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Toshiba Satellite M55 User Manual (271 pages)

TOSHIBA Satellite Users Guide M50 M55

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.36 MB

Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
14
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
20
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
21
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
28
Introduction
36
This Guide
37
Safety Icons
38
- Other Icons Used
  39
Other Documentation
39
Service Options
40
Chapter 1: Getting Started

41
- Selecting a Place to Work
  41
- Setting up Your Computer
  45
  - Setting up Your Software
    46
- Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
  47
- Adding External Devices
  47
- Connecting to a Power Source
  48
- Charging the Main Battery
  52
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  53
- Adding Memory
  55
  - Installing a Memory Module
    56
  - Removing a Memory Module
    61
- Using the Touchpad
  63
- Turning off the Computer
  66
  - Closing the Display Panel
    67
- Using External Display Devices
  67
  - Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
    68
  - Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
    69
- Using an External Keyboard
  69
- Using a Mouse
  69
- Connecting a Printer
  70
  - Setting up a Printer
    71
- Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
  72
- Connecting External Speakers or Headphones
  72
- Connecting a Microphone
  73
- Caring for Your Computer
  73
  - Cleaning the Computer
    74
  - Moving the Computer
    74
- Using a Computer Lock
  74
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

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- Computing Tips
  76
- Using the Keyboard
  78
  - Character Keys
    78
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    79
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    79
  - Function Keys
    80
  - Windows Special Keys
    80
  - Overlay Keys
    80
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    81
- Starting a Program
  82
- Saving Your Work
  86
- File Names
  87
- Printing Your Work
  88
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  89
- Using PC Cards
  96
  - Hot Swapping
    96
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  97
- Backing up Your Work
  97
  - Restoring Your Work
    97
- Powering down the Computer
  98
  - Using Turn off Computer or Shut down
    99
  - Using Hibernation
    101
  - Using Standby
    103
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  105
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

106
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  106
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  107
  - Battery Notice
    107
- Charging the Batteries
  108
  - Charging the Main Battery
    108
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    109
- Monitoring Battery Power
  110
  - What to Do When the Battery Alarm Sounds
    113
- Changing Batteries
  114
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  117
  - Safety Precautions
    117
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    118
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  119
- Conserving Power
  120
  - Power Profiles
    121
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
    121
- Additional Options for Power
  122
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

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- Exploring the Desktop
  123
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    124
- Setting up for Communications
  126
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  131
  - The Internet
    131
  - The World Wide Web
    131
  - Internet Service Providers
    132
  - Connecting to the Internet
    132
  - Surfing the Internet
    133
  - Internet Features
    133
  - Uploading and Downloading Files from the Internet
    134
- Exploring Audio Features
  134
  - Playing an Audio CD
    134
  - DVD Button
    135
  - Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
    136
  - Creating a CD
    137
  - Recording Sounds
    137
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    139
- Using the I.link Port (Optional)
  139
- Inserting and Removing PC Cards
  140
  - Inserting a PC Card
    140
  - Removing a PC Card
    141
  - Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
    142
- Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot (Optional)
  142
  - Inserting Media
    142
  - Removing Media
    143
- Connecting Your Modem to a Telephone Line
  144
  - Connecting to a Phone Line
    144
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

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- TOSHIBA Assist
  147
  - Connect
    148
  - Secure
    148
  - Protect & Fix
    148
  - Optimize
    148
- Using a Supervisor Password
  149
  - Setting a Supervisor Password
    149
  - Deleting a Supervisor Password
    150
- Setting User Passwords
  150
  - Using an Instant Password
    151
  - Setting a User Password
    151
  - Disabling a User Password
    152
- PC Diagnostic Tool
  152
- TOSHIBA Power Saver
  153
- SD Memory Card Format
  156
- CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
  157
- Mouse Utility
  158
- TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  159
- Fn-Esse
  161
- TOSHIBA HW Setup
  165
- TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility
  167
- TOSHIBA Touch and Launch
  168
  - TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Settings
    170
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

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- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  172
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  174
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  176
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  179
  - A Plan of Action
    179
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    180
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    181
  - Memory Problems
    183
  - Power and the Batteries
    184
  - Keyboard Problems
    186
  - Display Problems
    187
  - Disk Drive Problems
    189
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    192
  - Sound System Problems
    193
  - PC Card Problems
    193
  - Printer Problems
    197
  - Modem Problems
    198
  - Wireless Device Problems
    199
- DVD Operating Problems
  202
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  205
  - Data and System Configuration Backup in Windows XP
    206
- If You Need Further Assistance
  212
  - Before You Contact Toshiba
    212
  - Contacting Toshiba
    213
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  214
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  214
Appendix A: Hot Keys

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- Volume Mute
  216
- Password Security
  217
- Power Usage Mode
  219
- Standby Mode
  219
- Hibernation Mode
  220
- Display Modes
  221
- Display Brightness
  221
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  222
- Zooming Applications In/Out
  222
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  223
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

224
- Toshiba Computer
  225
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

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- Getting Started
  226
  - Starting Configfree
    226
- Configfree Utilities
  228
  - Connectivity Doctor
    228
  - Search for Wireless Devices
    231
  - Profile Settings
    236
  - Configfree SUMMIT
    239
  - Quick Connect
    244
- Using the Automatic Switch
  247
- Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
  248
- Glossary
  249
- Index
  264

Toshiba Satellite M55 Specifications (10 pages)

Toshiba Satellite M55-S329: Specifications

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

Toshiba Satellite M55 Specifications (10 pages)

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