Toshiba Satellite 3005-S307, Satellite 3000-100, Satellite 3005-S304, Satellite 3005-S308, Satellite 3000-214 User Manual

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Satellite® 3000/3005 Series User’s Guide

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Model: Satellite 3000/3005 Series
Compact Disk-ReWritable
The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk­ReWritable (CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.
Protection of Stored Data
For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS
ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.
Critical Applications
The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES
AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN
ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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NOTE: Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached
to this computer. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, RGB port, USB port, and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or
parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
s authority to operate the
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Contact:
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000
Industry Canada Requirement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FCC Requirements
The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems.
Installation
When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information:
The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the
modem.
The FCC registration number of the modem.
The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.6B.
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C.
Type of Service
Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will provide this information upon request.
Telephone Company Procedures
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone
company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.
If Problems Arise
If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Tos hi ba .
Disconnection
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.
Fax Branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity or individual.
In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message.
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Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment
1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be
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aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the following:
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.
3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this
equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
Wireless Interoperability
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:
The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B), as
defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi
Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.
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) certification as defined by the WECA
Wireless LAN and your Health
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:
Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other
devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g., airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.
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Regulatory Information
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When using this device in combination with Wireless LAN Outdoor Antenna products, a certain separation distance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance. The distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20.0 cm.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information.
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Approved Countries for use
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig.1.
Australia Austria Belgium
Canada Denmark Finland
Germany Iceland Ireland
Japan Luxembourg Netherlands
New Zealand Norway Sweden
Switzerland UK USA
Greece Italy France
Poland Portugal Spain
Caution: Do not use this equipment except in the countries in Fig.1.
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW Safety Instructions
The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
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Location of the required label
(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.)
CAU TION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Copyright
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
©2001 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Export Administration Regulation
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.
Notice
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice.
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.
Trademarks
Satellite and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, SelectServ, FreedomWare, SmartMedia and VirtualTech are trademarks, and InTouch is a service mark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows, DirectX, Active Desktop, and DirectShow are registered trademarks, and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc.
WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.
CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc.
i.LINK is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
SPANworks 2000 is a trademark of SPANworks, U.S.A.
Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories, Dolby, Dolby Digital Surround, and Dolby Digital are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Computer Disposal Information
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.

Contents

Introduction ..............................................................21
This guide .............................................................. 21
Safety icons ........................................................... 22
Other documentation ............................................. 23
Service options ...................................................... 24
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ........................ 25
Making sure you have everything .......................... 25
Front with the display closed ................................. 26
Back....................................................................... 27
Right side............................................................... 28
Left side ................................................................. 29
Front with the display open.................................... 30
Indicator panel ................................................. 32
System indicator panel .................................... 33
CD/DVD/Media Player power switch ................ 35
Underside .............................................................. 37
Chapter 2: Getting Started......................................... 39
Selecting a place to work ....................................... 39
Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 39
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Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 40
Precautions...................................................... 43
Setting up your computer ...................................... 44
Installing additional memory (optional) ........... 45
Removing a memory module........................... 48
Connecting a mouse ........................................ 48
Connecting a printer ........................................ 48
Connecting the AC adapter............................... 49
Installing a device in the Modular Bay.............. 51
Charging the battery .............................................. 51
Using the computer for the first time..................... 52
Opening the display panel ................................ 52
Turning on the power ....................................... 53
Using the TouchPad ......................................... 54
Setting up your software.................................. 55
Setting up a printer .......................................... 56
Turning off the computer ....................................... 59
Caring for your computer....................................... 60
Cleaning the computer ..................................... 60
Moving the computer....................................... 61
Using a computer lock ..................................... 61
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics ................................. 63
Computing tips ...................................................... 63
Using the keyboard ................................................ 64
Character keys ................................................. 65
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ........................................ 65
Function keys................................................... 65
Windows
Overlay keys..................................................... 66
Starting a program................................................. 69
Saving your work ................................................... 70
Printing your work ................................................. 71
Using diskettes ...................................................... 71
®
special keys.................................... 66
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Inserting and removing diskettes..................... 72
Caring for diskettes.......................................... 72
Backing up your files ............................................. 73
Using your CD or DVD drive .................................. 73
Drive components and control buttons............ 74
Setting the CD/DVD/Media Player
power switch to CD/DVD ........................... 76
Setting the CD/DVD/Media Player
power switch to Media Player .................... 77
Inserting a disc ................................................ 77
Playing an audio CD......................................... 79
Playing a DVD .................................................. 80
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD............... 80
Removing a disc with the computer on............ 81
Removing a disc with the computer off ........... 81
Caring for CDs and DVDs................................. 82
Setting up for communications.............................. 82
Connecting the modem to a phone line............ 82
Connecting your computer to a network .......... 83
Powering down the computer................................ 84
Turn Off or Shut down command..................... 84
Hibernation command ..................................... 84
Stand by command.......................................... 85
Using Turn Off or Shut down ................................. 86
Turning off more quickly .................................. 87
Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down ...... 87
Using Hibernation .................................................. 88
Starting again from Hibernation mode............. 89
Using Stand by ...................................................... 90
Starting again from Stand by ........................... 91
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ................................... 93
Toshiba’s energy-saver design ............................... 93
Running the computer on battery power ............... 94
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Using a second battery .................................... 94
Battery safety precautions................................ 94
Maximizing battery life ..................................... 95
Power management ......................................... 95
Charging batteries.................................................. 96
Charging the main and secondary batteries ..... 96
Charging the RTC battery................................. 97
Monitoring battery power ...................................... 98
Determining remaining battery power.............. 98
Conserving battery power ................................ 99
What to do when the battery runs low ............. 99
Setting battery alarms.................................... 100
Changing the main battery ................................... 101
Removing the battery from the computer ...... 101
Disposing of used batteries safely ....................... 101
Traveling tips........................................................ 102
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows ® XP
Operating System............................... 103
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop.......................... 103
Finding your way around the desktop ............ 104
Windows® XP file system .............................. 106
Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and
control buttons together ............................... 107
Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet ................. 110
Lesson 4: Creating a new document .................... 111
Lesson 5: Creating a new folder........................... 113
Lesson 6: Starting programs ............................... 114
Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding
windows ........................................................ 116
Using the taskbar ........................................... 117
Minimizing and maximizing windows ............ 118
Resizing and moving windows....................... 118
Lesson 8: Closing programs ............................... 119
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Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts ............................... 120
Creating a shortcut to the Calculator.............. 120
Creating a shortcut to the Character Map ...... 121
Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver................. 123
Lesson 11: Setting the date and time................... 125
Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop .. 126
Lesson 13: Using System Restore ....................... 128
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? ................. 129
Windows® XP Help and Support Center ........ 129
Using the online tours and tutorials ............... 131
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer ................. 132
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options.......................... 135
Windows® XP special features............................. 135
Personalizing your desktop.................................. 136
Customizing the taskbar ................................ 136
Bringing the world to your desktop................ 137
Changing desktop and browsing style ........... 138
Personalizing individual windows .................. 139
Customizing window toolbars........................ 140
Displaying information about each folder ...... 141
Using your computer at the office........................ 142
Setting up for communications...................... 143
Connecting the modem to a telephone line .... 144
Using the Ethernet LAN Port ................................ 144
Accessing a LAN ............................................ 145
Setting up a direct connection ....................... 145
Setting up a dial-up connection ..................... 145
Exchanging data with another computer.............. 146
Transferring files using a parallel port
connection ............................................... 146
Transferring files using the Infrared port........ 147
Getting help transferring files......................... 148
Connecting to the Internet ................................... 149
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An overview of using the Internet ........................ 150
The Internet ................................................... 150
The World Wide Web ..................................... 150
Internet Service Providers.............................. 151
Signing up with an Internet Service
Provider .................................................. 151
Surfing the Internet........................................ 151
Internet features............................................. 152
Uploading and downloading files from
the Internet .............................................. 152
Toshiba’s online resources................................... 153
Exploring video features ...................................... 153
Transferring and editing video data ................ 153
Playing DVDs ................................................. 154
Display settings hot key ................................ 154
Exploring audio features ...................................... 155
Recording sounds.......................................... 156
Using a microphone....................................... 156
Adjusting recording settings .......................... 157
Using external speakers or headphones......... 157
Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse........ 158
Connecting a television to the S-video
out port.......................................................... 158
Playing Video CDs.......................................... 161
Using PC Cards.................................................... 162
PC Card supporting software ......................... 162
Inserting PC Cards......................................... 162
Removing PC Cards....................................... 163
Hot swapping................................................. 163
Using SmartMedia cards...................................... 164
Inserting a SmartMedia card.......................... 165
Removing a SmartMedia card........................ 165
Emulating a full-size keyboard ............................. 165
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Chapter 7: WinDVD 2000 ........................................ 167
Playing DVDs ....................................................... 167
Using the WinDVD toolbar ............................. 169
Using the WinDVD status bar ........................ 169
Using the WinDVD control panel.................... 170
Using the control panel playback buttons ...... 171
Maximizing the video window........................ 173
Using playlists ..................................................... 174
Creating playlists ........................................... 174
Loading and playing playlists......................... 175
Resuming normal playback after
using playlists .......................................... 176
Customizing WinDVD........................................... 176
Setting general properties.............................. 177
Setting audio properties................................. 178
Setting display properties .............................. 180
Customizing the control panel ....................... 181
Using WinDVD Advanced Features ...................... 182
Zooming in..................................................... 187
Panning.......................................................... 188
Zooming out .................................................. 188
Adjusting the color balance............................ 188
Launching an Internet browser from WinDVD ..... 189
Getting Help ......................................................... 189
Exiting WinDVD ................................................... 189
Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong ..................... 191
Problems when you turn on the computer........... 193
The Windows
working.......................................................... 194
Using Startup options to fix problems ........... 195
Internet problems .......................................... 196
The Windows
®
operating system is not
®
XP operating system
can help you ............................................ 196
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Resolving a hardware conflict .............................. 197
A plan of action.............................................. 197
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 198
Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 200
Memory card problems.................................. 201
Power and the batteries ................................. 202
Keyboard problems........................................ 203
Display problems ........................................... 204
Disk drive problems ....................................... 206
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive problems .......... 208
Sound system problems ................................ 216
PC Card problems.......................................... 217
Printer problems............................................ 220
Modem problems........................................... 221
Develop good computing habits .......................... 222
Using VirtualTech................................................. 223
If you need further assistance.............................. 224
Before you call ............................................... 224
Contacting Toshiba ........................................ 224
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ........................ 226
Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................. 231
Instant password security.................................... 231
Sound .................................................................. 232
Display modes ..................................................... 232
Keyboard hot keys ............................................... 232
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors..................... 233
USA and Canada ............................................ 233
United Kingdom ............................................. 233
Australia......................................................... 233
Europe ........................................................... 233
Glossary ................................................................. 235
Index ....................................................................... 251

Introduction

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

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:
Read the entire guide from beginning to end.
Skim through and stop when a topic interests you.
Use the table of contents and the index to find specific
If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to
®
XP Professional. This guide contains information for
information.
®
XP Home, or
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Safety icons

familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most.
Safety icons
This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows:
DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.
WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.
CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety instruction is not observed.
NOTE: This icon indicates information that relates to the safe operation of the equipment or related items.
Other icons used
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information:
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about the computer.
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.
Introduction

Other documentation

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Other documentation
Your computer comes with the following documentation:
This electronic user’s guide.
Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on
your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery CD.
Toshiba Accessories Information lists accessories available from Toshiba and explains how to order them. Access the Toshiba Accessories Web site at
The Microsoft
which explains the features of the operating system.
®
Windows® operating system documentation
toshibaaccessories.com for more information.
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Service options

Service options
Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ Toshiba’s Web site at
If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If
Something Goes Wrong” on page 191.
TM
warranty programs. For more information, visit
toshiba.com.
Chapter 1
Finding Your Way Around
This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your notebook computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer.

Making sure you have everything

Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card provided with your system to make sure you received everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately. For additional help, see “If you need
further assistance” on page 224.
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Finding Your Way Around
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Front with the display closed

Front with the display closed
Display latch
Modular Bay Battery pack
The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. To open the display panel, press the display latch and raise the panel.
The Modular Bay can accommodate a CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or multifunction DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive. It also supports a diskette drive, additional hard disk drive or secondary battery. The bay only supports one device at a time. It is designated by default as drive D:.
CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.
The battery pack fits into the front side of the computer.

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Cooling vent DC-IN jack USB ports
The cooling vent prevents the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.
CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure you don’t block the cooling vents.
The DC-IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter.
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB peripherals to your computer.
DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB peripherals have a single standard for cabling and connectors. The USB standard allows hot swapping of peripherals.
Parallel port
Modem port
LAN port S-video out port
RGB (monitor)
port
Infrared port Security lock slot
The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel device, including ECP-compatible devices.
The modem port lets you use a standard RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. For more information, see “Connecting the modem to a
phone line” on page 82.
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The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link. For more information, see “Connecting your computer to a network” on page 83.
The S-Video out port allows you to connect a television or other video output device.
The RGB (monitor) port allows you to connect an external monitor.
The fast infrared port allows cable-free communication with another device, such as a computer or printer, that has a compatible infrared port.
The security lock slot allows you to attach an optional PORT- Noteworthy secure it to a large, heavy object such as your desk.
Right side
The internal speaker allows you to hear sounds from your system, including audio CDs and DVD-ROMs.
The PC Card ejection tabs release PC Cards from the corresponding slots.
The two stacked PC Card slots support up to two Type I or Type II PC Cards, or one Type III PC Card. See “Using PC
Cards” on page 162 for more information.
The i.LINK allows fast transfers of large quantities of data between the computer and an external device, such as a video camera.
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computer lock cable to your computer to
Speaker i.LINK port
PC Card ejection tabs
PC Card slots
®
port (also known as IEEE 1394 or firewire)
USB port
Cooling vent
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port allows you to connect USB peripherals, such as a mouse, printer or external keyboard to your computer.
The cooling vent prevents the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.

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CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure you don’t block the cooling vents.
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SmartMedia card slot
The SmartMediaTM card slot supports up to 128 MB SmartMedia Random Access Memory (RAM) cards. These small cards are about one-third the size of conventional PC Cards and are only 0.76mm in thickness. They are used in digital still cameras and various forms of portable information equipment. If the operating system does not recognize an inserted SmartMedia card, remove and insert it again.For information on installing a SmartMedia card, see
“Inserting a SmartMedia card” on page 165.
The line-in jack allows you to connect an external input device.
The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you connect an external monaural microphone or other audio input device.
Headphone jack Microphone jack Line-in jack
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The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as external speakers. Connecting other devices automatically disables the internal speakers.
The internal speaker allows you to hear sounds from your system, including audio CDs and DVD-ROMs.
Front with the display open
Screen
Volume control
Power button
Keyboard
Primary button
System indicator panel
CD/DVD/Media Player power switch
CD or DVD control buttons
Programmable buttons
Indicator panel
Tou ch Pa d
Secondary button
Palm rest
The computer’s screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images.
The power button turns the computer on and off. If you hold the power button down for four seconds, it will reset the computer.
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