Page 1 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: Toshiba’s Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see page 293 in this guide.
Page 2 TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA,...
Page 3 Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port port and microphone jack.
Page 4: Industry Canada Requirement
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: Toshiba’s Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Page 5: Telephone Company Procedures
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273.
Page 6 provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm...
Page 7: Wireless Interoperability
USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as defined...
Page 8: Wireless Lan And Your Health
Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment. Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Page 9 documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards. Canada – Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population;...
Page 10 EU Declaration of Conformity Toshiba declares, that the product: PLU10* conforms to the following Standards: This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is Toshiba Europe, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. VCCI Class B Information...
Page 11 2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.
Page 12: Device Authorization
The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. Toshiba Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100...
Page 13: Radio Approvals For Wireless Devices
The following restrictions apply: Do not disassemble or modify the device. Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only. Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices NOTE The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer.
Page 14 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than Belgique: 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m.
Page 15 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries European Community Countries Austria Belgium, France, Switzerland/Lichtenstein Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, UK...
Page 16 This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the 5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point. This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands.
Page 17 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.
Page 18: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
Wireless Technology Interoperability ® Bluetooth Cards from Toshiba are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
Page 19: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health
Always use Bluetooth cards from Toshiba in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) Toshiba portable computers using these cards. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
Page 20: Regulatory Statements
The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from Toshiba is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from Toshiba shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Page 21 2. If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations.
Page 22 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. Toshiba Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916...
Page 23 CD-RW drive, a Multi-drive, or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.
Page 24 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
Page 25 States and other countries. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Page 26: Table Of Contents
Keeping yourself comfortable ...42 Precautions...42 Important information on your computer’s Setting up your computer ...45 Setting up your software...46 Registering your computer with Toshiba ...47 Adding external devices ...48 Connecting to a power source ...49 Using the main battery...52 cooling fan ...45...
Page 27 Using the computer for the first time ...53 Opening the display panel ...53 Your computer’s features and specifications ...54 Turning on the power ...55 Adding memory (optional) ...56 Installing a memory module ...57 Removing a memory module...63 Using the Dual Mode Pad ...65 Using the Virtual Buttons ...65 Enabling Dual Mode ...67 Configuring virtual buttons ...67...
Page 28 Playing CDs using Auto-Run...110 Creating a CD or DVD ...111 Removing a disc ...112 Caring for CD or DVD Discs ...112 Toshiba’s online resources ...113 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing... 114 Toshiba’s energy-saver design...114 Running the computer on battery power ...114 Battery Notice ...115...
Page 29 Using additional batteries ...116 Charging batteries...117 Charging the main battery...117 Charging the RTC battery...118 Monitoring main battery power...119 Determining remaining battery power...121 What to do when the main battery runs low ...121 Setting battery alarms...122 Conserving battery power ...123 Power Profiles ...124 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile ...125 Changing the main battery ...126 Removing the battery from the computer ...126...
Page 30 Media Center Setup...169 Connecting to a Television ...169 Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Starting the Media Center ...174 Using Media Center...180 Using the Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control the Internet ...146 ® port...149 Have an Existing Setup ...171 with Media Center ...183 ®...
Page 31 Watching Television Programs ...190 Selecting a Program from the TV Guide...191 Watching a Recorded TV Program...193 Changing a scheduled recording...193 Searching for a TV Program to Watch ...194 Recording TV ...195 Recording TV tips ...196 Recording from the Guide...197 Recording from Search...198 Recording Manually ...199 Changing Your Settings ...199 Changing recording priorities ...200...
Page 32 Playing a DVD movie already in your drive ...217 Changing the Media Center Settings ...218 More Programs...227 Online Spotlight ...228 Getting Help for Media Center...229 Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities... 230 Fn-esse Starting Fn-esse Using the keyboard or pointing device to Viewing existing key assignments...234 Changing or removing existing key Hotkey Utility ...235...
Page 33 RAID-1 ...268 When you first start your computer ...269 Creating a new RAID-0 array...271 Toshiba RAID Console Utility ...274 Defining options for RAID-0 or RAID-1...277 Viewing the status of an array...280 Viewing the status of a hard disk drive ...282 Performing a media check on a RAID-1 array .284...
Page 34 Develop good computing habits ...326 Data and system configuration backup in If you need further assistance...333 Before you contact Toshiba ...333 Contacting Toshiba ...334 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...335 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...335 Appendix A: Hot Keys 337 Volume Mute ...337 Password security ...338 Without a password ...338...
Page 35 Enabling a wireless device ...343 Zooming applications in/out ...343 Keyboard hot keys ...344 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors... 345 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ... 346 Getting Started...347 Starting ConfigFree ...347 ConfigFree Utilities...349 Connectivity Doctor ...349 Search for Wireless Devices ...352 Profile Settings ...359...
Page 36: Introduction
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you Certain Microsoft NOTE NOTE computer may use technological measures for copy protection. IN SUCH EVENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THE PRODUCT IF YOU DO NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH THE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES.
Page 37: This Guide
For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Page 38: Safety Icons
Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not...
Page 39: Other Icons Used
Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: An electronic version of the user’s guide It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Other documentation...
Page 40: Service Options
To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Something Goes Wrong” on page 293. “If...
Page 41: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.
Page 42: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
Extreme heat, cold, or humidity Liquids and corrosive chemicals Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day.
Page 43 Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. Toshiba recommends that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on...
Page 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation. Before you remove a PC Card, always wait for it to cool. You could get burned removing a hot PC Card.
Page 45: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer. To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is not blocked.
Page 46: Setting Up Your Software
Getting Started Setting up your computer To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account, you must either connect the built-in modem to a telephone line or establish a Local Area Network (LAN) connection. See on page 139 Setting up your software NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which...
Page 47: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba
If you opt not to register at that time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.
Page 48: Adding External Devices
Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba Adding external devices Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting NOTE up your software. See Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to: Add more memory (see page Connect a mouse (see...
Page 49: Connecting To A Power Source
As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts. Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba-recommended alternate models to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adapter could cause fire or damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Page 50 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Power cord/cable (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adapter To connect AC power to the computer: Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 51 Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue. Never tamper with the cord/cable or plug;...
Page 52: Using The Main Battery
Getting Started Using the main battery The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery’s current charge: Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adapter connected) Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adapter is not plugged into the computer or AC outlet...
Page 53: Using The Computer For The First Time
TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and allows the battery to recharge.
Page 54: Your Computer's Features And Specifications
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
Page 55: Turning On The Power
Turning on the power Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. The first time you turn on the computer you should not have any accessories or third-party devices attached.
Page 56: Adding Memory (Optional)
Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.
Page 57: Installing A Memory Module
For more information on memory options, check the accessories information that came with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See software” on page Installing a memory module You need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. The computer has two memory module slots located on the base of the computer.
Page 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module with the computer’s power on may damage the computer, the module, or both. The computer has two memory module slots — Slot A and Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules. Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu.
Page 59 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. Remove the memory slot cover.
Page 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Place the screw and the memory module slot cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up.
Page 61 Pick up the memory module by its sides, avoiding any contact with its connectors. Position the module toward the socket, aligning the connector’s notch with the matching key in the socket. notch latch (Sample Illustration) Aligning the module with the socket Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot’s socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer).
Page 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) latches (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw.
Page 63: Removing A Memory Module
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. You can now continue setting up the computer. When the operating system has loaded, you can verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you are adding an extra memory module after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in...
Page 64 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Pull the clips away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly. Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw.
Page 65: Using The Dual Mode Pad
Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then click System. The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory.
Page 66 Left button: Opens the assigned email application Middle button: Opens the ConfigFree utility (see the Toshiba online Help for more information) Right button: Sends the item in the active window to the printer The other three virtual buttons have no default settings. You must configure these buttons in the Mouse Properties dialog box before they can be used.
Page 67: Enabling Dual Mode
Enabling Dual Mode To enable Dual Mode: Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Click Mouse. The Mouse Properties window appears. Click the Device Settings tab, then Settings. The Properties for Synaptics LuxPad window appears. In the left side of the window, select Tapping. Select Dual Mode.
Page 68: Using An External Keyboard
Getting Started Using an external keyboard Select the virtual button you wish to configure. Select the desired options, then click OK. Click OK. Click OK to close the Mouse Properties window. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer.
Page 69: Setting Up A Printer
You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through the USB ports. To determine if the printer is USB- compatible, check its documentation. To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with your printer. If a USB cable was not included with your printer, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.
Page 70: Using The Optional External Usb Diskette Drive
Getting Started Using the optional external USB diskette drive Click Start, and then click Printers and Faxes. The Printers and Faxes window appears. Click Add a printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer. Using the optional external USB diskette drive The optional external USB diskette drive allows you to use diskettes and is useful for installing software on the hard disk,...
Page 71: Connecting External Display Devices
(Sample Illustration) Optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the USB ports on your computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Connecting external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below:...
Page 72: Connecting The Display Device
To connect a device to the S-video port, you must purchase an S-video cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable. HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters). VGA (Monitor) Out port...
Page 73: Dvd Player
Using a poor-quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture, poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video. Connecting a digital or plasma television or VCR/ DVD player TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have digital TV service to watch digital TV on your computer.
Page 74 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Connecting the sound to a TV or stereo system At times you may prefer to use external audio instead of the computer’s built-in speakers. For example, when you use a TV or other external display device you can use that device’s speakers, or when you use the computer’s built-in display you can connect to external speakers or a stereo sound system for higher quality sound.
Page 75: Adjusting The Display Properties
To connect a standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player: Connect one end of the video cable to the external video device. Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its Video In port. Connect the other end of the video cable to the S-video Out port on the back of the computer.
Page 76 Getting Started Connecting external display devices In the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab. (Sample Image) Settings Tab On the Settings tab, click and drag the Screen resolution slider to the left to select a lower screen resolution. TECHNICAL NOTE: Most televisions use or support an 800 x 600 standard resolution.
Page 77: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet. Turn on the external device. While holding down between each press, until you get the desired setting. See the immediately following section on directing the display output for more information. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you connect an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or...
Page 78: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Getting Started Connecting External AV Input Devices TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel, and Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, and click Apply or OK.
Page 79 Connecting External AV Input Devices Connecting a Set-top box or standard TV antenna You can watch standard television by connecting a Set-top box or antenna to the Antenna In port on your computer. To do this: Connect the television Set-top box or antenna to the coaxial adapter cable.
Page 80: Turning Off The Computer
Getting Started Turning off the computer Connecting to the Composite In port The Composite In port provides another way to connect a VCR/DVD player or game console to your computer. To do this: Connect the external device’s video cable to the Composite In port on the right side of the computer.
Page 81: Hibernation Mode
Turn Off or Shut Down Factors to consider when choosing either Turn Off or Shut Down: Use the Turn Off command if you are using Windows XP Home, or either Windows ® Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE) and are not connected to a domain server.
Page 82: Standby Mode
Getting Started Turning off the computer When starting up again, Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than does turning off the computer. Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power to start up than when restarting from Standby.
Page 83: Using The Turn Off Computer Or Shut Down Commands
When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first.
Page 84 To use this method, you first need to activate it using Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. ® XP Professional or Windows ® dialog box appears.
Page 85 Click the Setup Action tab. (Sample Image) Setup action settings screen Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. When I press the power button Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when you press the power button.
Page 86: Using And Configuring Hibernation Mode
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. ® dialog box...
Page 87 Select Hibernation for the options you want. When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel.
Page 88: Using And Configuring Standby Mode
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. ® dialog box...
Page 89: Closing The Display Panel
Select Standby for the options you want. When I press the power button Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to go into Standby mode when you press the power button. When I close the lid Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to go into Standby mode when you close the display panel.
Page 90: Caring For Your Computer
Getting Started Caring for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see page 129. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings.
Page 91: Using A Computer Lock
You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object.
Page 92: Chapter 2: Learning The Basics
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips Save your work frequently. Your work temporarily stays in the computer’s memory until you save it to the hard disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working.
Page 93 If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance. Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet.
Page 94: Using The Keyboard
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page.
Page 95: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys
The emulation Fn key and the Wake up on Keyboard while in NOTE Standby are only functional when using the internal keyboard; they are not supported when using a USB keyboard. Your computer’s keyboard has only one Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left keys, or to the regular and numeric pad the full-sized keyboard.
Page 96: Windows® Special Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard through programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the specific functions on the computer. For example, off the pointing device. For more information, see “Fn-esse®” on page 231 ® Windows special keys (Sample Illustration) Windows Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: Windows key—Opens the Start menu...
Page 97: Using The Overlay To Type Numeric Data
The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard. Using the overlay to type numeric data To turn the numeric overlay on, press simultaneously.
Page 98: Starting A Program
Learning the Basics Starting a program To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control overlay is on, hold down overlay keys. To return to the cursor control overlay, release Shift To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the and press keyboard indicator panel goes out.
Page 99: Starting A Program From Windows Explorer
Click the program, in this example, WordPad. WordPad opens. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window. Starting a program from Windows If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu, you can start it from Windows you a view of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.”...
Page 100: Starting A Program From The Run Dialog Box
Learning the Basics Starting a program In the left pane of the window, click Accessories. Windows folder on the right side of the window. In the right pane of the window, double-click WordPad.exe. WordPad opens. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window.
Page 101: Saving Your Work
If you do not know the program’s location, you can search for it by returning to the Start menu and clicking Search. Follow the instructions on the Search screen. HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop-down list.
Page 102: File Names
Learning the Basics Saving your work A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a name for the file, and click OK HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name.
Page 103: Printing Your Work
Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of “.doc”...
Page 104: Backing Up Your Work
Learning the Basics Backing up your work From the Windows The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. Click Print. Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer.
Page 105: Restoring Your Work
Using the HD DVD-ROM and DVD Super Multi-drive (double Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online Help for your operating system documentation for information on restoring files.
Page 106: Drive Components And Control Buttons
Learning the Basics Using the HD DVD-ROM and DVD Super Multi-drive (double layer) (optical drive) For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you NOTE play DVDs while running the computer on AC power. You use CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs to load and run software, and to access reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music.
Page 107 Using the HD DVD-ROM and DVD Super Multi-drive (double Play/ Pause (Sample Illustration) Media control buttons above the computer keyboard The TV button: Launches Windows Media Center and activates the TV interface, when the computer is powered on and Windows is running. For more information, see “Watching Television Programs”...
Page 108: Inserting A Disc
Learning the Basics Using the HD DVD-ROM and DVD Super Multi-drive (double layer) (optical drive) The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc. The Next track button skips to the following track on the disc. The Record button records television programs which are currently being viewed.
Page 109: Playing An Audio Cd
Using the HD DVD-ROM and DVD Super Multi-drive (double With the label facing up, carefully place the disc partially into the slot until the disc stops or the drive starts pulling the disc in. (Sample Illustration) Positioning the disc in the drive Use only standard (12 cm) CD or DVD Discs.
Page 110: Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
Learning the Basics Using the HD DVD-ROM and DVD Super Multi-drive (double layer) (optical drive) Stop button Play/pause button (Sample Image) Windows Media The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button. To stop the CD, click the Stop button.
Page 111: Creating A Cd Or Dvd
PCs or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba PC or optical drive. Please refer to your PC's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities.
Page 112: Removing A Disc
Learning the Basics Using the HD DVD-ROM and DVD Super Multi-drive (double layer) (optical drive) Removing a disc Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disk or the drive.
Page 113: Toshiba's Online Resources
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions, and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more information, see “Contacting Toshiba”...
Page 114: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. Toshiba recommends you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling.
Page 115: Battery Notice
Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power.
Page 116: Power Management
Users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba’s Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional second battery (not included with your computer).
Page 117: Charging Batteries
Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, NOTE power management settings, and features used.
Page 118: Charging The Rtc Battery
Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, Toshiba recommends that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity.
Page 119: Monitoring Main Battery Power
To recharge the RTC battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet and leave the computer powered on for 24 hours. It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it NOTE charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working.
Page 120 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the NOTE battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply.
Page 121: Determining Remaining Battery Power
Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s capacity gradually decreases.
Page 122: Setting Battery Alarms
To change the default alarm settings: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears. Click the Setup Action tab. Configure the Alarm settings to suit your needs. “Using and configuring...
Page 123: Conserving Battery Power
Toshiba has combined these options into preset Power Profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs.
Page 124: Power Profiles
To do this: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Power Saver Properties window Select an appropriate profile for your work environment or create your own custom profile.
Page 125: Using A Hot Key To Set The Power Profile
Using a hot key to set the Power Profile You may use a hot key to set the Power Profile. To set the Power Profile: Press pop-up window. (Sample Image) Power Profile mode pop-up window While continuing to press desired Power Profile. The Power Profile options are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life.
Page 126: Changing The Main Battery
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Changing the main battery Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could also damage the battery pack. Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure.
Page 127 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Sliding the battery lock to the unlocked position Slide the battery release latch to release the battery while lifting up on the battery to remove it from the computer. (Sample Illustration) Removing the battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately.
Page 128: Inserting A Charged Battery
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks.
Page 129: Taking Care Of Your Battery
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries.
Page 130: Maximizing Battery Life
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click when it is seated properly. Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could explode. Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges.
Page 131: Disposing Of Used Batteries
Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens its life. If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adapter. Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
Page 132: Traveling Tips
Always travel with the computer in a carrying case. Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information.
Page 133: Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Page 134: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button (Sample Image) Windows operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Page 135: Start Button
The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Recycle Bin—Holds files you have deleted. You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a file from a diskette, it does not go into the Recycle Bin.
Page 136: Setting Up For Communications
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Taskbar Each time you open a program, a button associated with that program appears on the taskbar. With some programs, a button appears on the taskbar for each document or window you open. You can use these buttons to quickly switch between the programs or windows.
Page 137: Determining The Com Port
To stay current on the most recent software and hardware NOTE options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM (communications) ports.
Page 138 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications To find out which port your modem is connected to: Click Start, then Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware. Click Phone and Modem Options. The Phone and Modem Options Properties dialog box displays.
Page 139: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line. Plug one end of a telephone cable (purchased separately) into the modem port on the right side of the computer.
Page 140: Connecting To A Network
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. For more information on using a modem, see communications” on page Connecting to a network You can connect your computer to a network to increase its capabilities and functionality using one of its communication...
Page 141 To avoid this delay, you can reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also use ConfigFree to reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port. For procedures, “Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer” on page 346. To disable the LAN port: Click Start, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance.
Page 142: Using Wireless Lan Connectivity
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Using Wireless LAN Connectivity Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to NOTE purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module.
Page 143: An Overview Of Using The Internet
An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features. 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 The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and...
Page 144: Internet Service Providers
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection.
Page 145: Surfing The Internet
Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page. To visit a desired Web site, type the Web address. The Web address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet.
Page 146: Uploading To, And Downloading Files From, The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer).
Page 147: Using A Microphone
TECHNICAL NOTE: If you record MP3 files, you can only play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files. Using a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can use the internal microphone or attach an external microphone: If you are using the internal microphone, which is located near the front left corner of the computer, go to Otherwise, connect an external microphone to the computer, by locating the microphone jack on the left side of the...
Page 148: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. Sound Recorder can only record 60 seconds at a time. NOTE To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. To save the file, select Save from the File menu.
Page 149: Using The I.link ® Port
When you connect an optical digital audio-out cable (optional) directly to your digital stereo receiver port or stereo headphone jack, the internal speakers of your computer are disabled. TECHNICAL NOTE: Use amplified speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer.
Page 150: Inserting And Removing Pc Cards
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Inserting and removing PC Cards Inserting and removing PC Cards Your computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: Type I cards—You can install one of these cards. Type II cards—You can install one of these cards. The PC Card slot supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on.
Page 151: Removing A Pc Card
Removing a PC Card Prepare the card for removal by right-clicking on the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting the card or device you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later.
Page 152: Inserting An Expresscard
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Inserting an ExpressCard™ Inserting an ExpressCard™ The ExpressCard slot supports the use of ExpressCard media. The slot supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one ExpressCard with another while the computer is on. Inserting an ExpressCard™ Before you insert an ExpressCard, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it.
Page 153: Removing An Expresscard
Removing an ExpressCard™ Prepare the card for removal by right-clicking on the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting the card or device you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later.
Page 154: Using The Bridge Media Adapter Slot
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot The Bridge Media Adapter Slot supports the use of Memory Stick or Memory Stick ) Card, MMC (MultiMedia Card Card media. These media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.
Page 155: Removing Memory Media
Removing memory media Prepare the media for removal by right-clicking on the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting the media you want to remove. If the system is unable to prepare the media for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later.
Page 156: Using Qosmioplayer
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer Using QosmioPlayer Your computer includes the QosmioPlayer software, allowing you to watch television (if the computer is connected to a television or video source), play audio CDs, or watch DVD- video without having to launch the operating system. When using QosmioPlayer, some MCE Remote Control NOTE options will not function.
Page 157: Using The Media Control Buttons
Using the Media Control Buttons The Media Control buttons above the computer keyboard allow you to reverse to the previous song, skip to the next song, play or pause the CD, or stop the CD. Play/ Pause (Sample Illustration) Media Control buttons The Record button only works when using the Windows Media NOTE Center Edition, and is not operational when using...
Page 158: Playing An Audio Cd
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer Playing an audio CD Insert a supported audio CD into your optical drive. The QosmioPlayer automatically recognizes and plays supported CDs. When playing a supported audio CD, you also have the following keyboard options: Press a number on your keyboard to play a specific track on the Press this key to hide the audio CD option guide.
Page 159: Playing A Dvd
Playing a DVD Insert a supported DVD into your optical drive. The QosmioPlayer automatically recognizes and plays all supported DVDs. The Media Control buttons above the computer keyboard allow you to move to the previous chapter or next chapter, play or pause the movie, or stop the DVD. The following options must be supported by the DVD you are NOTE playing or they will not be available for use.
Page 160 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer Duplicated DVD discs may not play with QosmioPlayer. In NOTE addition, if any of the media are scratched or dirty, or not in compliance with standards, they may not play properly. In these cases, power on your computer and use the WinDVD™ software to play DVDs.
Page 161: Watching Television
Watching television Pressing the TV Media Control button allows you to watch television, if a TV source is connected to the computer. The first time you watch television, use the Setup menu to scan the available channels and select other settings. To display the Setup menu, press the the Set Up button on the QosmioPlayer remote control.
Page 162: Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control You can use your Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control to play CDs, DVDs, and videos; to view pictures; and to watch television programs through QosmioPlayer. The remote control helps you navigate the QosmioPlayer...
Page 163 Remote Control Buttons Overview Stop Record* Rewind Replay Back Arrows Volume Control Recorded Guide Clear (Sample Illustration) Remote Control Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer Power Pause Play Forward Skip More OK Button Start* Channel/ Page Control Mute DVD Menu Live TV Numeric Keypad Enter...
Page 164 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer The remote control has the following buttons/functions depending on which mode you are using: Button Power Turns the computer’s power on and off Play None Pause None Stop None Record Displays the message, “This function is not supported”...
Page 165 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Button TV Mode Left Moves the cursor left arrow one selection within QosmioPlayer menu Right Moves the cursor right arrow one selection within QosmioPlayer menu Accepts the current selection within QosmioPlayer menu Start Displays the message, “This function is not supported”...
Page 166 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer Using the Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control To begin using your remote control: Point the remote control at the remote control sensor. The remote control sensor is located on the front of your computer. Make sure there is nothing blocking the path between your remote control and the remote control sensor.
Page 167: Installing The Qosmioplayer Recovery Media
Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media To recover or repair QosmioPlayer on a computer that has the application installed: Insert the QosmioPlayer Recovery media into the drive, close the drive tray, and restart your computer from the CD. Press the 1 key on the computer’s keyboard to recover to the initial configuration.
Page 168: Chapter 5: Getting To Know The Windows
Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows Center Edition 2005 This section introduces you to the Windows Center Edition 2005, a complete multimedia center where you can play your entire library of audio, video, and picture media on your computer, using either your computer’s keyboard, mouse, or the remote control.
Page 169: Media Center Setup
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Media Center Setup This section shows you how to set up your computer to use the Media Center. There are many different methods you can use to connect your television and computer which are covered in the following sections.
Page 170 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Media Center Setup Some stations may not come in clearly if the signal is not NOTE strong enough. If you do not have a Set-top box, you may need to purchase a signal amplifier which may help boost and improve the cable signal.
Page 171: Connecting The Tv Signal Source When You Have An Existing Setup
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup This section describes how to connect the signal source from the wall to a VCR/DVD player to a TV using two coaxial cables (not shipped with your computer or system).
Page 172 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Media Center Setup VCR/DVD player or Set-top box to the S-video In port on the right side of the computer. Existing setup Wall Cable Coaxial cable Set-top box/ satellite In Set-top box/ satellite Out Coaxial...
Page 173 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Connecting the External IR Transceiver The external IR transceiver is a small device that connects to the computer and allows the remote control to work with the Media Center programs. If you have a cable TV Set-top box, satellite, or other Set-top box that controls your TV signal, connect the IR transceiver cable to the IR transceiver and position the other end of the...
Page 174: Starting The Media Center
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center Starting the Media Center To start the Media Center: Point the remote at the IR transceiver and press the remote control’s Start button. You can also click Start, and then click Media Center.
Page 175 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 (Sample Image) Media Center Setup Wizard: Welcome screen Click Next. The wizard displays the Media Center Setup screen. Click Next. The wizard displays the Media Center Privacy Policy screen. Read the Media Center Privacy Policy, then click Next. The wizard displays the Get the Most from Media Center screen.
Page 176 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center Click Test to verify that your computer is connected to the Internet. If the connection is not working, the wizard displays an error message. Recheck both ends of your connection and click Test.
Page 177 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Make sure that your computer is connected to a TV (for instructions, see page 169). Then click Next. The wizard displays the Examining your TV Signal Setup screen and begins to scan your system.
Page 178 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center Read the Guide Terms of Service (use the down arrow to view the entire document), click I agree, then click Next. If you click I do not agree, the electronic TV Guide will not be NOTE accessible on your computer.
Page 179 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Click Next. The system displays the Identify Your Display Type screen. Select Traditional TV/Monitor, and click Next. The wizard displays the Connection Type screen. Select Composite or S-Video (whichever one you are using), and then click Next.
Page 180: Using Media Center
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Click Finish. The system displays the You are done screen. When the wizard runs to completion, the program displays Media Center’s main window. It is not necessary to restart your computer.
Page 181 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 The Media Center main window is the central point for controlling all Media Center features. With a quick click of the mouse or using your remote control, you can: Watch or record TV programs Listen to music Display your digital photos Watch your own digital movies...
Page 182 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Use the Media Playback controls at the bottom of the screen to control your movies, music, and photo displays. Channel up and down (Sample Image) Playback controls Navigating Media Center In the Media Center windows, a selected item, such as a folder, file, or menu item is outlined with a green border.
Page 183: Using The Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control With Media Center
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using the Toshiba Qosmio Remote Control with Media Center You can use your remote control with Media Center to play CDs, DVDs, and videos; to view pictures; and to watch and record television programs.
Page 184 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Remote Control Buttons Overview Stop Record Rewind Replay Back Arrows Volume Control Recorded Guide Clear (Sample Illustration) Remote Control Power Pause Play Forward Skip More OK Button Start Channel/ Page Control...
Page 185 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center The remote control has the following buttons/functions: Power — Turns the computer on and starts Windows if the computer is off or in Hibernation mode. If the computer is running Windows or Media Center, pressing Power turns off the computer.
Page 186 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center OK — Selects the desired action or window option. It acts like the Enter back to the previously viewed channel. Press again to toggle back. OK acts the same way as a Jump button on some TV remote controls.
Page 187 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Direct Access Buttons The direct access buttons place Media Center in Recorded TV, live TV, TV program guide, or the DVD menu mode. Recorded TV launches Media Center into Recorded TV mode when the computer is powered off or in Hibernation mode.
Page 188 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Use Forward to move selected video or picture media forward. Press Forward up to three times to increase the fast forwarding speed. Pressing the Forward button: Moves pictures forward to the next picture Moves a video forward Moves a TV program (that has been paused or stopped) forward to the current moment in live TV, and then...
Page 189 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Use Next to move forward in the selected audio or video file. For music, Next moves to the next track. For DVDs, Next moves to the next chapter. For videos and live TV and videos, Next moves ahead 30 seconds.
Page 190: Watching Television Programs
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Television Programs Watching Television Programs Before you can watch TV using Media Center, make sure your NOTE computer is set up correctly for your TV signal source and that you have completed the Media Center setup wizard.
Page 191: Selecting A Program From The Tv Guide
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Record a single TV show or an entire series (my TV will manage the recordings for you and give advanced warning if there are any recording conflicts) Create a recorded TV library Quickly check which TV shows you have scheduled to record View and record movies...
Page 192 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Television Programs Use the arrows on the remote to scroll through the list of current television programs and channels available from your television service provider. The TV Guide displays the channel and network, as well as the show title and scheduled time block.
Page 193: Watching A Recorded Tv Program
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching a Recorded TV Program Recorded TV is the storage place for all your recorded programs. In the Recorded TV window, you can sort your shows by name, date, or status. You can also delete a recorded program or series of programs and check for any recording errors.
Page 194: Searching For A Tv Program To Watch
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Television Programs Select Scheduled to view a list of all programs scheduled to be recorded. Use the Sort by Date and Title options to sort the scheduled programs, if needed. Use the arrow buttons to move through the list, select a program, and then press OK on the remote control.
Page 195: Recording Tv
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Select Keyword. Use the keys on your keyboard to enter a descriptive word that would appear in a program title or program description, and then press OK on the remote control.
Page 196: Recording Tv Tips
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Recording TV If a show is currently being recorded, the Record icon also appears in the taskbar on the desktop. If you move your mouse over the icon, the Media Center displays which show is currently being recorded.
Page 197: Recording From The Guide
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Some channels can be shared by two or more networks, depending on the time of day. The Guide may display only one network’s programming. This may cause recording options to be unavailable. You may need to manually update the Guide before scheduling a recording.
Page 198: Recording From Search
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Recording TV Recording from Search To record a current or future show or series using Search: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window.
Page 199: Recording Manually
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Recording Manually Recording a program manually allows you to select a specific date, channel, and recording time period. For some programs, you may want to begin recording before the scheduled beginning and after the scheduled ending of the program.
Page 200: Changing Recording Priorities
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Recording TV Change your ZIP Code to receive the correct Television Program Guide for your area To change settings, on the My TV screen, click Settings. This window allows you to change several settings that control how Media Center plays and records TV programs, as well as how it plays DVDs.
Page 201: Watching And Recording Movies
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Use the up or down arrow on the screen to move a scheduled series up or down in the list of series priorities. Select Done to save changes and return to the Schedule Series page.
Page 202: Creating Your Music Library Using Windows Media Player
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Search for music files by the following categories: album, artist, playlist, song, or genre View music CD details such as artist name, song title, length of song, and album cover art Play a music playlist with a slide show Creating Your Music Library Using Windows Media Each time you add music files outside of Windows Media...
Page 203: Adding Music From Your Hard Drive To Windows Media Player Library
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Your added music files can now be found and played back using My Music in Media Center.You may need to close and open Media Center for the added music files to appear in My Music.
Page 204 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Select Search for Media Files from the Library tab’s Tools menu. (Sample Image) Add to Library by Searching Computer screen Select an option from the Search on drop-down menu. Select Search to search all drives or select Browse to search through a specific drive.
Page 205: Playing Digital Music Files
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Playing Digital Music Files When you first open the Media Center and open the My Music window, you may not find any music files listed unless there is a music CD in your CD drive or unless you have already added audio files to your Windows Media Player Library.
Page 206: Finding Music Files In My Music
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Finding Music Files in My Music After you have added and organized files in Windows Media Player Library, you can browse through your music files in the My Music window. You can search for music files by album title, artist, playlist, song title, or music genre.
Page 207: Playing A Song
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Playing a Song You can play a song from anywhere in My Music. You can select it from the View Song list, or from the Album, Artist, and Genre lists. You can also play a single song from a playlist as follows: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main...
Page 208: Finding And Playing An Album
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Finding and Playing an Album Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window. Select My Music. Select Albums.
Page 209: Creating A Playlist
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 In the Albums window, select View by list or View by cover to NOTE organize your albums. Creating a Playlist A playlist is a customized list of digital music files. Using playlists, you can group various digital music files together and determine the order in which you want the files to play.
Page 210: Displaying Your Pictures
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Displaying Your Pictures You can now play your playlist in Media Center. Displaying Your Pictures (Sample Image) Media Center main screen In My Pictures, you can: View pictures individually or as a slide show Change transition time and display order of the pictures in your slide show Sort pictures by name or date...
Page 211 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 View and scroll through pictures that are in the My Pictures folder by using your remote control or your keyboard and mouse (Sample Image) My Pictures screen After you organize your pictures in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer, open Media Center to view your pictures: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main...
Page 212: Viewing A Slide Show
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Displaying Your Pictures Viewing a Slide Show To view pictures as a slide show: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window.
Page 213: Watching Your Digital Movies
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Your Digital Movies The My Videos window in the Media Center makes it easy to play home video files you created or video files you downloaded from the Internet. (Sample Image) Media Center main screen In My Videos you can: Browse through and play back all of your digital video...
Page 214: Organizing Your Videos
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Your Digital Movies Organizing Your Videos When you attach a digital video camera to your computer, Windows asks you how you want to capture your video. You can choose from various software programs to capture and then edit your video file.
Page 215: Playing A Video In Full Screen Mode
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to move through and select your video or video folder. Press the OK button on the remote control. The selected video plays in full screen mode, or the folder opens displaying a list of video files.
Page 216: Watching A Dvd
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching a DVD If your videos are organized within other folders, use the arrow buttons to select the folder you want to sort, and then press OK. If you do not select a folder, the Media Center sorts all the files and folders.
Page 217: Stopping A Dvd Movie
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Press Stop on the remote control to stop playing the DVD. To change the window size, move the mouse and click the Resize button on the taskbar of the DVD window. Stopping a DVD Movie Press the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie.
Page 218: Changing The Media Center Settings
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Changing the Media Center Settings In the Media Center Settings window, you can change settings for watching television, for viewing your pictures and slide shows, and for controlling sound and the display of all the Media Center windows.
Page 219 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Select General. The General Settings screen includes the following options: Select Startup and Window Behavior to change Media Centers startup and window behavior, for example, you can elect to start Media Center when Windows starts. Select Visual and Sound Effects to turn transition animations or navigation sounds on or off.
Page 220 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Changing TV Recorder Settings The TV Recorder settings allow you to control your recording priorities and options in Media Center. Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window.
Page 221 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 About Recorded TV Storage Space Settings The space available for recording TV programs depends on your hard disk allocation, drive size, and default recording quality selections. Your computer requires a certain amount of space to run your Windows operating system, run software programs, and store data files.
Page 222 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Change TV Guide Settings In the Guide Settings, you can select which channels to display and you can manually update your Guide from the Internet. TV Guide settings are the same for each user and can be changed only by the administrator of the computer.
Page 223 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Use the arrow buttons to select an option, and then press OK on the remote control. Make required changes, if any. Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the TV Settings window.
Page 224 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Use the arrow buttons to select Turn on movie blocking, and then press OK. Use the arrow buttons to select Block unrated movies, and then press OK. Use the arrow buttons to select the + or –...
Page 225 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Selecting Close Captioning The audio settings window allows you to select closed captioning. Close captioning displays the TV’s spoken audio in text format for those who are unable to hear the audio. To select close captioning: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main...
Page 226 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Changing Picture Settings Each user can set his or her own picture settings. Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window.
Page 227: More Programs
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 More Programs (Sample Image) Media Center main screen Use the options on the More Programs screen, available from the Media Center’s main menu, to perform the following tasks: Select Create CD/DVD to create a CD or DVD. Select InterVideo to view and adjust the InterVideo Video &...
Page 228: Online Spotlight
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Online Spotlight For more information about the options, please see Media Center help available at the top of each Media Center screen. (Sample Image) More Programs main screen Online Spotlight Use the Online Spotlight screen, available from Media Center’s main screen, to purchase and download music, DVDs, and movies, and read news and sports stories.
Page 229: Getting Help For Media Center
Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Getting Help for Media Center Getting Help for Media Center Click the Help icon at the top left of the screen to access Media Center’s Help screen, which includes a number of links to helpful information on Media Center, as well as help for hardware problems.
Page 230: Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities
Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to determine certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. This chapter describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba: Fn-esse® Hotkey Utility Toshiba Assist...
Page 231: Fn-Esse
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. ® Starting Fn-esse Click Start, point to All Programs, Toshiba, then Utilities, then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. (Sample Image) Fn-esse screen Toshiba Utilities ®...
Page 232 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse The keys are color-coded as follows: Available keys are dark gray with white letters. Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color. Unavailable keys are light gray.
Page 233: Using The Keyboard Or Pointing Device To Assign Keys
The Assignment Type dialog box appears. (Sample Image) Fn-esse assignment type dialog box Follow the instructions in the assignment” on page 234 on page 234. Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse “Making a direct key “Making a popup assignment” ® key, then press...
Page 234: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Making a direct key assignment To make a direct key assignment, select Direct to display the Add/Edit Command dialog box, then complete these steps: Enter the Description, Command Line, and Working Directory for the new Fn-esse key assignment, or click the Browse button to specify this information.
Page 235: Changing Or Removing Existing Key Assignments
Standby ] and Hibernation [ Fn+F3 To activate: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. The Toshiba Hotkey window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Hotkey utility window Put a check mark next to the desired option.
Page 236: Toshiba Assist
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Toshiba Assist The Toshiba Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access this utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Assist. The Toshiba Assist window appears.
Page 237: Connect
Connect The options available in this category are: ConfigFree Start Bluetooth Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Local COM Settings Secure The options in this category are: Supervisor password User password (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window, Secure tab Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist ®...
Page 238: Protect & Fix
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Assist Protect & Fix The available option in this category is the Tool. (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window, Protect & Fix tab Optimize The options in this category are: Hotkey Utility Power Management SD Memory Card Format...
Page 239: Sd Memory Card Format
Toshiba Utilities SD Memory Card Format (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window, Optimize tab SD Memory Card Format This utility is used to format SD cards used with the Bridge Media Adapter Slot. (Sample Image) SD Memory Card Format screen...
Page 240: Pc Diagnostic Tool
This utility can help diagnose problems with devices in your computer. Refer to the online help documentation within the application for any additional help. To start the utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and click PC Diagnostic Tool. (Sample Image) PC Diagnostic Tool screen...
Page 241 Power Management icon. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Power Saver Properties screen The Profile panel on the left of the Toshiba Power Saver Properties screen shows the power usage for both AC power and battery power.
Page 242: Power Usage Profiles
Presentation Full Power Although you can change the properties for any of these profiles, Toshiba does not recommend it. If you need a customized profile, create a new profile with the properties you require. The DVD Playback profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power and using InterVideo WinDVD™.
Page 243: Mouse Utility
To access the Mouse utility through the Toshiba Assist, click the Mouse icon. Accessing Toshiba HW Setup Toshiba HW Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access it: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click Assist.
Page 244: Toshiba Zooming Utility
Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Zooming Utility Display—Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in LCD display CPU—Allows you to change the dynamic CPU frequency mode Boot Priority—Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system Keyboard—Allows you to configure an external PS/2...
Page 245: Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility
Utilities, and then Toshiba Zooming Utility. The Toshiba Zooming Utility screen appears. (Sample Image) Toshiba Zooming Utility screen For more information about how to use the Toshiba Zooming Utility, right click on the icon in the taskbar and click on Help.
Page 246 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility (Sample Image) Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility Clicking the Monitor Input Settings button displays a screen for selecting external input settings for devices such as video cameras and games. (Sample Image) Monitor Input Settings screen...
Page 247: Cd/Dvd Drive Acoustic Silencer
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer (Sample Image) CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen This utility, available on Toshiba Assist, can slow the speed of your optical drive to make it run more quietly. You can use this utility to make listening to Music CDs more enjoyable.
Page 248: Toshiba Accessibility
Toshiba Accessibility (Sample Image) The Toshiba Accessibility window The Toshiba Accessibility utility allows you to use the to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required.
Page 249: Setting Passwords
When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: An instant password—Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily (the user password supports this function).
Page 250: Using An Instant Password
A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options. Setting a supervisor password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it.
Page 251 Click Set. Click OK. Deleting a supervisor password To cancel the power-on password function: Click the Toshiba Assist icon on the desktop. On the left side, select Secure. Select the Supervisor Password icon. Select Verify by Password. Select the Supervisor Password tab.
Page 252 Make sure you use a password you can remember easily. If you forget the User and Supervisor passwords, you will not be able to use the computer. Contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider for assistance. To register a password for the power-on password functions: Click the Toshiba Assist icon on the desktop.
Page 253: Fingerprint Authentication Utility
Disabling a user password To cancel the power-on password function: Click the Toshiba Assist icon on the desktop. On the left side, select Secure. Select the User Password icon. Select Verify by Password. Type the correct password. Click Delete. Click OK.
Page 254 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Enter your credentials. Complete the fingerprint tutorial. Click the button above the finger you want to enroll. Swipe your finger on the reader. A sample will be created and indicated by an fingerprint icon. Repeat the previous step. Swipe the same finger on the reader again to create two more samples.
Page 255: Fingerprint Logon
When power-on security is enabled, the system asks you to authenticate your fingerprint. You have 40 seconds to do swipe your fingerprint. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ® user account.
Page 256 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility If the authentication fails, the system tries again up to two more times. If authentication fails after the third attempt, the system shuts down. Enabling Power-on Security Options for power-on security are displayed only if your computer supports this feature.
Page 257: Control Center
Import or Export User Data—Existing fingerprints can be exported to the *.vtp file and imported back to your fingerprint software. The *.vtp file is encrypted and protected by a password defined during export. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility...
Page 258 Introduction—Displays the Introduction dialog with basic information about product features. Tutorial—Runs the fingerprint tutorial which learns you how to enroll your fingerprints. Toshiba highly recommends this tutorial for the first-time users of this technology. The quality of enrolled fingerprints is extremely important for your satisfaction with the product.
Page 259: Fingerprint Utility Limitations
Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the fingerprint software or utility.
Page 260 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility The Biomenu contains the following menu options: Lock computer—Locks your computer. Use the reader to unlock the computer again. Registered Sites—Displays a list of your web pages registered by Password Bank. To display and fill in a registered page in your default web browser, click it in the list.
Page 261 You then select the one to be replayed. Replaying a registered dialog You are logged on to the computer and want to replay a registered dialog. To replay a registration: Display the dialog to be replayed. Toshiba Utilities...
Page 262 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Use the reader. Optional—If the hint for replaying dialogs is displayed, confirm that you want to replay the registration. The registration is replayed. Editing an existing registration Sometimes it is useful to edit an existing registration. For example, your company’s address may have changed and you...
Page 263: Care And Maintenance Of Your Fingerprint Reader
Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate. Soaked or swollen finger (e.g. after taking bath) Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility...
Page 264: Fingerprint Reader Limitations
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Injured finger Wet finger Soiled or oily finger Extremely dry skin condition on finger Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate. Enroll two or more fingers. Enroll additional fingers if recognition failure occurs often using enrolled fingers.
Page 265 Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint reader will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility.
Page 266: Chapter 7: Using The Raid-0 Or Raid-1 Utility
It cannot be configured to use both RAID-0 and RAID-1 simultaneously. Your computer comes ready to be configured for RAID-1; however, RAID-1 can be disabled or you can choose to install RAID-0. Toshiba RAID is only supported on Toshiba-certified hard disk NOTE drives.
Page 267: Raid-0
Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility Using RAID RAID-0 RAID-0 provides improved performance in writing data to or reading data from your computer’s internal hard disks. RAID-0 is configured by creating an array which specifies the hard disks which striped data will be written to or read from.
Page 268: Raid-1
Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility Using RAID RAID-1 RAID-1 improves reliability in storing data by automatically copying all data from your computer’s primary internal hard disk to your computer’s secondary internal hard disk. If your computer’s primary hard disk fails, you can replace the failed primary hard disk with the secondary hard disk that contains the mirrored data.
Page 269: When You First Start Your Computer
When configuring the secondary hard disk for RAID-1 support, all existing data on the secondary hard disk will be permanently erased and will not be recoverable. Toshiba is not responsible for any loss of data on the hard disk. Your computer can only be configured for one type of RAID at NOTE a time.
Page 270 Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility Using RAID The New HDD detected window appears. (Sample Image) New HDD detected window To create a RAID-1 array, click Enable RAID. The Confirm disk mirroring window appears. (Sample Image) Confirm disk mirroring window Click OK.
Page 271: Creating A New Raid-0 Array
When a RAID-0 array is created, all data on both your primary and secondary hard disks is erased and cannot be recovered. Toshiba is not responsible for any loss of data on your hard disks. Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility...
Page 272 Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility Creating a new RAID-0 array Your computer can only be configured for one type of RAID at NOTE a time. It cannot be configured to use both RAID-0 and RAID-1 simultaneously. To create a RAID-0 array: Plug in the AC adapter and power on the computer.
Page 273 When a RAID-0 array is created, all data on both your primary and secondary hard disks is erased and cannot be recovered. Toshiba is not responsible for any loss of data on your hard disks. Creating a new RAID-0 array...
Page 274: Toshiba Raid Console Utility
NOTE complete. Toshiba RAID Console Utility The Toshiba RAID Console utility provides a way to view and manage the RAID configuration on your computer and to check the status of the RAID array and physical drives. It also allows you to: Create or break a mirror, see (mirror)”...
Page 275 Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility To access the Toshiba RAID Console: Click Start, All Programs. Then select Toshiba, RAID, RAID Console. The Toshiba RAID Console window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility with no RAID configured An icon is shown for each RAID-1 array configured on the computer.
Page 276 The plus sign indicates that data is simultaneously written (striped) to both the primary internal hard disk and to the secondary internal hard disk. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility with RAID- 0 configured...
Page 277: Defining Options For Raid-0 Or Raid-1
279. For more information on S.M.A.R.T., see page 280. To define options for RAID: Start the Toshiba RAID Console utility by clicking Start, All Programs. Then select Toshiba, RAID, RAID Console. Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility...
Page 278 Alert configuration—Specifies whether RAID event messages are written to an event log (within the TOSHIBA RAID Console utility) or displayed on your computer’s screen. Array configuration—Allows you to enable or disable a write cache, MBR protection, and S.M.A.R.T.
Page 279 Contact a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider or Toshiba Global Support Centre for assistance. Within the United States call (800) 457-7777. Outside of the United States call (949) 859-4273.
Page 280: Viewing The Status Of An Array
S.M.A.R.T. To avoid loss of data, it is recommended that the hard drive be replaced immediately after receipt of a S.M.A.R.T. warning. You can view the status of a hard disk drive on the TOSHIBA NOTE RAID Console. See page 282 Make the appropriate selections.
Page 281 RAID level—Displays the RAID level for the array. Stripe size—Displays the size of the segment written onto each hard disk in the RAID-0 array. Created date—Shows the date and time the array was created. Toshiba RAID Console Utility...
Page 282: Viewing The Status Of A Hard Disk Drive
Assigned local drive—Local drive letter assigned to the array. Viewing the status of a hard disk drive To view the status of a hard disk drive: Start the TOSHIBA RAID Console utility by clicking Start, All Programs. Then select TOSHIBA, RAID, RAID Console.
Page 283 Absent—The drive may have been removed from the computer. Capacity—Displays the drive capacity in gigabytes. Model number—Displays the drive model number. Serial number—Displays the drive serial number. Firmware revision—Displays the drive firmware revision. S.M.A.R.T.—Displays the state of S.M.A.R.T. Toshiba RAID Console Utility...
Page 284: Performing A Media Check On A Raid-1 Array
If the computer is performing a media check and the computer is restarted, the media check will resume when the computer is restarted. By default the TOSHIBA RAID Utility is set up to perform a NOTE media check on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 12:00 noon.
Page 285: Breaking A Raid-0 Array (Striping)
When a RAID-0 array is broken, all data on both your primary and secondary hard disks is erased and cannot be recovered. Toshiba is not responsible for any loss of data on your hard disks. Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility...
Page 286 Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility Toshiba RAID Console Utility To break the RAID-0 array: Plug in the AC adapter and power on the computer. (The computer must be running on power provided by the AC adapter to perform these steps.) Insert the Recovery DVD that shipped with your system into the computer’s CD/DVD drive.
Page 287: Default Settings
WARNING: IF ONE HARD DISK FAILS, ALL DATA IS LOST. Enter selection:" (Sample Illustration) Toshiba Recovery DVD RAID Menu Press 1 and then press Enter to break the RAID-0 array. All data is permanently erased from both of your computer’s internal hard disk drives and the computer is restored to its default settings.
Page 288: Breaking A Raid-1 Array (Mirror)
(mirror). When you break the RAID-1 array, all data is permanently erased from the secondary internal hard disk. To break the RAID-1 array: Click Start, All Programs. Then, select TOSHIBA, RAID, RAID Console. The TOSHIBA RAID Console is displayed. Click Disable RAID.
Page 289: Rebuilding The Data On The Secondary Disk In A Raid-1 Array
When rebuilding the RAID-1 array, all existing data on the secondary hard disk will be permanently erased and cannot be recovered. Toshiba is not responsible for any loss of data on the hard disk. If a hard disk password has previously been assigned, the NOTE password entry window will display.
Page 290 It may take several minutes or up to one hour to rebuild the array depending on the amount of data to be copied. The progress of the rebuilding process can be viewed on the TOSHIBA RAID Console window.
Page 291: Restoring A Failed Drive In A Raid-1 Array
Contact Toshiba Global Support Centre or a Toshiba Authorized Service Provider for assistance. Removing the failed primary hard disk and replacing it with the secondary hard disk improperly could damage your computer or result in the loss of data.
Page 292: Error Message Examples
Another user is logged onto the computer as an administrator and using the TOSHIBA RAID Console utility. Only one administrator can use the TOSHIBA RAID Console utility on your computer at one time. The number of connectable units has been exceeded.
Page 293: Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding.
Page 294 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix To close a program that has stopped responding: Press Ctrl The Windows Task Manager window appears. Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. Select the program you want to close, then click End Task.
Page 295: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
Your program performs an illegal operation. If you receive the message, “ close the window and continue working. If it operation ” happens again, record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer. To record the details: Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays.
Page 296 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer Verify that the computer is on by looking at the on/off indicator. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is on. If you are using an AC adapter, verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by looking at the AC power light.
Page 297: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low see the main battery runs low” on page If you are running on battery power, Toshiba recommends that you do not leave the computer in Standby mode for long periods of time.
Page 298: Using Startup Options To Fix Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. If you experience any of these problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem.
Page 299: Internet Problems
The Windows® operating system is not working See your Windows If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu NOTE may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet.
Page 300: Resolving A Hardware Conflict
The Toshiba-recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time. After you add each device, test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work.
Page 301: Resolving Hardware Conflicts On Your Own
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer’s memory to store information as it works.
Page 302: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If you install an older (legacy) device that the operating system cannot recognize, the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it. As a result, a hardware conflict can occur. Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer.
Page 303 Disabling a device Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Administrative Tools icon. Double-click Computer Management, then click Device Manager. Select the specific device from the device category. To expand a device category, double-click the category. In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front.
Page 304: Memory Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They may include: The General tab, which provides basic information about the device. The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions.
Page 305: Power And The Batteries
Check for the error again. If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the memory module.
Page 306 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The AC adapter and power cord/cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge. The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power. Try turning off the computer. The battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery.
Page 307: Keyboard Problems
This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information.
Page 308: Display Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard. You may have plugged the external keyboard in while the computer was turned on. Click Start, Shut Down or Turn off computer, and Restart the computer using the pointing device on the internal keyboard.
Page 309 Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. Press priority is not set for the built-in screen. The screen does not look right. You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties.
Page 310: Disk Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Click OK. The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, and not simultaneous mode.
Page 311 Error-checking Run Error-checking, which analyzes the directories, files and File Allocation Table (FAT) on the disk and repairs any damage it finds: To run Error-checking: Click Start, then click My Computer. Right-click the drive you want to check. On the pop-up menu, click Properties. The drive’s Properties box appears.
Page 312 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Your data files are damaged or corrupted. Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures. Many software packages automatically create backup files. You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software.
Page 313: Optical Drive Problems
Optical drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. If the optical drive is an external drive, make sure that the drive’s cable is properly connected to the computer. Make sure the tray which holds the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM is closed properly.
Page 314: Sound System Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check the type of disc you are using. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVD- ROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (read- only), and CD-RW (read-only).
Page 315: Pc Card Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager. Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards. If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply.
Page 316 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict PC Card checklist Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. Make sure all cables are securely connected. Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is available, try the card in that machine.
Page 317 The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I/O base address.
Page 318: Printer Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict A PC Card error occurs. Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected. If the card is attached to an external device, check that the connection is secure. Refer to the card’s documentation, which should contain a troubleshooting section.
Page 319: Modem Problems
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to someone else. For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 137.
Page 320: Wireless Networking Problems
To determine if your computer has an internal Wi-Fi adapter, NOTE check the device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows Control Panel). Some Toshiba models may have a Wi-Fi antenna switch even though they do not have an internal Wi-Fi adapter.
Page 321 Resolving a hardware conflict Check Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi adapter is recognized by Windows driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages— these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. Verify that the network connection is configured to obtain its Internet Protocol (IP) address dynamically: Click Start, Control Panel.
Page 322 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Use the PING command to verify a connection to the gateway at 192.168.1.1 (a default gateway for most wireless routers). Click Start, then click Run... Enter Cmd and press Enter. Enter PING 192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter.
Page 323: Dvd Operating Problems
The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If you are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility. If it does, the utility may be disabling the Windows XP wireless management facility, in which case you must use the adapter's management utility.
Page 324 “Checking device properties” on page 303 instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVD- ROM properties. Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on optical drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
Page 325 Click the Settings tab. Next to the words Desktop Area, move the slider to a lower setting, such as 800 x 600 or 640 x 480. Click OK. DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted. Having Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion.
Page 326: Develop Good Computing Habits
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Click and hold the up arrow by the list or move the slide to the top. Click None. Click OK. Develop good computing habits Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes.
Page 327: Data And System Configuration Backup In Windows Xp
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Read the user’s guides. It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together.
Page 328 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Click Help and Support. Under Pick a Task, click Undo changes to your computer with System Restore. Click Create a restore point, and then click Next. In the Restore point description field, enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understood in the future, such as “Before installing Brand X Accounting app.”...
Page 329 CDs, a relatively high-capacity storage media. No additional software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or ‘burn’) as well as read from CDs.
Page 330 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits In this second window, browse to the files you wish to back up. Click the down-pointing arrow at the upper right of the window (to the left of the Go button) to see a list of locations that includes My Documents—a likely location of your data.
Page 331 Finally, click Finish. The CD will be ejected. It should contain all of the files you have selected, but you may easily verify this by placing the CD back into the drive, and viewing the list of files. Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer and other Web browsers Follow these steps to back up your Favorites for Internet Explorer (ver 5.0 or newer):...
Page 332 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help insure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser).
Page 333: If You Need Further Assistance
Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before you contact Toshiba: Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation.
Page 334: Contacting Toshiba
GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba...
Page 335: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com...
Page 336 Henares Spain United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm. Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensburg Germany Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO...
Page 337: Appendix A: Hot Keys
Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the key, turn system functions on and off. Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.
Page 338: Password Security
Hot Keys Password security Password security This hot key blanks the display. Without a password The Fn + F1 key combination turns off the display and activates instant security. Using the pointing device or any key will make the display’s content reappear, if no password is set for the current user.
Page 339: Maintaining Security When The Battery Is Not Fully Charged
If you clicked Choose a screen saver, the Screen Saver tab has already been selected. If it is not selected, click the Screen Saver tab. Click the On resume, password protected check box. Click OK. Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged When the battery is not fully charged (even if the computer is operating on AC power) your display may reappear automatically after a short time.
Page 340: Power Usage Mode
Power usage mode This hot key displays the power usage pop-up window and cycles through the battery save modes. The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility. For more information, see Management” on page Standby mode This hot key places the computer into Standby mode.
Page 341: Hibernation Mode
Hibernation mode This hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. Hibernation mode If Hibernation mode is enabled (the default) a message box displays by default to confirm the computer is entering Hibernation mode. You can choose not to display this message box.
Page 342: Display Modes
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. Display brightness This hot key decreases the screen brightness.
Page 343: Enabling A Wireless Device
This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see Enabling a wireless device (Sample Image) Wireless modes window “Toshiba Zooming Utility” on 244. “Toshiba Zooming Utility” on page Hot Keys ® 244.
Page 344: Keyboard Hot Keys
Hot Keys Keyboard hot keys Keyboard hot keys This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. This hot key switches screen or video modes between SVGA (800 x 600), XGA (1024 x 768), and SXGA+ (1400 [Spacebar]...
Page 345: Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved United Kingdom...
Page 346: Toshiba Computer
Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks.
Page 347: Getting Started
(Microsoft button, and select All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, ConfigFree. Double-click the ConfigFree icon Press the Toshiba Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the Toshiba Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. 362. ® ® Windows XP or 2000) Click the Start Getting Started 359.
Page 348: Configfree Utilities
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree NOTE icon on the taskbar is displayed with an “X.” When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop.
Page 349: Configfree Utilities
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer (Sample Image) ConfigFree Launcher Auto-hide mode setting (Sample Image) ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
Page 350 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Access points The Connectivity Doctor displays the following information: WEP (Used, not Used) Wired connection line (link speed) Wireless connection line (signal strength and link speed) Location of wireless communication switch (identified...
Page 351 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device, such as its IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address. A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device’s Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key...
Page 352: Search For Wireless Devices
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the Connectivity Doctor screen: Stay on the task tray Options About Help Close Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless...
Page 353 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer For Wi-Fi networks, the intensity of a signal is displayed in five levels or “bands.” The signal from the connected access point is displayed in the bands surrounding the PC icon at the center of the map. The closer to the center, the stronger the connection.
Page 354 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a new wireless connection This feature is only supported on systems running Windows NOTE XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher.
Page 355 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer (Sample Image) Wireless settings screen Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection NOTE list, the system displays the Connection screen rather than the Wireless settings screen.
Page 356 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a detected device wireless connection The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected using the Search for Wireless Devices option. Moving the mouse cursor over a device icon displays information about the device.
Page 357 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Transferring files using Bluetooth There are several ways to use Bluetooth to send files to other devices. To select the device using the Bluetooth radar screen: Open the Bluetooth radar screen, and drag and drop the file directly onto the icon for that Bluetooth device.
Page 358 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Or, you can right click on the file and select Send to Bluetooth Devices. (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth Devices option Choose a file recipient. Click Send. During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the NOTE selected device will occur automatically.
Page 359: Profile Settings
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in “profiles.” ConfigFree profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices.You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings.
Page 360 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Click Add. The Add Profile screen appears. Select Capture and click OK. The Add Profile screen appears. Enter the name of the profile you want to create. Enter any optional comments, if desired.
Page 361 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer (Sample Image) Expanded Add Profile screen The online help provides real-world examples of setting up NOTE profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary. Profiles can also be imported and exported.
Page 362: Configfree Summit
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities ConfigFree SUMMIT The ConfigFree SUMMIT utility is a convenient way to share files with other users and to transfer files between your computers at home and at work. This utility is faster and more dependable than sending the files via email.
Page 363 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer When a user joins the SUMMIT, their icon appears on the SUMMIT table. (Sample Image) Users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users attending the meeting.
Page 364 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Sharing a file with one user To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as desired.
Page 365 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Participating users must be connected by LAN, wireless LAN, NOTE or Bluetooth (PAN). Firewall software may prevent ConfigFree SUMMIT from working. Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: Click the Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window.
Page 366: Quick Connect
(DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and re- established later.
Page 367 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary: Click the Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ), then click Settings. The Quick Connect properties dialog box appears.
Page 368 The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect function was started: If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed. If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the ConfigFree tray menu (this disconnects the wireless LAN connection).
Page 369: Using The Automatic Switch
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer (Sample Image) Using the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on. This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network configuration you use in your office to the one you use at home.
Page 370: Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature Click OK. If your computer is connected to multiple wireless LAN NOTE devices, the Auto Switch (SSID) feature is disabled. To enable this feature, only one wireless LAN device can be used.
Page 371 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer The computer is now configured to use the Semi-Automatic Switch feature. When the computer connects to an SSID in a profile, a display notification window appears. You can then click Switch on the window to switch profiles. You can also set the option for having the switch be automatic without the need for a notification.
Page 372: Glossary
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms These acronyms may appear in this user’s guide. BIOS CD-ROM CD-RW CMOS COM1 COM2 alternating current basic input/output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read-only memory compact disc rewrite memory complementary metal-oxide semiconductor...
Page 373 direct current direct memory access DIMM dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission fast infrared...
Page 374 Glossary SCSI DDRAM SRAM SVGA Terms These terms may appear in this user’s guide. active-matrix display—A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
Page 375 application—A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. See also program. backup—A copy of a file, usually on a removable disk, kept in case the original file is lost or damaged. basic input/output system (BIOS)—See BIOS.
Page 376 Glossary cache—A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory. See also CPU cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. CD—An individual compact disc. See also CD-ROM. CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory)—A form of high- capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data.
Page 377 controller—A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU—See central processing unit (CPU). CPU cache—A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs.
Page 378 Glossary disk—A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive—The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk.
Page 379 emulation—A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program. enable—To turn on a computer option. See also disable. executable file—A computer program that is ready to run. Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files. Names of executable files usually end with a .bat or .exe extension.
Page 380 Compare software. Hibernation—A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work is returned to the same state it was in when the computer was turned off.
Page 381 internal device—See device. Internet—The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. keyboard shortcut—A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as a mouse. L1 (level one) cache—Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed.
Page 382 Glossary microprocessor—See central processing unit (CPU). MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface)—A standard for connecting musical instruments, synthesizers, and computers. The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use, and vice versa. modem—Short for “modulator/demodulator.” A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digital, enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines.
Page 383 palette—See color palette. parallel—Processes that occur simultaneously. In communications, it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time. A parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between a computer and an appropriate device. Compare serial. password—A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network.
Page 384 Glossary RAM (random access memory)—Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. By volatile, we mean that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. This type of memory is used for your computer’s main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM.
Page 385 software—See program. Compare hardware. Stand By—A feature of some Windows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again. Suspend—A feature of some Windows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again.
Page 386 Glossary World Wide Web (www)—The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet. A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site. See also Internet.
Page 387: Index
306 power usage hot key 125 power usage mode 340 real-time clock (RTC) 116 removing 126 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media slot 154 button power 55 start 135 playing an audio 109 playing using Auto-Run 110...
Page 388 Index channels DMA 301 IRQ 301 character keys 94 charging the battery 52 checking device properties 303 communications network connection 140 system resources 301 compact discs handling 108 inserting 108 removing 112 computer non-system disk or disk error message 297 not accessing disk drives 296 running on battery power 114 setting up 45...
Page 389 problem with display settings/ current settings working with hardware program has performed an illegal operation 295 warning resume failure 296 Error-checking 311 Ethernet LAN port 141 expansion memory slot 59 exploring the desktop 133 ExpressCard inserting 152 removing 153 external monitor not working 310 mouse 68...
Page 390 Index installation memory module 57 installing memory modules 56 mouse 68 instant passwords, using 250 Internet bookmarked site not found 299 connecting to 144 features 145 slow connection 299 surfing 145 uploading and downloading files 146 URL address not found 299 Internet Explorer icon 135 Internet Service Providers 144 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 301...
Page 391 network accessing 140 Dial-Up Networking Wizard networking wireless 140 optical drive inserting discs 109 removing 112 troubleshooting 313 other documentation 39 overlay keys 96 password deleting a supervisor 251 disabling a user 253 supervisor set up 250 types 249 passwords instant, using 250 setting 249 PC Card...
Page 392 Index checking device properties 303 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 317 computer will not power up 295 contacting Toshiba 333 corrupted/damaged data files Device Manager 302 disabling a device 303 disk drive is slow 311 display is blank 308...
Page 393 72 Toshiba Internet Web sites 335 registering computer 47 worldwide offices 335 Toshiba Assist 236 Toshiba Hardware Setup 243 Toshiba online resources 113 Toshiba utilities 230 traveling tips 132 troubleshooting external keyboard 307 keyboard 307 keypad overlay 307...
Page 394 Index warranty limited warranty 40 Web sites 334 Toshiba 335 Wi-Fi wireless networking 140 Windows Explorer 99 Windows Media Player 109 Windows Start menu 98 Windows XP Help and Support 299 problem solving 297 Windows XP Media Center Edition desktop 133...

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Toshiba Qosmio G35-AV650 Series User Manual

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows

Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 7: Using the RAID-0 or RAID-1 Utility

Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

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