160 If Something Goes Wrong
DVD operating problems
To enable or disable wireless communication, use the
Fn + F8 key. For more information see “TOSHIBA
Function Keys” on page 170.
❖Use IPCONFIG to verify that the computer has a useful
IP address - one other than the private address of
169.254.xxx.xxx assigned by Windows®.
1From the Start screen, type Cmd.
2Click Command Prompt.
3Enter IPCONFIG/ALL, and then press ENTER.
The IP address for each active network adapter will be
displayed.
❖Connect your computer directly to your router or
broadband modem, by plugging a standard CAT5
Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your
computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection
problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi® part
of your network.
❖If you have enabled any security provisions (closed
system, MAC address filtering, Wired Equivalent Privacy
[WEP], etc.), check the access point vendor's Web site
for recent firmware upgrades. Problems with WEP keys,
in particular, are frequently addressed in new firmware
releases.
DVD operating problems
If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may be able
to fix the problem yourself.
For general problems playing a DVD title, try the following
steps:
1Verify that the disc is in a format that the drive supports.
2Ensure that the disc is properly inserted in the drive tray.
3Use the DVD Player software that came with your
computer to view DVD movies.
4Clean the disc and try again.
A dirty drive can also cause audio problems. If you have
tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your
drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned.
5From the Start screen, type Computer. Click or touch
Computer from the list that appears.
The optical disc drive should appear in the list.
NOTE