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Model: Satellite 2800/2805 Series FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity

Information”

This equipment has beentested 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. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,whichcan be determinedbyturning theequipmen toff and on, the useris encouraged to try tocorrect the interference byone ormore of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increasethe separation between the equipmentand recei v e r.

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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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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 serial port, parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2™ port and mi crophone jack. Changes or modific ations made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user equipment.

This devicecomplies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the follo wi ngtwo conditions:

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This device may notcause harmful interf eren ce .

’s autho rit y to operate the

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This device must accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.

Contact: ToshibaAmericaInformationSystems,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 àla 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 areready toinstall or use the modem, call your localtelephone company and give them the following information:

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

The telephone number ofthe line to which youwill connect the modem.

The FCC registration number of the modem. The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.5B.

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 toit, the telephone company will provide this information upon request.

T elephone Company Procedures

The goal ofthe telephone company is toprovide youwith 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 changesmightaffectyour service ortheoperationofyourequipment,the telephone company will giveyou notice, in writing, to allow you to make anychanges 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 aproblem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. Ifadvance notice isnot 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 eventrepairs are ever needed on your modem,theyshouldbeperformedbyToshibaAmericaInformation Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.

Disconnection

If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line,please callthe telephone companyand letthem knowof this change.

Fax Branding

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makesit unlawful to use a computer or other electronic device tosend any message via a telephone faxmachine 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 orsuch business, other entity or individual.

In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete the setup foryour 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 telecommu nic ati onsnetworkprotective,operationa land saf e ty requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Befor einstallingthis equi pment ,users should ensurethat 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 aboveconditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairsto certifiedequipment should becoordinatedby a representative designated by the supplier.Any repairs or alterations made bythe user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause torequest the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility,telephone lines andinternal

metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together.This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

Caution:Users should notattempt to makesuch conn ect io ns themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

2 The user manual of analog equipment mustcontain the equipment’s

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

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.2. NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each

terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminalsallowedto be connected to a telep hon einterface .The terminationon aninterfacemayconsist of any combinationof devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

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

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.

CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Safety Instructions

The CD-R OM/DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain forfuture reference. Should the unit everrequire maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

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

To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Location of the required label

(The following is a sample. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.)

CAUTIONS: 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 st ation.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not t ry to open the enclosure.

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

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

Export Administration Regulation

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

Notice

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

TOSHIBACORPORATION 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 DIRECTLYOR INDIRECTLY FROMANY 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 MANUALOR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

T rademarks

Satellite, Noteworthy ,Fn-esse, and AccuPointare registered trademarks, SecureSleep, SelectServ,Active Menu,Ask IRIS Online, and VirtualTech are trademarks, and InTouch is aservice mark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

CompuServe and America Online are registered trademarks of America Online, Inc.

D VDEx pre ssis atrademark of Mediamatics ,Inc., a National Semiconductor Company.

Mediamatics is a registered trademark of Mediamatics, Inc. Manufactured underlicense from Dolby Laboratories, Dolby ,DolbyDigital

Surround, and Dolby Digital are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc. Wakeon LAN and OS/2 are registered trademarks and PS/2 is a

trademark of IBM Corporation. Macrovision is aregistered trademark of Macrovision Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media Player,NetMeeting, MSN, Outlook,

Microsoft Press, DirectSound, Direct3DSound, DirectShow, DirectMusic, and DirectX are registered trademarks, and Active Desktop is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

SoundBlaster is a registered trademark of Creative Technology ,Ltd. Intel, Celeron, and Pentiumare registered trademarks, andSpeedStep is

a trademark of Intel Corporation. WorldNetis a registered trademark of AT&T, Inc. Yahoo! and My Yahoo!are registered trademarks of Yahoo!, Inc. Energy Star is a registered trademark of the U .S. Environmental

ProtectionAgency. All other brandand produ ctnames are trademarksor registered

trademarks of their respective companies.

Energy Star Compliance

As an Energy Star®partner,Toshiba has determinedthat thisproductis Energy Star compliant.

Introduction

Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Your Satellite computer offers enhanced multimedia and easy Internet access. With your new Toshiba notebookcomputer ,your work canaccompanyyou whereveryougo.

Your Satellite computer’soperating system is Microsoft Windows®Millennium Edition, which offers exciting new features, enhanced home networking, and easy Internet access.

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’sfeatures. You can:

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Read the entire guide from beginning to end.

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Skim through and stop when a topic interests you.

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Use the table of contents and the index to find specific information.

Safety icons

If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before ,read through thefirstcouple ofchaptersto familiarizeyourselfwiththe components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whateverinterests you most.

Safety icons

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

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

WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if t he 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.

Service options

Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ™ warranty programs. See the warranty and service material included with yourcomputer for registration information.

If you havea problem or need to contact T oshiba,see If

Something Goes Wrong on page 199.

PART I

GETTING TO KNOW Y OUR

COMPUTER

What is in Part I

This part explains the components of your Satellite computer and how to use them. Many details and technical information can be foundin Part III. Do nothesitateto skip around. Guides,suchas this one, are not meant to be read from cover to cover .

Chapter 1

Finding Your Way Around

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

Making sure you have everything

Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything.If any items are missingordamaged, notify your dealer immediately. For additional help, see If you need

further assistance on page 240.

Finding Your Way Around

Front with the display closed

Bass speakers

Display latch

The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display panel, press the display latch and raise the panel.

Back

Parallel port

LAN port

DC-IN jack

DC-IN jack PS/2 port

PS/2 port USB ports

USB ports

Monitor port

Cooling ve nt s Modem port

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

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Back

The PS/2™port allows you to connect an optional PS/2compatible mouse or external keyboard. Alternatively, you can connect an optional Y -cab lethat allows youto use a PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 keyboardsimultaneously.

The USB (UniversalSerial Bus)ports allowsyouto connect USB peripherals to your computer.

DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard th at supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals su ch as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peri pherals have a single standard for cabling and conne ctors. The USB standard allows hot swapping of peripherals.

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

CAUTION: T o pre vent possib le overheatin g of the CPU, make sure you don’t block the cooling vents.

The modem port lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. For more information, see Using the modem on page 81.

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

The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel device,includingECP-compatibledevices .

The monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor.

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Right side

DVD-ROM

manual eject

button

Video/audio out jack Microphone jack

Headphone jack Volume control dial

DVD-ROM eject button

DVD-ROM drive

The volume control dial lets you adjust the loudness of the system speakers.

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

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

The 3.5 mm video/audio out jack allows you to play D VD audio and video on a projector or TV that accepts audio/ video inputs.

The DVD-R OM drive enables youto playhigh-resolution, full-screen videos at up to 30 frames per second. Y oucan also use it to install and run programs from application CDROMs, and to play music CDs.

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Left side

The DVD-R OM eject button opens the DVD-ROMtray . The DVD-R OM manual eject button enables you to open

the D VD-ROMtra ywhen the computer is turned off.

Left side

PC Card eject buttons

Security lock slot

PC Card lock

PC Card slots

Diskette drive

Diskette drive release button

Reset button

The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional

PORT- Noteworthy

computer lock cable to your computer

to secure it to a large, heavy object such as your desk. The PC Card lock holds the PC Cards in place once they

are installed. The two stacked PC Card slots support up to two T ypeI or

Type II PC Cards, or one Type III PC Card. See Using PC

Cards on page 170 for more information.

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Left side

Pressing the Reset button restarts the computer when it is not responding to the keyboard. This ov errides the Standby command, which enables you to continue working from where youleft off.Use this button onlyif all other attemptsat restarting the computer have failed.

CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the Reset button. Pencil lead c an b reak of f in side th e c ompu ter and da mage i t. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.

The diskette drive release button opens the diskette drive. The diskette drive allows you to use either high-density or

double-density3.5-inch diskettes.Formoreinformation, see

Using diskettes on page 67.

The PC Card eject buttons release PC Cards from the corresponding slots.

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Front with the display open

CD/DVD control buttons Keyboard

indicator panel CD/DVD/Media Player

switch System indicator panel

Power button

Function keys

AccuPo int II

control

buttons

The CD/DVDcontrol buttonsallowyouto play audio CDs when thedisplay panelisclosed and thecomputeris turned off. You can also use them to play CDs and D VDs with the display panel open and the computer turned on. For a description of these controls, see CD/DVDcontrol buttons on page 26.

Screen

Speakers

Internet butto n

Pointing device

Keyboard

Palm rest

The lights on the keyboard indicator panel provide information about various keyboard functions. For details, see Keyboard indicator panel on page 24.

The CD/D VD/MediaPlayer switchsets the computer to turn on the CD/DVDpla yerautomatically if there is a disc in the D VD-ROMdrive when the computer is turned off, or to power up and launch Windows Media Player.

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Front with the display open

The lightsonthe system indicator panel provideinf ormation about various system functions. For a description of these lights, see System indicator panel on page 25.

The power button turns the computer on and off. The function keys, when used with the

Fn key, activate

sever aldifferentsystem functions. For more information, see Hot Keys on page 248.

The AccuPoint

II control buttons work with the pointing device.Thelarger buttonacts as the primary button on a mouse. The smaller button acts as the secondary mouse button. The two small buttons above the primary button are up and down scroll buttons. For more information, see

Using the AccuPoint II pointing device on page 46.

The front panel provides a palm rest to assist you in maintaining proper posture while using the computer.

The 85-key keyboardprovidesall the functionality of a fullsize keyboard.Formore information, see Using the

keyboard on page 60.

The AccuPoint IIpointing devicecombines the function of a mousewiththe convenienceof neverhaving toremoveyour hands from the keyboard.

The Internet button turns on the computer and launches your defaultInternet browser.If youhav en’t established an

Internet protocol, the button launches MSN

Internet

Access. The stereo speakers and subwoofer option let you hear

sounds, such as system alarms associated with your software,and music from D VD-ROMsand audio CDs.

The computer’sscreen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear,sharp images. For more information on your viewing options, see Satellite video modes on page 267, or see Display modes on page 251.

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Front with the display open

Keyboard indicator panel

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

The cursorcontrolmodelightglows when thecursor control overlayis on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the white arrow printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key .

Caps lock light

Cursor control mode light

Numeric mode light

The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key types the white number printed on the front of the key instead of typing the letter printed on the top of the key.

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Front with the display open

System indicator panel

The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source.

AC power light

On/off light

Battery light

Hard disk drive light

Disk activity light

The on/off light glows green when the computer is on. The light glows amber when the computer is in Standby mode.

Thebattery lightindicates the mainbattery’s currentcharge . It glows green when the battery is fully charged. It glows amber while the battery is being charged. It does not glowif thee xternalpowersource isdisconnectedor if thebattery is completely discharged.

The hard disk drive light flashes green while the hard disk drive is being accessed.

The disk activity light flashes green when the diskette drive or the DVD-ROMdriveisbeing accessed.

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

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Front with the display open

CD/DVD control buttons

The control buttons on the top of the computer are for playing CDs and DVDs .

The previous track buttonreturns to the preceding track on the disc.

Bass button

Previous track

Play/pause

Stop/eject

Next track

The play/pausebutton starts playing the disc,or pauses the disc if it is currently playing.

Thestopbuttonstopsadiscthatiscurrentlyplaying.Press thebuttonagaintoejectthedisc.

Thene x ttrack bu tt onskips tothefollowi ngtrackonthe disc. The bass button turns the subwoofer speaker on and off.

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Front with the display open

CD/DVD/Media Player power switch

When the computer is turned off and the display panel is closed:

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If there is a DVD in the drive when the CD/DVD/Media Players witchis move d to the left side (CD/DVD),the system will power up and launch D VD Express. For D VDs,you must open the display panel in order to view the video.

Media PlayerCD/DVD

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If there is a music CD in the drive when the CD/D VD/ MediaPlayerswitchismovedtotheleftside(CD/DVD), the soundsystemstarts and theCD plays.You can play audio CDs with the display open or closed and the computer turned on or off.

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If theCD/DVD/Media Playerswitch is movedto the right side (Media Player),the system will power up and launch Windows Media Player .

Formoreinformation, see Playinga CD or DVD on page 70.

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Bottom

Expansio n m e m ory sl ot

cover

Hard disk drive cover

Thee xpansionmemory slotcover protectsthe space where you insert additional memory.See Installing additional

memory (optional) on page 36 for detailed information.

The hard disk drive cover protects the computer’shard disk. Thebatterycov erprotects thebattery .Forinformation about

replacing the battery,see Changing the main battery on page 101.

The battery cover latch (which is the entire molded panel in front of the battery cover) secures the battery coverto the computer,preventing the cover from dislodging from the computer case.

Bass speaker

Modem/LAN cover

Battery cover latch

Battery cover

The modem/LAN cover protects the PCI Card which facilitateseither amodem connection, orbotha modemand a LAN connection.

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Chapter 2

Getting Started

This chapter provides tips for working comfortably , describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your 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 forthe computer and any other items you need touse,such as a printer.Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation and prevento verheating.

Getting Started

Selecting a plac e to work

To keepy ourcomputerin prime operating condition, protect your work area from:

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Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.

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Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

CAUTION: If you spill liquid into the co mputer, 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 t urn it back on, contact a Toshiba authorized service provider.

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Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, suchasstereospeakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.

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Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

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Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. Operate the computer within atemperaturerangeof 41 degrees to95degrees F and 20 percent to 80 percent non-condensing humidity.

Keeping yourself comfortable

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

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

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Placement of the computer

Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoidstress-relatedinjuries.

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Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen without slouching.

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If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be no higher than eye level.

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Ifyouuse a paperholder,setit at aboutthesame height and distance as the screen.

Seating and posture

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

Below eye level

Footrest

Correctposture and positioningof the computer

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Approximately 90-degree angles

Getting Started

Selecting a plac e to work

Whichevertype you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.

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Positionyour chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly belowthe levelof yourelbow. You should beable to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor.

If you are using a conventional chair:

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Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary ,use a footrestto raise thelev elof yourknees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.

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Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lowercurve ofyourspine. Ifnecessary, use acushionto provide extrabacksupport. Lower-back-support cushions are availableatmany office supply stores.

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Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and elbowsf ormapproximately90-degree angles when you work. Do not slump forwardor lean back too far .

Lighting

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

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Positionthe display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.

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Av oidplacing your computer in front of a bright light that could shine directly in your eyes.

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If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work area.

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Arms and wrists

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Av oid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing.

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Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve circulation.

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 ke yto avoidingdiscomfort orinjuryfromstrain is to vary your activities. If possible,schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.

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Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your muscles, and relieveyour eyes. A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after severalhours.

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Av oidperformingrepetitiveactivities for long periods. Intersperse such activities with other tasks.

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

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Setting up your computer

Precautions

Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and easeofuse, and towithstand the rigorsoftravel.Y oushould observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

CAUTION: Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp imp acts. Excess ive pressur e or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction.

Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one i s being used. Ove rheating of a PC Card can resul t in errors or instability in its operation.

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

Setting up your computer

Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged beforeyou can use it the first time.

Setting up your computer may include:

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Upgrading your computer by installing more memory

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Connecting a printer

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Connecting a mouse

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Connecting the AC adapter

HINT : To create a compl ete des ktop environ ment, see Using

your computer at the office on page 159.

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Installing additional memory (optional)

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

Additional memory comes in 64 MB, 128 MB, and 256 MB modules. You can only install one module in your computer’s expansion memory slot, located on the bottom of your computer.

You need a small Phillips screwdriver to install a memory module. If youare adding memory after you have started to use the computer, begin at step 1, otherwise skip to step 2.

1 If the computer is on, click Start, Shut Down, select

Shut down, then click OK.

Windows Millennium Edition turns off the computer.

2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the

computer.

3 Turn your computer upside down and locate the

expansion memory slot cover .

Expansion memory

slot cover

Bottom of the Satellite 2800/2805 Series computer

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4 Using the small Phillips screwdriver ,unscrew the two

screwsthatsecurethe memory slot cover ,then remove the memory slot cover .

Removing the memory slot cover scre ws

5 Put the screwsand the cover inasafeplace so that you

can retrieve them later.

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

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

6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic

packaging.

7 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the

gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket.

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8 Gently press down on the memory module connector

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

module should be level when secured in place.

Inserting the memory module

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

9 Replace the memory slot cover . 10 Replace the screws and tighten them. 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you

removed. When you turn on your computer, it automatically

recognizestheadditional memory. If the computerdoes not recognize the memory, shut down the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module isseated properly ,as described instep

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Removing a memory module

1 Followsteps 1 through 5 in Installingadditional memory

(optional) on page 36.

2 Gently pull up on the module to disconnect it, then

gently pull it out of the slot.

3 Complete the procedure by following steps 9 through

11.

Connecting a mouse

You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built-in pointing device. A USB mousedisab lesthe AccuPoint II pointing device .With a PS/2 mouse, you can choose to have the AccuPointII pointing device active at the same time.

Connecting a USB mouse

To connect a USB mouse,plug the mouse cableinto one of the USB ports.

Connecting a PS/2 mouse

CAUTION: The computer must be turned off. Connecting a PS/2 mouse with the computer’s power on may damage the mouse, the computer, or both.

To connect a PS/2 mouse, plug the mouse cable into the PS/2 port.

By default, the system configures the PS/2 mouse to work when it is connected at power on, or the AccuPoint II pointing device to work otherwise.

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To use both the PS/2 mouse and the AccuPoint II pointing device simultaneously, see UsingaPS/2mousewiththe

AccuPointII on page 52.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You can only connect one P S/2 devic e at a time, unless you pu rchase an option al Y- ca bl e. Using a Ycable allows you to connect a PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 keyboard simultaneously.

Connecting a printer

Before connecting a printer, you need to know whether it uses a serial or a parallel interface. Check the printer’s documentation. If the printer can be switched between serial and parallel mode,chooseparallelbecause it is faster.

Youalsoneedasuitableprintercable,whichmaycomewith your printer.Otherwise, youcan 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.

To connect a parallel printer:

1 Turn off the computer. 2 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

To the printer

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3 Plug the printer’spowercableintoaliveACoutlet.

See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps, or see Settingupaprinteron page 49.

Connecting the AC adapter

The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer’sbatteries. The AC powerlight on the computer glows when the device is plugged in.

Power cable

AC adapter

P owercable and AC adapter

To connect AC power to the computer:

1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.

Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter

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

the computer.

Connecting the adapter to the computer

3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.

The AC power and battery indicator lights glow .

DANGER: Damaged power cab les can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly b end, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable.

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

Never remove the po wer pl ug from t he ou tlet wi th we t hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

CAUTION: Using the wro ng AC adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases. The cu rrent rating for the co m p uter is 3.0 amperes.

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

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Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it. Connect the computer to a live power outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. The on/off light glows green and the battery light glows amber.

Once the computer is connected to a power outlet, you can chargethebattery withthecomputer turned off oron.When the computer is turned off, the battery charges in two to three hours.

When thecomputeris turned on,thebattery charges in four to ten hours, if the computer is not consuming full power. For more information on battery use, see Running the

computer on battery power on page 94.

CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a t ime.

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Opening the display panel

Press the display latch and lift the display panel.

Lift

Push

Opening the displaypanel

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it beyond the point where it moves easily.

Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.

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T urning on the power

1 Check that all the drives are empty. 2 If you havea printer connected to your computer, turn

on the printer and wait untiltheprinterindicatesthatitis ready (on line).

3 Turn on the computer by pressing the power button

located on the top of the keyboard.

Pressingthe power button

NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded comple tel y.

The AC power light glows when the computer is connected to an external power source.

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The battery light:

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Glows amber while the battery is being charged.

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Glows green when the battery is fully charged.

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Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source.

The harddiskdrivelight flashes to indicatethatthe hard disk drive is currently in use.

CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any of the drives are in use.

Using the AccuPoint II pointing device

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

mouse on page 39 for more information.)

Up scroll button

Primary button

AccuP oi nt II control buttonsand pointing device

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Down scroll button

Secondary button

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To move the cursor,gently push the pointing device in the direction you want the cursor to move. Pushing harder on the pointing device moves the cursor faster .

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,pressthe primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button.

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

Press the up or down scroll buttons to scroll through the document you are viewing.

Setting up your software

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

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Select Time Zone—Select one of the timezoneslisted by clicking the up and down arrow keys to highlight the appropriate time zone, then click Next to change the setting.

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End User License Agreement — Youwillbeprompted to complete information for Microsoft’soperating system.

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Register Online — Enables you to register your computer withT oshibaonline.T oregister yourcomputer at a later time, select No, I do not want to register at this time. You can click on the registration icon on your desktop or complete and mail the registration card that came with your computer.

Registering your computer lets T oshiba keep youup-todate 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.

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WarrantyExtensions and Upgrades — Provides important information from Microsoft.

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Internet Access — Guides you through signing up for a new Internet account with AT&T WorldNet

Service,or assists you in setting up your computer to work with your existingInternet account. If you choose to sign up for Internet access with A T&TWorldNet, youwill not be charged for the call.

Toshiba and Yahoo!

have joined together to offer you a free account on Yahoo!. In order 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.

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Setting up a printer

If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on, it may havebeen detected automatically (Plug and Play). If this is not the case, then you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer.You install the printer driver either by followingthe instructions indicatedinyour printer manual,or by using the Windows Millennium Edition Add Printer Wizard.

Ifyouplantosetupaprinterlater,clickCancel.

Using the Add Printer Wizard

To 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.

Printers window

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2 Double-click AddPrinter.

The Add Printer Wizard starts.

Add Printer Wizard

3 Click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer.

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 Iftheprinteryouaresettingup:

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Is not connected to a network, select Local printer.

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Is connected to a network, select Network printer.

5 Click Next.

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TheAddPrinterWizardpromptsyoutoselectyour printer.

6 Fromthe list of manufacturersand printers, select your

printer,then click Nex t.

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 printer.

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

9 To set up the printer to be:

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The default printer for Windows Millennium Edition, click Yes.

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Av ailab lewhen specifically requested, click No.

10 Click Next.

Windows 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. To complete the setup procedure without printing a test

page, click No,then clickFinish. 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.

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Using a PS/2 mouse with the AccuPoint II

To set up a PS/2 mouse to work simultaneously with the AccuPointII pointing device:

1 Click Start,pointtoSettings, then clickControl Panel. 2 Double-click Toshiba HWSetup, then select the

Pointing Devices tab.

3 Under Pointing Devices , select Simultaneous.

This option configures both the AccuPointII pointing device and the PS/2 mouse to work at the same time. You must restart the computer for the setting to take effect.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The system cannot detect a PS/2 mouse if you connect it after you start the computer.

4 Click OK, then click Yes to restart the computer.

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Shutting down the computer

It is very important that you let the operating system shut downyourcomputer .As itshuts down,Windows Millennium Edition performs a number of tasks that ensure that everything is in place the next time you turn on the computer.To shut down Windows Millennium Edition and turn off your computer:

1 Click Start, then click Shut Down.

Windows Millennium Edition displays the Shut Down Windows dialog box.

Shut Down W indowsdialog box

2 Select Shut down,thenclickOK.

Windows Millennium Edition displays a message that it is shutting down and turns off the computer.

Forotherwa ysto shut down yourcomputer ,seeTurning off

the computer on page 84.

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Caring for your computer

This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer,lists some basic precautions and explains howto fit anantitheftlock. Forinformationabouttaking care of your computer’s battery ,see Running the computer on battery

power on page 94.

Cleaning the computer

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

CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker 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.

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Moving the computer

Beforemovingyour computer, evenacross the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive activity lights stop glowing) and all external 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 Toshiba dealer or through the

Catalog.

Other precautions

Toshiba Accessories

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Do not spill liquids into the computer’sk eyboard. If youdo spill a liquidthat gets into theke yboard,turn off

the computer immediately .Leav ethe computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again.

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Neverturn off the computer if a disk activity light indicates that a drive is being accessed.

Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writingtoadiskmaydamagethedisk,thedrive,or both.

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Keep the computer and diskettes awayfromobjects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers.

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

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Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you

receive via diskett e ,email, or downl oadfrom the Internet. Occasionally ,ev ennew programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. Your computer comes with a virus-scan program.

Using a computer lock

You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object suchasyour desk. Theeasiestwaytodo this istopurchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable.

PORT -Note worthy computer lock cable

To secure the computer:

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

object. Make sure there isnowa yfor a potential thief to slip the

cable off the object.

2 Passthe locking end through the loop.

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3 Insert the cable’slockingend into the security lock slot

located on the left side of the computer,then rotate the keya quarter turn and remove it.

The computer is now securely locked.

Locking the computer

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Learning the Basics

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

Computing tips

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Saveyourwork frequently. Your work sta ysin the compute r’s temporary memory

untilyousaveittothedisk.Youwillloseallthework done since you last saved, if,forexample, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge 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 ha rd disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details.

Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

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Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable storage 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. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you maylose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.

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Use ScanDisk, Disk Defragmenter, and the Maintenance Wizard regularly to conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level. Consult your Windows Millennium Edition documentation for more information on these and other utilities.

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Before turning off the computer, always use the Shut down command (unless you want to use Standby or Hibernation mode as described in T urning off the

computer on page 84).

CAUTION: Windows Millen nium Edition records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedu re. If you don’t let Windows Millennium Edition shut down normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost .

Using the keyboard

Ke yboar d

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Character keys

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

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The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page.

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The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not interchangeable.

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The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable.

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The Caps Lock keychanges only the alphabet keys to upper case — the number and symbol keys are not affected.The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Caps Lock key .

Alt

Ctrl

Ctrl, Fn andAlt keys

The

Ctrl,Fn, and Alt keysdo differentthingsdepending on the

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

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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 keyboard.

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

Function keys

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run

programmed functions when you press them. Used in combinationwiththe run specific functions on the computer.

Windows special keys

Fn key, function ke ysmarked withicons

Application key Windows logo key

Windowsspecial keys

The keyboardprovides two keysthathav especial functions in Windows Millennium Edition:

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The Windows logo key opens the Start menu.

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The Application key has the same function as the secondary button of the AccuPoint II pointing device(or the right mouse button).

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Overlay keys

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10

Esc

1345790

QW RTYUI OP

ASDFGHJK L

Caps Lock

Shift

Alt

Ctrl

Ke yboar doverlay keys

The keys with graynumbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlaylets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the ten-key keypadon a desktop computer’s keyboard.

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∗

790

Home PgUp

78 9

UIOP

456

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End PgDn

123

Ins Del

Home PgUp

78 9

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Ins Del

Alt Gr

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F11 F12

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Prt Sc

Pause

Break

Sys Req

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Home

PgUp

Enter

PgDn

Del

EndShift

Using the numeric keypad overlay

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

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

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For lowercaseletters , hold down Fn while you type the letters.

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For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while youtypetheletters.

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

Shift while you use the cursor

Shift.

To turn offthenumeric keypadoverlay, holddownthe and press

F11 again. The numeric mode light on the

Fn key

keyboardindicatorpanel goes out.

Using the cursor control overlay

To turn on the cursor control overlay, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboardindicatorpanel glows when the cursor control overlayis on.

To type alphabetic characters while the overlayis on:

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For lowercaseletters , hold down Fn while you type the letters.

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For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while youtypetheletters.

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

Shift.

To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the and press

F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the

keyboardindicatorpanel goes out.

Shift while you use the numeric

Fn key

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Starting a program

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

Ifyoupreferto open theprogramfirst, youhavef ouroptions. You can:

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Double-clickthe icon for the program on your desktop

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Use the Start menu

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Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the program file

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UsetheRundialogbox

The Windows Millennium Edition tutorial chapter givesstepby-step instructions for starting a program from the Start menu,ExplorerandRun dialog box.SeeLesson6: Starting

programs on page 126.

Saving your work

Beforeyou turn off thecomputer ,saveyourwork to thehard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important rules of computing.

NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the battery discharges before you return to work.

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

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To save:

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A file you are updating, open the File menu of your Windows program and click Save.

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A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, typea name for the file, and click OK.

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

For information on how to name a file, see Windows

Millennium Edition file system on page 115.

Printing your work

V erifythat Windows Millennium Edition is set up for your printer as described in Settingupaprinteron page 49.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the prin ter 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).

To print a file:

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

The program displays a Print dialog box.

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Using diskettes

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

Diskette drive

The diskette activity light glows while the drive is being accessed. You will find that the disk activity light on the system indicator panel is easier to see while you are working.

Inserting and removing diskettes

Eject buttonDiskette activity light

1 Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface

points toward the drive.

2 Pushthediskettegentlyintothedriveslotontheleft

sideofthecomputer.Whenthedisketteisinplace,the eject button pops out.

To release a diskette from the drive,push the eject button.

CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the l ight is glowing. Doing so could destr oy data and damage the diskette or the drive.

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Caring for diskettes

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Store your diskettes properly to protect them and keep them clean.

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Ifadiskette isdirty ,clean it withasoft cloth moistenedin water. Do

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Neverslide backthe protective metal cover .

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Nevertouch the magnetic surface of a diskette. Fingerprints can preventthe drivefromreading the data storedon a diskette .

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Nevertwistor bend a diskette.

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Keepdiskettes atroom temperatureandavoide xposing them to direct sunlight. Otherwise data may be lost.

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Neverplace heavyobjects on your diskettes.

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Nevereat,smoke,or use erasers near your diskettes. Foreign particles can damage the diskette’ssurface.

not

use cleaning fluids.

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Keep your diskettesaw a yfrom sources of magnetism, such as speakers and radios, since these can destroy data.

Backing up your files

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

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Copying to a diskette

To back up your files to a diskette:

1 Insert a formatted diskette into the diskette drive. 2 Double-clickthe My Computer icon on the Windows

desktop.

3 Double-clickthe drive that contains the file you want to

copy.

4 Double-clickthe folderthatcontains the file,then click

the file you want to copy .

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

5 Click File, then click Send To.

6 Click the icon for the diskette drive (3 1/2 floppy [A:]).

HINT: You can al so back up a file to a disk ette by click ing t he file (or files) you want to backup with the secondary button, then pointing to Send To and clicking 3 1/ 2 Floppy (A:).

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Playing a CD or DVD

Yourcomputerhas a ToshibaDVD-ROM drivethat can read both DVD-R OMand CD-ROM discs.

Digital V ersati leDiscs(DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include widescreen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus.The computercanplayhigh-resolutionvideoatupto30frames per second.

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

A special feature allows you to play audio CDs evenwhen the computer is turned off and the display panel is closed.

Drive components and control buttons

The DVD-R OM drive is on the right side of the computer. The CD/DVDcontrol buttonsare located on top of the keyboardand they canbe accessed when thedisplaypanel is either closed or open.

Components

Vent

Eject button Manual eject button

DVD-ROM drive

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Use the eject button to release the disc tray. This button requires power to operate.

CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the activity light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

The manual eject button allows you to manually open the disc tray when power to the computer and the drive is off.

To open the disc tray manually, insert a straightened paper cliporother narrow object throughthemanual eject button’s access hole.

The vent, located at the lower right-hand side of the drive, cools the DVD-R OM drive’s internal mechanisms. Do not block this vent.

HINT: When the computer is off and the DVD- ROM drive is on, press the stop /eject control button on the top of t he computer to eject a di sc.

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Playing a CD or DVD

CD/DVD control buttons

The control buttons on the top of the computer enable you to play audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on.

Play/pause

Stop/eject

Next track

CD/DVD/Media Player switch

Previous track

Bass button

CD/DVD control buttonson the top of the computer

TheCD/DVD/MediaPlayerswitch:

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IfthereisaDVD-ROMinthedrivewhenyouslidethe CD/D VD/Media Play ers witch to the CD/D VD side (the left),thesystem will powerup and launch DVD Express.

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If there is a music CD in the drive when you slide the CD/D VD/Media Play ers witch to the CD/D VD side (the left), the sound system will start and play the music CD. To turn off the music CD player, slide the switch to the left and hold it for 2 seconds.

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Sliding the CD/DVD/MediaPla yerswitch to the right side turns on the system and launches WindowsMedia Playeronce the displayis open.

The previous track buttonreturns to the preceding track on the disc.

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Thepla y/pausebutton starts playingthe disc orpauses it ifit is currently playing.

The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing and ejects the disc.

You can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject button twice. Use thismethod to eject adisc whenthecomputer is turned off and the eject button on the front of the drive is unavailab le .

Thene x ttrack bu tt onskips tothefollowi ngtrackonthe disc. The bassbutton turns thesubwooferspeakerson and off.

Inserting a disc

WARNING: Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down. Playing the comp act disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the V olume Control dial or access the Volum e Control program (click Start, Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).

1 If the computer is turned on, press the eject button on

the DVD-ROM drive. To play an audio CD when the computer is turned off,

slide the CD/DVD/MediaPlayerswitch to the left to turn the D VD-ROMdriveon,and press the CD/DVDcontrol stop/eject button twice to release the disc tray .

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The disc tray partially opens.

CAUTION: To avoid damaging a disc or losi ng data, check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray.

2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open. 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and

free of dust.

CAUTION: Handle discs carefully. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Gras p it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could lose data.

4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label

facing up.

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Inserting a disc

CAUTION: Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located underneath the dr ive’s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.

5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the center

spindle until it locks into place.

Spindle

Disc

Correct position

Incorrect position

P osi tioning the disc on the spindle

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

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

the trayuntil it clicksindicating that it is locked.

Playing an audio CD

Insert an audioCDand close thedisctray. Ifthe computer is turned off, use the CD/DVD/Media Players witchand the control buttons on the top of the computer.Slide the CD/ D VD/MediaPlay erswitch to the left to turn on the CD/DVD player, then press the play/pause buttontwice.The CD will begin to play.

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

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

Stop buttonPlay/pause button

WindowsMedia Player screen

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

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To stop the compact disc, click the Stop button.

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To playtheCDor topause,clickthe Play/pause button on the CD Player control panel.

Playing a DVD

A DVDautomatically starts playing when you insert it and close the disc tray.

When you play a DVD, a Mediamatics box mayadvise you that video and audio playback performance is dependent upon processor speed (MHz) and system configuration.

DVDPlayer dialog

V ideoand audio playback performance warning

The CD/DVDcontrol buttonson the top of the computer do not work with DVDs if the computer is off. To view a DVD video, youmustopen the display panel and turn the computer on.

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You can open the DVD Playerthrough the Start menu before you insert the DVD or once the DVD is playing.To displaythe D VDPlayer, double-click the primary button.

Mediamatics D VDExpr essDVD player

While your DVDcontent plays , youhav eaccess to all D VDExpress description of these features, see Status display window on page 190.

Display W i ndow

™ functions and features. For a detailed

NOTE: DVDExpress does not support audio compact disc formats. Use CD Player instead.

Playing specific DVD files

1 On the DVDExpress control panel, click the Open File

button. The Openfile dialog boxappears, allowing youto select

the desired file by browsing.

2 Locate, then double-clickthe file you want to play.

The selected file begins to play.

To play the same file again, you must reselect the file.

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Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD

CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk.CDsare often used to installsoftw areor store files that require lots of space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or D VD.

For each installed audio CD title, the hard disk stores a small program that displays the CD’s icon. It does not store the CD’s content. To view the contents of an audio CD:

1 Placethedisc in the DVD-ROM drive. 2 Click Start, then point to Programs. 3 Locate the folder that contains the compact disc icon

and title.

4 Click the icon.

Ifyouclicktheiconwithouthavingthecompactdiscinthe drive, Windows prompts you to insert the disc.

Removing a disc with the computer on

CAUTION: Never press the ej ect button whil e the computer is accessing the drive. Wait for the disk activity light on the system indicator panel to turn off before opening the disc tray.

1 Locate and press the eject button.

The disc tray partially opens.

2 Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open.

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3 Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its

protective cover.

CAUTION: If the di sc is sp in ning when you ope n th e disc tray, wait for the disc to stop before removing it.

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

the trayuntil it clicksindicating that it is locked.

Removing a disc with the computer off

1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper

clip,into the manual eject button access hole.

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 tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in

its protective cover.

3 Pushthetrayintoclosethedrive.

Caring for CDs and DVDs

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Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean.

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Neverbend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.

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Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface of a compact disc can prevent the drive from reading the data properly.

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Av oidexposingdiscs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold.

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To clean a disc, wipe it from the center outwards (not in a circle) with a clean, dry cloth. If necessary ,moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive.

Using the modem

The Satellite 2800/2805 Series computers come with a built-inV.90 56K fax/modem and a built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN connection. To use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade RJ11 telephone line.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Disabl e Ca ll W a it ing bef ore y ou c onn ect through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts data transmission.

1 Attach one end of a standard RJ11 telephone cable to

the modem port.

Connecting the internal modem

2 Plug the other end of the RJ11 telephone cable into the

modular jack of a standard voice-grade telephone line.

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Connecting your computer to a network

You can connect your computer to a network locally or remotely:

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Locally, using the 10/100 Ethernet LAN connection by connecting it to a standard RJ45 LAN line.

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Remotely, using the modem and a dial-up connection. For specific information about connecting to the LAN or WAN,consultyournetwork administrator .

To use a dial-up connection, have your network administrator configure your computer for the network and supply you with the telephone number for the dial-up connection. To set up the network connection, use the DialUp Networking Wizard:

1 Click Start and point to Programs. 2 Point to Accessories,thentoCommunications,and

click Dial-Up Networking.

3 Enter the phone number of your network connection

and let the program dial the number. The computer connects with the network.

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To communicate across the telephone lines with another computer,youneed:

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A modem (a 56Kflex modem comes with your computer)

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A telephone line

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A communications program

In essence, the telephone line is just a very long data cable that connects to another computer.Y ouuse a communications program to converse with the other computer or network. For the simplest of connections, you can use a terminal emulator program such as Microsoft’s HyperTerminal. Connecting to America Online specialized communications program supplied by AOL to you at no charge. To connect to the Internet, you need a Web browser ,such as Microsoft’s Internet Explorer.

requires a

To connect your computer to a network, you need either:

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A network card (to connect to the network’s communication system)

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A modem (to connect to the network through a dial-up connection)

For specific information about connecting to the LAN or WAN,consultyournetwork administrator .

To usea dial-up connection, see Connectingyourcomputer

toanetworkon page 82.

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T urning off the computer

When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Shut down, Standby, and Hibernation. Each method has its advantages.

Shut down command

The Shut down command shuts the computer down completely. When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test and loads the operating system. Y oumust open any programs and files you want to use.

Factorswhen choosing Shut down:

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No poweris used while the computer isshutdown. This is the most efficient mode if you will be awayfrom your computer for an extended time.

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Restarting from Shut down uses the most time and battery power.

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When starting up again, the system does not automatically open programs and files you were previouslyusing.

Standby command

The Standby command puts the computer into a powersaving mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer,you can continue working from where youleft off.

Factorswhenchoosing Standby:

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While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. A fully charged battery will last approximately eight hours in Standby mode.

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Restarting from Standby mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Shut down or Hibernation mode.

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When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using.

NOTE: If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first.

Hibernation command

Hibernation mode shuts the computerdowncompletely,but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. Restoring information from the hard drive takeslonger than restoring it from memory .Whenyou start up again, the computer runs a self-test, loads the operatingsystem,and then returns to the state inwhichyou left it.

Factorswhenchoosing Hibernation mode:

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While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power.

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Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the battery discharges.

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Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery power than restarting from Shut down.

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Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and battery power than restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of memory.

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When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using.

TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using any of these methods to power down your computer, save your fi les and make sure the disk activity lig hts are off.

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

Using Shut down

To power down the computer using the Shut down command, click Start, Shut Down, select Shut down from the drop down menu, then click OK.

The computer shuts down completely.

Shutting down more quickly

You can also shut down the computer by pressing the power button or closing the display panel.

To use either of these methods,youfirst need to turn on the featurein Toshiba’s Power Sav erutility.

1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click

Control Panel.

2 If the Toshiba PowerSav ericon is not present: click

View all control panel options ontheleftsideofthe

panel.

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3 In the Control Panel window ,double-clic kthe Toshiba

PowerSaver icon.

4 In theRunn i ngon batteries area,click the Detai ls

button, then select the System Power Mode tab.

5 Select Shutdown for the options you want.

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When I press the power button

Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you press the power button.

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When I close the lid

Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you close the display panel.

6 Click Override all Modes with settings here. 7 In the Set to range dialog box, do one of the following:

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Click DC only for the settings to apply only when you are using battery power.

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Click All forthe settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power .

8 Click OK. 9 Click OK again, then close the Control Panel.

NOTE: For more information about the Power Saver utility, see Power Saver on page 187.

Starting again after Shut down

To start the computer up again, press the powerbuttonuntil the on/off light changes to green.

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To power down the computer using the Standby command, click Start, Shut Down,selectStand by from the drop down menu, then click OK.

The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to memory,turns off the display, and goes into a lowpower mode. The on/off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode.

Going into Standby mode more quickly

You can also put the computer into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel.

To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in T oshiba’s Power Sav er utility.

1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click

Control Panel.

2 In the Control Panel window ,double-clic kthe Power

Saver icon. If the T oshiba P ow er Savericon is not

present:clickView allcontrol paneloptionson theleft side of the panel.

3 In theRunn i ngon batteries area,click the Detai ls

button, then select the System Power Mode tab.

4 Select Standby for the options you want.

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When I press the power button

Set this option to Standby for the computer to go into Standby mode when you press the power button.

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When I close the lid

Set this option to Standby for the computer to go into Standby mode when you close the display panel.

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5 Click Override all Modes with settings here. 6 In the Set to range dialog box, do one of the following:

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Click DC only for the settings to apply only when you are using battery power.

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Click All forthe settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power .

7 Click OK. 8 Click OK again, then close the Control Panel.

NOTE: For more information about the Power Saver utility, see Power Saver on page 187.

Starting again from Standby

To start the computer from Standby mode, press the power button until the on/off light changes to green. The computer returns to the screen you were using.

If you put the computer in Standby mode by closing the displaypanel, you can start again by opening the display panel.

Using Hibernation mode

To power down the computer using the Hibernation option, click Start, Shut Down,selectHibernate, then click OK.

The computer saves the state of the system, including all open programs and files, to the hard disk, and then powers down completely.

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Going into Hibernation mode more quickly

You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode by pressing the power button or closing the display panel.

To use eitherofthese methods, you firstneedtoturn it on in Toshiba’sPowerSaverutility.

1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click

Control Panel.

2 In the Control Panel window ,double-clic kthe Power

Saver icon. If the T oshiba P ow er Savericon is not

present:clickView allcontrol paneloptionson theleft side of the panel.

3 In theRunn i ngon batteries area,click the Detai ls

button, then select the System Power Mode tab.

4 Select Hibernationfor the options you want.

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When I press the power button

Set thisoptionto Hibernation forthe computer to go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button.

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When I close the lid

Set thisoptionto Hibernation forthe computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel.

5 Click Override all Modes with settings here. 6 In the Set to range dialog box, do one of the following:

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Click DC only for the settings to apply only when you are using battery power.

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Click All forthe settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power .

7 Click OK.

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8 Click OK again, then close the Control Panel.

NOTE: For more information about the Power Saver utility, see Power Saver on page 187.

Starting again from Hibernation mode

To start the computer from Hibernation mode, press the powerb uttonuntil the on/off lightturnsgreen.The computer returns to the screen you were using.

If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the displaypanel, you can start it again by opening the display panel.

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Mobile Computing

This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while trav eling.

Toshiba’s energy-saver design

Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)Energy Star Program and has designed this product to meet the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.

Your computer enters a low-power standbymode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving moneyinthe process.Ithas a number of other featuresthat enhance its energy efficiency.

Many of these energy-saving features hav e been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these featuresactiv e, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while trav eling.

Mobile Computing

Running the computer on battery power

The computer contains a removablelithium ion (Li-ion) high-capacity battery that provides power when you are awa yfrom an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times.

In addition, the computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC)battery. This is a nickelmetalhydride(NiMH) battery . The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settingsand the current time and date for up to a month while the computer is turned off.

Using additional battery packs

If you spend a lot of time trave ling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source, you may want to carry additional charged batteries with you. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working.

Battery safety precautions

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Nevertry to disassemble a battery.

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Neverov erchargeor rev ersecharge a battery . Overcharging will shorten its life and rev ersecharging could destroy it, causing the release of toxic fumes.

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Av oidtouching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery will cause it to overheat and may cause permanent damage to the battery or the computer.

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Neverincineratea spent battery as this will cause it to explode,releasing toxic materials.

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If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.

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Charging batteries

Toreplacethe mainbattery, usean identical battery thatyo u can purchase through the Toshiba Accessories Catalog.

Maximizing battery life

A main battery can be recharged many times. Gradually overtimeit will lose its ability to hold a charge. To maximize thelifeofyourmainbattery:

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Av oid leavingthe computer plugged in and unused for more than a few hours. Overcharging the main battery may shorten its life.

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If you are not going to use the computer for a long period of time, remove the battery.

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Alternate between batteries if you have a spare.

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Make sure yourcomputeristurned off or in Hibernation mode when you are replacing the battery .

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Store spare batteries in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.

Charging batteries

The mainbattery needstobe charged before youcan use it to power the computer. You can charge the battery using your computer,or you can use an optional battery charger.

CAUTION: Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential char g e of th e ba tt ery.

Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook compute r. Y ou c an o rde r a Toshiba battery char ge r through the Toshiba Accessories Catalog.

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Charging batteries

Charging the main battery

To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes sever alhours to charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The batte ry does not charge while the computer is consuming full power.

The battery may not start charging immediately if:

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The battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity,

waituntil it reachesroomtemperature (50to80 degrees Fahrenheit,10 to 26 degrees Celsius).

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The battery is almost completely discharged.

Leavethe power connected, and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes.

HINT: Once a battery is fully charged, we recommend that you operate your c omputer on batte ry power until the bat tery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity.

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Monitoring battery power

Charging the RTC battery

The computer contains an internal battery that provides power forthe real-time clock (RTC)and calendar.

During normal use, the main battery keeps the RTC battery adequately charged. Occasionally,the RTCbattery may lose its charge completely ,especiallyif you hav ehad the computer turned off for a long time.

To recharge the RTC battery,plug in the computer and turn it on for at least 24 hours.

NOTE: It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RT C battery is low, the real-time clock and cale ndar may display the incorrect time an d da te or stop working.

When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-time clock.

The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored. If the power is on, it takes approximately 24 hours to fully charge the RTC battery. If the power is off, the RTC battery will not charge.

Monitoring battery power

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Monitoring battery power

Determining remaining battery power

NOTE: Wait at least 16 seco nd s afte r tu rn in g on t he computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and perform its calculations.

1 Click Start,pointtoSettings, and then click Control

Panel.

2 Double-clickthe Power Saver icon. 3 Choose the Power Save Modes tab, then under the

Running on Batteries section, click Details.

4 Click the Po werSaveMode tab. The current power

source and battery power remaining section displays

the current charge state of the battery.The value

displaysas a percentage of remaining battery charge.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The co mput er dr ai ns the bat tery fa st er at

low temperatures. Check y our remai ning ch arge fr equent ly if

you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees

Fahrenheit.

The computer calc ulat es t he remain in g ba tt ery charge bas ed

on your current rate of power use and other factors such as

the age of the battery .

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Conserving battery power

How long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors,such as:

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How the computer is configured.

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How much you use the display panel instead of an

external monitor.

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How much you use the hard disk and other drives.

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Whether you use any optional devices to which the

battery supplies power.

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Where you are working—since operating time

decreases at low temperatures. Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length

of time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to recharge the battery.

Toshiba has combined these options into three preset power usage modes:

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Long Life

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Normal

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High Power To change the power usage mode, hold down both the

and F2 keys. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs. See Power Saver on page 187 for details.

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What to do when the battery runs low

When the battery runs low you can:

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Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the battery.

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Put the computer in Hibernation mode and replace the battery with a charged spare.

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Saveyourwork and turn off the computer.

If you don’t manage to do any of these things before the battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Standby mode and turns itself off. Standbymodekeeps trackofwhere youwere so,whenyou turn on the power again, you can continue where you left off.

The computer stores the information on what you were doing until the battery runs out of power . If you hav e Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down.

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Setting alarms

Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low.

You can set multiple alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery powerhasbeen reached.You can set how the alarm action occurs—soundan alarm, displayamessage, both, ornone. You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode, or to Shutdown when the alarm goes off.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other documentation

Other icons used

Service options

Chapter 1

Finding Your Way Around

Making sure you have everything

Front with the display closed

Back

Right side

Left side

Front with the display open

Keyboard indicator panel

System indicator panel

CD/DVD control buttons

Bottom

Chapter 2

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Setting up your computer

Precautions

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

Using the AccuPoint II pointing device

Setting up your software

Setting up a printer

Using a PS/2 mouse with the AccuPoint II

Shutting down the computer

Caring for your computer

Cleaning the computer

Moving the computer

Using a computer lock

Chapter 3

Learning the Basics

Computing tips

Using the keyboard

Character keys

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Function keys

Windows special keys

Overlay keys

Starting a program

Saving your work

Printing your work

Using diskettes

Inserting and removing diskettes

Backing up your files

Caring for diskettes

Copying to a diskette

Playing a CD or DVD

Drive components and control buttons

CD/DVD control buttons

Inserting a disc

Playing an audio CD

Playing a DVD

Playing specific DVD files

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD

Removing a disc with the computer on

Removing a disc with the computer off

Caring for CDs and DVDs

Using the modem

Connecting your computer to a network

Setting up for communications

T ur ning o ff th e compu ter

Shut down command