Toshiba P25 Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop

108 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System

Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop

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Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop

The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in

the Windows® XP operating system. You use its features to

start programs, find documents, set up system components,

and perform most other computing tasks.

Finding your way around the desktop

Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features:

icons, Start button, shortcut tray, taskbar, system tray, and

background pattern.

Sample Desktop

Icons

Start button Task bar System tray

Contents

Main Satellite P25 Series Users Guide Model: Satellite P25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives Protection of Stored Data Critical Applications FCC Notice Industry Canada Requirement FCC Requirements Telephone Company Procedures If Problems Arise Disconnection Fax Branding Alarm Equipment Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 1 2 3 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 2 3 4 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 Computer Disposal Information Contents Introduction............................................................................... 33 Chapter 1: Getting Started........................................................ 37 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................ 65 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing.................................................. 93 Page Page Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options........................................ 184 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong................................... 207 Appendix A: Hot Keys...............................................238 Page Introduction 34 This guide Safety icons Other icons used 36 Other documentation 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 Precautions Page Setting up your computer Setting up your software Page Registering your computer with Toshiba Adding external devices Connecting the AC adapter 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 Removing a memory module Connecting a mouse Connecting a 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 Page Chapter 2 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 Drive components and control buttons DVD-ROM drive components CD/DVD control buttons CD/DVD control and digital audio modes Inserting a disc Page Playing an audio CD Page 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 Using Shut Down Hibernation command Stand By command Turning off more quickly Starting again after Shut down Using Hibernation Going into Hibernation mode more quickly Starting again from Hibernation mode Using Stand By Going into Stand By mode more quickly Starting again from Stand By Toshibas online resources Chapter 3 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 Page Taking care of your battery Safety precautions Maximizing battery life Disposing of used batteries safely Traveling tips Page Chapter 4 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 Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding windows Using the taskbar Minimizing and maximizing windows Resizing and moving windows Page 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 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 5 Getting to Know the Windows Center Edition Media Center Setup Connecting to a Television Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup Connecting the External Remote Sensor Connecting the VCR or Set Top Box to the Computer Starting the Media Center Page Page Navigating Media Center Remote Control For Media Center Remote Control Buttons Overview Page Remote Control Button Groups Direct Access Buttons Media Playback Buttons Page Using the Media Center Remote Control Watching Television Programs Page Selecting a Program from the TV Guide Watching a Recorded TV Program Searching for a TV Program Recording TV Recording TV tips Recording from the Guide Recording from Search Recording Manually Changing Your Settings Changing recording priorities Listening to Music Creating Your Music Library Using Windows Media Player Deleting Music Files Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library Playing Digital Music Files Finding Music Files in My Music Playing a Song Setting Up an Automatic Disc Jockey Finding and Playing an Album Creating a Playlist Displaying Your Pictures Page Viewing a Slide Show Sorting your Pictures Watching Your Digital Movies Organizing Your Videos Playing Digital Videos Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode Sorting Videos Watching a DVD Stopping a DVD Movie Playing a DVD movie already in your drive Changing the Media Center Settings Administrator Controlled Settings User Controlled Settings Changing General Settings Page Changing TV Recorder Settings About Recorded TV Storage Space Settings Change TV Guide Settings Changing Parental Controls for TV Viewing Changing DVD Movie Language Selecting Closed Captioning Page Changing Picture Settings 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 Connecting the modem to a telephone line Setting up a dial-up connection Exchanging data with another computer Getting started Getting help transferring files Connecting to the Internet 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 the Modular Bay Removing a module from the Modular Bay Inserting a module into the Modular Bay Using PC Cards PC Card supporting software Inserting PC Cards Removing PC Cards Hot swapping Hot swapping precautions Chapter 7 If Something Goes Wrong Your program stops responding. Page 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 displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message. The computer displays the Non-System disk or disk error message. The Windows operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. My browser can not find the URL address I typed in. My browser can not 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 Direct Memory Access Plug and Play Resolving conflicts Fixing a problem with Device Manager Disabling or enabling a device Checking device properties Memory card 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 Error-checking Your hard disk seems very slow. Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Some programs run correctly but others do not. DVD-ROM or multifunction 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 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. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails. The system does not recognize your PC Card or PCMCIA socket controller. A PC Card error occurs. Printer problems The printer will not print. The printer will not print what you see on the screen. Modem problems Develop good computing habits Read the users guides. If you need further assistance Before you call Contacting Toshiba Toshiba voice contact Other Toshiba Internet Web sites Toshiba s worldwide offices Page Page Page Appendix A Hot Keys Instant password security Without a password With a password Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged 240 Sound Power usage mode Stand By mode 242 Hibernation mode Display modes 244 Enabling a wireless device Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Keyboard hot keys Appendix B Power Cable Connectors Appendix C Using ConfigFree your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ConfigFree Main Screen Starting ConfigFree Configuring ConfigFree ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor Device Settings Page Profile Settings Add, Modify, and Delete a Profile Switch Profiles Quick Connect Using Auto Switch Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect) Auto Switch (SSID) Glossary Acronyms Page Glossary 258 Ter ms The following terms may appear in this users guide. 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