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Protection of Stored Data
Critical Applications
FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information
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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
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Taiw an
Using this Equipment in Japan
Device Authorization
Radio approvals for wireless device
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5005GS Mini PCI Wireless network adapter
Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries
Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability
Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health
Regulatory statements
European Union (EU) and EFTA
Using this equipment in Japan
Device Authorization
2.4FH1
DVD-ROM, multi-function drive safety instructions
Location of the required label
Copyright
Export Administration Regulation
Notice
Trademarks
Computer disposal information
Contents
Introduction................................................................................ 29
Chapter 1: Getting Started......................................................... 34
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Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 78
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing.................................................104
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computers Features...................120
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities......................................................140
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong....................................184
Appendix A: Hot Keys.............................................................. 228
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors..........................233
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Introduction
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This guide
Safety icons
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Other icons used
Other documentation
Service options
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Keeping yourself comfortable
Precautions
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Important information on your computers cooling fan
Setting up your computer
Setting up your software
Registering your computer with Toshiba
Adding external devices
Connecting to a power source
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Charging the main battery
Using the computer for the first time
Opening the display panel
Your computers features and specifications
Turning on the power
Adding memory
Installing a memory module
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Removing a memory module
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Checking total memory
Hard Drive Recovery Utilities (for the U100 model only)
Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs
Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition
Recovering the original factory image (recommended)
Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the current partition size
Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size
Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media
Recovering the original factory image (recommended)
Recovering the C: partition of the HDD only
Recovering the entire HDD without the HDD Recovery Area
Checking the HDD operating status
Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility
Installing drivers and applications
Using the Accupoint II pointing device
Turning off the computer
Closing the display panel
Devices for office computing
libretto DVD Dock
Connecting the libretto DVD Dock
Removing the libretto DVD Dock
Using external display devices
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
Setting up your printer
Using the Add Printer Wizard
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Caring for your computer
Cleaning the computer
Moving the computer
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
Backing up your work
Restoring your work
Using the libretto DVD Dock
libretto DVD Dock control buttons
Inserting discs (CD or DVD)
Playing audio
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Caring for CD or DVD Discs
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
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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 batteries
Charging the main battery
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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Taking care of your battery
Safety precautions
Maximizing battery life
Disposing of used batteries
Conserving power
Power profiles
Using a hot key to set the power profile
Additional options for power
Chapter 4
Exploring Your Computers Features
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
Inserting and removing PC Cards
Inserting a PC Card
Removing a PC Card
Setting up a PC Card for your computer
Using a Secure Digital (SD) card
Inserting an SD card
Removing an SD card
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Chapter 5
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 Assist
Connect
Secure
Protect & Fix
Optimize
PC Diagnostic Tool
Quick Launch Utility
Power Management
Profiles
Creating a new power mode
Customizing a power mode
Mouse Utility
Hotkey Utility
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup
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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
HDD Protection
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TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
TOSHIBA Accessibility
TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility
Booting from a bootable SD card
Fingerprint recognition utility
Getting started How OmniPass works
Enrolling in OmniPass
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Replacing your passwords OmniPass Authentication Toolbar
Remembering passwords
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Authentication settings
Password management
OmniPass user identities
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Choosing user identity during login
Switching user identity
Identities and password management
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint sensor
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Fingerprint sensor limitations
Chapter 6
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 optional external diskette drive.
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 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
Plug and Play
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 cord/cable.
The AC adapter 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
The keyboard produces unexpected characters.
Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard.
Display problems
The screen is blank.
The screen does not look right.
The built-in screen flickers.
The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work.
Small bright dots appear on your TFT di splay when you turn on your computer.
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.
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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.
The disc will not come out of the drive when you click the eject button on the screen.
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 slot appears 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.
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
The modem will not receive or transmit properly.
The modem is on, set up properly and still will not transmit or receive data.
Wireless device problems
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Special considerations for Windows XP
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption is not enabled on the wireless access point.
The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work.
DVD operating problems
A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
Jumping video lines appear around the DVD-ROM video window.
DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted.
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 hard disk.
Read the users guides.
Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP
Saving system configuration with Restore Points
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Backing up your data to CDs with Windows XP
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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
Toshibas Technical Support Website
Toshiba voice contact
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
Toshibas worldwide offices
If Something Goes Wrong Toshibas worldwide offices
Appendix A
Hot Keys
Volume Mute
Instant password security
Power usage profile
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Standby mode
Hibernation mode
Display modes
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Display brightness
Keyboard hot keys
Appendix B
Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Appendix C
Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer
Getting Started
Starting ConfigFree
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ConfigFree Utilities
Connectivity Doctor
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Search for Wireless Devices
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Creating a new wireless connection
Creating a detected device wireless connection
Transferring files using Bluetooth
Disconnecting from a Bluetooth device
Profile Settings
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ConfigFree SUMMIT
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Using ConfigFree SUMMIT
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Quick Connect
Toshiba Wireless Projector
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Direct Link Toshiba Device
Using the Automatic Switch
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
Glossary
Acronyms
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These terms may appear in this users guide.
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