Page 1 Portégé M200/M205 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 190 in this guide.
Page 2 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...
Page 3 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 ®...
Page 4: Fcc Requirements
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.
Page 5 If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273.
Page 6 provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm...
Page 7 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: ❖...
Page 8: Regulatory Information
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.
Page 9 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...
Page 10 Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
Page 11 Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Page 12 Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
Page 13: Device Authorization
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...
Page 14: Radio Approvals For Wireless Devices
Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only Radio approvals for wireless devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in...
Page 15 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than Belgique: 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.
Page 16 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community 5150-5250 MHz 5250-5350 MHz...
Page 17 ❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point. ❖ This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands.
Page 18 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada ® Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
Page 19: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
Sweden Switzerland Thailand Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
Page 20 Always use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for...
Page 21: Regulatory Statements
community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization.
Page 22 The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Page 23 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.
Page 24 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916...
Page 25 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
Page 26 ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Alliance. Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/ Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.
Page 27 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.
Page 28: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ...............37 This guide ...............38 Safety icons ............38 Other icons used..........40 Other documentation ..........40 Service options ............40 Chapter 1: Getting Started..........42 Selecting a place to work ........42 Creating a computer-friendly environment..42 Keeping yourself comfortable ......43 Other precautions ...........46 Important information on your computer’s cooling fan ..........47 Setting up your computer ........48 Removing a memory module......52...
Page 29 Your computer’s features and specifications ..61 Turning on the power........61 Using the TouchPad™........62 Setting up your software........65 Registering your computer with Toshiba ..66 Using your computer in tablet mode....66 Setting up a printer ...........68 Customizing your computer’s settings....69 Powering off the computer ........70 Closing the display panel ........70...
Page 30 Connecting to the Internet ........88 Surfing the Internet...........89 Internet features..........89 Uploading and downloading files from the Internet ..........90 Toshiba’s online resources ........90 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing ........91 Toshiba’s energy-saver design........91 Running the computer on battery power ....91 Battery Notice ...........92 Maximizing battery life ........93...
Page 31 Contents Determining remaining battery power....99 What to do when the battery runs low ....99 Conserving battery power ........100 Setting a power usage mode......101 Using battery alarms..........102 Setting battery alarms........102 Turning off the display automatically ....103 Enabling the screen saver .......103 Changing the battery..........104 Removing the battery from the computer ..105 Inserting a charged battery ......107...
Page 32 Contents Using the Toshiba tablet pen......122 Returning the computer to its original configuration..........123 Using PC Cards.............123 Inserting a PC Card .........124 Removing a PC Card ........124 Hot swapping PC Cards ........125 Using an optional SD™ card .........126 Installing SD™ card drivers......126 Installing the SD™card in the SD slot .....126...
Page 33 Starting again from Hibernation......154 Using Standby ............154 Going into Standby mode more quickly ..155 Starting again from Standby ......158 Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities ........159 Fn-esse ..............160 Starting Fn-esse..........160 Assigning a key to a program or document ..161 Viewing existing key assignments ....163 Changing or removing existing key assignments ..........164...
Page 34 Security............166 Power Management ........166 Toshiba Hardware Setup.........168 The Toshiba Rotation Utility........170 Cross Menu Utility ..........173 TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility .....175 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility........176 TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility......177 Chapter 7: Keeping Your Files Safe ......179 ® Using passwords in the Windows operating system ...........179...
Page 35 DVD operating problems........215 Develop good computing habits ......217 If you need further assistance.......219 Before you call ..........219 Contacting Toshiba .........219 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ......220 Toshiba’s worldwide offices........221 Appendix A: Hot Keys..........223 Volume Mute ............223 Password security ..........223 Without a password ........223 With a password ..........224...
Page 36 Contents Europe ............230 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer..........231 Getting Started............232 Starting ConfigFree .........232 ConfigFree Utilities..........233 Connectivity Doctor ........233 Search for Wireless Devices ......236 Profile Settings ..........238 Quick Connect..........240 Using the Automatic Switch........243 Semi-Automatic Switch Feature ......244 Glossary ..............
Page 37: Introduction
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go. ® ® You will find that your Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating system is already installed on your...
Page 38: This Guide
Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Page 39 Introduction Safety icons the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Page 40: Other Icons Used
Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and...
Page 41 Introduction Service options for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 190.
Page 42: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and location Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for...
Page 43: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact your Toshiba service representative or your network administrator. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.
Page 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries: ❖ 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.
Page 45 Getting Started Selecting a place to work 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.
Page 46: Other Precautions
Getting Started Other precautions 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.
Page 47: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
Getting Started Other precautions off overnight to give it time to dry out before you use it again. ❖ If a drive-in-use light indicates the drive is being accessed, does not turn off the computer. Powering off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive or both.
Page 48: Setting Up Your Computer
Getting Started Setting up your computer The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. NOTE Setting up your computer Your computer contains a rechargeable battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter.
Page 49: Installing A Memory Module
BIOS memory check. A message may display. If this occurs, contact Toshiba’s support center at (800) 457-7777. Since your computer was built to order, it should have enough memory to run your current applications. However, if your requirements change, you can install extra memory.
Page 50 Getting Started Setting up your computer If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step If the computer is on, click Start, Turn Off Computer. The Turn off computer window appears. Click Turn Off. The operating system turns off the computer. Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer.
Page 51 Getting Started Setting up your computer Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the screw that secures the memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover. Removing the memory slot cover screws Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later.
Page 52: Removing A Memory Module
Getting Started Setting up your computer Inserting the memory module Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems. Replace the memory slot cover. Replace the screw and tighten it. Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you removed.
Page 53: Connecting An External Usb Mouse
Getting Started Setting up your computer Removing the memory module Carefully remove the module from the slot. Replace the memory slot cover and the screw. Restart the computer. Connecting an external USB mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer’s built-in pointing device.
Page 54: Connecting An External Usb Keyboard
Getting Started Setting up your computer Connecting a USB mouse The operating system automatically detects the mouse. The mouse and TouchPad can be used at the same time. Connecting an external USB keyboard You can attach an external standard keyboard to a USB port on your computer, provided the keyboard is USB-compatible.
Page 55: Connecting The Modem
WAN, consult your network administrator. ❖ Send a fax directly from your computer. For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com Connecting to a phone line Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line.
Page 56: Connecting To A Network
Getting Started Setting up your computer Connecting to a wall jack The modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line. Never connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem. Now you’re ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet.
Page 57 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.
Page 58 Getting Started Setting up your computer To connect AC power to the computer: Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter. Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter cord Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 59: Connecting Other External Devices
Getting Started Setting up your computer The battery light: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged. ❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power, see “Monitoring battery power”...
Page 60: Using The Computer For The First Time
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time For information on connecting devices, see “Setting up your computer” on page Opening the display panel Press the display release button. Lift the display panel. 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.
Page 61: Your Computer's Features And Specifications
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the NOTE computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
Page 62: Using The Touchpad
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Slide the power lock button down, and then slide the power button to the right and hold it until the on/off light on the system indicator panel glows green—about one second. Never turn off the computer while any of the drives is in use.
Page 63 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time ❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to left. Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display NOTE screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction.
Page 64 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Click Mouse Properties. The Mouse Properties window appears. Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab. The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears. Sample Mouse Properties window Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. Click Apply.
Page 65: Setting Up Your Software
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the Cross-Functional button The Cross-Functional button is located on the front of the display (the first left button) and can be used to move the cursor as well as making selections by pressing it. While in Primary Landscape mode, you can use NOTE FN + Spacebar to change the screen resolution on the fly;...
Page 66: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba
If you opt not to register at that time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba web site at www.register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.
Page 67 By simply rotating and folding the screen over the keyboard, your system is ready to use in tablet mode, with the included Toshiba tablet pen. When rotating LCD screen of your computer, be sure to slowly turn the screen in the proper direction, and not apply excessive force or speed.
Page 68: Setting Up A Printer
Cross Menu application which allows you to make Hot Key assignments, access other Toshiba utilities, and create your own custom menus. For details on using Symbol Commander, refer to the online help with the application. For details on using the Cross Menu, refer to “Cross Menu Utility”...
Page 69: Customizing Your Computer's Settings
Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see “Turning off the display automatically” on page 103. There are additional custom settings you can choose. See “Toshiba Utilities” on page 159.
Page 70: Powering Off The Computer
Getting Started Powering off the computer Powering off the computer It’s a good idea to power 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 battery.
Page 71: Different Ways To Turn The Computer On And Off
Caring for your computer ❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer will beep to notify you that it is still on. See “Toshiba Hardware Setup” on page 168. ❖ If you have an action feature set, the computer will perform that action (Nothing, Standby, Hibernate).
Page 72: Moving The Computer
Getting Started Caring for your computer To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your network administrator 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-in-use light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.
Page 73: Chapter 2: Learning The Basics
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter lists computing tips and provides important information about the system’s basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work temporarily stays in the computer’s memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working.
Page 74: Using The Keyboard
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ❖ Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
Page 75: Character Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ❖...
Page 76: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard has only one and one key. Enter Ctrl Most of the time this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl keys, or to the regular and numeric pad keys on Enter the full-sized keyboard.
Page 77: Windows ® Special Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Hot keys When used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons run programmed functions specific to your computer. For more information, see “Hot Keys” on page 223. ® Windows special keys Start key Application key ®...
Page 78 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard ∗ & ∗ Home PgUp PgDn > Numeric and cursor control overlay 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 simultaneously.
Page 79: Starting A Program
Learning the Basics Starting a program To turn off the numeric overlay, hold down the key and press again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out. Using the cursor control overlay To turn on the cursor control overlay, press simultaneously.
Page 80: Saving Your Work
Learning the Basics Saving your work ❖ Use the Start menu ® ❖ Use Windows Explorer to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box For more information, see Help and Support in the Start menu. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette.
Page 81: Printing Your Work
Learning the Basics Printing your work Printing your work ® Verify that the Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating system is set up for your printer as described in “Setting up a printer” on page TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it.
Page 82: Copying Documents To A Diskette
Learning the Basics Using diskettes Copying documents to a diskette Diskettes provide an easy means of transferring files from one computer to another. Copying a file to a diskette also gives you a backup copy in case something happens to the original on your hard disk.
Page 83: Taking Care Of Diskettes
Learning the Basics Backing up your work Taking care of diskettes To protect the data stored on your diskettes: ❖ Store your diskettes in their boxes or other containers to protect them and keep them clean. ❖ Keep diskettes at room temperature and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight.
Page 84: Restoring Your Work
Learning the Basics Restoring your work Sample Backup or Restore Wizard window Follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring your work You can also use the Backup or Restore Wizard to restore information from your backup media to your hard disk. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk.
Page 85: Setting Up For Communications
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications To access the Windows Media Player, click Start, then click Windows Media Player. Fast forward Rewind Play Volume Stop control Previous track Next track Mute Sample Windows Media Player screen With your pointing device, use the Windows Media Player screen as you would an audio control panel.
Page 86: Connecting Your Computer To A Network
Learning the Basics Setting up for communications ❖ 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.
Page 87: An Overview Of Using The Internet
Learning the Basics An overview of using the Internet An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖...
Page 88: Internet Service Providers
Learning the Basics An overview of using the Internet Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection.
Page 89: Surfing The Internet
Learning the Basics An overview of using the Internet Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address.
Page 90: Uploading And Downloading Files From The Internet
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data. Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades.
Page 91: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling.
Page 92: Battery Notice
Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully discharged.
Page 93: Maximizing Battery Life
Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery: ❖ At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below: Turn off the computer’s power.
Page 94: Using Additional Batteries
Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity.
Page 95: Charging Batteries
Mobile Computing Charging batteries ❖ When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click when it is seated properly. ❖ Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could explode. Charging batteries The battery and replacement batteries needs to be charged before you can use them to power the computer.
Page 96: Charging The Rtc Battery
Charging batteries Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the NOTE applications, power management settings, and features used. Use only the battery charger supplied by Toshiba for use with NOTE your computer’s batteries. The battery light ( ) glows amber while the battery is being charged, and glows green when it is fully charged.
Page 97: Using A Battery Charger
Mobile Computing Charging batteries BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS) CHECK SYSTEM The above error message may vary by computer model. NOTE The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date, or stop working.
Page 98: Monitoring Battery Power
Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your computer and its batteries. You can order a Toshiba battery charger through the accessories information sheet or Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 99: Determining Remaining Battery Power
Click Start, then click Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery.
Page 100: Conserving Battery Power
Where you are working—since operating time decreases at low temperatures. Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before having to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into several preset power usage modes.
Page 101: Setting A Power Usage Mode
Mobile Computing Conserving battery power Setting a power usage mode Toshiba recommends that you use the Toshiba Power NOTE Management Utility for changing system power settings. Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon.
Page 102: Using Battery Alarms
Standby mode or Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the alarm goes off. To set an alarm or alarms: Click Start, Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.
Page 103: Turning Off The Display Automatically
Mobile Computing Turning off the display automatically Click the Setup Action tab and set the alarm(s), as desired. Turning off the display automatically To save power, it’s a good idea to set the display to turn off automatically when you’re not using the computer. You can do this in several ways: ❖...
Page 104: Changing The Battery
Mobile Computing Changing the battery Sample Display Properties window with Screen Saver tab displayed In the section labeled Screen Saver, select the screen saver of your choice. In the Wait window, click the up and down buttons to set the number of minutes of inactivity before the display turns off automatically.
Page 105: Removing The Battery From The Computer
Mobile Computing Changing the battery Removing the battery from the computer When handling batteries, do not drop or knock them. Also be careful not to damage the casing or short-circuit the terminals. To remove the battery: Save your work. Shut down and turn off the computer. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
Page 106 Mobile Computing Changing the battery Push the release latch up. Releasing the battery Insert a fingertip in the battery pack recessed area. Pulling up the battery Pull the discharged battery module out of the computer. Removing the discharged battery...
Page 107: Inserting A Charged Battery
Mobile Computing Changing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries safely” on page 107. Inserting a charged battery Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection.
Page 108: Traveling Tips
❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords/cables, diskettes, etc. See your dealer for more information.
Page 109: Chapter 4: Expansion Options
To order additional devices and accessories, see the accessories information provided with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external full-size keyboard, an external monitor, a mouse and a printer, you can work with your computer as if it were a standard office model.
Page 110: Using The Optional External Usb Diskette Drive
Expansion Options Using the optional external USB diskette drive Using the optional external USB diskette drive The optional external USB diskette drive allows you to use diskettes and is useful for installing software on the hard disk, exchanging information with other systems, and making backup copies of the files stored on your hard disk.
Page 111: Using An Optional External Dvd-Rom Drive
Expansion Options Using an optional external DVD-ROM drive To attach the optional external USB diskette drive cable to a USB port on the computer, gently push the connector into the USB port. The computer automatically recognizes the optional external USB diskette drive and calls it A:. Using an optional external DVD-ROM drive An optional external DVD drive allows you to use CDs and DVDs and is useful for installing software on the hard disk,...
Page 112: Using A Dvd Drive
Expansion Options Using a DVD drive Connecting a USB DVD drive Using a DVD drive Your computer may come with an external DVD/CD-RW drive that can read CDs and DVDs. To attach this drive to your computer using an optional PC Card SCSI adapter, follow the instructions in “Using PC Cards”...
Page 113 Expansion Options Using a DVD drive Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. Drive tray fully extended Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems”...
Page 114: Removing Discs (Cd Or Dvd)
Expansion Options Using a DVD drive 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. Playing a CD or DVD For information on playing a disc, see “Using a DVD drive”...
Page 115: Caring For Cds And Dvds
Expansion Options Using external display devices Caring for CDs and DVDs ❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖...
Page 116: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Expansion Options Using external display devices 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. Using the Display Hot key The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key ( Press...
Page 117: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Expansion Options Using external display devices Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your external display device, you may need to adjust the video settings. See the documentation supplied with the device for additional configuration steps.
Page 118: Using Tablet Mode
Expansion Options Using tablet mode TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also use the Cross-Functional button/Cross Menu utility to toggle between display resolutions. Press and hold the Cross-Functional button for 3 seconds, and then move over to the display icon. Press the Cross-Functional button to make your selection.
Page 119 Expansion Options Using tablet mode Rotate the display panel clockwise 180 (degrees). When you complete this task, the screen faces away from the keyboard. When rotating LCD screen of your computer, be sure to slowly turn the screen in the proper direction, and not apply excessive force or speed.
Page 120: Using Tablet Mode
Any other orientation will display the external video resolution incorrectly. Using tablet mode Remove the Toshiba tablet pen which is located on the right side of the computer by momentarily pressing and then releasing. Pull the pen from the holder.
Page 121 “Changing the battery” on page 104. Once the battery is removed, locate the optional emergency pen inside the battery compartment. Use the Toshiba tablet pen on the tablet as you would any pointing device or pen. Writing on the tablet...
Page 122: Using The Toshiba Tablet Pen
Using the Toshiba tablet pen Use the Toshiba tablet pen as you would a mouse, or other pointing device. For example, you can execute “mouse type” commands in the same manner you normally would: ❖...
Page 123: Returning The Computer To Its Original Configuration
When you are finished using the tablet, follow the steps below to return the computer to its original configuration: Return the Toshiba tablet pen to its slot on the right side of the computer. Press the display latch release button.
Page 124: Inserting A Pc Card
Expansion Options Using PC Cards Inserting a PC Card Before inserting a PC Card, read the documentation that came with the card to see if it has any special requirements. HINT: The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services software for your PC Card. Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services, you should use the files included in the operating system.
Page 125: Hot Swapping Pc Cards
Expansion Options Using PC Cards Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot. Hot swapping PC Cards One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.
Page 126: Using An Optional Sd™ Card
During installation of the SD card drivers, one or more dialog boxes may appear indicating that the driver is not digitally signed. The message may appear as “Digital Signature not found (About Secure Digital Emulation from Toshiba).” Click Yes to continue. Installing the SD™card in the SD slot...
Page 127: Formatting An Optional Sd™ Card
Formatting an optional SD™ card To format a SD card, use the Toshiba SD Memory Card Format utility, click on Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click on SD Memory Card Format.
Page 128: Removing An Optional Sd™ Card
Expansion Options Using an optional SD™ card Removing an optional SD™ card Before removing an SD card from the SD slot, close any applications which utilize the SD card. Use the eject utility to ensure that the card is ready to be removed. Once the activity indicator light has turned off, you may safely remove the card.
Page 129: Chapter 5: Enhancing Productivity
Chapter 5 Enhancing Productivity In this chapter, you will explore other features of your notebook computer. ® Windows XP special features ® The Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating system offers you several new features and enhancements, including: ❖ New system file protection ❖...
Page 130: Personalizing Your Desktop
Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work. You can customize the following aspects of the desktop: ❖ Taskbar—which resources to display for quick access ❖...
Page 131: Bringing The World To Your Desktop
Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Bringing the world to your desktop ® With the Windows Professional Tablet Edition operating system you can set up your desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click. Turning on the Web content interface The first step to bring active content to your desktop is to turn on the Web content interface: Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the...
Page 132: Changing Desktop And Browsing Style
Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop To browse the Gallery for more components to add, click Visit Gallery. In order to browse, an active Internet connection must be established. To select some other Web site, type the address of the Web site you want or click Browse to locate it. You can configure the Web content interface in several other ways.
Page 133: Personalizing Individual Windows
Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop The My Computer window appears. Select the Tools menu, then click Folder Options. The Folder Options dialog box appears. Sample Folder Options dialog box Click the preferred options. Click Apply, then OK. Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop, you can also display a Web page in an individual window.
Page 134: Customizing Window Toolbars
Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window. As you browse, the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus.
Page 135: Displaying Information About Each Folder
Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop The elements you can add to the top of the window are: Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages, programs, folders, or documents. By default, the address bar shows your current location, and whether it is a folder or a Web page.
Page 136: Setting Up For Communications
Enhancing Productivity Setting up for communications Open the folder you want to view as a Web page. In the Tools menu, select Folder Options. In the Tasks section, click the button for Show common tasks in folders. Click Apply, then OK. Sample Control Panel window as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the...
Page 137: Determining The Com Port
Enhancing Productivity Setting up for communications ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM (communications) ports.
Page 138: Using The Ethernet Lan Port
Click OK to close the Properties box, then the Phone and Modem options box. Close the Control Panel. For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba web site at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com Using the Ethernet LAN Port ® If your operating system is Windows...
Page 139: Exchanging Data With Another Computer
❖ Use an external DVD-ROM drive. You can order a USB DVD-ROM drive from Toshiba and install it in the USB slot on the back of the computer. ❖ Connect to a network.
Page 140: Setting Up A Direct Cable Connection
Enhancing Productivity Exchanging data with another computer You can access your Recovery media by connecting your notebook to the office network. You then can upload the files on the media from another computer with a DVD- ROM drive onto a network server and download the files onto your notebook.
Page 141: Accessing The Wireless Modules Using Your System Tray
PC Card devices you may have installed. Your Wi-Fi Mini PCI and Bluetooth modules are integrated into your computer system. It is recommended that you do not remove the modules from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner.
Page 142: Using Bluetooth
Release the keys. Bluetooth is now enabled. Your Bluetooth module is based on the Bluetooth specification NOTE version 1.1. Toshiba cannot confirm all compatibility with PC products and/or electronic devices using Bluetooth other than Toshiba mobile PCs. Using audio features Your computer is equipped with a built-in monaural speaker.
Page 143: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
Enhancing Productivity Using audio features System utility. To adjust the volume, click the speaker icon in the taskbar. Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers.
Page 144: Using A Microphone
Enhancing Productivity Using audio features You may also record sounds as .WAV files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack. Using a microphone Connect an external microphone to the computer. Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder.
Page 145: Adjusting Recording Settings
Enhancing Productivity Powering down the computer Adjusting recording settings The better the quality of the recording, the more disk space the sound file requires. Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs. Open Sound Recorder, if necessary (click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound Recorder).
Page 146: Turn Off Or Shut Down Command
Enhancing Productivity Powering down the computer Turn Off or Shut down command The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off the ® computer. The Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating ® system uses Turn Off if you are not connected to a Windows network server (domain server).
Page 147: Standby Command
Enhancing Productivity Powering down the computer ❖ Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down option.
Page 148: Using Turn Off Or Shut Down
The computer shuts down completely. Turning off more quickly In addition to the method described above, you can turn off the computer by pressing the power button. To use this method, you first need to turn on the feature in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Page 149 Enhancing Productivity Using Turn Off or Shut down Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Click Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window...
Page 150: Starting Again After Turn Off Or Shut Down
Click Apply. Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel. Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down To start the computer up again, slide and release the power...
Page 151: Using Hibernation
Using Hibernation Enabling the Hibernation command Hibernation is a default setting. If it should become disabled, you can enable it as follows: Right-click the mouse on the Toshiba Power Saver icon located in the System Task Tray. Click Hibernate. Click Enable.
Page 152: Going Into Hibernation Mode More Quickly
By pressing the power button ❖ By closing the display panel To set up your Hibernation options: Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Click Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.
Page 153 When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. Click Apply. Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel.
Page 154: Starting Again From Hibernation
Enhancing Productivity Using Standby Starting again from Hibernation To start up the computer from Hibernation mode, slide and release the power button until the on/off icon glows green. The computer returns to the screen you were using. If you went into Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, you can start the computer again by opening the display panel.
Page 155: Going Into Standby Mode More Quickly
Enhancing Productivity Using Standby Click Stand By. The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The on/off light ( ) blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode. ®...
Page 156 Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window Click to select a profile. Click the Setup Action tab.
Page 157 When I close the lid Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you close the display panel. Click Apply. Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window, then close the Control Panel.
Page 158: Starting Again From Standby
Enhancing Productivity Using Standby Starting again from Standby To start up the computer from Standby mode, slide and release the power button until the on/off light changes to green. The computer returns to the screen you were using. If you put the computer in Standby mode by closing the display panel, you can start the computer again by opening the display panel.
Page 159: Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities
❖ Fn-esse ❖ Hotkey utility ❖ TOSHIBA Console ❖ The Toshiba Rotation Utility ❖ Cross Menu Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility ❖ Power Management ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility...
Page 160: Fn-Esse
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Fn-esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any program without using the Start menu. This section describes how to use the Fn-esse program to quickly access your programs and files.
Page 161: Assigning A Key To A Program Or Document
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Sample Fn-esse keyboard The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are white. ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color. ❖ Unavailable keys are not shown.
Page 162 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn-esse keyboard you want to assign to it. Release the primary button. Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command dialog box with the Description, Command Line, and Working Directory fields automatically completed.
Page 163: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse ❖ Enter the Description, Command Line, and Working Directory for the new Fn-esse key assignment, or click the Browse button to specify this information. ❖ Click OK. To make a popup assignment, select Popup to display the...
Page 164: Changing Or Removing Existing Key Assignments
The Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the hot key combination for Standby [Fn+F3] and Hibernation [Fn+F4]. To activate the utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Hotkey utility. The Hotkey window appears. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window Put a check mark next to the desired option.
Page 165: Toshiba Console
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access this utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Console. The TOSHIBA Console window appears.
Page 166: Network
Supervisor password ❖ User password Power Management Toshiba recommends that you use the Toshiba Power NOTE Management Utility for changing system power settings. The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer’s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or create one yourself.
Page 167 You can either use one of the preset profiles or create and use your own customized mode. The preset profiles cannot be deleted. By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply.
Page 168: Toshiba Hardware Setup
Make the desired changes to settings on the Basic Setup page and the Setup Action page. Click Apply. Click OK. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access it: In the TOSHIBA Console, click the Toshiba Hardware Settings icon.
Page 169 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following: ❖ Boot Priority — Allows you to set the order of priority by which the machine searches for a device to boot from; in addition to changing the network boot protocol.
Page 170: The Toshiba Rotation Utility
(primary portrait) to three other display formats: ❖ Primary landscape ❖ Secondary portrait ❖ Secondary landscape To change the display format: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Tablet PC, and then click Rotation Utility. The Toshiba Rotation Utility screen appears:...
Page 171 Select a new display format for either PC mode or Tablet PC mode. Click OK. Toshiba recommends that you use the Toshiba Rotation Utility NOTE to change screen rotation options and settings for the tablet feature Tablet and Pen Settings.
Page 172 Toshiba Rotation Utility (see page 170) to change the screen’s orientation, and the Toshiba Power Saver Utility (click it’s icon in the System Tray) to adjust screen brightness. ❖...
Page 173: Cross Menu Utility
After making your selections on the Tablet and Pen Settings window, click OK. Cross Menu Utility The Cross Menu Utility allows you to make Hot Key assignments to launch applications, access Toshiba utilities, or create your own custom menus. To start the Cross Menu Utility:...
Page 174 Cross-Functional button. Creating a New Menu You can add up to five menus. NOTE To create a new menu: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Tablet PC, and then Cross Menu.
Page 175: Toshiba Tablet Access Code Utility
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility The Cross Menu Setting window appears. Sample Cross Menu Setting window Click New. Click Add File. Browse for the application(s) you want to add to the menu and click Open. When you have finished adding applications to the menu, click OK.
Page 176: Toshiba Zooming Utility
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility To access the utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Tablet PC, and then Tablet Access Code Logon Utility. The Tablet Access Code Logon Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Logon Utility screen To create an access code, click New Registration.
Page 177: Toshiba Sd Memory Boot Utility
The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility In order to boot from an SD card, you must make the card SD card bootable. To do so, run the Toshiba SD Memory Boot Utility.
Page 178 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen Attach a USB floppy drive to your computer, and insert a bootable floppy disk. Insert the SD card...
Page 179: Chapter 7: Keeping Your Files Safe
When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports the following types of passwords on your computer: ❖ A power-on password—Prevents unauthorized users from starting or restarting the computer.
Page 180: User-Level Passwords
YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO ACCESS YOUR HARD DISK AGAIN, unless you’ve set a hard disk drive master password. Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the hard drive.
Page 181: Disabling The User-Level Password
Password Utilities. Open the User Password tab. Click Delete. A Delete User Password dialog box appears. Type in the password and click Delete. Click OK at the bottom of the Toshiba Password Utility window. The user password is disabled.
Page 182: Using The Power-On (User-Level) Password
Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system Using the power-on (user-level) password Whenever you start your computer with a power-on (user- level) password in effect, the computer prompts you to enter the password before it goes through its normal startup procedure.
Page 183 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system ❖ Setting a hard disk drive user password prevents an unauthorized user from accessing your hard disk, even if it is removed and installed on another computer. This password does not encrypt data on the hard disk. ❖...
Page 184 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system Setting a hard disk drive user only password in System Setup If you choose to set a hard disk drive user password, we strongly recommend that you set a hard disk drive master password as well.
Page 185: System Setup
Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system If the two passwords match, System Setup displays: . If the two passwords do not match, an error Registered message appears. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to enter the password again.
Page 186 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system If you want to delete the user password, leave the space blank and press twice. System Setup displays: Enter Registered Press to save the change. When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change, Press Setting a hard disk drive master and user password in System Setup...
Page 187 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system Press the spacebar, then type a password of 1 to 16 characters and press . You may use any combination Enter of letters and numbers in your password. When System Setup prompts you to verify the password, type it again and press Enter If the two passwords match, System Setup displays:...
Page 188 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system When System Setup prompts you to verify the password, type it again and press Enter If the two passwords match, System Setup displays: . Note that you can only change (not delete) the user Registered password if a master password is registered.
Page 189 Keeping Your Files Safe Using passwords in the Windows® operating system System Setup displays: . The user password will Not Registered also display as Not Registered. Press to save the change. When System Setup prompts you to confirm your change, Press...
Page 190: Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding.
Page 191 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix To close a program that has stopped responding: Press , and simultaneously (once). Ctrl The Windows Task Manager window appears. Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding”...
Page 192: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer To record the details: Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays. The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. Press simultaneously to copy the text to the Ctrl...
Page 193: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but it will not solve a resource conflict. Read the documentation that came with the conflicting device and “Resolving a hardware conflict” on page 196.
Page 194: Using Startup Options To Fix Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Starting message appears. Windows XP Tablet PC Edition ❖ The operating system takes a long time to start. ❖ The operating system responds differently from the normal routine.
Page 195: Internet Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working ® ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode (Windows domain controllers only) ❖ Debugging Mode ® ❖ Start Windows normally ❖ Reboot ❖ Return to OS Choices (menu) ® See your Windows documentation for further explanation.
Page 196: The Windows Xp Operating System Can Help You
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The Windows XP operating system can help you ® If the operating system has started properly, but you still have a problem using your computer, the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem. ®...
Page 197: A Plan Of Action
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of all devices, programs, and features. If the system or one of its attached devices is not working, resolving the problem can be time-consuming and frustrating.
Page 198 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Plug and Play With Plug and Play and the operating system, avoiding hardware conflicts is easy. Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/output system) and the operating system to automatically assign system resources to Plug and Play-compliant devices.
Page 199: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable. Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them.
Page 200: Memory Card Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To check a device’s properties: Click Start, Control Panel, Administrative Tools. Click the Computer Management icon. Click the Device Manager button. To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs.
Page 201: Power And The Batteries
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Remove the memory module, following the instructions “Removing a memory module” on page Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions “Installing a memory module” on page 49, and making sure the module is seated properly. Check for the error again.
Page 202 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The AC adapter and power cord/cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power. Try turning off the computer. The battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery.
Page 203: Keyboard Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself. The keyboard produces unexpected characters. A keypad overlay may be on. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is on, press simultaneously to turn off the cursor control mode light or...
Page 204 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing simultaneously. If you have registered a password, press any key, type the password and press . If Enter no password is registered, press any key. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working.
Page 205 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Click Properties, and then the Settings tab. Change the Colors option and click OK. ® For more information, see Windows Help. A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware.
Page 206: Disk Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the NOTE computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
Page 207 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the disk. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for some time, your files may have become fragmented.
Page 208: Dvd-Rom Or Multi-Function Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error message. If you are starting the computer from a diskette, the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer.
Page 209: Sound System Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict the DVD-ROM eject button on the face of the DVD-ROM tray. Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check the type of disc you are using. The DVD-ROM drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVD- ROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (read- only), and CD-RW (read-only).
Page 210: Pc Card Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you’re having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply.
Page 211 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is available, try the card in that machine. If the card malfunctions again, it may be defective.
Page 212: Printer Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails. Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card: Double-click the PC Card icon on the taskbar. Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card.
Page 213: Modem Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Run the printer’s self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown “Setting up a printer” on page You may have connected the printer while the computer is on. Disable Standby mode, turn off the computer, and turn off the printer.
Page 214: Internet Problems
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to someone else. For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba web site at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com Internet Problems My Internet connection is very slow.
Page 215: Dvd Operating Problems
Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop. The DVD-ROM drive should appear in the list. “Checking device properties” on page 199 instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVD- ROM properties. Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD-ROM drives and their operation.
Page 216 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title. Disable the Shut off Monitor feature in the Display Properties using the following steps: Click the secondary mouse button on a blank area of the desktop.
Page 217: Develop Good Computing Habits
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Click OK. The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title. If the screen saver is enabled, it runs on top of any movie or title you are watching. To disable the screen saver: Click Start, Control Panel.
Page 218 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette. ❖ Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape.
Page 219: If You Need Further Assistance
GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba...
Page 220: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred. ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred. For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com...
Page 221: Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
20041, Agrate Brianza Japan Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Mexico Toshiba America Information Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Systems Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso 9740 Irvine Blvd. Col. Lomas de Chapultepec. Irvine, California 92618 CP 11000 Mexico, DF.
Page 222 Spain United States The Rest of Europe Toshiba America Information Toshiba Europe (I.E.) GmbH Systems, Inc. Hammfelddamm 8 9740 Irvine Boulevard D-4-1460 Neuss Irvine, California 92618 Germany United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.
Page 223: Appendix A: Hot Keys
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.
Page 224: With A Password
This hot key displays the power usage pop-up win- dow and cycles through the battery save modes. Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, “Power Management” on page...
Page 225: Standby Mode
Hot Keys Standby Mode Standby Mode This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode. ❖ A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode. You can choose not to display this message box. Sample Standby confirmation box ❖...
Page 226: Hibernation Mode
Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode. ❖ If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box.
Page 227: Display Modes
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: ❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor simultaneously ❖ External monitor only Sample display options window This hot key to change the screen resolution on the fly;...
Page 228: Wireless Device Enable/Disable
Hot Keys Wireless device enable/disable Wireless device enable/disable This hot key enables and disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ All disabled—This disables both the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi modules. ❖ Wi-Fi enabled—This enables just the Wi-Fi module.
Page 229: Zooming Applications In/Out
Hot Keys Zooming Applications In/Out Zooming Applications In/Out This hot key zooms out. This hot key zooms in. Keyboard hot keys This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off.
Page 230: Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved BS approved...
Page 231: Appendix C: Using Configfree™ With Your Toshiba Computer
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks.
Page 232: Getting Started
❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar. ❖ Press the Toshiba Console button (if applicable to your system) to open the Toshiba Console, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar, and then click the desired utility.
Page 233: Configfree Utilities
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Wireless LAN Bluetooth Connectivity Doctor Profiles Sample ConfigFree Launcher ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
Page 234 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample Connectivity Doctor screen Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address. A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device’s Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key...
Page 235 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities If a problem, or potential problem, is detected, a triangle containing an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can then view a possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point.
Page 236: Search For Wireless Devices
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN devices and Bluetooth devices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays information about them on a virtual map.
Page 237 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing Wi-Fi devices The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected. As with the Wi-Fi screen, moving the mouse pointer over a device icon displays information about the device.
Page 238: Profile Settings
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Click your own computer at the center of the map. Configured devices are automatically connected. Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where you can configure and connect to the device.
Page 239 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections. ❖ Dial-up connection settings for the default connection. ❖ File and printer sharing settings. ❖ Printer settings for the default printer. To create a profile: Click the icon in the system tray.
Page 240: Quick Connect
Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector. Once the projector utility is installed, launching the Quick Connect utility automatically opens the Wireless Data Projector Application.
Page 241 (DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and re- established later.
Page 242 Quick Connect function was started: ❖ If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed. ❖ If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the ConfigFree tray menu (this disconnects the wireless LAN connection). ❖ If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or when you disable a wireless device.
Page 243: Using The Automatic Switch
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on. This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network configuration you use in your office to the one you use at home.
Page 244: Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification window appears.
Page 245: Glossary
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user’s guide. alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bits per second compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS...
Page 246 Glossary direct memory access DIMM dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission fast infrared...
Page 247 Glossary random access memory radio frequency interference read-only memory real-time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms...
Page 248 Glossary application — A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. backup — A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged.
Page 249 Glossary byte — A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte. cache — A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory.
Page 250 Glossary controller — A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU — See central processing unit (CPU). CPU cache — A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs.
Page 251 Glossary disk — A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive —...
Page 252 Glossary DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) — A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM. emulation — A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program.
Page 253 — The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off.
Page 254 Glossary icon — A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed. Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image.
Page 255 Glossary logical drive — A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system’s logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives. megabyte (MB) —...
Page 256 Glossary non-interlaced — A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen. Compare interlaced. non-system disk — A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer.
Page 257 Glossary pointing device — Any device, such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen. port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor —...
Page 258 “greater than” sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. Toshiba tablet pen — The writing instrument used with the tablet. It is stored on the right side of the computer. TFT display — See active-matrix display.
Page 259 Glossary universal serial bus (USB) — USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per second). USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all- purpose USB port. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, hot swapping, serial.
Page 260: Index
Index low charge 99 monitoring power 98 AC power light 58 not charging 202 accessories optional charger 97 carrying case 108 power usage mode 101 PORT-Noteworthy computer lock remaining power 99 cable 72 unlocking 106 audio Bluetooth 142 .WAV digital wave files 143 module 141 features 142 buttons...
Page 261 Index communications disabling a device 199 network connection 86 digital audio .WAV files 143 setting up 85 Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL) 88 system resources 197 discs computer handling 113 lock 72 inserting 112 non-system disk or disk error removing 114 message 193 Disk Defragmenter 74 not accessing disk drives 193...
Page 262 Index connecting 111 DVD player FAT (File Allocation Table) 206 general problems 215 FCC Notice “Declaration of DVD-ROM drive Conformity Information” 3 opening 112 FCC requirements 4 problems 208 files troubleshooting 208 .WAV 143 using 112 backing up 74 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive printing 81 problems 208 restoring 84...
Page 263 Index Hibernation command 146 connecting to 88 enabling 151 news groups 89 Hibernation mode 146 overview 87 methods 151 slow connection 195 hot key URL address not found 195 display brightness 227 Internet Service Provider (ISP) 88 display modes 227 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 197 display output settings 116 hibernation mode 226...
Page 264 Index connecting to telephone line 55 types 179 determining COM port 137 user-level 179 problem solving 213 passwords 179 resetting port to default settings PC Card checklist 210 upgrading 137 CIS (Card Information Structure) modes Hibernation 146 computer stops working 211 Standby 147 errors 212 module...
Page 265 197 inserted 211 trouble prevention 217 computer will not power up 192 URL address not found 195 contacting Toshiba 219 warning resume failure 193 corrupted/damaged data files 207 Windows won’t start 193 Device Manager 199 Windows XP not working 193...
Page 266 Toshiba Accessories formatting 127 information 41 installing drivers 126 TOSHIBA Console 165 installing in SD slot 126 Toshiba Hardware Setup 168 using 126 Toshiba tablet pen 120 using in Hibernation mode 127 TouchPad using in Standby mode 127 disabling 63...
Page 267 Hot key utility 164 Power Management 166 volume control 143 Web address 89 Web browsers 87 Web content interface 131 Web sites 219 Toshiba 220 Wi-Fi module 141 Windows Media Player 85 Windows XP Help and Support 196 problem solving 193...

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Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Expansion Options

Chapter 5: Enhancing Productivity

Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 7: Keeping Your Files Safe

Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

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