Toshiba F25 User Manual

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User’s Guide

If you need assistance:

❖ Toshiba’s Support Website

pcsupport.toshiba.com

❖ 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 248 in this guide.

F25 Series

PMAD00045010 05/05

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.

Model: Qosmio™ F25 Series

Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty

The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and/or ReWritable optical media drive(s) and associated software, 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 or provided electronically. 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, INC. (“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, NETWORK SYSTEMS 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 either:

❖ Toshiba’s Support Website at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre:

Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273

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.

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 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 pcsupport.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 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.

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.

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 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

aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In the event interference is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued. Operation of such products can be resumed only when they are modified and can no longer cause interference.

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

(4)

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

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

This device works on passive scan only.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

This device works on passive scan only.

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

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

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

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the INPROCOMM IPN2220 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.

EU Canada Japan USA Australia New Zealand

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 pcsupport.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 pcsupport.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 pcsupport.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 however is far much 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.

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.

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.

Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.

Location of the required label

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

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.

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.

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

Portégé and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, FreedomWare, and SmartMedia 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, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet 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.

Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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

Precautions.......................................................43

Important information on your computer’s

cooling fan ..................................................46

Setting up your computer .......................................46

Setting up your software...................................47

Registering your computer with Toshiba ................48

Adding external devices ..........................................48

Connecting to a power source ................................49

Using the main battery............................................53

Contents

Using the computer for the first time......................54

Opening the display panel.................................54

Your computer’s features and specifications ....55

Turning on the power .......................................55

Using the TouchPad™.............................................57

Scrolling with the TouchPad™ ..........................57

Using the Control buttons.................................58

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad .................58

Adding memory ......................................................59

Installing a memory module .............................59

Removing a memory module............................64

Using an external keyboard.....................................66

Using a mouse........................................................66

Connecting a local printer ......................................67

Setting up a printer ...........................................68

Using the optional external USB diskette drive........69

Connecting an optional external diskette drive..69

Connecting external display devices .......................70

Connecting the display device...........................70

Directing the display output when you

turn on the computer ..................................73

Adjusting the quality of the external display......74

Connecting External AV Input Devices ....................74

Powering off the computer .....................................77

Caring for your computer........................................78

Cleaning the computer......................................78

Moving the computer........................................78

Using a computer lock ............................................79

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................ 80

Computing tips .......................................................80

Using the keyboard .................................................82

Character keys .................................................82

Contents

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size

keyboard .....................................................82

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys .........................................83

Function keys....................................................83

Windows® special keys.....................................84

Overlay keys .....................................................84

Using the overlay to type numeric data.............85

Starting a program..................................................86

Starting a program from the Start menu...........86

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer ...87

Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....88

Saving your work....................................................89

Printing your work ..................................................91

Backing up your work .............................................92

Restoring your work .........................................93

Drive components and control buttons.............94

Inserting a disc ................................................95

Playing an audio CD..........................................96

Playing CDs using Auto-Run.............................97

Creating a CD or DVD .......................................98

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD................98

Removing a disc ...............................................99

Caring for CD or DVD Discs .............................99

Powering down the computer...............................100

Using the Turn off command ..........................100

Using Hibernation Mode .................................102

Using Standby Mode.......................................105

Toshiba’s online resources ...................................108

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................ 109

Toshiba’s energy-saver design..............................109

Running the computer on battery power ..............110

Battery Notice .................................................110

Power management ........................................111

Contents

Using additional batteries ...............................111

Charging the batteries...........................................112

Charging the main battery...............................112

Charging the RTC battery................................113

Monitoring battery power .....................................114

Displaying remaining battery power................115

What to do when the battery alarm sounds ....117

Conserving battery power ...............................118

Power profiles.................................................118

Using a hot key to set the power profile..........119

Changing the main battery ....................................120

Removing the battery from the computer .......120

Inserting a charged battery .............................122

Taking care of your battery ...................................123

Safety precautions ..........................................123

Maximizing battery life....................................124

Disposing of used batteries ..................................125

Traveling tips ........................................................126

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features.................. 127

Exploring the desktop ...........................................127

Finding your way around the desktop .............128

Setting up for communications.............................131

Determining the COM port .............................131

Connecting the modem to a telephone line .....133

Connecting to a network ................................134

An overview of using the Internet .........................137

The Internet ....................................................137

The World Wide Web .....................................137

Internet Service Providers...............................138

Connecting to the Internet .............................138

Surfing the Internet.........................................139

Internet features..............................................139

Uploading to, and downloading files from,

Contents

the Internet ..............................................140

Exploring audio features .......................................140

Recording sounds...........................................141

Using external speakers or headphones..........143

Using the i.LINK® port .........................................144

Inserting and removing PC Cards .........................144

Inserting a PC Card.........................................144

Removing a PC Card.......................................145

Setting up a PC Card for your computer .........146

Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot ....................146

Inserting media...............................................146

Removing media.............................................147

Using QosmioPlayer .............................................148

Using the Media Control Buttons ....................149

Playing an audio CD........................................149

Playing a DVD .................................................151

Watching television.........................................153

Connecting an External Device........................154

Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control ....................157

Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media........162

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

Edition 2005....................................................... 163

Media Center Setup...............................................164

Connecting to a Television ..............................164

Connecting the TV Signal Source When

You Have an Existing Setup ......................166

Starting the Media Center .....................................168

Using Media Center...............................................175

Using the Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control

with Media Center .....................................177

Watching Television Programs .............................184

Selecting a Program from the TV Guide..........185

Watching a Recorded TV Program..................187

Contents

Changing a scheduled recording.....................187

Searching for a TV Program to Watch ............188

Recording TV ........................................................189

Recording TV tips ...........................................190

Recording from the Guide...............................191

Recording from Search...................................192

Recording Manually ........................................192

Changing Your Settings ..................................193

Changing recording priorities .........................194

Watching and Recording Movies ....................195

Listening to Music ................................................195

Creating Your Music Library Using Windows

Media® Player ...........................................196

Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to

Windows Media Player Library .................197

Playing Digital Music Files ..............................198

Finding Music Files in My Music.....................199

Playing a Song................................................200

Setting Up an Automatic Disc Jockey .............201

Finding and Playing an Album.........................201

Creating a Playlist ...........................................202

Displaying Your Pictures.......................................203

Viewing a Slide Show......................................205

Sorting your Pictures......................................205

Watching Your Digital Movies...............................206

Organizing Your Videos ..................................206

Playing Digital Videos .....................................207

Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode ...............208

Sorting Videos ................................................208

Watching a DVD....................................................209

Stopping a DVD Movie....................................210

Playing a DVD movie already in your drive .....210

Changing the Media Center Settings .....................211

More Programs.....................................................220

Contents

Online Spotlight ....................................................221

Getting Help for Media Center...............................222

Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 223

TOSHIBA Assist ....................................................224

Secure.............................................................225

Protect & Fix ...................................................225

Optimize..........................................................225

Using a supervisor password................................226

Setting a supervisor password........................226

Deleting a supervisor password......................226

Setting user passwords ........................................227

Using an instant password..............................228

Setting a user password .................................228

Disabling a user password..............................228

PC Diagnostic Tool ...............................................229

TOSHIBA Power Management ..............................230

Profiles ...........................................................231

Quickly creating a new power mode ...............232

Customizing a power mode ............................232

TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format.......................233

Mouse utility ......................................................234

TOSHIBA Accessibility ..........................................235

TOSHIBA Zooming utility ......................................236

TOSHIBA Button Controls .....................................238

CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ...........................239

Fn-esse

TOSHIBA HW Setup..............................................244

...............................................................240

Starting Fn-esse Using the keyboard or pointing device to

assign keys ...............................................242

Viewing existing key assignments...................243

Changing or removing existing key

assignments ............................................244

............................................240

Contents

TOSHIBA Picture Enhancement utility...................245

TOSHIBA Hotkey utility ......................................247

Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong .................................. 248

Problems that are easy to fix ................................248

Problems when you turn on the computer............250

The Windows® operating system is not working ..252

Using Startup options to fix problems ............253

Internet problems ...........................................254

The Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005

operating system can help you .................254

Resolving a hardware conflict...............................255

A plan of action...............................................256

Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....256

Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........258

Memory problems ..........................................260

Power and the batteries ..................................260

Keyboard problems.........................................262

Display problems ............................................263

Disk drive problems........................................265

DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...268

Sound system problems .................................269

PC Card problems...........................................270

Printer problems.............................................273

Modem problems............................................274

Wireless device problems ...............................275

DVD operating problems.......................................278

Develop good computing habits ...........................281

Data and system configuration backup in

Windows XP .............................................282

If you need further assistance...............................288

Before you contact Toshiba ............................288

Contacting Toshiba .........................................289

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites .........................290

Contents

Toshiba’s worldwide offices..................................290

Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................................. 292

Volume Mute ........................................................292

Password security ................................................293

Without a password........................................293

With a password .............................................293

Maintaining security when the battery is

not fully charged .......................................294

Power usage mode ..............................................295

Standby mode.......................................................296

Hibernation mode ................................................297

Display modes ......................................................298

Display brightness ................................................298

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad .....................299

Zooming applications in/out .................................299

Keyboard hot keys ...............................................300

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors......................... 301

Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your

Toshiba Computer............................................. 302

Getting Started......................................................303

Starting ConfigFree .........................................303

ConfigFree Utilities................................................305

Connectivity Doctor ........................................305

Search for Wireless Devices ...........................308

Profile Settings ...............................................311

ConfigFree SUMMIT........................................313

Quick Connect.................................................317

Using the Automatic Switch..................................320

Semi-Automatic Switch Feature............................321

Glossary.................................................................................... 323

Index..........................................................................................338

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.

You will find your operating system, Microsoft XP Media Center Edition 2005 (MCE), already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting features, multimedia enjoyment, and easy Internet access.

Windows®

NOTE

Certain Microsoft® software product(s) included with this computer may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures and Microsoft's privacy policy will be detailed during initial launch of the product, or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfigurations of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply).

Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.

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.

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 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. Toshiba's standard limited warranty, extended warranty, and service upgrade terms and conditions are available at www.warranty.toshiba.com.

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 248.

Introduction

Service options

Chapter 1

Getting Started

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

Selecting a place to work

Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.

Creating a computer-friendly environment

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

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 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.

Keeping yourself comfortable

The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Precautions

Your 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.

❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or

surface of the computer.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately:

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer.

3. Remove the battery pack.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer.

Do not turn on the power again, until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center.

If you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Continuous operation for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of the body. If pain persists despite rest, consult your doctor.

PC base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin.

Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation.

Before you remove a PC Card, always wait for it to cool. You could get burned removing a hot PC Card.

Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could damage the computer or cause system failure.

❖ 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.

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

Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could damage the disc and possibly lose data.

❖ 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 need a special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

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 setup steps up to and including “Setting up your software” on page 47 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 contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it.

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

on page 49.

To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account, you must either connect the built-in modem to a telephone line or establish a Local Area Network (LAN) connection. See “Setting up for communications” on

page 131.

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 Select the appropriate option from the Help protect your

4 Enter the computer name and description and click Next

5 Select how your computer will connect to the internet

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.

computer screen and click Next.

or Skip.

and click Next. The computer will pause for a moment while checking for an

Internet connection.

If an Internet connection could not be found, a window will display the message: “An Internet connection could not be chosen.” Click Next to continue.

Getting Started

Registering your computer with Toshiba

NOTE

6 Follow the remaining screen prompts to complete the

If you are connecting your computer to a network, consult your system administrator before you choose your computer name and network settings.

setup process. Once you click the final screen, your computer restarts

automatically.

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send the 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.

NOTE

To register online, you must be connected to the Internet via your computer’s modem and a voice-grade telephone line, or by a Local Area Network.

Adding external devices

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

❖ Add more memory (see “Adding memory” on page 59) ❖ Connect a mouse (see “Using a mouse” on page 66) ❖ Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a local printer”

on page 67)

Connecting to a power source

❖ Connect an external diskette drive (see “Using the

optional external USB diskette drive” on page 69)

❖ Connect external speakers or headphones (see “Using

external speakers or headphones” on page 143)

❖ Connect a microphone (there is also an internal

microphone) (see “Using a microphone” on page 141)

❖ Connect a standard TV antenna (see “Connecting a

standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player” on page 71)

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

on page 144)

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 main battery.

Getting Started

Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User’s Guide. 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.

Power cord/cable

Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter

To connect AC power to the computer:

Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adapter could cause fire or damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury.

AC adapter

AC adapter cord

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 cord to the computer

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

The AC power light on the indicator panel glows green.

Never tamper with the power cord/cable or plug; never splice or alter a power cord/cable; never bend or twist a power cord/ cable; never place heavy objects on a power cord/cable; never place a power cord/cable near a heat source; never run a power cord/cable through a pinch point such as a door or window; never use nails, staples, or similar objects to fasten or attach cord in place, never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC adapter or a Battery Charger. Doing any of the above may damage the cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

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Connecting to a power source

Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

The computer’s battery light gives you an indication of the main battery’s current charge:

❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged

(AC adapter connected)

❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged

❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged; the main

battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet

❖ Flashing amber when the main battery charge is low and

it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter.

NOTE

If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply.

Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. See “Charging the main battery” on page 112 for information on replacing the main battery.

Using the main battery

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

page 110.

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 allows the battery to recharge.

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Using the main battery

NOTE

TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached.

The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on.

Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.

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Using the computer for the first time

Opening the display panel

Press the display latch and lift the display panel.

Sample opening the display panel

To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily.

Never lift the computer by the display panel.

Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power.

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Using the computer for the first time

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.

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

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

Sample system icons

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.

The first time you turn on the computer you should not have any accessories or third-party devices attached.

2 Check to ensure that all disc drives are empty. 3 Press and hold the power button until the on/off light on

the system indicator panel glows green—approximately one second. The power button glows blue.

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

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Using the computer for the first time

Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data.

4 The preinstalled operating system loads automatically.

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

Sample turning on the power

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 square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch. To move the cursor, 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 yourself.

❖ 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

Once you have positioned your cursor, you can either click it into place by double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons.

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 desired direction.

™

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. This feature can be disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box.

™

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Using the TouchPad™

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 determine if it uses the right mouse button.

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad

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

1 Click Start, Control Panel.

The Control Panel window appears.

2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse Properties.

The Mouse Properties window appears.

4 Click the TouchPad ON/OFF tab.

The TouchPad ON/OFF tab appears.

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.

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NOTE

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

page 299).

Adding memory

HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit

accessories.toshiba.com.

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.

For more information on memory options, check the accessories information that came with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com.

Installing a memory module

Additional memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. You will need a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver for this procedure.

NOTE

Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See “Setting up your

software” on page 47.

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

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Adding memory

Installing a memory module with the computer’s power on may damage the computer, the module, or both.

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

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 Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.

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

1 If the computer is on, click Start, Turn off computer.

The Turn off computer window appears.

2 Click Turn O ff.

The operating system turns off the computer.

3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the

computer, including the AC adapter.

4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing

the main battery, see “Changing the main battery” on

page 120.

5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside

down to locate the memory module slot cover.

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Adding memory

Memory module slot cover

Sample locating the memory module slot cover

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

screw that secures the memory module slot cover.

Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover

7 Remove the memory slot cover. 8 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you

can retrieve them later.

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Adding memory

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 pin connector on the side you insert into the computer.

9 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic

packaging.

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

10 Insert the memory module into the socket on the

underside of the computer.

Sample inserting the memory module into the slot

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Adding memory

11 Hold the memory module by its edges so that the gold

connector bar faces the slot, at a slight angle to the socket.

Sample inserting the memory module into the socket

12 Check that the module is lined up with the socket clips.

Sample aligning the module into the socket

13 Gently press down on the memory module connector

until the clips snap into place.

Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place

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Adding memory

Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be level when secured in place.

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

14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the

screw.

15 Turn the computer over and restart it.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work.

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 module.

If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in “Checking total memory” on page 66.

Removing a memory module

If you need to remove a memory module:

1 Complete steps 1–6 in “Installing a memory module” on

page 59 to shut down the computer and open the memory

module slot cover.

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Adding memory

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.

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 at least ten 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 screw.

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5 Turn the computer over and restart it.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work.

Checking total memory

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

1 Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and

Maintenance, and then System.

2 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 13 of Installing a memory module.

Using an external keyboard

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

Using a mouse

You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built-in TouchPad. You can attach an external mouse to one of the computer’s USB ports, provided the mouse is USB-compatible.

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Connecting a local printer

NOTE

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

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

Connecting a local printer

NOTE

You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USBcompatible, check its documentation.

To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with your printer. If a USB cable was not included with your printer, 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.

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

If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer will automatically recognize the printer; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions.

TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation.

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Connecting a local printer

If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you must set up the printer as described in “Setting up a printer” on

page 68.

To connect a USB printer to your computer:

1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect

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

2 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet.

Setting up a printer

NOTE

If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to set it up for the first time. You only need to set up the printer once.

1 Click Start, Printers and Faxes.

2 Click Add a printer.

Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure.

The Printers and Faxes window appears.

The Add Printer Wizard appears.

Sample Add Printer Wizard

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Using the optional external USB diskette drive

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer.

Using the optional external USB diskette drive

The optional external USB diskette drive allows you to use diskettes and is useful for installing software on the hard disk, exchanging information with other systems, and making backup copies of the files stored on your hard disk.

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 on your computer.

Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive

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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 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.

RGB (Monitor Out) S-video Out port

port

Sample left side of system

Connecting the display device

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

an external monitor or projector” on page 73.

Selecting video cables

To connect a device to the S-video port, you must 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).

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

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. Make sure the input to

4 On your computer, press the TV Out button, or toggle the

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 left side of the computer.

the device is correctly set for the S-Video port. (See the device’s documentation for more information.)

display using the Fn+ F5 hot key combination. (The TV Out button is located above and to the right of the keyboard.)

NOTE

If you do not see the image transfer from your computer screen to the external video device, modify the Display Properties as described in “Adjusting the Display Properties” on page 72.

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Connecting external display devices

Adjusting the Display Properties

When using the S-Video display port, the desktop shown on your TV may be larger than the screen can show. As a result, you may have to adjust the Display Properties to show the entire desktop on the TV without having to pan the display.

To adjust the display properties

1 Right-click on the Windows Desktop and click Properties.

The Display Properties dialog box appears.

2 In the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab.

Settings Tab

3 On the Settings tab, click and drag the Screen resolution

slider to the left to select a lower screen resolution.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Most televisions use or support an 800 x 600 standard resolution.

4 Click Apply, then click OK to close the Display Properties

window.

The screen is now displayed correctly on your TV.

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Connecting external display devices

For more information, see “Directing the display output when

you turn on the computer” on page 73.

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 left side of the computer.

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

outlet.

3 Turn on the external device. 4 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly, pausing

between each press, until you get the desired setting. See the immediately following section on directing the display output for more information.

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, pausing

between each press, 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

Fn + F5):

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

simultaneously

❖ TV (or other external video device) only

3 Release the

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.

Fn key.

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 800 X 600 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

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Connecting External AV Input Devices

❖ VCR/DVD players or game console devices via the

Composite In port

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 Composite In port

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

1 Connect the composite in cable (purchased separately) to the

Composite In port on the right side of the computer.

2 Connect the external device to the composite in cable. 3 Turn on your computer. 4 If Microsoft

not been configured, use the Setup Wizard to install the required components.

5 After the required components are installed, select

Configure tuners, TV signal, and guide.

6 Select Yes, use this region to configure TV services

then click Next.

7 Select I will manually configure my TV signal then

click Next.

8 Select Cable or digital cable then click Next.

Windows® XP Media Center Edition has

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9 Select Analog (NTSC) then click Next. 10 At the Do you have a Set-top box, click Ye s and then

click Next.

11 Turn on the external display device.

Microsoft to find the composite port video signal.

12 Click Next.

The Set-top Box Remote window displays.

13 Click No and then click Next.

The Select Number of Digits window displays.

14 Select two digits then click Next.

The How Do You Change Channels? window displays.

15 Select No, I just enter the channel number and then

click Next.

Windows® XP Media Center Edition will scan

The Select Your Set-box Brand window displays.

16 Choose any brand of cable box then click Next.

The Select Remote Control Code window displays.

17 Choose any code then click Next.

The Test Channel Changing window appears.

18 Press any numeric digit. 19 Click The set top box changed the channel correctly

and then click Next. The Set IR Signal Speed window appears.

20 Press any numeric digit. 21 Click The channel changed correctly then click Next.

The Guide Privacy window appears.

22 Click No and then click Next.

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23 Click I am finished then click Next. 24 Click Finished to complete the setup. 25 From the from the Microsoft

Center Edition main menu select My TV, then click Live TV.

If Microsoft configured for live TV, from the Microsoft Media Center Edition main menu select Settings, TV, Set Up TV Signal, and then click Ye s.

The Set up Your TV Signal Wizard is displayed. You will then need to repeat steps 5 through 21 to set up the composite port.

Windows® XP Media Center Edition has been

Powering off the computer

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

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Windows® XP Media

Windows® XP

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. When the battery light glows green, the main battery is fully charged.

When you power off the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate, and Stand By. Each option has its advantages.

❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the

Windows system.

❖ 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. The next time you turn on the computer, you automatically return to where you left off.

XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating

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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 100.

Caring for your computer

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

page 123.

Cleaning the computer

Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker grille 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.

Moving the computer

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive-in-use 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). Doing so could damage the system.

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.

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Using a computer lock

Sample PORT-Noteworthy

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.

Computer Lock Cable

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 temporarily stays in the computer’s memory until you save it to the hard disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your main battery runs out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the main battery is running low. See “Conserving

battery power” on page 118.

HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you can activate. 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 100 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.

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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

Fn key simultaneously in combination with one

Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys;

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Using the keyboard

of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.

NOTE

The emulation Fn key and the Wake up on Keyboard while in Standby are only functional when using the internal keyboard; they are not supported when using a USB keyboard.

Your computer’s keyboard has only one Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left

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.

Enter and one Ctrl key.

Ctrl

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

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Using the keyboard

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

page 240 or “Hot Keys” on page 292.

Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute

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

Start key

Application key

Fn+F9 turns

” on

Overlay keys

Sample numeric and cursor control overlay

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Using the keyboard

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.

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

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

Shift.

Shift while you use the numeric

To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the 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.

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

WordPad program as an example:

Fn key

Explorer.

1 Click Start, All Programs.

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

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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.

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 All Programs menu, you can start it from Windows you a 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, All Programs, Accessories, and then click

Windows Explorer.

2 In the left pane of the window, click My Computer to

expand the window.

3 In the left pane of the window, click Local Disk (C:). 4 In the left pane of the window, 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.

5 In the left pane of the window, click Windows NT.

Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files

Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives

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6 In the left pane of the window, click Accessories.

Windows folder on the right side of the window.

7 In the right pane of the window, double-click

WordPad.exe.

WordPad opens.

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

Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

This example uses the Run command to start WordPad.exe:

1 Click Start, Run.

The Run dialog box appears.

Sample Run dialog box

2 In the Run dialog box:

❖ If the program is in the Windows

program name.

❖ If you know the program’s location, type the full file path.

3 Click OK.

If you do not know the program’s location, you can search for it by returning to the Start menu and clicking Search. Follow the instructions on the Search screen.

NT folder, type just the

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.

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 Standby command. 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 “Conserving battery

power” on page 118.

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.

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To save:

❖ A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu

and click Save

❖ A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a

name for the file, and click OK

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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.

Sample Save As dialog box

The Windows system supports file names of up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some applications still require file names limited to eight characters.

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File names

The Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system supports long file names which can contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters.

You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and ‘. File names are not case-sensitive.

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.

TECHNICAL NOTE: By default, the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system does not show file extensions. For information on showing or hiding file extensions, see your Windows online help.

Printing your work

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Word saves files

Word file. Creating your

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Verify that the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system is set up for your printer as described in

“Connecting a local printer” on page 67.

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 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.

program and click

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The program displays a Print dialog box.

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 work

Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up your files to different types of media such as CDs, DVDs, diskettes, or to a network, if available.

To back up several files at one time, use the Microsoft Windows hard disk. For more information, see “Backing up your data

to CDs with Windows XP” on page 284.

backup program preinstalled on the computer’s

HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive.

Small files can be backed up on diskettes if an optional external diskette drive is available.

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.

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.

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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 automatically changes to play in the format of the other region. The drive allows you to change regions four times. On the fourth change, the region is “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.

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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 148.

For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power. In addition, your computer’s Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting for DVD playback.

Drive components and control buttons

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

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 148.

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Play/ Pause

CD/ DVD

Sample Media control buttons above the computer keyboard

Inserting a disc

Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down, and do not set the volume too high when using the headphones. Continuous exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing.

Stop/ Eject

track

Next track

Record

Brightness

On Screen Display

TV Out

1 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of

dust.

Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could lose data.

If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Caring for CD or

DVD Discs” on page 99.

2 With the label facing up, carefully place the disc partially

into the slot until it stops or starts pulling the disc in.

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Sample of positioning the disc in the drive

Playing an audio CD

If the computer is off, you can press the CD/DVD button to play the CD using QosmioPlayer (refer to “Using

QosmioPlayer” on page 148) for more information.

If the computer is turned on, Windows Media and the CD begins to play. You can use the Windows Media Player program to control the CD.

To access the Windows Media Player, you can open it through the Start menu or activate it from the taskbar.

NOTE

When using Windows Media Player, your system may not be able to activate Standby or Hibernation modes. To prevent this from occurring, close Windows Media Player before you select Standby or Hibernation mode.

Player opens

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Sample Windows Media® Player screen

The CD Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player:

❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button

on the CD Player control panel.

❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button.

Playing CDs using Auto-Run

If you insert a CD into the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disk, try launching the CD manually. To do this, follow these steps:

1 Open the Start menu and select My Computer.

2 Double-click the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive icon.

The drive runs the CD.

If your disk does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disk. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows Media Player

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and point it to play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files on the disk.

Creating a CD or DVD

Depending on your computer’s configuration, your computer may come with a multi-function drive that allows you to:

❖ Play pre-recorded DVDs ❖ Play pre-recorded CDs ❖ Read and write files (depending on your system

configuration) and music files to CD-Recordable (CD-R) and CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) discs; and read and write DVD±R/±RW, and DVD RAM.

NOTE

For details on how to use the software, please refer to the respective Online Help menus.

Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media.

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD

CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or DVD.

Removing a disc

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

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NOTE

1 Locate and press the eject button.

2 Grasp the disc and remove it from the computer, then

The computer must be powered on to eject a disc.

The disc partially ejects from the slot.

place the disc in its protective cover.

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❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect

them from scratches and keep them clean.

❖ Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖ Do not apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a

disc.

❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the

surface can prevent the DVD-ROM drive or multifunction drive from reading the data properly.

❖ Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or

cold.

❖ To clean a disc that is dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry

cloth. The most efficient method to clean it is to start from the center of the disc and wipe toward the outward edge (not in a circle). If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive.

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Powering down the computer

Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel’s disk light and the drive-in-use light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/or drive.

When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off Computer (or Shut down), Stand By, and Hibernation.

TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using any of these options to power down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off.

If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again.

Using the Turn off command

The following procedures describe how to turn off the computer when it is running the Windows Edition 2005 operating system.

If your computer is not connected to a domain server:

1 Click Start, Turn off computer.

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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

Precautions

Setting up your computer

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Setting up your software

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Adding external devices

Connecting to a power source

Using the main battery

Using the computer for the first time

Opening the display panel

Your computer’s features and specifications

Turning on the power

Using the TouchPad™

Using the Control buttons

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad

Adding memory

Installing a memory module

Removing a memory module

Using an external keyboard

Using a mouse

Connecting a local printer

Setting up a printer

Using the optional external USB diskette drive

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

Powering off the computer

Caring for your computer

Cleaning the computer

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 work

Restoring your work

Drive components and control buttons

Inserting a disc

Playing an audio CD

Playing CDs using Auto-Run

Creating a CD or DVD

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD

Removing a disc

Caring for CD or DVD Discs

Powering down the computer

Using the Turn off command