Toshiba 1130 Series, 1135 Series U, V, W

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Index

5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3

using 86

Turn Off command 83

turning computer on/off 51

turning off the computer 83

tutorials 114, 135

U

Uniform Resource Locator (URL)

138, 150

uploading 151

URL (Uniform Resource Locator)

138, 150

USB (Universal Serial Bus) port 32,

33

USB mouse

connecting 60

using

Hibernate 88

modem 82

PC Cards 157

Standby 91

V

video features

exploring 152

W

warranty

SelectServ 29

Web address 150

Web browsers 149

Web content interface 139

Web s ite s

Support Online 179

Web sites,Toshiba 207

windows

hiding 119

repositioning 119

resizing 119, 121

Windows Explorer 117

Windows Help 110

Windows Media Player 78

Windows Standby 64

Windows XP

change date and time settings 128

changing the screen saver 127

closing programs 123

creating a new folder 116

creating a text file 115

creating shortcuts 123

desktop 108

Help 133, 178

Help and Support 178

problem solving 176

Recycle Bin 130

removing objects 130

resizing or moving windows 120,

121

special features 137

starting programs 117

System Restore 132

tours and tutorials 135

Turn Of f 136

Web Tu tor ia l 114

WinDVD

advanced features 168

control panel 162

controls are disabled 192

error messages 195

help 172

not functioning properly 195

performance is poor 192

playback buttons 163

playing DVDs 161

playlists 169

slider bar 162

slow playback 193

starting 161

video content poor 194

Contents

Main Model: Satellite 1130/1135 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives Protection of Stored Data Critical Applications FCC Notice NOTE Industry Canada Requirement FCC Requirements Installation Type of Service Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment Wireless Interoperability Caution Wireless LAN and your Health Regulatory Information Canada Industry Canada (IC) Europe EU Declaration of Conformity Page USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements Taiw an Using this equipment in Japan Device Authorization Interference Statement Approved Countries for use Caution: Bluetooth and Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Multi-function Drive Safety Instructions Location of the required label Copyright Export Administration Regulation Notice Trademarks Page Contents Introduction ..............................................................26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around........................ 30 Chapter 2: Getting Started......................................... 39 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics.................................. 67 Chapter 4: Mobile Computing................................... 94 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows XP Operating System.............................. 107 Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options.......................... 137 Chapter 7: WinDVD..................................... ........... 160 Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong ..................... 173 Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................. 211 Page Introduction This guide Safety icons 28 Other icons used Other documentation Service options Page Front with the display closed Back Right side Left side Front with the display open System indicator panel Page Underside Chapter 2 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Creating a computer-friendly environment Keeping yourself comfortable Placement of the computer Seating and posture Lighting Arms and wrists Work habits Precautions Page Setting up your computer Setting up your software Registering your computer with Toshiba Adding external devices Connecting to a power source Page Charging the main battery Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Turning on the power Using the TouchPad Control buttons Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Installing additional memory (optional) Page Page Page Page Removing a memory module Connecting a mouse Connecting a printer Connecting a USB printer Connecting a parallel printer Setting up a printer Using the Add Printer Wizard Page Page Turning off the computer Caring for your computer Cleaning the computer Moving the computer Using a computer lock Chapter 3 Learning the Basics Computing tips Using the keyboard Character keys Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Function keys Windows special keys Overlay keys Using the numeric keypad overlay Using the cursor control overlay Starting a program Saving your work Printing your work Backing up your files Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive DVD-ROM drive components Inserting a disc Page Playing an audio CD Page Playing a DVD Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD Removing a disc with the computer on Removing a disc with the computer off Caring for CDs and DVDs Setting up for communications Connecting the modem to a phone line Connecting your computer to a network Powering down the computer Turn Off or Shut down command Restart command Hibernation command Standby command Using Turn Off or Shut down Turning off more quickly Starting again after Turn Off Using Hibernation Page Going into Hibernation mode more quickly Starting again from Hibernation mode Using Standby Going into Standby mode more quickly Starting again from Standby Toshibas online resources Chapter 4 Mobile Computing Toshibas energy-saver design Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Power management Charging the battery Charging the RTC battery Monitoring battery power Determining remaining battery power Conserving battery power What to do when the battery runs low Setting battery alarms Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer Taking care of your battery Safety precautions Maximizing battery life Disposing of used batteries safely Traveling tips Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Icons Start button Taskbar System tray Windows XP file system Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together Page Page Lesson 3: Learning about the Internet Opening a Web page from a window Lesson 4: Creating a new document Lesson 5: Creating a new folder Lesson 6: Starting programs Page Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Using the taskbar Minimizing and maximizing windows Resizing and moving windows Lesson 8: Closing programs Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts Creating a shortcut to the Calculator Creating a shortcut to the Character Map Page Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver Page Lesson 11: Setting the date and time Page Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop Page Lesson 13: Using System Restore Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? Windows XP Help and Support Center Page Using the online tours and tutorials Lesson 15: Turning off your computer Chapter 6 Exploring Your Options Windows XP special features Personalizing your desktop Customizing the taskbar Bringing the world to your desktop Turning on the Web content interface Adding components to the Web content interface Changing desktop and browsing style Choosing a style Personalizing individual windows Customizing window toolbars Displaying a toolbar in a window Displaying information about each folder Using your computer at the office Setting up for communications Determining the COM port Connecting the modem to a telephone line Setting up a dial-up connection Exchanging data with another computer Transferring files using a parallel port connection Getting started Getting help transferring files Connecting to the Internet Using a modem An overview of using the Internet The Internet The World Wide Web Internet Service Providers Signing up with an Internet Service Provider Surfing the Internet Internet features Uploading and downloading files on the Internet Exploring video features Changing the display properties setting Display settings hot key Exploring audio features Recording sounds Using a microphone Adjusting recording settings Using external speakers or headphones Connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software Inserting PC Cards Removing PC Cards Hot swapping Hot swapping precautions Chapter 7 WinDVD Playing DVDs Page Using the WinDVD slider bar (location) Using the WinDVD control panel Using the control panel playback buttons Page Page Page Page Maximizing the video window Using WinDVD advanced features Using playlists Creating a Playlist Playing a Playlist Getting Help Exiting WinDVD Chapter 8 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding. Your program performs an illegal operation. Problems when you turn on the computer The computer will not start. The computer starts but, when you press a key, nothing happens. The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the diskette drive. The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE The Windows operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. My browser cannot find the URL address I typed in. My browser cannot find a site I bookmarked. The Windows XP operating system can help you Resolving a hardware conflict A plan of action Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Interrupt Request Channel Direct Memory Access Plug and Play Resolving conflicts Fixing a problem with Device Manager Disabling a device Checking device properties Memory module problems Power and the batteries The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cable. The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does. Keyboard problems The keyboard produces unexpected characters. Display problems The display is blank. The screen does not look right. Disk drive problems You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to be missing. Error-checking Your hard disk seems very slow. Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Some programs run correctly but others do not. A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive. The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error The drive cannot read a diskette. DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. Some discs run correctly, but others do not. WinDVD problems: general issues WinDVD controls are disabled. Playback performance is poor. The Root or Title menu does not open. WinDVD performance decreases after making a system change. Secondary IDE Channel DMA setting WinDVD problems: content issues WinDVD will not function properly with debug software installed. WinDVD: error messages Page Page Page Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise. PC Card problems Card Information Structure PC Card checklist Resolving PC Card problems The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Page Printer problems The printer will not print. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Modem problems The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Read the users guides. If you need further assistance Before you call Contacting Toshiba Toshiba voice contact Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshibas worldwide offices Page Page Appendix A Hot Keys Volume Mute Instant password security Without a password With a password Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged Power usage mode Standby mode Hibernation mode Display modes Display brightness Enabling a wireless device Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Keyboard hot keys Appendix B Power Cable Connectors Glossary Acronyms Page Ter ms The following terms may appear in this users guide. A B C D Page E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U V W Page Index A B C D E F H I J K L M N O P Page R S T U V W