Toshiba M10-S405, M10-S406, M15-S405, M15-S406, Satellite Pro M10 Series User Manual

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Satellite Pro M10/M15 Series User’s Guide

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Models: Satellite Pro® M10/M15 Series

ReWritable CD/DVD Drives

The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.

Protection of Stored Data

For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.

Critical Applications

The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.

FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

❖ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

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

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

attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's or expansion unit's serial port, parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

, i.LINK® port and

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference.

❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Contact:

Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.

9740 Irvine Blvd.

Irvine, CA 92618-1697

(949) 583-3000

Industry Canada requirement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

FCC requirements

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

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 or an authorized representative of Toshiba Corporation.

Disconnection

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

Fax branding

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

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

Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment

1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This

certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

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

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

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

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

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

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.

Wireless Interoperability

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B), as defined

and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖ The Wireless Fidelity(WiFi) certification as defined by the WECA Wireless

Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.

Caution

Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth™ and WirelessLAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection.

If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or WirelessLAN.

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

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.85 GHz frequency range.

Wireless LAN and your Health

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

Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or

❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or

services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.

Regulatory Information

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.

Canada – Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

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

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

IC: 248H-DPA3233W

This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 4.8 d. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication.

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

Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:

❖ EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment

❖ ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment

❖ ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.

België/ Belgique:

For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed.

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

Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 (2457 MHz) en 11 (2462 MHz). Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig. Voor publiek gebruik buiten gebouwen is licentie van BIPT/ IBPT verplicht. Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.

L’utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 10 (2457 MHz) et 11 (2462 MHz). Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, a l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, audessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprés de I’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à I’extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.

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

cedure to follow.

Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 10 and 11 (2457 MHz and

2462 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for every installation, indoor and outdoor installations. Please contact ART for procedure to follow.

Bande de fréquence restreinte : seuls les canaux 10 à 11 (2457 et 2462 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France. Toute utilisation, qu’elle soit intérieure ou extérieure, est soumise à autorisation. Vous pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

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

allowed.

E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L’uso per installazione in esterni non e’ permessa.

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

cedure to follow.

Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference.

❖ This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired

operation.

TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.

The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.

Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two types of antennas. The both of antenna types, when installed are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen.

For both antennas, the radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20cm. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.15-

5.25GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide no access to the end user.

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

Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs: CJ6UPA3233WL, CJ6UPA3232BT.

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.

Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to cochannel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and

5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Using this equipment in Japan

In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400.2,483.5MHz for second generation lowpower data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified lowpower radio station).

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication

The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

1 2.4 this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4GHz.

2 DS.This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.

3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.

4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to

2,483.5 MHz.

It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100

Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916

Fax: 03-5444-9450

Device Authorization

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

The Name of the radio equipment: PA3232U-1MPC

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

The following restrictions apply:

❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device.

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

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, and Multifunction drive safety instructions

The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and Multifunction drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

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

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

Location of the required label

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

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

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1

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.

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

Export Administration regulation

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

Notice

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

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

Trademarks

Satellite, AccuPoint II, Fn-esse, Noteworthy, SelectBay, and InTouch are registered trademarks, SelectServ, and Ask IRIS Online are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

IBM and Wake on LAN are registered trademarks and PS/2 is a trademark of IBM Corporation.

MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Media Player, DirectX, and DirectShow are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation.

LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc.

WinDVD™ is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.

Sound Blaster Pro is a registered trademark of Creative Labs, Inc.

™

Wi-Fi

is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance.

Yamaha is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.

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

Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba under license.

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

Computer disposal information

This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at

www.eiae.org.

Introduction............................................................................... 27

This guide............................................................................... 28

Safety icons............................................................................ 28

Other icons used............................................................... 29

Other documentation............................................................ 30

Service options...................................................................... 30

Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ..................................... 31

Making sure you have everything........................................ 31

Front with the display panel closed................................. 32

Back.................................................................................... 33

Right side........................................................................... 34

Left side.............................................................................. 35

Underside........................................................................... 36

Keyboard and display features............................................. 37

Front with the display panel open.................................... 37

Indicator panel lights......................................................... 40

Keyboard indicator panel lights ....................................... 41

System buttons................................................................. 42

Chapter 2: Getting Started........................................................ 43

Selecting a place to work...................................................... 43

Creating a computer-friendly environment.................... 43

Keeping yourself comfortable.......................................... 44

Other precautions ................................................................. 47

Setting up your computer.................................................... 48

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

Adding memory.................................................................... 52

Installing a memory module............................................ 52

Removing a memory module ......................................... 55

Turning on the computer...................................................... 57

Opening the display panel................................................ 57

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

Using the AccuPoint II® pointing device............................. 58

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

Scrolling with the TouchPad™......................................... 60

Control buttons................................................................. 60

Disabling or enabling the Dual Point Device.................. 61

Setting up your software...................................................... 62

Registering your computer with Toshiba............................ 63

Setting up other devices................................................... 63

Turning off the computer...................................................... 63

Closing the display panel ................................................. 64

Using external display devices............................................. 65

Connecting the display device......................................... 65

Directing the display output when you turn on the

computer........................................................................... 67

Adjusting the quality of the external display................... 68

Video limitations ............................................................... 69

Using an external keyboard.................................................. 69

Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key...... 70

Using a mouse...................................................................... 70

Connecting a local printer .................................................... 70

Connecting an optional external diskette drive................... 72

Connecting external speakers or headphones.................... 73

Connecting a microphone.................................................... 73

Using an optional expansion device.................................... 74

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics................................................ 75

Computing tips...................................................................... 75

Using the keyboard............................................................... 77

Character keys .................................................................. 77

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard..... 77

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ......................................................... 78

Function keys .................................................................... 78

Windows special keys...................................................... 79

Overlay keys ..................................................................... 79

Starting a program................................................................ 81

Starting a program from the Start menu........................ 81

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer............... 82

Starting a program from the Run dialog box................. 83

Saving your work .................................................................. 84

Printing your work................................................................. 86

Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive....................... 87

CD/DVD control buttons................................................... 89

Inserting compact discs .................................................. 90

Removing compact discs ............................................... 92

Caring for CDs or DVDs Discs ........................................ 92

Using PC Cards ..................................................................... 93

Hot swapping.................................................................... 93

Using SD

Using your computer at the office ....................................... 95

Using a computer lock.......................................................... 95

Caring for your computer..................................................... 96

Cleaning the computer..................................................... 96

Moving the computer....................................................... 97

Backing up your work........................................................... 97

Restoring your work......................................................... 98

Preparing for communications............................................ 98

(Secure Digital) cards........................................ 94

Different ways to turn the computer on and off................. 99

Powering down the computer............................................. 99

Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down...................... 100

Using Hibernation........................................................... 103

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

Toshiba’s online resources................................................. 107

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing................................................ 109

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

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

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

Safety Precautions.......................................................... 111

Maximizing battery life ................................................... 112

Charging the batteries.................................................... 113

Monitoring battery power.............................................. 113

What to do when the battery alarm sounds..................... 116

Changing batteries.............................................................. 117

Disposing of used batteries........................................... 119

Conserving power............................................................... 119

Power usage modes in Windows XP........................... 120

Using a hot key to set the power usage mode............. 121

Additional options for power.............................................. 122

Chapter 5: Expansion Options ............................................... 123

Devices for office computing............................................. 123

Connecting external (optional) devices......................... 124

Using an external keyboard................................................ 125

Using a mouse ................................................................... 125

Connecting a USB mouse.............................................. 125

Using a printer .................................................................... 126

Connecting a parallel printer.......................................... 126

Setting up your printer................................................... 127

Using the Wi-Fi

Accessing the Wi-Fi

Using an expansion device................................................. 131

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Wireless LAN Mini PCI module.......... 131

™

Mini PCI module...................... 131

Using an optional expansion device.................................. 132

Chapter 6: Enhancing Productivity........................................ 133

Exploring the desktop ......................................................... 133

Finding your way around the desktop........................... 133

Exchanging data with another computer.......................... 136

Transferring files.............................................................. 136

Getting help transferring files......................................... 137

Setting up for communications..................................... 137

Connecting the modem to a telephone line.................. 139

Connecting your computer to a network ..................... 139

An overview of using the Internet...................................... 142

The Internet...................................................................... 142

The World Wide Web .................................................... 142

Internet Service Providers.............................................. 143

Connecting to the Internet ............................................. 143

Surfing the Internet......................................................... 144

Internet features.............................................................. 144

Uploading and downloading files from the Internet ... 145

Exploring audio features..................................................... 145

Playing an audio CD........................................................ 146

Playing CDs using Auto-Run......................................... 147

Creating a CD................................................................... 147

Recording sounds .......................................................... 148

Using external speakers or headphones....................... 149

Using Slim SelectBay

Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay®........... 151

Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay

Inserting and removing hard drives .................................. 152

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

Inserting a PC Card......................................................... 154

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

Inserting and removing Bluetooth™ or Wi-Fi™

modules........................................................................... 157

Setting up a PC Card for your computer ...................... 157

modules ....................................... 150

............... 152

Using SD® cards................................................................. 158

Inserting an SD® card.................................................... 158

Removing an SD® card.................................................. 159

Using the i.LINK® port........................................................ 159

Connecting your modem to a telephone line ................... 160

Connecting to a phone line............................................ 160

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 162

Fn-esse®.............................................................................. 163

Starting Fn-esse®........................................................... 163

Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 165

Viewing existing key assignments................................ 166

Changing or removing existing key assignments ...... 167

Toshiba Console.................................................................. 167

Customizing Your Computer......................................... 168

Network........................................................................... 169

Security............................................................................ 169

Power Management....................................................... 169

Mouse utility ................................................................. 172

Hotkey utility ................................................................. 172

Mobile Extension Service............................................... 173

Slim SelectBay® Service................................................ 173

Toshiba Hardware Settings............................................ 173

Mobile Extension................................................................. 175

Toshiba Power Saver utility................................................ 177

Enabling Hibernation........................................................... 177

Setting user passwords...................................................... 178

Using an instant password............................................ 179

Setting a user password................................................ 180

Disabling a user password ............................................ 180

Using a supervisor password............................................ 181

Setting a supervisor password...................................... 181

Deleting a supervisor password.................................... 183

Hard disk drive passwords................................................. 184

Setting a hard disk drive user only password in

System Setup.................................................................. 185

Deleting or changing a hard disk drive user only

password in System Setup............................................ 186

Setting a hard disk drive master and user password

in System Setup.............................................................. 187

Changing the master and user passwords in

System Setup.................................................................. 188

Deleting the hard disk drive master and user

passwords in the System Setup.................................... 189

Chapter 8: WinDVD™............................................................. 191

Playing DVDs....................................................................... 191

Using the WinDVD slider bar (location)........................ 193

Using the WinDVD control panel....................................... 194

Using the control panel playback buttons .................... 195

Maximizing the video window....................................... 198

Using WinDVD Advanced Features................................... 198

Using playlists...................................................................... 199

Creating a Playlist............................................................ 200

Playing a Playlist ............................................................. 201

Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong .................................. 203

Problems that are easy to fix.............................................. 203

Problems when you turn on the computer....................... 205

The Windows® operating system is not working............ 206

Using Startup options to fix problems.......................... 207

Internet problems............................................................ 208

The Windows

Resolving a hardware conflict............................................ 209

A plan of action................................................................ 209

Resolving hardware conflicts on your own.................. 210

Fixing a problem with Device Manager......................... 211

Memory problems.......................................................... 213

Power and the batteries.................................................. 213

Keyboard problems........................................................ 215

XP operating system can help you .... 208

Display problems............................................................ 215

Disk drive problems ....................................................... 217

DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive problems................ 220

Sound system problems ............................................... 227

PC Card problems.......................................................... 228

Printer problems............................................................. 231

Modem problems........................................................... 232

Develop good computing habits ....................................... 233

If you need further assistance............................................ 234

Before you call................................................................. 234

Contacting Toshiba......................................................... 234

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ..................................... 235

Toshiba’s worldwide offices ............................................... 236

Appendix A: Hot Keys............................................................. 239

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors.................................. 247

Glossary................................................................................... 248

Index......................................................................................... 263

Introduction

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

Satellite Pro computing power, enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location.

You will find your operating system, Microsoft Home or Windows computer. Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access.

M10/M15 Series computers provide considerable

XP Professional, already installed on your

Windows® XP

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:

❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end

❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you

❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specific

information

If you are new to computers or have not used a notebook computer before, read through this chapter to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer. After that, seek out whatever interests you most.

Safety icons

This guide 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. The safety instructions have been classified according to the seriousness of risk; the following icons highlight these instructions:

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 indicates technical information about the computer.

Safety icons

HINT: This icon indicates helpful hints and tips.

DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.

Service options

Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com.

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

Something Goes Wrong” on page 203.

™

warranty programs. For more information, visit

Chapter 1

Finding Your Way Around

This chapter presents a grand tour of your Satellite Pro® M10/ M15 Series computer. It serves as a reference to locate specific parts of the computer.

Making sure you have everything

Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with your computer to make sure you received everything.

If any items are missing or damaged, notify your authorized Toshiba representative or your network administrator immediately. For additional help, see “If Something Goes

Wrong” on page 203.

Finding Your Way Around

Making sure you have everything

Front with the display panel closed

Infrared port

System indicator panel

Wireless antenna on/off switch*

* functional only on systems with a

wireless module installed

The wireless antenna on/off switch (functional only on systems with a wireless module installed) lets you turn on a Wi-Fi Bluetooth

module on your system.

Display latch

The infrared port provides a cable-free connection for transferring data between your computer and another device, such as a printer or another computer that has a compatible infrared port.

The system indicator panel consists of several lights that provide information about various system functions. For more information, see “Indicator panel lights” on page 40.

Sliding the display latch opens the computer’s display panel. For more information, see “Keyboard and display features” on

page 37

Back

Finding Your Way Around

Making sure you have everything

Video-out port

Cooling vents

DC IN

USB 2.0 ports

RGB (monitor) port

DC IN—Lets you plug in the AC adapter.

Parallel port

Network port Modem port

USB 2.0 ports—The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports provide a connection for USB 2.0 peripherals.

DEFINITION: USB 2.0 is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data-transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. USB 2.0 peripherals have a single standard for cabling and connectors. USB 2.0 allows “hot swapping” of peripherals, which means that components may be plugged and unplugged while the computer is on.

Video-out port—Lets you connect your computer to an external video device such as a standard television set.

RGB (monitor) port—Lets you connect an external monitor or projector.

Parallel port—Lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel device.

Finding Your Way Around

Making sure you have everything

Modem port—Lets you connect the computer’s internal modem directly to a conventional telephone line. For more detailed information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba web site at toshiba.com.

Ether

Network port (RJ45 jack)—Provides access to a LAN via standard Ethernet

Cooling vents—Provide ventilation to keep the computer’s processor from overheating. The vents let the processor continue performing at its maximum speed.

Right side

Slim SelectBay®module—Lets you use one of several possible Slim SelectBay modules. The DVD-ROM drive is shown in place. For more information, see “Using Slim SelectBay® modules”

on page 150.

network cable.

CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the computer’s processor, make sure you do not block the cooling vent.

Speaker

Slim SelectBay module (DVD-ROM drive shown)

Speaker—Lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD, in addition to system alarms and audible warnings associated with your software.

Left side

Finding Your Way Around

Making sure you have everything

Speaker

Security lock slot

PC Card lock

SD® card slot

PC Card slots

Microphone jack

PC Card ejection buttons

Volume controli.LINK port

Headphone jack

Speaker—Lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD, in addition to system alarms and audible warnings associated with your software.

Security lock slot—Lets you attach the optional PORT-Noteworthy

Computer Lock cable to the computer to

secure it to a large, heavy object such as your desk.

i.Link port—Provides very fast data transfer rates of up to 400 mega bits per second (Mbps). You can connect up to 63 external devices to this port. For more information on i.LINK® ports, see

“Using the i.LINK® port” on page 159.

PC Card lock—Lets you secure your PC Cards in the slots. Slide the button to the right to lock the PC Cards. This lock mechanism can be secured in place using a computer lock. See “Using a

computer lock” on page 95.

PC Card slots—Let you connect PCMCIA-compatible devices to the computer. These slots can accommodate two Type I or Type II PC Cards, or one Type III PC Card. For more information, see

“Inserting and removing PC Cards” on page 154.

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

storage.

PC Card eject buttons—Allow easy removal of PC Cards.

Microphone jack—Lets you connect an external microphone or

other audio input device to the computer.

Headphone jack—Lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output devices, such as external speakers, to the computer. Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers.

Volume control—Lets you adjust the sound on your computer. To turn the volume up, turn the dial to the right. To turn the volume down, turn the dial to the left.

Underside

Finding Your Way Around

Making sure you have everything

card slot—Lets you insert SD® cards for additional data

Battery release

Memory

Slim SelectBay slot

module cover

Slim SelectBay release

Expansion port

Battery release—Locks the battery in place to prevent accidental removal.

Battery pack

Finding Your Way Around

Keyboard and display features

Battery pack—Lets you use your computer when a standard electrical outlet is not available. For further information about using the battery, see “Running the computer on battery power”

on page 110.

Slim SelectBay

which offer exceptional system flexibility. For more information, see “Using Slim SelectBay® modules” on page 150.

Slim SelectBay

secure in its compartment.

Expansion port—Lets you connect to an expansion device; provides additional expansion capability. For more information, see “Using an expansion device” on page 131.

Memory module cover—Lets you add more memory to your computer. For more information, see “Adding memory” on

page 52.

slot—One of several interchangeable devices

release—Keeps the Slim SelectBay® module

Keyboard and display features

Front with the display panel open

To view the front of the computer with the display panel open:

1 Locate the display latch on the front of the computer.

Releasing the display latch

2 Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel.

Finding Your Way Around

Keyboard and display features

Opening the display panel

3 Adjust the display panel to a comfortable viewing angle.

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, be careful when opening and closing it. Never force the panel beyond the point where it moves easily, and never use it to lift the computer.

Screen

Speaker

Power button

Caps Lock indicator

AccuPoint II pointing device

System indicator panel

Primary button

AccuPoint II buttons

Keyboard

CD/DVD buttons

Speaker

System buttons

Keyboard indicator panel

TouchPad

Secondary button

Finding Your Way Around

Keyboard and display features

Power button —The power button is used to turn on power to the computer. For more information, see “Different ways to turn the

computer on and off” on page 99.

Screen—The computer’s screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images.

Keyboard—The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. It has several built-in hot-key functions that turn system functions on and off. For more information on how to use the internal keyboard, see “Using the keyboard” on page 77. For information on using an external keyboard, see “Connecting

external (optional) devices” on page 124.

Keyboard indicator panel—These lights provide information about various keyboard functions. See “Keyboard indicator

panel lights” on page 41 for a description of the panel lights.

AccuPoint

function of a mouse with the convenience of never having to remove your hands from the keyboard. The AccuPoint II buttons (Primary and Secondary) work with the AccuPoint II pointing device. For further information, see “Using the AccuPoint II

pointing device” on page 58.

II pointing device—This device combines the

TouchPad—The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger.

System buttons—the system buttons provide quick

System indicator panel—These lights provide status information

about various system functions. See the following section for a description of each panel light.

Finding Your Way Around

Keyboard and display features

Indicator panel lights

This panel is located on the front of the computer.

AC power light—Glows green when the computer is connected to an AC power source.

On/off light—Indicates whether the computer is on, off, or in a Standby power down mode.

❖ Glows green when the computer is on.

❖ Flashes amber when you power down the computer using the

Standby command.

❖ May flash amber if the computer is overheating.

Main battery light—Indicates the status of the main battery.

❖ Flashes amber when you are running on battery power and the

battery charge is running low.

❖ Does not glow when you are running on battery power and

the battery charge is not running low.

❖ Glows amber when you are connected to AC power and the

battery is charging.

❖ Glows green when you are connected to AC power and the

battery is fully charged.

For more information, see “Safety Precautions” on page 111.

Hard disk drive light—Flashes to indicate that the hard disk is currently in use.

Finding Your Way Around

Keyboard and display features

Slim SelectBay indicator light—Indicates the status of a secondary battery in the Slim SelectBay, if installed.

❖ Glows amber when the battery is charging.

❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged.

❖ Does not glow if there is no battery in the Slim SelectBay.

Wireless indicator light—Glows amber when the wireless antenna on/off switch is in the on position.

Keyboard indicator panel lights

The keyboard indicator lights provide information about keyboard functions.

Cursor control light—Glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor as shown by the white arrow or command printed on the left front of the key instead of the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see “Using the overlay for cursor control”

on page 80.

Numlock light—Glows when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key produces the white number printed on the right front of the key instead of the letter printed on the top of the key. For more information, see “Using the overlay

to type numeric data” on page 80.

Finding Your Way Around

Keyboard and display features

System buttons

The three system buttons located above the keyboard and to the right of the CD/DVD buttons, provide quick access to the following functions/applications:

Internet button

System buttons

The Internet button launches your default Internet browser.

The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions.

The TV out button activates an external display device such as a TV when connected to the video out port.

TOSHIBA Console button

TV out button

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 computer.

Selecting a place to work

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

Creating a computer-friendly environment

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

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

❖ Dust, moisture and direct sunlight

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals

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

If the computer does not operate properly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba service representative or your network administrator.

❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such

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

❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of

temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. Operate the computer within

a temperature range of 41 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees to 35 degrees Celsius) 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. However, with a little care and proper use of the equipment, you can work comfortably throughout the day.

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

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

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

Placement of the computer

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

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

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

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

no higher than eye level.

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

as the screen.

Seating and posture

When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair. Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.

Below eye level

Approximately 90° angles

Footrest

Correct posture and positioning of the computer

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

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

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

If you are using a conventional chair:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lighting

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

❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight

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

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

shines directly into your eyes.

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

area.

Arms and wrists

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

a relaxed, neutral position while typing.

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

Work habits

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

❖ Take frequent, short breaks to change position, stretch your

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

❖ Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.

Intersperse such activities with other tasks.

❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods

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

Other precautions

Getting Started

Other precautions

Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of portability. However, you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

CAUTION: Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or cause your computer to malfunction.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

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

Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for lengthy periods of time.

Setting up your computer

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

“Setting up your software” on page 62 before adding

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

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

To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See “Connecting to a power source” on page 49.

To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet account, you must be connected to the Internet using a modem or LAN.

Before adding any of these devices to the computer, be sure to complete “Setting up your software” on page 62.

After setting up your computer, you may want to:

❖ Add more memory

❖ Connect a mouse

❖ Connect a full-size keyboard

❖ Connect an external monitor

❖ Connect a local printer

❖ Install PC Cards

❖ Connect a port replicator

Connecting to a power source

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

Sample power cable and AC adapter

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

AC adapter

Power cable

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

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

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

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

To connect AC power to the computer:

1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.

Connecting the power cable to a sample AC adapter

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

computer.

Connecting a sample AC adapter to the computer

3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.

If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( ) glows green.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

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

❖ Amber while the battery is charging

❖ Green when the battery is fully charged

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

on page 203 for troubleshooting information.

DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, 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 power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

Charging the battery

Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge it.

To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged in to an AC power source for at least three hours with the computer turned off. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer.

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 time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery.

Getting Started

Adding memory

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

toshiba.com.

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

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

M10/M15 Series computer comes with

Installing a memory module

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

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

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

toshiba.com.

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

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

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

The Turn off computer window appears.

Getting Started

Adding memory

2 Click Tu r n O f f.

The operating system turns off the computer.

3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer.

4 Remove the battery.

5 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to

locate the expansion memory slot cover to the memory slot.

Memory module cover

Locating the memory slot cover

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

screws that secure the memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover.

Removing the memory module cover

Getting Started

Adding memory

7 Put the screws and the cover in a safe place 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 discharge any static electricity you may have built up.

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

8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic

packaging.

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

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

10 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 into the slot

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

11 Replace the cover plate and the screws.

12 Turn the computer over and restart it.

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

If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in

“Checking total memory” on page 56.

Removing a memory module

If you need to remove a memory module:

Getting Started

Adding memory

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

down the computer and open the memory module cover.

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

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

The following message appears when you turn on the power:

Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue

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

Getting Started

Adding memory

2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.

The memory module pops partially out of the slot.

Pulling the clips away from the memory module

3 Carefully remove the module from the slot.

4 Replace the cover plate and screws.

5 Turn the computer over and restart it.

Checking total memory

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

1 Click Start, then click Control Panel.

2 Click Performance and Maintenance.

3 Click System.

4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total

memory.

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

“Installing a memory module” on page 52.

Turning on the computer

The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.

Opening the display panel

1 Slide the display latch to the right.

2 Lift the display panel.

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel.

Turning on the power

To turn on the computer:

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

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

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2 Check to ensure that all drives are empty.

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

system indicator panel glows green—about one second.

Turning on the power

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Using the AccuPoint II

For the meaning of each light on the system indicator panel, see “Indicator panel lights” on page 40.

4 The preinstalled operating system will load automatically.

CAUTION: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely.

pointing device

Using the AccuPoint II® pointing device

The button in the middle of the keyboard is the AccuPoint II® pointing device. Together with the primary and secondary AccuPoint II buttons, it provides the same functionality as a mouse — it enables you to move the cursor and to select items on the screen.

Together, the AccuPoint II and TouchPad are named the Dual Point device.

Primary button

Dual Point pointing system

AccuPoint II pointing device

Primary AccuPoint II button

Secondary AccuPoint II button

To uc hP ad

Secondary button

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Using the TouchPad™

HINT: If you would rather use a mouse or trackball, you can connect one to the computer’s USB ports. For information, see “Using a mouse” on page 125.

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

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

The secondary button acts as the second (typically right) mouse button. The function of the secondary AccuPoint II button depends on the program you are using. Check your program’s documentation to determine whether it uses the right mouse button.

Using the TouchPad

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

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

forward on the TouchPad.

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

toward yourself.

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

finger across the TouchPad from left to right.

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

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Using the TouchPad™

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

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

Scrolling with the TouchPad

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

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

Control buttons

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

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

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Using the TouchPad™

Disabling or enabling the Dual Point Device

The Dual Point Device is enabled by default. To change the enable/disable Dual Point setting:

1 Click Start, Control Panel.

The Control Panel window appears.

2 Click Printers and Other Hardware.

3 Click Mouse Properties.

The Mouse Properties window appears.

4 Click the Dual Pointing Device tab.

The Dual Point Device tab view window appears.

5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate.

6 Click Apply.

7 Click OK.

The Mouse Properties window closes.

Also on this tab are “Detailed Settings” and “Easy Setup Wizard.”

❖ Clicking on the “Detailed Settings” button lets you view the

current settings, set your own custom setting, and create and save a profile of your own custom settings for AccuPoint II and TouchPad devices.

❖ Clicking on the “Easy Setup Wizard” button starts a wizard

that walks you through the customization process. It presents you with a choice of six predefined templates. You select one of these templates and either use it as is or customize it to suit your needs.

8 Click on the Easy Setup Wizard.

9 Click on Detailed Settings.

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10 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window.

11 Close the Control Panel window.

Setting up your software

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

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

Wizard.

2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License

Agreement and click Next.

3 Enter the computer name and description, and click Next or

Skip.

The computer will pause for a moment while checking for an internet connection.

A window will display the message: “An Internet connection could not be chosen.”

4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue.

NOTE: To register online, your computer’s modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line.

A window will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft.

5 Click Ye s to register, or No to exit the process.

NOTE: If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop.

6 Enter your personal information in the registration window.

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Registering your computer with Toshiba

7 Enter your name and click Finish to complete the process.

Your computer restarts automatically.

Registering your computer with Toshiba

To register your computer with Toshiba at a time later than when you first start your computer, you may also click on the desktop icon to do so electronically.

Setting up other devices

You may want to take this time to set up your printer. For more information, see “Setting up your printer” on page 127.

Turning off the computer

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

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

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

❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the Windows XP

Home version operating system, or the Windows Professional operating system when not connected to a domain server.

❖ Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows

XP Professional operating system and are connected to a domain server.

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Turning off the computer

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

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

❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, you can use the

Windows Turn Off command when not connected to a domain server or the Shut down when connected to a domain server instead.

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

computer” on page 99.

Closing the display panel

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

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

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

will automatically turn off until you open it again.

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

notify you that it is still on.

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

either: Nothing, Standby, Hibernate, or Turn Off (see

“Enabling Hibernation” on page 177).

Using external display devices

Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect three different types of external display devices to one of two available video ports:

❖ A television via the video-out port.

TECHNICAL NOTE: In the Windows®XP operating system, you don’t need an Internet connection to watch cable or broadcast TV, but you must purchase a compatible TV tuner card.

❖ A video display device, such as a video projection unit, via the

video-out port.

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

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

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Connecting the display device

If you’re connecting a television or other video display device to the computer’s video-out port, first refer to “Selecting video cables” below for guidelines on choosing a video cable, then refer to “Connecting to the video-out port” below.

If you’re connecting an SVGA monitor, skip to “Connecting an

external monitor or projector” on page 67.

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Using external display devices

Selecting video cables

To connect a device to the video-out port, you’ll need to purchase a composite video cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable.

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

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

Connecting to the video-out port

NOTE: Video cables are not included with your computer. To connect a device to the video-out port, you will need to purchase a composite video cable.

To connect the device:

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

device.

Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its video-in port.

2 Connect the other end of the video cable to the video-out port

on the left side of the computer.

3 Turn on the external video device.

4 Set the display mode by pressing

Display Properties settings. For more information, see

“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” on page 67.

Fn + F5, or by setting the

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Using external display devices

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

Connecting an external monitor or projector

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

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

on the back of the computer.

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

3 Turn on the external device.

4 Set the display mode by pressing

Display Properties settings.

Fn + F5, or by setting the

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

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

1 Press

2 While holding down

Fn and F5 simultaneously.

Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the setting

you want takes effect.

This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order:

❖ Built-in display only

❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously

❖ External monitor only

Fn + F5):

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Using external display devices

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

simultaneously (only when in dual controller mode)

❖ TV (or other external video device) only

3 Release the

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

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

For more information on switching the display output, see

“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” on page 67.

Fn key.

Adjusting the quality of the external display

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

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

Video limitations

Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to the capabilities of the external video device.

❖ If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is

capable of displaying at a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 and your system is set for a higher resolution, only part of the desktop will appear on the screen. You can view the “lost” area by scrolling to it.

❖ Since most televisions and video projectors overscan by 15 to

20 percent, some of the desktop will be outside the viewing area. You can view the edge of the desktop by scrolling to it.

❖ If you use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the display

output with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the display area (resolution) set to 800 x 600, the image on the internal display panel may appear stretched.

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Using an external keyboard

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

NOTE: To use the alternate Fn key functions from Hardware Setup, the computer must be docked and a PS/2 keyboard must be connected to the docking port.

CAUTION: When connecting any device, turn off your computer to prevent any possible hardware damage.

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Using a mouse

Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key

An external keyboard does not have the Fn key contained on the Satellite Pro you use the computer’s hot keys or have set up key combinations in Fn-esse external keyboard. Don’t worry: you can use a key combination on the external keyboard to emulate the key combination through the Windows Control Panel Toshiba HWSetup icon. For more information about Hardware Setup, see

“Toshiba Hardware Settings” on page 173.

, you will probably miss these features when using an

Using a mouse

You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built-in Dual Point pointing device. You can use a USB-compatible mouse.

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

M10/M15 Series computer’s built-in keyboard. If

Fn key. You can set up this

ESC or Windows key to return it to its

Connecting a local printer

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

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Connecting a local printer

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

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

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

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

These instructions assume you have a parallel printer. If you have a USB printer, consult the document that came with your printer.

To connect the printer:

1 If the computer is on, turn it off.

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

parallel port. Use the printer cable illustration as a connection guide.

To the computer

Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable

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

To the printer

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Connecting an optional external diskette drive

4 See your printer documentation for additional configuration

steps.

NOTE: Some printers use USB to connect.

For more information on setting up your printer, see “Using a

printer” on page 126.

For more information on getting your printer to print, see

“Printing your work” on page 86.

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

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

An optional external USB diskette drive

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

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Connecting external speakers or headphones

Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive

Connecting external speakers or headphones

To attach an external stereo output device:

1 Locate the headphone jack on the front of the computer.

2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the

external audio device into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 3.5 mm 16-ohm stereo jack.

When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled. For more information, refer to

page 32.

Connecting a microphone

To record high-quality sounds, you can attach a microphone:

1 Locate the microphone jack on the front of the computer.

2 Plug the microphone cord into the microphone jack.

3 Turn on the microphone.

NOTE: There is a microphone Set Up Wizard located in the Control Panel under the Sound Max control panel.

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Using an optional expansion device

For more information, see “Recording sounds” on page 148.

Using an optional expansion device

The optional expansion port allows you to connect your computer to an optional expansion device, which is an excellent investment if you’re using your computer both in and out of the office.

When you return to your desk, you probably want to connect to your network, print reports from your computer, or use a mouse instead of the AccuPoint II. Connecting cables for each of these devices every time you return to the office is time-consuming and inconvenient.

With an expansion device, you can leave external devices connected while you are using your computer away from your desk. When you return, you can quickly connect your computer and have immediate access to all the devices.

Toshiba offers a port replicator for the Satellite Pro Series.

M10/M15

If you connect a 2-button USB mouse or a 3-button USB mouse to an optional Port Replicator, the mouse cursor may move erratically on your Windows desktop after hot-docking the computer. If this occurs, wait a few seconds until the mouse cursor becomes stable. After the mouse stabilizes, you can use the mouse properly.

For more information, see the documentation that comes with the device, or visit

toshiba.com.

Chapter 3

Learning the Basics

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

Computing tips

❖ Save your work frequently.

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

See “Saving your work” on page 84 for further information.

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

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Computing tips

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

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

It’s easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.

❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to

conserve disk space and improve performance.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

❖ This precaution is especially important for files you receive

via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain.

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

a drive is active.

Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off computer

command or Standby command. See “Powering down the

computer” on page 99 to learn more about Standby.

NOTE: The Windows®XP operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its

shutdown procedure. If you do not let the Windows

operating system shut down normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.

Using the keyboard

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Using the keyboard

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

Keyboard

Character keys

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

❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing

over an area of the page.

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

interchangeable.

❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not

interchangeable.

keys, providing all the

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard

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

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

Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the

Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys;

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Using the keyboard

Your computer’s keyboard has only one Most of the time, this doesn’t matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left the regular and numeric pad Using the

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

Fn key you can simulate these separate keys, as follows:

right side of the enhanced keyboard.

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

the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard.

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Ctrl

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

The

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

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

Function keys

Enter and one Ctrl key.

Ctrl and Alt keys, or to

Enter keys on the full-sized keyboard.

Alt

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

The function keys

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute

programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with

Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific

the functions on the computer.

Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more

information, see “Fn-esse®” on page 163, or “Hot Keys” on

page 239.

Windows special keys

The Windows special keys

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

❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu

❖ Application key—Has the same function as the secondary

mouse (or AccuPoint II) button

Overlay keys

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

Start key

Application key

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Using the keyboard

Numeric and cursor control overlay

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Using the keyboard

Using the overlay to type numeric data

The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys.

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

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

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

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

type the letters.

To use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on:

❖ Press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control

overlay keys.

❖ To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift.

To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out.

Fn and F11 simultaneously.

Fn key and press F11

Using the overlay for cursor control

The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are the cursor control overlay keys.

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

To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on:

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

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

type the letters.

Fn and F10

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Starting a program

To use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on:

❖ Hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys.

❖ To return to the cursor control overlay, release Shift.

To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the press

F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard

indicator panel goes out.

Starting a program

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

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

❖ Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop

❖ Use the Start menu

❖ Use Windows

program file

❖ Use the Run dialog box

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

Fn key and

Explorer.

Explorer or My Computer to locate the

Starting a program from the Start menu

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

1 Click Start, then point to All Programs.

WordPad program as an example:

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Starting a program

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

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

The Accessories menu is displayed.

3 Click the program, in this example, Wor dP ad .

WordPad opens.

To close the program, click the Close button in the upperright corner of the program’s window.

XP operating system displays the All

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

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

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

1 Click Start, then point to All Programs.

2 Click Accessories.

3 Click Windows Explorer.

4 Click My Computer, to expand it.

5 In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double-click

the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files.

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

Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view

Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files

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Starting a program

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

7 Click Accessories.

Windows folder on the right side of the window.

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

The operating system opens WordPad.

To close the program, click the Close button in the upperright corner of the program’s window.

Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

This example uses the Run command to start WordPad:

1 Click Start, then click Run.

The Run dialog box appears.

Sample Run dialog box

2 In the Run dialog box:

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

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

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

OK.

folder, type just the

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Saving your work

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

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

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

Saving your work

Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important rules of computing.

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

Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is a good idea to get in the habit of saving frequently.

Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your program’s documentation to see if it has an automatic save feature.

Saving files

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

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

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Saving your work

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

A sample Save As dialog box

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

stored.

3 Type a file name, then click Save.

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

The Windows up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some applications still require MS-DOS

XP operating system supports file names of

file names.

File names

If you plan to share your files with a computer using a preWindows name must be no more than eight characters long. Typically the file name also has an extension, consisting of a period and up to three additional characters.

95 version of the Windows® operating system, the file

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Printing your work

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

Using a file extension

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

Word file. Creating your own extension is usually

Printing your work

Ensure the operating system is set up for your printer as described in “Using a printer” on page 126.

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

Word saves files with a .doc extension.

file

To print a file:

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

2 Open the File menu of your Windows

Print.

The program displays a Print dialog box.

program and click

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Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive

A sample Print dialog box

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

and number of copies to print.

4 Click Print.

Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive

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

For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVD-ROM drive or Multifunction drive.

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Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive

If a DVD-ROM drive or Multifunction drive is not currently installed in the Slim SelectBay, follow the instructions in “Using

Slim SelectBay® modules” on page 150.

HINT: Your DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive is designed to play Region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs.

Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole

Sample DVD-ROM drive shown

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

Eject button—Press to release the disc tray.

CAUTION: Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the Drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.

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

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

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CD/DVD control buttons

The control buttons above the computer keyboard enable you to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on.

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CD/DVD

Digital audio

CD/DVD control buttons above the keyboard

The CD/DVD button launches the appropriate media player for the media inserted in the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive (Windows Media Player for audio CDs and WinDVD for DVD movies), and begins to play the audio CD or DVD movie.

If the computer power is off and the button is pressed, the computer starts, and after the operating system is loaded, the appropriate media player launches, and starts to play the audio CD or DVD movie.

The Digital audio button launches the appropriate media player for digital audio files, to play digital music formats such as MP3.

The previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc.

The play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if

currently playing.

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

track

Play/Pause

Stop/Eject

Next track

The next track button skips to the following track on the disc.

You can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject button twice.

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Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive

Inserting compact discs

To insert a compact disc into the drive:

1 Make sure the computer is turned on.

2 Make sure the in-use indicator light is off.

3 Press the drive’s eject button.

The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch).

HINT: The drive will not open if the computer’s power is off.

4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.

The drive tray fully extended

5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust.

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

or DVDs Discs” on page 92.

6 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up.

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Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive

Positioning the disc in the drive

7 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until you feel it

click into place.

CAUTION: Handle DVDs and CDs carefully, making contact

only with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Do not stack discs. If you incorrectly handle the

discs, you could lose data.

8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying

flat on the tray.

CAUTION: If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact your Toshiba support for assistance.

9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the

tray until it clicks into place.

You are ready to use the disc.

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Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive

Removing compact discs

To remove a compact disc (CD or DVD) with the computer turned on:

1 Press the eject button on the drive.

CAUTION: Do not press the eject button while the in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

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

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

in its protective cover.

3 Gently push the tray in to close it.

To remove a compact disc with the computer turned off:

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

the manual eject hole.

2 Gently pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc,

and place it in its protective cover.

3 Gently push the tray in to close it.

Caring for CDs or DVDs Discs

❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them

from scratches and keep them clean.

❖ Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.

❖ Do not apply a label to, or otherwise mar the surface of a disc.

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

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

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

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

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

Using PC Cards

TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later). Other cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use.

For information on inserting or removing a PC Card, see

“Inserting and removing PC Cards” on page 154.

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Using PC Cards

Hot swapping

With PC Cards, you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.”

Hot swapping precautions

Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, remember not to remove a card while it is in use. Otherwise, you could lose valuable information. For example:

❖ Do not remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing

it.

❖ Do not remove a network card while you are connected to a

network.

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Using SD

❖ Do not remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices

connected to it are operating.

Before removing a PC Card, stop it by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove.

(Secure Digital) cards

Using SD® (Secure Digital) cards

If you do not already have a SD card inserted in the computer, you may do so following the procedures outlined in “Inserting an

SD®card” on page 158.

Important: Do not use the Copy Disk function for SD cards. In order to copy data from one SD card to another, use the following procedure:

1 Format the target SD card in the same format as the source SD

card.

2 Insert the source SD card.

3 Create a temporary folder on the hard disk drive.

4 Copy the contents of the source SD card into the temporary

folder you created in step 3.

5 Remove the source SD card.

6 Insert the target SD card created in step 1.

7 Copy the file contents from the temporary folder to the target

SD card.

8 Eject the target SD card.

NOTE: MMC cards (multimedia cards) do not work in this slot.

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Using your computer at the office

By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. If you are using an external keyboard and want to use the function keys, refer to “Making your external

keyboard emulate the Fn key” on page 70.

An external monitor or projector connects to the RGB (monitor) port.

Any USB device can connect to the USB ports.

NOTE: To use the alternate Fn key functions from Hardware Setup, the computer must be docked and a PS/2 keyboard must be connected to the docking port.

Using a computer lock

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

PORT-Noteworthy

To secure the computer:

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

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

2 Pass the locking end through the loop.

Computer Lock Cable

Computer

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Caring for your computer

3 Slide the PC Card lock (located underneath the PC Card slots)

to secure your PC Cards in place.

4 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on the

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

The computer is now securely locked.

Locking the computer

Caring for your computer

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

“Running the computer on battery power” on page 110.

Cleaning the computer

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

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

Moving the computer

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

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

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

toshiba.com.

Backing up your work

Your computer comes with Recovery CDs that enable you to reinstall software that was preinstalled. These CDs can be used to install or reinstall particular Toshiba applications, utilities, and drivers. Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. If you have a network partition, you can hold copies of your files there.

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Backing up your work

Alternatively, you can back up your files to diskette one at a time as you are working on them.

To back up several files at one time, use the Microsoft backup program preinstalled on the computer’s hard disk.

Complete information on the backup program is in the online Help and your Windows

documentation.

Windows®

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Preparing for communications

HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk takes a considerable amount of time and many diskettes. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external tape drive.

Restoring your work

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

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

Preparing for communications

To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need:

❖ A modem (supplied with your computer)

❖ A telephone line

❖ A browser or communications program

❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or an online service if you

plan to use the Internet

Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade telephone line. See “Connecting to a power source”

on page 49 for details.

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Different ways to turn the computer on and off

Instead of turning on your computer by pressing the power button, you can:

❖ Set the computer to turn on automatically at a time you

designate. This option is helpful for transferring files by modem at night. You can set the computer to turn on and send or receive the files while you are asleep. This option is called Auto Power On.

❖ Turn the computer on and off by opening and closing the

display panel. This option is a convenient way to turn on the power, and prevents you from closing the display panel while the computer is on. This option is called Panel Power On/Off.

NOTE: Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows work. Make sure the system indicator panel’s disk light and the drive-in-use light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/or drive.

operating system could cause you to lose your

Powering down the computer

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

When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off Computer, Standby, and Hibernation.

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Powering down the computer

You can set the computer to turn on automatically at a time you designate. This option is helpful for transferring files by modem at night. You can set the computer to turn on and send or receive the files while you are asleep. This option is called Auto Power On.

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

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

Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down

For the Windows XP Home operating system, follow these steps to shut down the computer:

1 Click Start, select Turn off computer.

The Turn off computer dialog box appears.

Sample Turn off computer Windows dialog box

2 Click Turn O f f.

The computer shuts down completely.

For the Windows steps to shut down the computer:

1 Click the Start button, then Shut down.

XP Professional operating system, follow these

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Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other icons used

Other documentation

Service options

Making sure you have everything

Front with the display panel closed

Back

Right side

Left side

Underside

Keyboard and display features

Front with the display panel open

Indicator panel lights

Keyboard indicator panel lights

System buttons

Selecting a place to work

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Other precautions

Setting up your computer

Connecting to a power source

Adding memory

Installing a memory module

Removing a memory module

Turning on the computer

Opening the display panel

Turning on the power

Using the AccuPoint II® pointing device

Using the TouchPad™

Control buttons

Disabling or enabling the Dual Point Device

Setting up your software

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Setting up other devices

Turning off the computer

Closing the display panel

Using external display devices

Connecting the display device

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Adjusting the quality of the external display

Video limitations

Using an external keyboard

Using a mouse

Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key

Connecting a local printer

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

Connecting external speakers or headphones

Connecting a microphone

Using an optional expansion device

Computing tips

Using the keyboard

Character keys

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Function keys

Windows special keys

Overlay keys

Starting a program

Starting a program from the Start menu

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

Saving your work

Printing your work

Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive

CD/DVD control buttons

Inserting compact discs

Removing compact discs

Caring for CDs or DVDs Discs

Using PC Cards

Hot swapping

Using SD® (Secure Digital) cards

Using your computer at the office

Using a computer lock