Toshiba PSLD8U08201E, L355-S7907 TOSHIBA Button Support

140 Utilities

TOSHIBA Button Support

To zoom in, hold down the Fn key and press 2; to zoom out, hold

down the Fn key and press 1.

For more information about how to use the TOSHIBA Zooming

Utility, right-click the icon in the Notification Area and then

click Help.

TOSHIBA Button Support

(Available on certain models)

TOSHIBA Button Support allows you to customize the Mute and

Media buttons. These buttons are located on the system control

panel directly above the keyboard.

To access TOSHIBA Button Support:

1Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in the Optimize

tab of TOSHIBA Assist.

The TOSHIBA Button Support window appears.

(Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Support screen

2Under Button Name, select the button whose function is to be

customized.

3Make the desired selections.

4Click Close.

Contents

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 The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information VCCI Class B Information Modem Warning Notice Conformity Statement Taiw an Using this Equipment in Japan Device Authorization Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BXB72 2.4 + 5GHz 11n minicard 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 AR5BXB63 11g minicard Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek RTL8187B Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel Wireless Wi-Fi Link 4965AGN 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 Device Authorization 2.4FH1 Optical Drive Safety Instructions Location of the Required Label Copyright Export Administration Regulation Notice Trademarks Computer Disposal Information Contents Introduction................................................................................ 35 Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 40 Page Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 78 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................... 94 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computers Features...................111 Chapter 5: Utilities.................................................................... 125 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong....................................147 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards .................................178 Page Introduction 36 This guide This guide 38 Safety icons Safety icons Other icons used Other documentation Other documentation Service options Chapter 1 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Setting up a work environment Selecting a place to work Keeping yourself comfortable Precautions Selecting a place to work Setting up your computer 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 Page Page Page Page Removing a memory module Page Checking total memory Using the TouchPad Using the TouchPad Scrolling with the TouchPad Control buttons Using external display devices Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Using external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Using external display devices Adjusting the quality of the external display Using an external keyboard Using an external keyboard Using a mouse Connecting a printer Connecting an optional external diskette drive Setting up a printer 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 Page Restarting your computer Using and configuring Hibernation mode Configuring Hibernation mode options Starting again from Hibernation mode Using and configuring Sleep mode Configuring Sleep mode options Page Starting again from Sleep mode Closing the display panel Customizing your computers settings 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 Computing tips Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Character keys Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Function keys Starting a program Starting a program from the Start menu Starting a program from Windows Explorer Starting a program using the Start Search field Saving your work Saving your work Saving files Printing your work File names 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 Inserting an optical disc Page Playing an audio CD Playing optical media Recording optical media Removing a disc with the computer on Removing a disc with the computer off Toshibas online resources Caring for optical 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 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 Removing the battery from the computer Page Inserting a charged battery Taking care of your battery Taking care of your battery Safety precautions Taking care of your battery Maintaining your battery Disposing of used batteries 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 Using Wireless LAN connectivity Connecting your computer to a network Accessing a network Setting up the connection Connecting a modem to a telephone line Page 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 Exploring audio features Recording sounds Using a microphone Using external speakers or headphones Web Cam er a Web Camer a Using an ExpressCard Using an ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Inserting memory media Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Removing memory media Chapter 5 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist Page Page Page TOSHIBA Assist 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 TOSHIB A Hardwa re Setu p TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIB A Hardwa re Setu p TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA Button Support TOSHIBA Button Support CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Accessibility ConfigFree Getting Started Starting ConfigFree ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor Profile Settings Page 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 internal storage drive 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 Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard. Display problems The screen is blank. The screen does not look right. Page Disk or internal storage drive problems You are having trouble accessing a drive, 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. ExpressCard problems ExpressCard checklist Resolving ExpressCard problems The slot appears to be dead. ExpressCards that used to work no longer work. The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert an ExpressCard. The system does not recognize your ExpressCard. An ExpressCard error occurs. 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. The modem is on, set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Wireless networking problems Page The Windows operating system wireless management facility does not work. DVD operating problems 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 internal storage drive. 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 Page If you need further assistance If you need further assistance Before you contact Toshiba Contacting Toshiba Toshibas Technical Support Web site 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 Application Cards Using the Application Cards Card Case Hot key functions Volume Mute Lock (Instant security) Power plan Sleep mode Hibernation mode Output (Display switch) Display brightness Disabling or enabling wireless devices Disabling or enabling the TouchPad Zoom (Display resolution) Keyboard hot key functions Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Glossary Acronyms Page Ter ms A B C Page D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U W Index Page 210 Page 212