Satellite® P100/P105 Series User’s Guide
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Model: Satellite® P100/P105 Series
Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty
Protection of Stored Data
Critical Applications
FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”
Industry Canada Requirement
FCC requirements
Disconnection
Instructions for IC CS-03Certified 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
Using this Equipment in Japan
Device Authorization
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
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Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in
European Community Countries
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Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Interoperability
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health
Regulatory statements
Canada — Industry Canada (IC)
Using this Equipment in Japan
2.4FH1
Device Authorization
CD-RW/DVD-ROMor Multi-functionDrive Safety Instructions
Location of the Required Label
Copyright
Export Administration Regulation
Notice
Trademarks
Computer Disposal Information
Contents
This guide
Safety icons
Other icons used
Other documentation
Turning on the power
Control buttons
on the computer
Setting up your printer
commands
CD-RW/DVD-ROMor multi-functiondrive
Toshiba’s energy-saverdesign
Running the computer on battery power
Battery Notice
Power management
Using additional batteries
Internet Service Providers
Connecting to the Internet
Surfing the Internet
Internet features
Uploading to, and downloading files from
Mouse Utility
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
TOSHIBA Button Controls
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
problems
Sound system problems
PC Card problems
Printer problems
Modem problems
Getting Started
Starting ConfigFree
ConfigFree Utilities
Connectivity Doctor
Search for Wireless Devices
Introduction
This guide
Safety icons
Other icons used
Other documentation
Service options
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
Creating a computer-friendlyenvironment
Keeping yourself comfortable
Precautions
1.Turn off the computer
2.Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer
3.Remove the battery pack
Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
Selecting a place to work
❖Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active
❖Scan all new files for viruses
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan
Setting up your computer
Setting up your software
Registering your computer with Toshiba
display the message: “An Internet connection could not be
chosen.” Click Next to continue
and network settings
Registering your computer with Toshiba
register.toshiba.com
Adding external devices
Connecting to a power source
To connect AC power to the computer:
1Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter
Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter
2Plug the AC adapter into the DC-INon the back of the computer
Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer
The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue
❖Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected)
❖Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged
Using the main battery
Using the computer for the first time
Opening the display panel
Your computer’s features and specifications
Turning on the power
Adding memory (optional)
Installing a memory module
Turn off
2Click Turn Off
Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover
7Remove the memory slot cover
9Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging
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Removing a memory module
Pull the clips away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly
Sample removing the memory module
4Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw
6Turn the computer right side up
7Reconnect the cables
Using the TouchPad™
Scrolling with the TouchPad™
Control buttons
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
Disable
Enable
Apply
Using the Dual Mode Pad
Scrolling with the Dual Mode Pad
Using the Control buttons
Using Tap Zones
Using the Virtual Buttons
Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad
Using external display devices
Connecting an external monitor or projector
3Turn on the external device
Set the display mode by pressing
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
1Press Fn and F5 simultaneously
This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order:
Using an external keyboard
Using a mouse
Connecting a printer
Setting up your printer
Connecting an optional external diskette drive
Turning off the computer
Options for turning off the computer
Turn Off or Shut Down
Hibernation mode
Standby mode
Using the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down commands
Turn Off
Shut Down
Restarting your computer
Using and configuring Hibernation mode
Configuring Hibernation mode options
Starting again from Hibernation mode
Using and configuring Standby mode
Configuring Standby mode options
Starting again from Standby mode
Closing the display panel
Caring for your computer
Cleaning the computer
Moving the computer
Using a computer lock
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Learning the Basics
Computing tips
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Using the keyboard
Character keys
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
Function keys
Windows special keys
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
Backing up your work
Restoring your work
Using the CD-RW/DVD-ROMor multi-functiondrive
CD-RW/DVD-ROMor multi-functiondrive components
Media Control Buttons
Inserting a compact disc
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Playing an audio CD
Sample Windows Media Player screen
❖To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button
❖To stop the CD, click the Stop button
Playing CDs using Auto-Run
Creating a CD
Removing a disc with the computer on
Removing a disc with the computer off
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
Toshiba’s online resources
Mobile Computing
Toshiba’s energy-saverdesign
Battery Notice
Power management
Using additional batteries
Charging batteries
Charging the main battery
Charging the RTC battery
Monitoring main battery power
HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light () with the on/off light ()
Determining remaining main battery power
Sample Power Meter tab of Power Options Properties
What to do when the main battery runs low
Setting battery alarms
Conserving battery power
Power Schemes
Using a hot key to set the Power Scheme
Changing the main battery
Removing the battery from the computer
Inserting a charged battery
2Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks
Sample inserting the battery
3Slide the battery release lock to the locked position
4Turn the computer right side up
Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of
Taking care of your battery
Safety precautions
Maximizing battery life
Disposing of used batteries
Traveling tips
Exploring the desktop
Finding your way around the desktop
Icons
Start button
Taskbar
System tray
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
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 to, and downloading files from, the Internet
Exploring audio features
Recording sounds
Using a microphone
Using external speakers or headphones
Using the i.LINK® port
Using PC Cards
Inserting a PC Card
Removing a PC Card
Setting up a PC Card for your computer
Using an ExpressCard™
Inserting an ExpressCard
Removing an ExpressCard
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot
Inserting memory media
Removing memory media
Toshiba Utilities
TOSHIBA Assist
Connect
Secure
Protect & Fix
Optimize
TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
To format an SD memory card using this utility:
The SD Memory Card Format screen appears
Sample SD Memory Card Format screen
2Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card
Setting passwords
Using an instant password
Using a supervisor or user password
Setting a supervisor password
Deleting a supervisor password
Setting a user password
Disabling a user password
TOSHIBA Password Utility
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PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility
Mouse Utility
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup
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TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
TOSHIBA Button Controls
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
TOSHIBA Accessibility
Fingerprint Authentication Utility
Fingerprint utility limitations
Fingerprint Enrollment
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Fingerprint Logon
Power-onSecurity
Enabling Power-onSecurity
Fingerprint Management
Control Center
Fingerprints
Settings
Help
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 sensor
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Fingerprint sensor limitations
If Something Goes Wrong
Problems that are easy to fix
2Click the Applications tab
3Select the program you want to close, then click End Task
Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then
To power off your computer, do one of the following:
If you are not connected to a domain server:
Problems when you turn on the computer
These problems may occur when you turn on the power
The computer will not start
Press and hold the power switch for at least 10 seconds
The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens
The computer displays the
message
The Windows® operating system is not working
Using Startup options to fix problems
Internet problems
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 problems
Power and the batteries
The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does
Keyboard problems
Display problems
The screen does not look right
The built-inscreen flickers
Disk drive problems
Error-checking
Your data files are damaged or corrupted
Some programs run correctly but others do not
A diskette will not go into the optional external diskette drive
The drive cannot read a diskette
CD-RW/DVD-ROMor multi-functiondrive problems
Sound system problems
PC Card problems
Card Information Structure
PC Card checklist
Resolving PC Card problems
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card
Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card:
1Double-clickthe Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray
icon on the System tray
2Select the item you wish to remove
Printer problems
Modem problems
Wireless networking problems
2Double-click Network Connections
4Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties
5Select Obtain an IP address automatically
Run
Cmd
Special considerations for Windows XP
DVD operating problems
A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROMmovie or title
2Click Properties
Screen Saver
4Deselect Shut off Monitor
Jumping video lines appear around the DVD-ROMvideo window
DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted
Desktop
3Select the Advanced Flat Panel tab
4Click Disable Display Stretch Feature
The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title
Develop good computing habits
Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP
Saving system configuration with Restore Points
4Click Restore my computer to an earlier time, then click Next
6Select the desired Restore Point from the list, and then click Next
Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP
Develop good computing habits
E-mail
Newsgroup files and
When you have finished copying files to the CD window, click
Write these files to CD
Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer and other Web browsers
General tips for installing hardware and software
If you need further assistance
Before you contact Toshiba
Contacting Toshiba
Toshiba’s Technical Support Web site
Toshiba voice contact
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
Toshiba’s worldwide offices
Italy
Centro Direzionale Colleoni
Palazzo Perseo
Via Paracelso
20041, Agrate Brianza
Hot Keys
Volume Mute
Password security
Without a password
With a password
Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged
Power usage
Standby mode
Hibernation mode
Display modes
Display brightness
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad or Dual Mode Pad
Zooming applications in/out
Keyboard hot keys
USA and Canada
AustraliaEurope
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Getting Started
Starting ConfigFree
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ConfigFree Utilities
Connectivity Doctor
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Search for Wireless Devices
Creating a new wireless connection
Sample dragging a device to the Access Point
Sample Wireless settings screen
3Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device
Wireless settings screen
Creating a detected device wireless connection
Transferring files using Bluetooth
Send to Bluetooth Devices
Disconnecting from a Bluetooth device
Profile Settings
Internet settings
Devices
TCP/IP settings
Profile
Add
Change Icon
Captured Items
Auto Switch Settings
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ConfigFree SUMMIT
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Using ConfigFree SUMMIT
Quick Connect
Toshiba Wireless Projector
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Direct Link Toshiba Device
Using the Automatic Switch
Semi-AutomaticSwitch Feature
3Select the Auto Switch (SSID) tab
List of target SSIDs and profiles
6Select Automatically switch profiles when connected to this SSID
7Check Automatically switch profile when connected to this SSID
Switch
Glossary
Acronyms
260 Glossary
DMA
DIMM
DOS
DPI
Terms
262 Glossary
original file is lost or damaged
basic input/output system (BIOS) — See BIOS
baud rate — The speed at which a communication device, such as a
second). See also bits per second
Glossary
. Compare
DVD-ROM
character
chip
264 Glossary
CPU cache
cache, L1 cache, L2 cache
cursor
specify an alternative setting
disk drive
diskette
double-density
diskette
high-density
266 Glossary
file
document
file allocation table (FAT)
file name
earth, and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit
software
Suspend
See also diskette
the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that
268 Glossary
Internet
World Wide Web
Mode Pad
than main memory. See also cache, CPU cache, L1 cache
microprocessor — See central processing unit (CPU)
microprocessor
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) — A standard for
— A standard for
modem
270 Glossary
palette — See color palette
palette
time. On your computer, the parallel port provides a parallel
device. Most modern printers are parallel. Compare serial
RAM (random access memory) — Volatile memory that can be
is used for your computer’s main memory. See also memory
Compare ROM
random access memory — See RAM
read-onlymemory — See ROM
272 Glossary
software
Standby
Suspend
system disk
Web — See World Wide Web
Web
Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication
protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless
communication components
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