using the these separate keys, as follows:

❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on

the right side of the enhanced keyboard.

❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key

on the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard.

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Ctrl

Sample Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the

The program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation.

Fn key, you can simulate

Alt

Function keys

The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.

Sample function keys

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute

programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the specific functions on the computer. For example, off the TouchPad. For more information, see “Fn-esse®” on

page 237 or “Hot Keys” on page 283.

Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute

Fn+F9 turns

Windows® special keys

Sample Windows® special keys

Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows:

❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key—Has the same function as the

secondary mouse button

Overlay keys

Start key

Application key

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Sample numeric and cursor control overlay

The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.

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Using the overlay to type numeric data

To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.

You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so:

❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the

letters.

❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while

you type the letters.

To use the cursor control overlay when the numeric overlay is on, press and hold down keys. To return to the numeric overlay, release

Shift while you use the cursor control

Shift.

To turn off the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the and press indicator panel goes out.

F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard

Fn key

Using the overlay for cursor control

To turn the cursor control overlay on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on.

To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on:

❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the

letters.

❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while

you type the letters.

❖ To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor

control overlay is on, hold down numeric overlay keys. To return to the cursor control overlay, release

Shift.

Shift while you use the

To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press keyboard indicator panel goes out.

F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the

Starting a program

The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows

If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options. You can:

❖ Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows Explorer to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box

The next three sections explain how to start a program from the Start menu, Explorer, and the Run dialog box.

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Starting a program

Explorer.

Starting a program from the Start menu

When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows

1 Click Start, then point to All Programs.

The Windows Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your program is listed, go to step 3, otherwise, continue with step 2.

2 Point to the program group, in this example, Accessories.

The Accessories menu displays.

3 Click the program, in this example, Wor dPad .

WordPad opens.

WordPad program as an example:

XP operating system displays the All

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Starting a program

To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window.

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows view of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.” You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you should know the file name and location of the program’s executable file (this file ends with .exe).

This example opens WordPad using its file name, wordpad.exe.

1 Click Start, then point to All Programs.

2 Click Accessories. 3 Click Windows Explorer. 4 Click My Computer to expand the window. 5 In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, click the

folder containing the program, in this case Program Files.

Windows folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder.

Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a

Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files

6 In the left part of the window, click Windows NT. 7 Click Accessories.

Windows folder on the right side of the window.

8 In the right part of the window, double-click Word Pad.

WordPad opens.

Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories

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Starting a program

To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window.

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

This example uses the Run command to start WordPad:

1 Click Start, then click Run.

The Run dialog box appears.

Sample Run dialog box

2 In the Run dialog box:

❖ If you know the program’s location, type the command

line. For a program in the Windows program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type:

c:\Program Files\WindowsNT\Accessories\Wordpad, then click

OK.

❖ If you do not know the location, click Browse....

In the Browse dialog box, enter the file name (for example, wordpad.exe) and select the drive to search. When the operating system has found the file, click Open.

HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop-down list.

folder, type just the

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Saving your work

Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive.

Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low, see “Setting battery alarms” on page 126.

Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. Check your programs’ documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature.

Saving files

1 On the File menu of your Windows® program, click Save.

If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box.

Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name.

Sample Save As dialog box

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2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to

be stored.

3 Type a file name, then click Save.

HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name.

The Windows

XP operating system supports file names of

up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some

applications still require MS-DOS

file names.

File names

If you plan to share your files with a computer using a preWindows

95 version of the Windows® operating system, the file name must be no more than eight characters long. Typically the file name also has an extension, consisting of a period and up to three additional characters.

You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and ‘. MS-DOS

file names are not case-sensitive and must not contain spaces.

Using a file extension

Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of “.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft own extension is usually unwise, since the program is unlikely to recognize an unusual extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly.

Word saves files

Word file. Creating your

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Printing your work

Verify that the Windows® XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in “Connecting a local printer” on

page 69.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer(s).

To print a file:

1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now.

2 Open the File menu of your Windows

Print.

The program displays a Print dialog box.

program and click

Sample Print dialog box

3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of

pages and number of copies to print.

4 Click Print.

Backing up your files

Backing up your files means copying individual files to media, such as CDs, or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive.

For those systems with a writable CD-ROM drive or DVDROM multi-function drive, you may back up files to a writable disc as follows:

1 To back up to a CD or other media, insert the media into

the appropriate drive.

2 Click Start, then click My Computer. 3 Click the drive that contains the file you want to copy. 4 Double-click the folder that contains the file, then click

the file you want to copy.

HINT: You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one file.

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5 Click File, then click Send To and select the drive from

the list.

Restoring your work

To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files.

TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk. Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file.

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Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus.

For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVDROM drive or multi-function drive.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region. The drive will allow you to change regions four times. On the fourth change, the region will be “locked in.” That is, the drive will only play DVDs from the last region. Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes.

NOTE

You use CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs to load and run software, and to access reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music. A special feature allows you to play audio CDs and movie DVDs even when the computer is turned off. For more information, see “Using QosmioPlayer”

on page 160.

For optimum CD and DVD performance, it is recommended that you play CDs and DVDs while running the computer on AC power.

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Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Drive components and control buttons

The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is located on the right side of the computer. The Media control buttons are located above the keyboard and can be accessed when the display panel is open.

DVD-ROM drive components

Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive may look like this:

Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole

Sample DVD-ROM drive shown

Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the drive is in use.

Eject button—Press to release the disc tray.

Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

Manual eject hole—Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole.

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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Media control buttons

The control buttons above the computer keyboard let you play audio CDs when the computer is on. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is off using the QosmioPlayer application. For more information on playing CDs and DVDs when the computer is powered off, see “Using QosmioPlayer” on page 160.

Stop/ Eject

track

Next track

Record

Play/ Pause

CD/ DVD

Sample Media control buttons above the computer keyboard

The TV button launches Windows Media Center and activates the TV interface. For more information, see

“Watching Television Programs” on page 196.

The CD/DVD button launches Windows Media Center and plays the CD or DVD, if one is inserted into the drive. For more information, see “Listening to Music” on page 208.

The Play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playing.

Brightness

Monitor In

TV Out

The Stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on

the disc.

Toshiba F15 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other documentation

Other icons used

Service options

Selecting a place to work

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Other precautions

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Setting up your computer

Setting up your software

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Adding external devices

Connecting to a power source

Charging the main battery

Using the computer for the first time

Your computer’s features and specifications

Turning on the power

Using the TouchPad™

Using the Scroll button

Using the Control buttons

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad

Installing additional memory (optional)

Removing a memory module

Using an external keyboard

Using a mouse

Connecting a local printer

Setting up your printer

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

Connecting external display devices

Connecting the display device

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Connecting External AV Input Devices

Adjusting the quality of the external display

Turning off the computer

Caring for your computer

Cleaning the computer

Closing the display panel

Moving the computer

Using a computer lock

Computing tips

Using the keyboard

Character keys

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Function keys

Windows® special keys

Overlay keys

Using the overlay to type numeric data

Starting a program

Starting a program from the Start menu

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

Saving your work

Printing your work

Backing up your files

Restoring your work

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Drive components and control buttons

DVD-ROM drive components

Media control buttons