Main
Models: Satellite M30/M35 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives
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)
Europe EU Declaration of Conformity
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/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
Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability
Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health
Regulatory statements
European Union (EU) and EFTA
Canada-Industry Canada (IC)
Caution: FCC Interference Statement
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
Taiw an
Using this equipment in Japan
2.4FH1
Device Authorization
DVD-ROM, multi-function drive safety instructions
Location of the required label
Copyright
Export Administration Regulation
Notice
Trademarks
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Contents
Introduction ..............................................................33
Chapter 1: Getting Started ......................................... 37
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics ................................. 67
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing ...................................99
Chapter 4: Expansion Options ................................. 112
Chapter 5: Enhancing Productivity .......................... 119
Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities .....................................145
Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong ..................... 161
Appendix A: Hot Keys ..............................................191
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Introduction
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This guide
Safety icons
Other icons used
Other documentation
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Service options
Chapter 1
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
Other precautions
Setting up your computer
Connecting to a power source
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Charging the battery
Adding memory
Installing a memory module
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Removing a memory module
Checking total memory
Turning on the computer
Opening the display panel
Turning on the power
Using the TouchPad
Scrolling with the TouchPad
Control buttons
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
Setting up your software
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Setting up other devices
Turning off the computer
Closing the display panel
Using external display devices
Connecting the display device
Selecting video cables
Connecting to the video-out port
Connecting an external monitor or projector
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
Adjusting the quality of the external display
Using an external keyboard
Using a mouse
Connecting a local printer
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Connecting an optional external diskette drive
Connecting external speakers or headphones
Connecting a microphone
Chapter 2
Learning the Basics
Computing tips
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Using the keyboard
Character keys
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
Function keys
Windows special keys
Overlay keys
Using the overlay to type numeric data
Using the overlay for cursor control
Starting a program
Starting a program from the Start menu
Starting a program from Windows Explorer
Starting a program from the Run dialog box
Saving your work
Saving files
File names
Using a file extension
Printing your work
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive
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CD/DVD control buttons
CD/DVD control and digital audio modes
Inserting compact discs
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Removing compact discs
Caring for CDs or DVDs Discs
Using PC Cards
Hot swapping
Hot swapping precautions
Using SD (Secure Digital) cards
Using your computer at the office
Using a computer lock
Caring for your computer
Cleaning the computer
Moving the computer
Backing up your work
Restoring your work
Preparing for communications
Powering down the computer
Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down
Shutting down more quickly
Starting again after Shut down
Using Hibernation
Configuring your computer for Hibernation
Starting again from Hibernation mode
Using Standby
Going into Standby mode more quickly
Starting again from Standby mode
Toshibas online resources
Chapter 3
Mobile Computing
Toshibas energy-saver design
Running the computer on battery power
Battery Notice
Charging the battery
Maximizing battery life
Charging the RTC battery
Monitoring battery power
Displaying remaining battery power
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What to do when the battery alarm sounds
Changing batteries
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Disposing of used batteries
Conserving power
Power profiles in Windows XP
Using a hot key to set the power profile
Additional options for power
Chapter 4
Expansion Options
Devices for office computing
Connecting external (optional) devices
Using an external keyboard
Using a mouse
Connecting a USB mouse
Using a printer
Connecting a parallel printer
Setting up your printer
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Using the Wi-Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI module
Chapter 5
Enhancing Productivity
Exploring the desktop
Finding your way around the desktop
Icons
Start button
Taskbar
System tray
Exchanging data with another computer
Transferring files
Getting help transferring files
Setting up for communications
Determining the COM port
Connecting the modem to a telephone line
Connecting your computer to a network
Accessing a network
Setting up the connection
Using the Ethernet LAN Port
Setting up a wireless connection
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
Uploading and downloading files from the Internet
Exploring audio features
Playing an audio CD
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Playing CDs using Auto-Run
Creating a CD
Recording sounds
Using a microphone
Adjusting recording quality
Using external speakers or headphones
Inserting and removing hard drives
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Inserting and removing PC Cards
Inserting a PC Card
Removing a PC Card
Inserting and removing Wi-Fi modules
Setting up a PC Card for your computer
Using SD cards
Inserting an SD card
Removing an SD card
Using the i.LINK port
Connecting your modem to a telephone line
Connecting to a phone line
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Chapter 6
Toshiba Utilities
Fn-esse
Starting Fn-esse
Using drag-and-drop to assign a key
Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys
Making a direct key assignment
Making a popup assignment
Viewing existing key assignments
Changing or removing existing key assignments
TOSHIBA Console
Customizing Your Computer
Network
Security
Power Management
Profiles
Quickly creating a new power mode
Customizing a power mode
Mouse utility
Hotkey utility
Toshiba Hardware Settings
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Enabling Hibernation
Setting user passwords
Using an instant password
Setting a user password
Disabling a user password
Using a supervisor password
Setting a supervisor password
Deleting a supervisor password
Chapter 7
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 external diskette drive.
The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message.
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
Resolving conflicts
Fixing a problem with Device Manager
Disabling a device
Checking device properties
Memory 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.
The built-in screen flickers.
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 message.
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.
Sound system problems
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
Power usage profile
Stand By mode
Hibernation mode
Hot Keys Display modes
Display modes
Display brightness
Sample display options window In o
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
Keyboard hot keys
Appendix B
Power Cable Connectors
Appendix C
Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer
Getting Started
ConfigFree Main Screen
Starting ConfigFree
Configuring ConfigFree
ConfigFree Utilities
Connectivity Doctor
Device Settings
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Profile Settings
Add, Modify, and Delete a Profile
Switch Profiles
Quick Connect
Using Auto Switch
Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect)
Auto Switch (SSID)
Glossary
Acronyms
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These terms may appear in this users guide.
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Index
Numerics
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