Main
Model: Satellite 2455 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
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USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
Taiwan
Using this equipment in Japan
Device Authorization
Interference Statement
Approved Countries for use
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Multi-function Drive Safety Instructions
Location of the required label
Copyright
Export Administration Regulation
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Trademarks
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Contents
Introduction ..............................................................27
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ........................ 31
Chapter 2: Getting Started......................................... 43
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Chapter 3: Learning the Basics ................................. 81
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ................................. 120
Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows XP Operating System.............................. 135
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options.......................... 165
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Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities ..................................... 194
Chapter 8: WinDVD................................................ 209
Chapter 9: If Something Goes Wrong ..................... 223
Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................. 260
Introduction
This guide
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Safety icons
Other icons used
Other documentation
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Service options
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Front with the display closed
Back
Right side
Left side
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Front with the display open
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Keyboard indicator lights
System indicator panel
CD/DVD control buttons
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
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Setting up your computer
Setting up your software
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Adding external devices
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Charging the main battery
Using the computer for the first time
Opening the display panel
Turning on the power
Activating the power-on password
Using the T ouchPad
Control buttons
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
Installing additional memory (optional)
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Removing a memory module
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Checking total memory
Connecting an optional Slim SelectBay module
Hot swapping an optional Slim SelectBay module
Installing and locking an optional Slim SelectBay module
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Removing an optional Slim SelectBay module
Inserting an optional hard disk drive into its module
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Connecting a mouse
Connecting a printer
Connecting a USB printer
Connecting a parallel printer
Setting up a printer
Using the Add Printer Wizard
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Powering off the computer
Caring for your computer
Cleaning the computer
Moving the computer
Using a computer lock
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Chapter 3
Learning the Basics
Computing tips
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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
Emulating a full-size keyboard
TOSHIBA Console button
Starting a program
Saving your work
Printing your work
Using diskettes
Inserting and removing diskettes
Caring for diskettes
Backing up your files
Playing a CD or DVD
Components
CD/DVD and Digital audio modes
Inserting a disc
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Playing an audio CD
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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
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive
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
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Turning off or shutting down more quickly
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Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down
Using Hibernation
Enabling the Hibernation command
Going into Hibernation mode
Going into Hibernation mode more quickly
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Starting again from Hibernation
Using Standby
Going into Standby mode more quickly
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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
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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
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Installing the battery
Taking care of your battery
Safety precautions
Maximizing battery life
Disposing of used batteries safely
Traveling tips
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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
Lesson 2: Using the TouchPad and control buttons together
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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
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Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows
Using the taskbar
Minimizing and maximizing windows
Resizing and moving windows
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Lesson 8: Closing programs
Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts
Creating a shortcut to the Calculator
Creating a shortcut to the Character Map
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Lesson 10: Changing the screen saver
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Lesson 11: Setting the date and time
Lesson 12: Removing objects from the desktop
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Lesson 13: Using System Restore
Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do?
Windows
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Using the online tours and tutorials
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer
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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
Setting up a wireless connection
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 Ser vice Provider
Surfing the Internet
Internet features
Uploading and downloading files on the Internet
Exploring video features
Connecting a TV to your computer
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
Changing the display properties setting
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Adjusting the quality of the external display
Display limitations
Using PC Cards
PC Card supporting software
Inserting a PC Card
Removing a PC Card
Hot swapping a PC Card
Hot swapping precautions
Using SD cards
Inserting an SD card
Removing an SD card
Chapter 7
Toshiba Utilities
TOSHIBA Accessibility
Fn-esse
Starting Fn-esse
Assigning a key to a program or document
Using the Fn-esse drag-and-drop
Using the keyboard or TouchPad
Viewing existing key assignments
Changing or removing existing key assignments
Hotkey utility
TOSHIBA Console
Customize Your Computer
Security
Power Management
Plugged in section
Running on batteries section
Creating a new power mode
Customizing a power mode
TOSHIBA Button Controls
Toshiba Hardware Setup
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Chapter 8
WinDVD
Playing DVDs
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Using the WinDVD control panel
Using the control panel playback buttons
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Maximizing the video window
Using WinDVD advanced features
Using playlists
Creating a Playlist
Playing a Playlist
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Chapter 9
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
The Windows operating system is not working
Using Startup options to fix problems
Internet problems
My Internet connection is very slow.
My browser cant find the URL address I typed in.
My browser cant 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
The drive cannot read a diskette.
Slim SelectBay problems
You cannot remove a module.
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.
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.
Slow playback performance.
WinDVD problems: content issues
WinDVD will not function properly with debug software installed.
WinDVD: error messages
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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.
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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
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Appendix A
Hot Keys
Volume Mute
Instant password security
Without a password
With a password
Maintaining security when the battery isnt fully charged
Power usage mode
Standby mode
Hibernation mode
Display modes
Display brightness Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
Keyboard hot keys
Appendix B
Power Cable Connectors
Glossary
Acronyms
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Terms
The following terms may appear in this users guide.
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