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Model: Satellite 1730/1735/1750/1755 Compact Disk-Read/Write

The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk-Read/Write (CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT W A RRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PR ODUCT W ILL BE UN INTERR UPT ED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIA TE S AND SUPPLIERS SHAL L HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR D AMA GE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DA TA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT O F OR RE SULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSS IBILITY THERE OF.

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 devi ces as a precaution agai nst possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DA TA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TR OUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTH ER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DAT A CANNO T BE RECO VERED, T OSHIB A SHALL NO T BE LIABLE FO R ANY DAMA GE OR LOSS OF D ATA, OR ANY OTHER D AMA GE RESULTING THEREFR OM. WHEN COPYIN G OR TRANSFERR ING YOU R D ATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONF IRM WHETHER THE D ATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. T OSHIB A DISCLA IMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DA TA 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. ACCORDINGL Y, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PR ODUCTS IN ANY CRITI CAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE C OMPUTER PR ODUCTS I N A CRITICAL APPLI CATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUM E F ULL RES PONSIB ILITY F OR SUCH USE.

Model: Satellite 1730/1735/1750/1755 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. Howev er, 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 t he follo wing measures:

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

the receiver is connected.

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

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

attached to this computer. Operation with non-compliant peri pherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, video jack, USB ports, PS/2™ port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by To shiba could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device c omplies with Part 15 of the F CC Rules. Oper ation is subj ect to th e following two conditions:

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

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

9740 Irvine Blvd.

Irvine, CA 92618-1697

(949) 583-3000

Industry Canada Requirement

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

Canada.

FCC Requirements

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

Installation

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

❖ The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem. ❖ The FCC registration number of the modem. ❖ The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.5B.

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

T ype of Service

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

T elephone Company Procedures

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

If Problems Arise

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

Disconnection

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

Fax Branding

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

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

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 Termi nal 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 abo ve 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 t he electrical ground

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

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

particularly important in rural areas.

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

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

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

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.3. NOTICE: The Ringer E quiv al ence 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 Equi val ence Numbers of al l the devices does not exceed 5.

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

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.

CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Safety Instruction

The C D- ROM or DVD-ROM d r i v e employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual careful ly a nd retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

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

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

Location of the required label

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

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

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

This guide is copyrighted by T oshiba 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.

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

Export Administration Regulation

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

Notice

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

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

T rademarks

Satellite, Noteworthy, and AccuPoint II are registered trademarks, Active Menu, Ask IRIS Online, SelectServ, VirtualT ech, FreedomWare and choose freedom are trademarks, and InTouch is a service mark of T oshiba America Informat ion Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

Intel is a registered trademark and Celeron is a trademark of Intel C orporation. CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc. WinD VD is a trademark of I nterVideo, Inc. Crystal is a registered trademark of Cirrus L ogic. Energy Star is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection

Agency . LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks, and A ctiv e Desktop and

Media Player are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. PS/2 is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Soundblaster Pro is a registered trademark of Creative Labs, Inc. W orldNet i s a re gistered trademark of AT&T Corporation. Yahoo! and My Yahoo! are registered trademarks of Yahoo!, Inc. RingCentral is a registered trademark of Ring Zero Systems, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

Energy Star Compliance

As an Energy Star® partner, T oshiba has determined that this product is Energy Star compliant.

Contents

Introduction............................................................................... 19

This guide............................................................................... 19

Safety icons............................................................................ 20

Other icons used............................................................... 21

Other documentation............................................................ 21

Service options...................................................................... 22

Chapter 1: Finding Y our W ay Around..................................... 23

Making sure you have everything............................. ........... 23

Front with the display closed................................................ 24

Front panel controls.......................................................... 24

Back........................................................................................ 27

Right side............................................................................... 29

Left side.................................................................................. 30

Front with the display open.................................................. 31

System indicator panel..................................................... 33

Underside............................................................................... 34

Chapter 2: Getting Started........................................................ 35

Selecting a place to work.... .......... ......... .......... ............ ......... 35

Creating a computer -frie ndly environment................. ... 35

Keeping yourself comfortable.......................................... 36

Precautions....................................................................... 40

Setting up your computer.................................................... 41

Installing additional memory (optional).......................... 42

Removing a memory module......................................... 44

Connecting a mouse........................................................ 45

Connecting a printer......................................................... 46

Connecting the AC adapter.............................................. 47

Charging the battery............................................................. 49

Using the computer for the first time.................................. 50

Opening the display panel................................................ 50

T urning on the power....................................................... 50

Adjusting brightness and co ntrast.................................. 51

Using the AccuPo int II pointi ng device.......... .......... ....... 52

Setting up your software.................................................. 53

Setting up a printer........................................................... 54

Customizing your computer’s settin gs.............. ........ ..... 57

T urning off the computer...................................................... 58

Caring for your computer..................................................... 59

Cleaning the computer..................................................... 59

Moving the computer....................................................... 59

Using a computer lock..................................................... 60

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics................................................ 61

Computing tips...................................................................... 61

Using the keyboard......................... ............... .................. ..... 62

Character keys................ ............ ........... .............. ............ . 63

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys......................................................... 63

Function keys...................... ........ ......... ........ ........ .......... ... 64

Windows special keys............ ........... .............. ............ ..... 64

Overlay keys...................................................................... 64

Starting a program................................................................ 66

Using the front pan el control button s in AP mode...... ....... 66

Programming t he front p anel contro l buttons

for AP mode...................................................................... 67

Saving your work.................................................................. 69

Printing your work................................................................. 70

Using diskettes...................................................................... 70

Inserting and removing di skettes............... .......... ........... 71

Caring for diskettes........................................................... 71

Backing up your files............................................................. 72

Copying to a diskette........................................................ 72

Playing CDs or DVDs............................................................ 73

Inserting a disc into th e CD-ROM or DV D-ROM drive.. 73

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD............................. 75

Playing audio CDs............................................................. 76

Playing DVDs..................................................................... 78

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

Caring for compact discs............................................... 100

Setting up for communications......................................... 100

Connecting the modem to a telephone line.................. 101

Connecting you r computer t o a netwo rk............... ....... 101

Powering down the computer........................................... 102

Shut down command..................................................... 102

Hibernation command.................................................... 103

Standby command......................................................... 104

Using Shut down............................................................ 105

Using Hibernation mode................................................ 107

Using Standby................................................................. 108

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing....................................... ......... 111

Toshiba’s energy-saver design................................ ........... 111

Managing power usage...................................................... 112

Running the comput er on battery power... .......... ............ . 113

Using additional battery packs.... ........................ ........... 113

Battery safety precautions............................ ................. 114

Maximizing battery life................................................... 114

Charging batteries............................................................... 115

Charging the main battery............................................. 115

Charging the RTC battery............................................... 116

Monitoring battery power................................................... 117

Determining re maining battery power ......... ........ ........ . 117

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

What to do when the battery runs low......................... 119

Changing the main battery................................................. 121

Removing the battery..................................................... 121

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

Disposing of used batteries safely..................................... 123

T raveling t ips...... ............ .......... .......... ......... ............ .......... ... 124

Chapter 5: Getting to Know Windows Millennium Edition.. 125

Lesson 1: Explori ng the desktop............................ ........... 126

Finding your way around the desktop.......................... 126

Windows Millennium Editio n file system.................. ... 133

Lesson 2: Using the AccuPoin t II pointing device........... 134

Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet.............................. 136

Exploring the Web Tutorial............................................. 137

Lesson 4: Creating a new document ........ .................... ..... 140

Lesson 5: Creating a new folder....................... ................. 142

Lesson 6: Starting programs.......................................... ... 143

Lesson 7: Resizing, re positioning, and hiding wi ndows. 145

Using the taskbar............................................................ 146

Minimizing and maximi zing win dows..................... ..... 146

Resizing and moving windows..................................... 147

Lesson 8: Closing programs .......... ............. .............. ......... 148

Lesson 9: Creati ng shortcut s...................... .......... .......... ... 149

Creating a shortcu t to the Calculat or...... .......... ............ . 149

Creating a shortcu t to the Character Map....... ............ . 150

Lesson 10: Changing the screensa ver.............................. 152

Lesson 11: Setting the date and time................................ 154

Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop............. 156

Lesson 13: Using System Restore..................... ............ ... 158

Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?.............. ............ ..... 159

Windows Millennium Ed ition Help......................... ....... 159

Using the online to urs and tutorials..................... ......... 161

Lesson 15: T urnin g off your computer. .................... ......... 162

Chapter 6: Exploring Y our Options........................................ 163

Windows Millennium Ed ition special features. ............ ..... 163

Personalizing your desktop................................................ 164

Customizing the taskbar................................................. 164

Bringing the world to your desktop...... ........ .......... ....... 165

Personalizing individual windows................................. 166

Adding a background to a window............................... 166

Customizing window toolbars....................................... 167

Using your computer at the office..................................... 169

Exchanging data with another computer.......................... 169

T ransferring files.............................................................. 169

Getting help transferring files......................................... 170

Sending a fax................................................................... 170

An overview of using the Internet...................................... 170

The Internet...................................................................... 171

The World Wide Web..................................................... 171

Internet Service Providers.............................................. 171

Connecting to the Internet.............................................. 171

Surfing the Internet......................................................... 172

Internet features.............................................................. 173

Uploading and downloading files from the Internet.... 173

Toshiba’s online resources................................................. 174

Exploring audio features..................................................... 174

Recording sounds.......................................................... 174

Using external s peakers or head phones.................... ....... 176

Using PC Cards..................... .......... ......... .......... ............ ..... 176

PC Card supporting software........................................ 177

Inserting PC Cards.......................................................... 177

Removing PC Cards....................................................... 178

Hot swapping.................................................................. 179

Emulating a full-size keyboard........................................... 180

Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong................................... 181

Problems that are easy to fix................................... ........... 181

Problems when you turn on the computer...................... 184

Windows Millenniu m Edition is not work ing. ............ ....... 185

Using startup options to fix problems.......................... 185

Internet problems........................................................... 188

Windows Millennium Edition can help you.................. 189

Resolving a hardware conflict............................................ 190

A plan of action............................................................... 190

Resolving hardware co nflicts on your ow n....... .......... . 191

Fixing a problem with Devi ce Manager....................... . 193

Memory card problems................................................. 194

Power problems ............................................................ 195

Keyboard problems........................................................ 197

AccuPoint II problems.................................................... 198

Display problems............................................................ 199

Disk drive problems....................................................... 201

CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive problems............................ 203

Sound system problems............................ ................... 204

PC Card problems.......................................................... 204

Printer problems............................................................. 208

Modem problems........................................................... 209

Develop good computing habits.................................. ..... 210

Using VirtualTech™............................................................... 211

If you need further assistance............................................ 212

Before you call................................................................. 212

Contacting Toshiba......................................................... 213

Other Toshiba Internet W eb sit es ........ .......... ........ ....... 214

Toshiba’s worldwide offices................................................ 215

Appendix A: Hot Keys............................................................. 219

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors.................................. 221

Glossary................................................................................... 223

Index......................................................................................... 237

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Introduction

W elcome to the w orld of powerf ul and portable multimedia computing! Your Satellite computer offers enhanced multimedia and easy Internet access. With your ne w Toshiba notebook computer, your work can accompany you where v er you go. Your computer’s operating system is Microsoft Edition.

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 specif ic

information.

Windows® Millennium

Introduction

Safety icons

If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read through Chapters 1 through 6 to familiarize yourself with the parts of the computer . After that, you can seek out whatever interest s you most.

Safety icons

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

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

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

CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in da mage t o e quipme nt or prop er ty if t he sa fe ty instruction is not observed.

NOTE: This icon indi cate s infor matio n that relat es to the safe operation of the equipment or related items.

Other icons used

Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information:

TECHNICAL NOTE: This i con pr ovid es te chnical inf ormat ion about the unit.

HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.

DEFINITION: Thi s icon i ndicat es the def inition of a t erm used in the text.

Service options

T oshiba of fe rs a full line of service options b uilt around its SelectServ material included with your computer for registration information.

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

Something Goes Wrong on page 181.

™ warranty programs. See the warranty and service

Chapter 1

Finding Y our Way Around

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

Making sure you have everything

Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card that shipped with your computer to make s ure you receive d everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately . F or additional help, see If you need further

assistance on page 212.

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Front with the display closed

Display latchDiskette drive Diskette drive release button

Front panel lights and controls

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

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

The diskette drive release b utton ejects a disk ette from the diskette driv e.

The front panel lights provide information about v arious system functions. The front pane l co ntr ol s perfor m sev eral functions, depending on the position of the AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch.

Front panel controls

AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch

Stop/eject button

Play/pause button

On/off light

Speaker volume control

Next track button

Previous track button

Battery light

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Front with the display closed

AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch

The AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch has three different positions:

❖ When the switch is in AP mode, the buttons act as hot keys

and launch a predefined program of your choice. For more information on programming and using the buttons, see Using the front panel control buttons in AP mode on

page 66.

❖ When the switch is in Lock mode, the f our front panel control

buttons (stop/eject, play/pause, pre vious track, next track) are disabled.

❖ When the switch is in CD or DVD mode, the front panel

buttons can control playing the CD or D VD. For more information on using the front panel buttons to play a CD or DVD, see CD/DVD Player controls on page 26.

NOTE: You can play an audio CD or audio DVD even when the computer is off by sliding the AP/ Lock/CD or DVD switch to CD or DVD mode. The front panel control buttons can be used to control playing the CD, however the computer must be on to control a DVD using the front panel controls.

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Front with the display closed

Power and battery indicator lights

The on/off light glows green when the computer is on, or when the computer is off and the AP/Lock/CD or D VD switch is set to CD or DVD. The battery light indicates the main battery’s current charge. It:

❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged ❖ Flashes green while the battery is being charged ❖ Glows red when the charge is belo w 10 percent ❖ Flashes red when the charge reaches 2 percent ❖ Does not glow if the external po wer source is disconnected or

if the battery is completely discharged

CD/DVD Player controls

With the computer of f or on, slide the AP/Lock/CD or D VD switch to the right to enable the front panel CD/DVD pl ayer controls. The computer must be on to play a DVD using the front panel controls.

In CD or DVD mode, the front panel control buttons ha ve the following functions:

The stop/eject button stops the disc if it is playing, or opens the CD-ROM or DVD-R OM dri ve tray.

The play/pause button starts playing the current track in the CD-ROM or DVD-R OM dri ve, or pauses a track that is alr eady playing.

Back

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Back

The previous track b utton r eturns t o the beginni ng of t he preceding track (for CDs) or chapter (for DVDs) on the disc.

The next track button skips to the beginning of the fol lowing track (for CDs) or chapter (for DVDs) on the disc.

The speaker volume control adjusts the stereo speak er vol ume. Press and hold the left side to decrease the vol ume until the desired volume is reached. Press and hold the right side to increase the volume until the desired volum e is reached.

Cooling vents

Security lock slot

DC-IN jack

USB ports

Modem port

The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional PORT - Noteworthy large, heavy object, such as your desk.

The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.

The DC-IN jack is where you plug in the A C adapter. For more information, see Connecting the AC adapter on page 47.

computer cable lock to secure the computer to a

Parallel port

Shutdow n button

PS/2 port

Monitor port

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Back

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer, such as a keyboard, pointing de vice, printer, or monitor.

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

The USB standard allows you to install and remove USB devices while t he co mp uter is on . Sw itch in g de vi ce s with out turning off the computer is called “hot swapping.”

The modem port lets you use a modular phone cable to connect the built-in modem directly to a standard telephone line. F or more information on using the modem, see Connecting the modem to

a telephone line on page 101.

The shutdown button, accessed through the small hole, allo ws you to shut down your computer manually .

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

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

The monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor.

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

Right side

Finding Y our W ay Ar ound

Right side

Headphone jack

Microphone jack

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

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

The PC Card eject buttons allow easy remov al of PC Cards.

PC Card slots (2)

PC Card eject buttons

Cooling vents

The two stacked PCMCIA-compatible PC Card slots allow you to install additional devices. Each slot can accommodate a Type I or T ype II PC Card. Both slots ar e required to install a Type III PC Card. For more information, see Using PC Cards on page 176.

The cooling vents prevent the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.

Left side

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CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the PC Card slots. A pin or similar object that accidentally gets into a slot can damage the computer’s circuitr y.

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (CD-ROM drive shown)Manual eject button

The manual eject button enables you to manually eject a disc from the CD-ROM or D VD-R OM dri ve.

The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive allows you to install and run programs from application CD-R OMs. You can also use it to play audio CDs. A DVD-RO M driv e also enables you to vie w D VD video presentations or play DVD movi es.

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Front with the display open

Power button

Keyboard

Screen

System indicator panel

AccuPoint II pointing device Scroll buttons

Primary control button

Secondary control button

Left speaker

Front panel controls

The power button turns the computer on and of f. The keyboard provides all the functionality of a full-size

keyboard. For more information, see Using the keyboard on

page 62.

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

Right speaker

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Front with the display open

The screen is either a 13.0-inch diagonal, DSTN (Satellite 1730/1735) or a 13.3-inch diagonal, TFT (Satellite 1750/1755) color liquid crystal display (LCD).

DEFINITIONS: DSTN (Dual SuperTwist Nematic) is a passive-matrix LCD technology that uses two display layers to counteract the co lor sh ift ing tha t occu rs wi th con ventio nal supertwist di splays.

TFT (Thin Film Transistor) is an active-matr ix LCD technology tha t uses one TFT for each cell. Active-matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passivematrix displays.

The lights on the system indicator panel provide information about various ke yboard and system functions.

The computer’s pointing device comprises an AccuPoint pointing device and four control b uttons. The AccuPoint II all ows

you to position the cursor on the screen. The control bu ttons work with the AccuPoint II. The larger button act s as the primary

button on a mouse. The smaller button acts as the secondary button on a mouse. The two small buttons are scroll b uttons. For

more information, see Using the AccuPoint II pointing device

on page 52.

The front panel controls allow con venient use of the CD or D VD player, or can launch your f av orite programs. F or more information, see Front panel controls on page 24.

System indicator panel

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Front with the display open

AC power light

Hard disk drive-access light

Disk activity light

The A C power light glows green when the computer is connected to an AC power sour ce.

The hard disk drive-access light flashes green when the hard disk drive is being acces sed.

The disk activity light flashes green when the disk ette driv e or the CD-ROM or DVD-R OM dri v e is being accessed.

CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in use. Doing so may result in loss of data.

The caps lock light glows when you press the When this light is on, pressing a letter key on the ke yboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter .

The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this l ight is on, pressing an ov erlay ke y moves the cursor in the direction of the white arro w printed on the left top of the key instead of typing the letter pr inted on the key.

Caps lock light

Numeric mode light

Cursor control mode light

Caps Lock key.

The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay ke y types the number printed on the right front of the key instead of typing the le tter printed on the top of the key.

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Underside

The memory slot cov er protects the expansi on memory module. For more information about expansion memory modules, see

Installing additional memory (optional) on page 42.

The battery provides DC power to the computer . For information about replacing the battery, see Changing the main battery on

page 121.

Memory slot cover

Battery Battery release

latch Battery latch

lock

The battery release latch and battery latch lock secure the battery to the computer and prevent it fr om falling out.

Chapter 2

Getting Started

This chapter provides tips for working comfortably , describes ho w 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 which is large enough for the computer and any other items you use, such as a printer . Lea ve enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation and pre v ent ov erheating.

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Selecting a place to work

T o keep your computer in prime operating condition, prote ct your work area from:

❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals

CAUTION: If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely bef or e tu rn in g it on aga in .

If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba-authorized service provider.

❖ 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 . Operate the computer within

a temperature range of 41 degrees to 95 degrees Fahre nheit (5 degrees to 35 degrees Celsius) and 20% to 80% noncondensing humidity

Keeping yourself comfortable

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

This section provides hints on av oiding strain and st ress injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetiti v estrain injury , and repeti tiv e-stress syndrome.

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Selecting a place to work

Placement of the computer

Proper placement of the computer and external devices i s important to avoid stre ss-related injuries.

❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height

and distance. Y ou should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck, and to look at the screen without slouching.

❖ If you are using an external monitor , the top of the screen

should be no higher than eye lev el.

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

distance as the screen.

Seating and posture

When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed e venly . Proper seati ng is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a con ventional chair.

Below eye level

Approximately 90-degree angles

Footrest

Correct postur e and positioni ng of the computer

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Selecting a place to work

Whichever type you choose, use the fol lowing guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.

❖ Position your chair so that the ke yboard is at or slightl y below

the level of your elbo w. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor .

If you are using a conv entional chair:

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

necessary , use a footrest to rai se the le vel of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.

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

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

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

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

Lighting

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

❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunl ight

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

❖ A voi d placing your computer in front of a bright light t hat

could shine directly in your eyes.

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

area.

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Selecting a place to work

Arms and wrists

❖ A void bending, arching, or twisting your wrists . Keep them in

a relaxed, neutral position while typing.

❖ Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve ci rculation.

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

Work habits

The key to av oiding discomfort or injury from strain is to v ary your activities. If possible, schedule a v ariety of tasks i nto your work day . Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your ef ficienc y.

❖ T ake frequent breaks to change posi tion, stretch your muscles,

and relieve your eyes. A break of tw o or three minutes e ver y half hour is more effecti ve than a long break after sev eral hours.

❖ A v oid performing repetiti v e acti vities for long periods.

Intersperse such activities wi th other tasks.

❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for l ong periods

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

Precautions

Your notebook computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of travel . Howe ver, you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of per sonal injury or damage to the computer.

❖ A voi d prolonged physical contact with the undersi de of the

❖ Never apply hea vy pressure to the computer or subject it to

❖ Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two

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Selecting a place to work

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

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

sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction.

cards are installed, both can become hot ev en if only one is being used. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation.

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

❖ A v oid spilling liquids into the computer’s keyboard.

If you do spill a liquid that gets into the ke yboard, turn of f the computer immediately . Leav e the computer turned of f overnight to let it dry out before you use it agai n.

❖ Never turn of f the computer if a dri ve light indicat es a dri ve i s

active. Turning of f the computer while it is reading from or writ ing to

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

Setting up your computer

❖ Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate

strong magnetic fields, such as large ster eo speakers. Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet

too close to a disk can erase important files.

❖ Scan all new files fo r viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receiv e via diskette, email, or download from the Internet . Occasionally , e ven ne w programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You’ll need a special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you.

Setting up your computer

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

T o use ex ternal power or to charge the batt ery , you must atta ch the AC adapter. See Connecting the AC adapter on page 47.

Getting Started

T o re gister your computer online , or to sign up for an Internet account, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. See Connecting the modem to a telephone line on page 101.

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

❖ Add more memory (see Installing additional memory

(optional) on page 42

❖ Connect a mouse (see Connecting a mouse on page 45) ❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see Using your computer at

the office on page 169)

❖ Connect an external monitor (see Using your computer at

the office on page 169)

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❖ Connect a local printer (see Connecting a printer on page

46)

❖ Install PC Cards (see Using PC Cards on page 176)

Installing additional memory (optional)

Your computer comes with enough memory to run most popular applications. Howev er , you may want to increas e the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data.

With additional memory, the computer:

❖ Can run more programs and open more documents at the

same time

❖ Will run your W indo wsoperating system and Windows

applications faster

Installing a memory module

If you are adding memory after you have started to use the computer, begin at step 1. If you ha ve not yet use d the computer , skip to step 3.

1 If the computer is on, click Start, then click Shut Down. 2 In the Shut down Windo ws dialog box, select Shut down,

then click OK. Windo ws Millennium Edition shuts of f the computer.

3 Remove any cables connected to the computer. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Using a small Standard #1 Phillips screwdri ver, remove the

screw that secures the memory slot cov er , then remo ve the cover.

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Setting up your computer

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a small Standard #1 Phillips screwdriver that is in good condition.

Removing the memory slot cover

CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to di scharge any static electric ity you may have built up.

Avoid touchi ng the co nne ctor s o n t he memo ry modul e or on the computer. Oil or dust on the connectors can cause memory access problems.

6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic packaging,

holding it by its edges.

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Setting up your computer

7 Gently slide the module into the socket.

Inserting the memory module

8 Push the module down until the latches on either side of the

socket engage, securing the module in the socket.

9 Position the memory module cover on the computer and

secure it with the screw.

10 Turn your computer right side up. 11 Reconnect any cables you disconnected. 12 Turn on the computer. 13 Click Start, Settings, Control Panel to open the Control

Panel.

14 Double-click the System icon to open the System Properties

dialog box.

15 Verify that the amount of RAM listed matches the amount of

memory currently installed.

Removing a memory module

1 Perform steps 1 through 5 in Installing a memory module

on page 42, to access the computer’s memory socket

2 Release the memory module by gently pressing outward on

the latches on either side of the memory socket. One edge of the module pops up.

3 Remove the memory module from the computer and store it

in antistatic packaging.

CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to di scharge any static electric ity you may have built up.

Avoid touchi ng the co nne ctor s o n t he memo ry modul e or on the computer. Oil or dust on the connectors can cause memory access problems.

4 Position the memory module cover on the computer and

secure it with the screw.

5 Turn the computer right side up. 6 Reconnect any cables you removed.

Connecting a mouse

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

You may want to use a mouse or trackball instead of the computer’s built-in AccuPoint II pointing device. Your notebook computer supports USB and PS/2-compatible pointing devices.

The AccuPoint II remains operable, even if you connect a secondary pointing device to the computer.

Using a USB mouse

1 Connect the mouse cable to the USB port. 2 Install the vendor supplied software that came with the

mouse, if needed.

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Setting up your computer

Using a PS/2 mouse

The system cannot detect a PS/2 mouse if you connect it after starting the computer.

CAUTION: Make sure the computer is off before you atta ch the mouse. Connecting a PS/2 mouse with the computer's power on may damage the mouse, the computer, or both.

1 Attach the PS/2 mouse cable to the PS/2 port. 2 Refer to your mouse documentation for configuration steps.

Connecting a printer

CAUTION: Connecting the printer cable while the computer is on may damage the printer, the computer, or both.

Before connecting a printer, you need to kno w whether it requires a serial or a parallel interface. Check the printe r’s documentation. If the printer can be switched between serial and parallel mode, choose parallel because it is faster.

You also need a suitable printer cable — which may come with your printer . If not, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.

NOTE: If your printer is ECP- or IEEE-compliant, make sure your printer cable is an IEEE 1284 cable.

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Setting up your computer

The following instructions assume you ha ve a para llel printer , which is the most common type of interface.

1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer’s

parallel port.

T o the computer

Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable

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

Refer to your printer documentation for additional configurat ion steps.

Connecting the AC adapter

The AC adapter enables you to power the computer f rom an A C outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. A status light on the AC adapter glo ws when the device is in use.

AC adapter and power cable

To the printer

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Setting up your computer

T o connect AC power to the computer:

1 Connect the power cable to the A C adapter.

Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter

2 Plug the AC adapter into the computer’s DC-IN jack.

Connecting the adapter to the computer

3 Connect the power cable to a li ve A C outl et.

If the battery is being charged, the battery light on the stat us panel blinks. Once the battery is fully charged the battery light remains on.

DANGER: To avoid electric shock, nev er modify, forcibly bend, damage, place heavy objects on top of, or apply hea t to the power cable. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheat s, discontinue use.

Never remove the power plug fr om th e out let with wet hands.

CAUTION: Using the wro ng AC adapter could damage your computer. T oshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases.

Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power plug when removi ng the cable from the outlet.

Charging the battery

Before you can use the battery to power the computer , you must charge it. Connect the computer to a liv e A C outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. The battery light on the status panel flashes green to show that the battery is char ging.

Once the computer is connected to a power outlet, you can charge the battery with the computer turned off or on. When the computer is turned off, the battery char ges in two to three hours .

When the computer is turned on, the battery charges in four to ten hours provided the computer is not consuming full power. The computer is consuming full power when sev eral applicati ons are open simultaneously and are using all the computer’s resources.

Getting Started

Charging the battery

For more information on battery use, see Running the computer

on battery power on page 113.

CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a fe w h ours at a time. C ont inui ng t o cha rge a f ully charged battery can damage the battery.

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Using the computer for the first time

Opening the display panel

Slide the display latch to the right, then lift the panel.

Opening the display panel

CAUTION: Be sure not t o force the display panel open beyond the point where it moves easily.

Never lift or move the computer by grasping the display panel.

T urning on the power

1 Make sure the diskette dri ve is empty. 2 If you have a printer connected to your computer, turn the

printer on and wait until it indicates that it i s ready (online).

3 Turn on t he computer by momenta rily pressing then releasi ng

the power b utton.

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Using the computer for the first time

When you release the power button, the on/of f light on the status panel comes on.

NOTE: When turning on t he co mput er for th e fi rs t ti me, don ’t turn it off until the operating system has loaded completely. Turning off the computer during its initial startup will cause an error the next time you start the computer.

When the computer is connected to an external po wer source, the battery light glows. If the battery is being char ged, the battery light flashes.

The hard disk drive-access light flashes when the hard disk drive is accessed.

CAUTION: To avoid data loss, never tu rn off the computer while a drive is in use.

Adjusting brightness and contrast

Use the following hot key combinat ions to adjust your screen brightness and contrast.

Key combination Effect

Fn + Up arrow key Increases brightness Fn + Down arrow key Decreases brightness Fn + Right arrow key Increases contrast (DSTN only) Fn + Left ar ro w k e y Decreases co ntr a st ( DST N o nl y)

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Using the AccuPoint II pointing device

The round button in the middle of the keyboard i s the AccuPoint II pointing device. It enables you to move the cursor and to select items on the screen. (If you would rather use a mouse or trackball, you can connect one to the computer’s USB port or PS/2 port. See

Connecting a mouse on page 45.)

AccuP oint II point ing device and control buttons

AccuPoint II pointing device

Scroll Up button Scroll Down button

Primary button

Secondary button

T o mo ve the cursor, gently push the AccuPoint II in the direction you want the cursor to move. Pushing harder on the AccuPointII moves the cursor faster.

The scroll up button performs the same function as the up arro w

↑) key .

( The scroll down button performs the same function as the do wn

↓) key .

arrow ( When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the

cursor to the item, then press and release the primary button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succ ession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse b utton.

Using the computer for the first time

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

Setting up your software

The first time you turn on your computer , W indows Millennium Edition guides you through several essential steps to set up your computer.

❖ Select Time Zone — Select one of the time zones listed by

clicking the up and down arro w keys to highlight the appropriate time zone, then click Next to change the setting.

❖ End User License Agreement — You will be prompted to

complete information for Microsoft’s operating system.

❖ Register Online — Enables you to regi ster your computer

with T oshiba online. To register your computer at a later time, select No, I do not want to register at this time. You can click the registration icon on your desktop or complete the registration card that came with your computer.

Getting Started

Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to you.

NOTE: To perform online operations, your computer’s modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line, or you must be connected to a local area network. See

Connecting the modem to a telephone line on page 101 or Connecting your computer to a network on page 101 for

more information.

❖ W arra nty Extensions and Upgrades — Pro vides important

information from Microsoft

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Using the computer for the first time

❖ Internet Access — Guides you through signing up for a new

Internet account with AT&T W orldNet you in setting up your computer to work with your existing Internet account. If you choose to sign up for Internet access with AT&T W orldNet, you will not be charged for the call.

T oshiba and Yahoo!

free account on Yahoo!. To sign up for Yahoo!, you must have an Internet access account.

Completing installation

Upon completion, you will be prompted to click Finish to restart your computer.

Setting up a printer

If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). If this is not the case, then you must install the printer dri ver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer . You install the printer driv er either by follo wing the instru ctions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the Windo ws Millennium Edition Add Printer Wizard.

Service, or assists

have joined together to offer you a

If you plan to set up a printer later , click Cancel.

Using the Add Printer Wizard

T o set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard:

1 Click the Start button, then point to Settings, and click

Printers.

The Printers window appears.

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Sample Printers window

2 Double-click Add Printer.

The Add Printer Wizard starts.

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Add Printer Wizard

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Using the computer for the first time

3 Click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your print er .

TECHNICAL NOTE: If your prin ter is Plug and Play, Windows Millennium Edition recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual.

4 If the printer you are setting up:

❖ Is not connected to a network, select Local printer. ❖ Is connected to a network, select Netwo rk printer.

5 Click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to select your printe r .

6 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your

printer, then cli ck Next.

7 Select the port settings according to the instructions in your

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

The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a “friendly” printer name.

8 Enter a name for your pr inter.

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

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9 T o set up the printe r to be:

❖ The default printer for W indo ws Millennium Edition,

click Yes.

❖ A v ailable when specif ically requested, click No.

10 Click Next.

Windo ws Millennium Edition prompts you to print a test page.

11 If your printer is connected and turned on, click Finish to

print a test page. T o complete the setup procedur e without printing a test page,

click No, then click Finish. You are now ready to print.

12 If you requested a test page, click OK to print.

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

Customizing your computer’s settings

There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements. Refer to your W indows documentation or online Help for details.

You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. See

Managing power usage on page 112.

Getting Started

Turning of f the computer

T urning off the computer

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

If you are using the computer for the fir st time, lea ve the computer plugged into a power source (e ven though the computer is of f) to fully charge the main battery. With the computer of f, it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery.

Guidelines for turning off the computer:

❖ If you have work in progress and aren’t connected to a

network, use the Windo ws Standby command to sa ve your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the computer again, you automatically return to where you left off. See Standby com mand on page 104 for more information.

NOTE: Save your data even when you are using Standby mode, in case the battery discharges before you return to work. For more information about Standby mode, see

Powering down the comp uter on page 102.

❖ T o lea v e the computer of f for a longer period, use the

Windo ws Shut Down command. Alternati vely, use Hibernation mode to save the system settings to the hard disk. For more information, see Power ing down the computer on

page 102.

❖ Never turn of f the po wer while a disk light on the system

indicator panel is on. Doing so may damage your hard disk, diskette driv e, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.

Caring for your computer

This section gives tips on cleani ng and moving your computer . For information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see

Running the computer on battery power on page 113.

Cleaning the computer

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

CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, spea ker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly ont o th e co m p uter. N e v er use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.

Moving the computer

Getting Started

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended and all ex ternal peripheral cables are disconnected.

CAUTION: Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located).

Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your T oshiba dealer or through www.toshibaaccessories.com.

Getting Started

Caring for your computer

Using a computer lock

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-Notewort hy

PORT -Notewor thy computer cable lock

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

Make sure there is no way for a potenti al 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, then

rotate the key a quarter turn and remo ve it.

computer cable lock.

The computer is now securely locked.

Chapter 3

Learning the Basics

This chapter lists computing tips that you should follow when using your notebook computer, and provides important information about the computer’s basic features.

Computing tips

❖ Save your work frequently.

Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all the work done since you last saved, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of char ge while you are working.

HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on. Th is feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details.

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Using the keyboar d

❖ Back up your files to diskettes (or other remov able media) on

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

It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. Howev er, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.

❖ Use ScanDisk, Disk Defragmenter, and the Maintenance

Wizard re gularly to conserve dis k space and help your computer perform at its optimal level. Cons ult your Windo ws Millennium Edition documentation for more information on these and other utilities.

❖ T ake f requent breaks to a void repetit iv e-motion injuries and

eyestrain.

❖ Before turning off the computer , use the Shut do wn, Standby

or Hibernate command from the Start menu in Windo ws Millennium Edition.

Using the keyboard

85-key ke yboard

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Character keys

T yping with the charact er keys is very much like typing on a typewriter , e xcept that:

❖ The spacebar 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.

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❖ The

Caps Lock ke y changes only the alphabet ke ys to upper

case — the number and symbol keys are not af fected. The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel i lluminates when you press the

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Alt

Ctrl

Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys

The

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt ke ys do diff erent things depending on the

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

Caps Lock key.

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Function keys

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

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12

Function keys

F1 through F12 are called function ke ys because the y perform

programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with

Fn key , function ke ys marked with icons e xecute speci fic

the functions on the computer . For more information, see Hot Keys

on page 219.

Windows special keys

Application key Windows logo key

Windows special ke ys

The keyboard provides two k eys that ha ve speci al functions in Windo ws. The W indows logo k ey acti v ates the Start menu. The Application key has the same function as the secondary mouse (or AccuPoint II) button.

Overlay keys

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790

Home PgUp

78 9

UIOP

456

JKL

End PgDn

Ke yboar d over lay ke ys

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123

Ins Del

: ;

+ ? /

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The keys with 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 ten-ke y keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.

Using the numeric keypad overlay

T o turn the numeric o v erlay on and off , press Fn and F11 simultaneously . The numeric mode light on the status panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.

You can still use the overlay ke ys to type alphabetic character s while the numeric overlay is on.

❖ For lowercase letter s, hold down ❖ For uppercase letters, hold do wn both

type the letters.

T o use the cursor contr ol keys when the numeric o v erlay is on, press and hold down return to the numeric overlay, release

Shift while you use the cursor control keys. T o

Fn while you type the letters.

Fn and Shift while you

Shift.

Using the cursor control overlay

T o turn the cursor cont rol ov erlay on and of f, press Fn and F10 simultaneously . The cursor control mode light on the k eyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control o v erlay is on.

T o type alphabetic characters while the o verla y is on:

❖ For lowercase letter s, hold down ❖ For uppercase letters, hold do wn both

type the letters.

T o use the numeric ov erlay keys when the cursor control o verlay is on, hold down return to the cursor control overlay, release

Shift while you use the numeric overlay k eys. To

Fn while you type the letters.

Fn and Shift while you

Shift.

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Starting a pro gram

Starting a program

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

If you prefer to open the program fi rst, you hav e four options. You can:

❖ Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the

program file

❖ Use the Run dialog box

The Windows Mi llennium Edition tutorial chapter giv es step-b ystep instructions for starting a program from the Start menu. See

Lesson 6: Starting programs on page 143.

Using the front panel control buttons in AP mode

When the AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch is in AP mode, the four front panel control buttons act as hot k eys and launch a predef ined program of your choice.

AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch

Button 1

Button 2

Front panel controls (in pr ogr am mode)

Button 4 (Internet)

Button 3

Speaker volume control

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T o use the b uttons as hot ke ys, make sure the computer is on and slide the AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch to the left to enable the buttons.

NOTE: To launch programs using the buttons, you must first program the buttons. For more information, see

Programming the front pa nel con trol but tons f or AP mode on page 67.

Pressing button 1 launches the predef ined application for this button.

Pressing button 2 launches the predef ined application for this button.

Pressing button 3 launches the predef ined application for this button.

Pressing button 4 launches the predef ined application for this button. This button has been programmed to launch your World Wide Web browser as the default.

The speaker volume control adjusts the stere o speaker v olume. Press and hold the left side to decrease volume until the desi red volume is reached. Press and hold the right side to increase volume until the desired volume is re ached.

Programming the front panel control buttons for AP mode

The front panel control buttons can be customized to launch applications of your choice.

T o vie w or cha nge the applications def ined for each of the buttons:

1 Make sure the computer is on, then slide the AP/Lock/CD or

DVD switch to AP.

2 Double-click on the EZ icon on the taskbar .

The EZ Configure Buttons dialog box appears.

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Sample EZ Button configuration

3 Click the Butto n drop-do wn box, and select the front panel

button you want to confi gure.

❖ User-1 is button 1 ❖ User-2 is button 2 ❖ User-3 is button 3 ❖ WWW is button 4

4 Under Property , select A pplication Launch. 5 Use the Browse button to select t he application you want to

associate with the chosen front panel button.

6 Click OK.

Pressing the defined butt on starts the application that you’ve chosen.

Saving your work

Before you turn off the computer , sa ve your work to t he hard disk drive or a diskette. This i s one of the most important rules of computing. You can never sav e your files too often.

NOTE: Save your data even when you are using Standby mode, in case the battery discharges before you return to work. For more information about Standby and Hibernation modes, see Powerin g do w n th e co m p uter on page 102.

Many programs offer a feature that sa v es documents at regular intervals, such as ev ery 15 minutes. Check your program’s documentation to see whether it has an automatic sav e feature.

❖ T o sav e a file you are updating, open the program’s File menu

and click Save.

❖ T o sa v e the current file with a ne w name, choose Save As

from the File menu, type a name for the file and click OK.

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Saving your work

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

File names

Windo ws Millennium Edition supports f ile names of up to 255 characters. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus the following chara cters: _, ^, $, ~, !, #, %, &, {, }, (, ), @, [, ], +, -, ; , and '. The names can include spaces.

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Printing your work

Make sure that Windo ws Millennium Edition is set up for your printer as described in Connecting a printer on page 46.

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

1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now. 2 In the File menu of your Windo ws program, click Print.

The program displays a Print dialog box.

A sample Print dialog box

3 Click OK to print.

Using diskettes

The 3.5-inch diskette dri ve lets you use either double-density (720 KB) or high-density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage.

Diskette drive

Inserting and removing diskettes

1 Hold the diskette so that the arro w on its upper surface points

toward the dri ve.

2 Push the diskette gently into the driv e slot. When the disk ette

is in place, the eject button pops out.

T o release a dis kette from the dri v e, push the eject b utton.

Caring for diskettes

❖ Store your diskettes properly to protect and keep them clean. ❖ If a diskette is dirty, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with

water. Do not use cleaning fluids.

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Eject button

❖ Never slide back the protect iv e metal co ver. ❖ Never touch the magnetic surf ace of a diskette. Fingerpr ints

can prevent the dri v e from reading the data stored on a diskette.

❖ Never twist or bend a disk ette. ❖ Keep diskettes at room temperature and a v oid exposing th em

to direct sunlight, otherwise data may be lost.

❖ Never place hea vy objects on your diskett es. ❖ Never eat, smoke, or use erasers near your diskettes. F oreign

particles can damage the diskette’s surface.

❖ Keep your diskettes a way from sources of magnetism, such as

speakers and radios; these can destroy data.

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Backing up your files

Backing up your files simply means copying indivi dual fil es to a diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape dri ve.

Copying to a diskette

1 Insert a diskette into the diskette dri v e. 2 Double-click the My Computer icon on the Windows

desktop.

3 Double-click the drive that contains the fil e you want to copy. 4 Double-click the folder containing the file, then clic k the file

you want to copy .

HINT: Use the Ctrl or Shift key to select more than one file.

5 Click File, then click Send To. 6 Click the icon for the diskette dri ve (dri v e A:).

HINT: You can also b ack up a file to a disk ette by click ing the file (or files) you want to back up with the secon dary button, then pointing to Send To and clicki ng 3 1/2 Floppy (A:) .

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Playing CDs or DVDs

Y our computer has either a CD-R OM driv e or a DVD-R OM drive. DVD-R OM driv es can read both D VD-R OM and CD-R OM discs.

You use CD-ROMs to load and run software, access reference materials such as catalogs, and listen to audio material.

DVDs provid e a significant incr ease in data storage and support features that are not av ailable on an y other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks , digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactiv e menus.

NOTE: For optim um D VD pe rf ormance, Toshiba recommends that you p lay DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power.

Inserting a disc into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive

WARNING: Before playing an audio CD or DVD, turn the volume down. Playing the disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the V olume Control dial or a ccess the Volume control program (click

Start, Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).

CAUTION: When inserting and removing discs, be careful not to touch the lens on the disc tray or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.

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Eject button

CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (CD-ROM drive shown)

1 Press the eject button to open the disc tray.

The eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer is off. The manual eject button, accessed through the small hole just to the right of the eject button, allo ws you to open the disc tray when the computer is off. For instructions on using the manual eject button, see Removing

a disc with the computer off on page 99.

2 Pull the disc tray until it is fully open. 3 Hold the disc by its edges, ensure it is dust-free, and place it

carefully in the disc tray, with the label side up.

Manual e

ect button

Inserting a disc into the CD-ROM or D VD-ROM drive

4 Gently press the center of the di sc onto the center s pindle until

it locks into place.

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Spindle

Disc

P ositioni ng the disc on the spindle

CAUTION: Make sur e th e disc is properly positioned on th e spindle. If you position the disc incorrectly, it can jam the disc tray.

5 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray

until it clicks, indicating that it is locked.

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD

CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk. CD-ROMs are often used to install sof tware or to store f iles 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. To view the contents of a CD or DVD using My Computer:

Correct position

Incorrect position

1 Place the disc in the CD-ROM or D VD-R OM dri v e. 2 Double-click My Computer on your desktop to open the My

Computer window .

3 Locate the folder that contains the CD or DVD icon and title. 4 Click the icon.

If you click the icon without having the CD or DVD in the dri v e, Windo ws prompts you to insert the disc.

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Playing audio CDs

Start, Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).

AP/Lock/CD or DVD switch

Stop/eject button

Play/pause button

On/off light

Front panel control butt ons

With the computer of f or on, slide the AP/Lock/CD or D VD switch to the right to enable the front panel control buttons. If the computer is off, the CD-R OM or D VD-R OM dri ve starts up and begins playing the first audio track. If the computer is on, the

™

Media can use either the front panel control buttons on your computer or the Media Player buttons to control the CD.

You can manually open Media Player from the Start menu or the taskbar .

Player window opens, and the CD begins to play. Y ou

Battery light

Next track button

Previous track button

Speaker volume control

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Sample Windows Media Player window

When playing an audio CD, the front panel control buttons have the following f unctions:

T o stop or eject t he CD, press the stop/eject b utton. T o play or pause the CD, press the play/pause button. T o return to the be ginning of the preceding track on the disc, press

the previous track button. T o go to the beginning of the fol lowing tra ck on the disc, press the

next track button. The speaker volume control adjusts the stere o speaker v olume.

Press and hold the left side to decrease the vol ume until the desired volume is reached. Press and hold the right side to increase the volume until the desired volum e is reached.

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Playing DVDs

If your computer has a DVD-R OM dri v e, you can use the front panel controls or InterV ide o W inDVD

panel controls on page 24 f or an explanation of the fr ont panel

control functions. WinD VD is an easy-to-use, ful l-featured multimedia control

center that helps you get the most out of the exciting worl d of DVD technology. Your computer comes with WinDVD preinstalled.

Start, Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).

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to play D VDs. See Front

Insert a DVD into the D VD-R OM drive, follo wing the instructions in Inserting a disc into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive on

page 73. The computer automatically detects the disc in the driv e

and opens WinD VD. If the autoplay feat ure is enabled, the D VD automatically begins to play (see Setting general properties on

page 87 for information on enabling autoplay.

T o open W inDVD manually:

1 Click Start, and point to Programs. 2 Point to InterVideo WinDVD, then click Int erV ideo

WinDVD.

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Time slider

Playback speed slider Current chapter indicator

WinDVD video window with the control panel

Current time slot indicator

Using the WinDVD toolbar

The WinD VD windo w contains a toolbar at the top and a status bar at the bottom. If the toolbar or status bar does not appear , you can display them by following the inst ructions in Setting general

properties on page 87.

The toolbar contains basic DVD playback control s. Pause the pointer over a b utton to display its def inition. The toolbar also contains an adjustment button (see Adjusting the color balance

on page 97 for more information).

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Using the WinDVD status bar

The time slider enables you to rapidly move forward or backwar d in the DVD content. Mov e the time slider to the left to mo ve backward or move it to the right to mov e forwar d. The current time slot is indicated on the right side of the status bar.

The playback speed slider enables you to control the speed at which the DVD plays. Mov e the slider to the left t o slow the playback speed or move it to the right to play the D VD f aster. Placing the slider in the center plays the D VD at normal speed, and enables the audio. The audio is automatically muted at any other playback speed.

The current chapter indicator displays the D VD chapter that is currently playing.

Using the WinDVD control panel

The WinD VD control panel resembles the control panel of a standard home DVD player.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The DVD author determines which features the DVD supports. Depending on the DVD format and the computer’s hardware configuration, some of the control panel features may be unavailable when playing a DVD. Unsupported features appear gray , and you cannot select them.

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Time sliderAudio volume controls Counter

Playlist

Web Repeat Maximize

Properties Directional butt ons

Eject

Expanded controls button

WinDVD control panel

You can open a shortcut menu by positioning the cursor a nywhere in the WinD VD windo w, other than over the control panel, then clicking the secondary button. The shortcut menu contains the same features as the control panel, plus the enable caption feature, which displays captions for the hearing impaired.

You can also create a playlist, to customize the order in which the DVD content plays (see Using playlists on page 84). Once a DVD is playing, the counter displays the curr ent chapter and elapsed time, in hours:minutes:seconds format.

From the WinD VD control panel, you can open an e xpanded control panel by clicking the expanded controls b utton. The expanded control panel contains se veral adv anced features. See

Using WinDVD Advanced Features on page 92 for an

explanation of these features.

Exit

Help button

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Using the control panel playback buttons

Once you have inserted a D VD and started W i nD VD, you are ready to play the disc. Using the control panel, you can play a DVD from the beginning, or mo ve to a desired location then be gin playing.

Repeat

Eject

WinD VD control panel

Click this T o do this

Repeat — repeat the current chapter , if th e D VD cont ains chapters. Otherwise this button repeats the DVD from the beginning. When the repeat button is activa ted, th e re peat s ymbol appears to the left of the chapter number on the control panel counter. The D VD continues to repeat until you click the repeat button ag ain, an d the rep eat symbol no longer displays on the control panel.

Time sliderAudio volume controls

Pause Play

Fast reverse

Counter

Step Stop

Help

Fast forward

Or use keyboard shortcut

None

Eject — open the DVD-ROM

driv e disc tray.

Click this T o do this

Pause

— temporarily stop play-

ing a DVD.

Play — start playing a DVD. Spacebar

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Or use keyboard shortcut

Spacebar

Step — move forward through

the DVD on e frame at a time. Each time you click this button the DVD moves forward one frame.

Stop — cease playing a DVD.

After stopping the DVD, click the play button to resume playing the DVD.

Fast rev erse — move quickly

backward through the DVD content. When you reach the desired location, click the play button to resume play ing the DVD.

Previous — move to the begin-

ning of the previous chapter and resume play ing the DVD.

Next — move to the next chap -

ter and resume playing the DVD.

Fast forward — move quickly

forward through the DVD content. When you reach the desired location, click the play button to resume play ing the DVD.

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End

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PgDn

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Click this T o do this

— move to a specific time

Time

slot, then click the play button to play the D VD fr om the sele cted location.

Or use keyboard shortcut

None

Audio v olume contr ols — cl ick the plus button to increase volume. Click the minus bu tton to decrease volume.

Shift ↑

(increases)

Shift ↓

(decreases)

Maximizing the video window

T o close the W inDVD control panel and e xpand the video window to fill the screen, click the Maximize b utton.

T o display the contr ol panel again, double-cl ick anywhere in the video window.

Using playlists

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A Playlist is a customized list of D VD files in the order in which you want to view them. For exa mple, you may want to create a playlist for DVDs that contai n music files, so you can play the music selections you want in the order you want to hear them. Y ou can only save one playlist at a ti me.

1 On the WinD VD control panel, click the playlist button.

The Playlist window appears.

Playlist window

2 Click the File button in the lo wer-right corner of the window,

to indicate that you are creating a playlist of indi vidual f iles.

3 In the Directory list, select the file you wa nt to play fir st, and

click Add to put it at the top of the playlist. DVD files hav e an .mpg, .vob or .ac3 fil e name extension.

After selecting a file, the f ile name appears in the Selected files list. You can also double-click a f ile name t o add it to the playlist.

4 Add as many files as you wish to the playlist. You must add

the files in the order in which you want to play them. T o delete a fi le from the playlist, select the fi le in the Selected

files list, then click Delete. T o del ete the entire list and star t over , click Delete All.

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5 When you have finished creating your playl ist, click Save

Playlist to save it.

You do not assign a name to the saved playlist, as you can only save one playlist at a ti me. After saving the playlist, a confirmation dialog box appears.

6 Click OK to close the confirmation dialog box. 7 In the Playlist window, click File to display the saved playlist

of files.

8 Click Load Playlist to load the saved playlist.

After loading the playlist, a confirmation dialog box appears.

9 Click OK to close the conf irmation dialog box, then click OK

to close the Playlist window. The DVD begins to play the loaded playl ist.

NOTE: To resume playing the DVD file s in ord er af ter us ing a playlist, click the eject button to open the DVD-ROM drive disc tray, then close the DVD-ROM drive again. The DVD resumes norm al playback.

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Setting general properties

1 Launch WinD VD, if it is not already running. 2 On the WinD VD control panel, click the Pr operties button.

WinD VD displays the Properties dialog box, with the General tab on top.

Properties dial og box with the General tab on top

You use the General tab to select the region code, the drive letter assigned to the DVD-R OM driv e, the autoplay default option, and which WinD VD toolbars are displ ayed by default .

Region coding is part of the protection system for DVD content. It divides the world into six re gions. The intent is to enable speci fic content to be viewed in a specif ic region. The current r egion code of the WinD VD player installed in your computer is Region1, comprising the United States and Canada.

NOTE: Most DVD-ROM drives let you change the region code, usually between one and five times. Once a drive has reached the limit, the region code cannot be changed ag ain. Pay careful attention to the Remaining times unti l permanent box on the General properties tab.

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1 T o change the re gion code, select the desired opti on in the

Current regions list.

The Remaining times until permanent box displays the remaining number of times you can change t he current regi on before the setting becomes permanent.

2 In the Player settings Default DVD driv e box, selec t your

DVD-R OM dr iv e lette r .

3 Select the Player settings A uto play check box to enable the

auto play feature. Clear the check box to disable this feature. When enabled, the auto play feature automatically launches a

DVD-R OM when it is insert ed in the D VD-R OM dri v e.

4 In the View box, select the items you want to display when

WinD VD launches. Tool bar is the bar containing basic player functions that is

displayed at the top of the WinD VD video windo w. Status bar is the bar that is displayed at the bottom of the

WinD VD video windo w.

Player is the WinD VD control panel .

5 Click OK to save your settings.

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Setting audio properties

1 Launch WinD VD, if it is not already running. 2 On the WinD VD control panel, click the Pr operties button.

WinD VD displays the Properties dialog box, with the General tab on top.

3 In the Properties dialog box, click the A udio tab .

The Audio tab moves to the front. The Current audio track box displays the format and attributes for the curr ent audio track.

Properties dial og box with Audio tab on top

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4 In the Audio channels box, select the appropriate speak er

mode to match your setup as follows:

❖ If you have two speakers, select one of the 2 speaker

modes. Mono mixes the audio channels into one

channel. Stereo mixes the audio channels into tw o channels. Dolby Surround Compatible mixes the audio channels into two channels plus Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound. 3D audio provides standard 3D audio sound.

❖ If you have four speakers , select 4 speaker mode.

WinD VD distrib utes four unique sound channels t o the speakers, providing a true surround sound e xperience.

❖ If you have six speakers , select 6 speaker mode.

WinD VD automatically dist ribute s 5.1 sound channels to these speakers, for enhanced surround sound.

❖ If you have an S/PDIF compliant sound card, select

Enable S/PDIF output. This option sends the stereo output through the sound card to an external recei ver.

5 In the V ocal options box, select the desired option for D VDs

that support vocal as follo ws:

❖ No vocal does not output vocals to any speaker. ❖ Left vocal outputs v ocals to left speaker s only. ❖ Right vocal outputs vocals to right speak ers only. ❖ Both outputs vocals to both left and right speakers.

6 In the Dolby Pro Logic box, select the Always enable check

box to enable Dolby Pro Logic. Clear the check box to disable it.

7 T o test Dolb y Pro Logic, click the Test button.

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Setting display properties

1 Launch WinD VD, if it is not already running. 2 On the WinD VD control panel, click the Pr operties button.

WinD VD displays the Properties dialog box, with the General tab on top.

1 In the Properties dialog box, click the Display tab.

The Display tab moves to the front.

Properties dial og box with Display tab selected

2 Select the Lock aspect ratio check box to maintain the

original aspect ratio when the video window is resized. Otherwise clear the check box.

3 Select the Startup in full screen mode check box to

automatically start Wi nD VD each time with the video window maximized and the control panel hidden. Otherwise, clear the check box.

4 Select the OSD (On Screen Display) check box to enable

OSD. Otherwise, clear the check box.

5 Click OK to save the settings.

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Customizing the control panel

You can configure the control panel’s appearance. Position the pointer over the control panel, then cl ick the secondary but ton to display a shortcut menu of control panel options. You can select a new control panel background color , or select WinDVD to display the control panel in a different format. You can also select About to display copyright and version information.

Using WinDVD Advanced Features

The features described in this section are av aila ble on the WinD VD expanded cont rol panel. To open the expanded control panel, click the expanded controls button on the WinDVD main control panel. See Using the Wi nDVD control panel on page

80 for help locating the expanded controls but ton.

Playback speed slider Brightness slider

WinDVD expanded control panel

Directional buttons Numeric keypad

Audio tracks

Camera angles

Subtitles

Bookmarks

Use this T o do this

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Or use keyboard shortcut

Playback speed— control th e speed at which the DV D plays. Mo v e the slider to the left to slo w the playba ck sp eed or move it to t he right to play the DVD faster. Placing the slider in the center plays the DVD at normal speed, and enables the audio. The audio is automatically mu ted at any other playback speed.

Brightness — move the slider to the right to increase video brightness. Move it to the left to decrease brightness.

Directional b uttons — use to navigate the WinD VD menus, as you would the arrow keys on the keyboard. The center button represents

Enter.

None

+ (increase s)

- (decreases)

↑ (Up) → (Right) ↓ (Down) ← (Left)

Enter

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Use this T o do this

Or use keyboard shortcut

Numeric keypad — use these buttons to select a chapter by ent ering the chapter number. After you have en tered a chap ter number, click the enter button on the lower right corner of the numeric keypad ( playing that chapter. You can clear an entry by clicking the clea r (X) button on the lo wer le ft corner of the numeric keypad.

Menu button — displays all av ailable me nus for the current DVD. Examples of menus are: Root, Audio Language, Subtitles. Use your mouse or the control panel directional buttons to select a menu. Click

↵) to begin

Resume to resume DVD

playback.

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Chapter button — displays a list of all the chapters in the current DVD. Sele ct the chap ter you want to play, or use the numeric keypad to enter the chapter number.

Use this T o do this

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Or use keyboard shortcut

Title button — Displ ays a list of all the ti tles on the current DVD. Click the title you want to play.

Audio tracks — displays a list of all the audio track options. This feature is most commonly used with multi-language content to change the spoken/heard language. This button is enabled only when the DVD supports dynamic audio track changes.

Subtitles — displays a list of all the av ai lable language subtitles. This button is enabled only for DVD content that includes subtitles and supports dynamic subtitle information changes. Select the desi red language, or select

Default to display

subtitles in the D VD’s default language.

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Use this T o do this

Or use keyboard shortcut

Camera angles — display a list of all the available camera angles. Due to differences in the DVD mastering process, some multi-angle views may not function properly.

Bookmark — sa ve an unlimited number of locations on the DVD for quick reference. On the bookmark shortcut menu,

Add to open the

click Add Bookmark dialog box. Type a bookmark name, then click bookmark name appears on the bookmark shortcut menu. Click the bookmark name to go to that loca tion on the DVD. Click

All

to delete all

bookmarks.

OK. The

Delete

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Using the zoom feature

You can zoom in on an area of the WinDVD video windo w to get a closer look.

1 Click the Zoom button, located in the upper-left corner of the

directional button panel.

2 Position the cursor over the top-left corne r of the area you

want to view in close up.

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3 Hold the primary button and drag the cursor to the bottom-

right corner of the area you want to view in close up. A dotted rectangle appears around the area you wish to view.

4 Release the primary button.

WinD VD automatic ally fills the windo w with the selected area.

5 T o return the vide o to normal size, click the zoom button. The

video also returns to normal size when you reach the zoom limit.

Using the pan feature

Once you are zoomed in on an area of the WinD VD video window , you can move the zoom windo w location using the pan feature.

1 With the video windo w in zoom mode, click the pan button,

located in the lower -right corner of the directional b utton panel.

2 With the pointer o ver the center of the window, drag the

zoomed window up, down, left or right. The close-up view changes to reflect the ne w zoom window

location.

Adjusting the color balance

You can adjust the DVD color balance. Click the adjustment button on the main DVD video windo w toolbar to open the Adjustment dialog box.

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WinD VD Adjustment dial og box

The adjustment dialog box provides another set of sliders for adjusting volume and brightness. It al so provides two color contr ol sliders.

Move the Color control 1 slider to the right to increase the blue and decrease the yello w color v alues. Mo ve t he slider to the left t o increase the yellow and decrease the blue color v alues.

Move the Color control 2 slider to the right to increase the red and decrease the green color values. Mov e the slider to the lef t to increase the green and decrease the red color values.

Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD

Some DVDs contain links to Web sites. T o enable these links, click the control panel Web button to launch your Int ernet brow ser .

Getting Help with WinDVD

Click the control panel Help button to open the W inD VD Help system.

Exiting WinDVD

Click the control panel Exit button, or click the Close b utton, to exit W inD VD.

Removing a disc

Removing a disc with the computer on

1 Press the eject button.

CAUTION: Never press the ej ect button whil e the computer is accessing the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive.

If the disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for it to stop before you remove it.

2 Pull the disc tray until it is fully open, remove the dis c, and

place it in its protectiv e cov er.

3 Close the disc tray .

Removing a disc with the computer off

1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into

the manual eject button hole.

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CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.

2 Pull the disc tray until it is fully open, remove the dis c, and

place it in its protectiv e cov er.

3 Close the disc tray .

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Setting up for communications

Caring for compact discs

❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them

from scratches and keep them clean.

❖ Never bend a disc or place hea vy objects on top of it. ❖ Never apply a label to, or otherwise mar , the surf ace of a disc. ❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface of

a disc can prevent the CD-R OM dri v e or DVD-ROM drive from reading the data properly .

❖ A voi d exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or

cold.

❖ T o clean a disc, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth — starting from

the center of the disc and wiping toward the outw ard edge. A voi d wiping using a circular motion. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely bef ore inserting it in the drive.

Setting up for communications

T o connect to the Inte rnet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer , you need:

❖ A modem (supplied with your notebook computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you

plan to use the Internet

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other icons used

Other documentation

Service options

Making sure you have everything

Front with the display closed

Front panel controls

Back

Right side

Left side

Front with the display open

System indicator panel

Underside

Selecting a place to work

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Precautions

Setting up your computer

Installing additional memory (optional)

Removing a memory module

Connecting a mouse

Connecting a printer

Connecting the AC adapter

Charging the battery

Using the computer for the first time

Opening the display panel

T urning on the power

Adjusting brightness and contrast

Using the AccuPoint II pointing device

Setting up your software

Setting up a printer

Customizing your computer’s settings

Turning of f the computer

Caring for your computer

Cleaning the computer

Moving the computer

Using a computer lock

Computing tips

Using the keyboar d

Character keys

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Function keys

Windows special keys

Overlay keys

Starting a pro gram

Using the front panel control buttons in AP mode

Programming the front panel control buttons for AP mode

Saving your work

Printing your work

Using diskettes

Inserting and removing diskettes

Caring for diskettes

Backing up your files

Copying to a diskette

Playing CDs or DVDs

Inserting a disc into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD

Playing audio CDs

Playing DVDs

Removing a disc

Setting up for communications

Caring for compact discs