Main
Protection of Stored Data
Critical Applications
FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information
Industry Canada Requirement
FCC requirements
Telephone Company Procedures
If Problems Arise
Disconnection
Fax Branding
Alarm Equipment
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
Wireless Interoperability
Wireless LAN and Your Health
Regulatory Information
Canada Industry Canada (IC)
EU Declaration of Conformity
VCCI Class B Information Modem Warning Notice
Conformity Statement
Taiw an
Using this Equipment in Japan
Device Authorization
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries
Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card
Approved Countries/Regions for use Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
Approved Countries/Regions for use (Bluetooth wireless technology)
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
Regulatory statements
European Union (EU) and EFTA
Canada Industry Canada (IC)
Taiw an
Using this Equipment in Japan
2.4FH1
Device Authorization
Optical Drive Safety Instructions
Location of the Required Label
Copyright
Export Administration Regulation
Notice
Trademarks
Computer Disposal Information
Contents
Introduction................................................................................ 33
Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 37
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Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 84
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing.................................................102
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computers Features...................120
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities......................................................136
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong ...................................168
Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards..................................199
Introduction
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This guide
This guide
Safety icons
Safety icons
Other icons used
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Other documentation
Other documentation
Service options
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Selecting a place to work
Keeping yourself comfortable
Precautions
Selecting a place to work
Important information on your computers cooling fan
Setting up your computer
Setting up your computer
Setting up your software
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Adding optional external devices
Connecting to a power source
Connecting to a power source
Connecting to a power source
Charging the main battery
Charging the main battery
Using the computer for the first time
Using the computer for the first time
Opening the display panel
Using the computer for the first time
Your computers features and specifications
Turning on the power
Adding memory (optional)
Installing a memory module
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Removing a memory module
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Checking total memory
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Options
Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition
Recovering the original factory image (recommended recovery method)
Erasing the hard disk
Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the current partition size
Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size
Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media
Using the TouchPad
Checking the HDD operating status
Installing drivers and applications
Using the TouchPad
Using the TouchPad
Scrolling with the TouchPad
Control buttons
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
Using the Dual Mode Pad
Using the Dual Mode Pad
Using Dual Mode
Using the Virtual Buttons
(Sample Illustration) Virtual buttons on the Dual Mode Pad
Using the Dual Mode Pad
Enabling Dual Mode
Configuring virtual buttons
Using external display devices
Using external display devices
Connecting an external monitor or projector
Using external display devices
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Adjusting the quality of the external display
Using an external keyboard
Using an external keyboard
Using a mouse
Connecting a printer
Connecting a printer
Setting up a printer
1Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Printers, click Add a printer.
Connecting an optional external diskette drive
Connecting an optional external diskette drive
Turning off the computer
Options for turning off the computer
Hibernation mode
Sleep mode
Using the Shut Down command
Turning off the computer more quickly
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Restarting your computer
Using and configuring Hibernation mode
Configuring Hibernation mode options
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Starting again from Hibernation mode
Using and configuring Sleep mode
Configuring Sleep mode options
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Customizing your computers settings
Starting again from Sleep mode
Closing the display panel
Customizing your computers settings
Caring for your computer
Cleaning the computer
Moving the computer
Caring for your computer
Using a computer lock
Chapter 2
Learning the Basics
Computing tips
Using the keyboard
Character keys
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
Function keys
Special Windows keys
Overlay keys
Using the overlay to type numeric data
Using the overlay for cursor control
Starting a program
Starting a program
Starting a program from the Start menu
Starting a program
Starting a program from Windows Explorer
Saving your work
Starting a program using the Start Search field
Saving your work
Saving your work
Saving files
File names
Printing your work
Using a file extension
Printing your work
Backing up your work
Backing up your work
Restoring your work
Using the optical drive
Optical drive components
Media control buttons
(Sample Illustration) Media Control buttons
Inserting a compact disc
Playing an audio CD
Playing optical media
Creating a CD/DVD
Removing a disc with the computer on
Toshibas online resources
Removing a disc with the computer off
Caring for CD or DVD discs
Toshibas online resources
Chapter 3
Mobile Computing
Toshibas energy-saver design
Running the computer on battery power
Running the computer on battery power
Battery Notice
Charging batteries
Power management
Using additional batteries
Charging batteries
Charging batteries
Charging the main battery
Charging the RTC battery
Monitoring main battery power
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Determining remaining battery power
What to do when the main battery runs low
Setting battery notifications
Conserving battery power
Power Plans
Using a hot key to set the Power Plan
Changing the main battery
Changing the main battery
Removing the battery from the computer
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Changing the main battery
Inserting a charged battery
Taking care of your battery
Safety precautions
Maintaining your battery
Disposing of used batteries
Traveling tips
Traveling tips
Chapter 4
Exploring Your Computers Features
Exploring the desktop
Exploring the desktop
Finding your way around the desktop
Icons
Exploring the desktop
Start button
Taskbar
Notification Area
Setting up for communications
Determining the COM port
Connecting a modem to a telephone line
Connecting your computer to a network
Accessing a network
Setting up the connection
How to disable the Ethernet LAN port
Using Wireless LAN connectivity
An overview of using the Internet
The Internet
The World Wide Web
Internet Service Providers
Connecting to the Internet
Surfing the Internet
Internet features
Exploring audio features
Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet
Exploring audio features
Recording sounds
Using a microphone
Exploring audio features
Using external speakers or headphones
Using PC Cards
Using PC Cards
Inserting a PC Card
Using PC Cards
Removing a PC Card
Setting up a PC Card for your computer
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot
Inserting memory media
Using the i.LINK port
Removing memory media
Using the i.LINK port
Chapter 5
Toshiba Utilities
TOSHIBA Assist
Connect
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Optimize
Setting passwords
Using an instant password
Using a supervisor password
Setting a supervisor password
Deleting a supervisor password
Using a user password
Setting a user password
Deleting a user password
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
Mouse Utility
Mouse Utility
Toshiba H ardware Setup
Toshiba Hardware Setup
Toshiba H ardware Setup
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
TOSHIBA Accessibility
TOSHIBA Accessibility
Fingerprint Authentication Utility
Fingerprint utility limitations
Fingerprint Enrollment
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Fingerprint Logon
Power-on Security
Enabling Power-on Security
Fingerprint Management
Control Center
Fingerprints
Settings
Help
About
Elevate Administrative Privileges for User
Password Bank
Biomenu
Registering a new Web page or dialog
Replaying a registered Web page or dialog
Replaying registrations with multiple forms
Replaying a registered dialog
Editing an existing registration
Deleting a registration
How to Delete the Fingerprint Data
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader
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Fingerprint reader limitations
ConfigFree
Getting Started
Starting ConfigFree
ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor
Profile Settings
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Chapter 6
If Something Goes Wrong
Problems that are easy to fix
Your program stops responding.
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 optional external diskette drive.
The computer displays the
The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message.
The AC power light is blinking.
The Windows operating system is not working
The Windows operating system is not working
Using Startup options to fix problems
The Windows operating system is not working
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 operating system can help you
Resolving a hardware conflict
A plan of action
Resolving conflicts
Fixing a problem with Device Manager
Checking device properties
Memory problems
Power and the batteries
The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adaptor and power cord/cable.
The AC adaptor and power cord/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.
Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard.
Display problems
The screen is blank.
The screen does not look right.
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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.
Optical drive problems
You cannot access a disc in the drive.
Sound system problems
The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise.
PC Card problems
PC Card checklist
Resolving PC Card problems
The slot appears 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.
Wireless networking problems
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DVD operating problems
Special considerations for the Windows operating system
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption is not enabled on the wireless access point.
The Windows operating system wireless management facility does not work.
DVD operating problems
A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title.
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.
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows operating system
Saving system configuration with Restore Points
Backing up your data or your entire computer with the Windows operating system
General tips for installing hardware and software
If you need further assistance
If you need further assistance
Before you contact Toshiba
If you need further assistance
Contacting Toshiba
Toshibas Technical Support Web site
Toshiba voice contact
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
Toshibas worldwide offices
Toshibas worldwide offices
Appendix A
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards
Hot Key Cards
Hot Key Cards
Using the Hot Key Cards
Application Cards
Application Cards
Using the Application Cards
Application Cards
Card Case
Hot Key Functions
Volume Mute
Password security
Without a password
With a password
Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged
Power plan
Sleep mode
Hibernation mode
Display modes
Display brightness
Disabling or enabling wireless devices
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad
Zooming applications in/out
Keyboard hot key functions
Appendix B
Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Glossary
Acronyms
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