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
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. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm.
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 this product 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: 0120-15-1048...
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 computer 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...
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: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850...
Page 23 CD-RW drive, 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 Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or 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.
Page 26 Computer Disposal Information This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.
Page 27: Table Of Contents
Keeping yourself comfortable ...43 Precautions...43 Important information on your computer’s Setting up your computer ...46 Setting up your software...47 Registering your computer with Toshiba ...48 Adding optional external devices...49 Connecting to a power source ...49 Charging the main battery...53 cooling fan ...45...
Page 28 Contents Using the computer for the first time ...54 Opening the display panel ...54 Your computer’s features and specifications ...55 Turning on the power ...56 Adding memory (optional) ...57 Installing a memory module ...57 Removing a memory module...63 Checking total memory ...65 Using the Dual Mode Pad ...65 Using external display devices ...68 Connecting the display device...69...
Page 29 Playing an audio CD...110 Playing a CD/DVD ...111 Creating a CD/DVD...111 Removing a disc with the computer on...112 Removing a disc with the computer off ...113 Caring for CD or DVD discs ...113 Toshiba’s online resources ...114 keyboard ...95 Contents ® Explorer...99...
Page 30 Contents Chapter 3: Mobile Computing...115 Toshiba’s energy-saver design...115 Running the computer on battery power ...115 Battery Notice ...116 Power management ...117 Using additional batteries ...117 Charging batteries...118 Charging the main battery...118 Charging the RTC battery...119 Monitoring main battery power...120 Determining remaining battery power...122 What to do when the main battery runs low ...123...
Page 31 Using QosmioPlayer ...156 Using the Media Control Buttons ...157 Playing an audio CD...158 Playing a DVD ...159 Watching television...160 Toshiba Remote Control ...162 Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media ...167 Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows Edition 2005...168 Media Center Setup...169 Connecting to a Television ...169...
Page 32 Contents Starting the Media Center ...173 Using Media Center...179 Using the Toshiba Remote Control with Watching Television Programs ...188 Selecting a Program from the TV Guide...189 Watching a Recorded TV Program...191 Changing a scheduled recording...191 Searching for a TV Program to Watch ...192 Recording TV ...193...
Page 33 Playing a DVD movie already in your drive ...215 Changing the Media Center Settings ...216 More Programs...225 Online Spotlight ...226 Getting Help for Media Center...227 Chapter 6: Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility...228 Using RAID ...228 RAID-0 ...229 RAID-1 ...230 When you first start your computer ...231 Creating a new RAID-0 array...233...
Page 34 Using the keyboard or pointing device to Viewing existing key assignments...267 Changing or removing existing key TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility ...268 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ...269 TOSHIBA Power Saver ...270 Preset Power Profiles ...271 Quickly creating a new power profile ...271 Customizing a power profile ...271...
Page 35 Wireless networking problems ...321 DVD operating problems...324 Develop good computing habits ...327 Data and system configuration backup in If you need further assistance...334 Before you contact Toshiba ...334 Contacting Toshiba ...335 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites...336 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...336 ®...
Page 36 Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad ...345 Zooming applications in/out ...345 Keyboard hot keys ...346 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors...347 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer...348 Getting Started...349 Starting ConfigFree ...349 ConfigFree Utilities...351 Connectivity Doctor ...351 Search for Wireless Devices ...354 Profile Settings ...360...
Page 37: Introduction
2002/95/EC, Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), which restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its notebook component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers’ commitment to meeting RoHS requirements by conducting component sampling inspections during the product design approval process.
Page 38: This Guide
Toshiba’ s Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. 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 39: 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 avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Page 40: Other Icons Used
Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: An electronic version of the user’s guide (this document) 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.
Page 41: 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 “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 293.
Page 42: 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 43: 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 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1.
Page 45: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive, or both. Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers.
Page 46: Setting Up Your Computer
Getting Started Setting up your computer Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Standby mode). In this condition, observe the following: Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly...
Page 47: Setting Up Your Software
Setting up your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices.
Page 48: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba
Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to your product. Product registration can be completed during the initial start up process of your computer.
Page 49: Adding Optional External Devices
Adding optional external devices Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba NOTE recommends setting up your software. See software” on page After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: Add more memory (see page Connect a mouse (see Connect a full-size keyboard (see keyboard”...
Page 50 TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury.
Page 51 To connect AC power to the computer: Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adaptor 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 52 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Page 53: Charging The Main Battery
Charging the main battery Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off until the battery light glows blue.
Page 54: Using The Computer For The First Time
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the display panel Press the display release button. Lift the display panel.
Page 55: 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 computer. 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 56: Turning On The Power
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Turning on the power To turn on the computer: Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. Check to ensure that all optical drives are empty.
Page 57: Adding Memory (Optional)
You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See software” on page Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the computer.
Page 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory 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. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.
Page 59 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover. (Sample Illustration) Unscrewing the memory module slot cover Remove the memory module slot cover. Place the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve it later.
Page 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of the computer. If no memory slot is available, you must remove a module by NOTE performing steps page...
Page 61 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot’s socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket Once the module’s connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the socket.
Page 62 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 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 secure it using the screw.
Page 63: Removing A Memory Module
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 Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module:...
Page 64 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops up slightly. If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one NOTE another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module.
Page 65: Checking Total Memory
Restart the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. 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 System.
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
The virtual buttons cannot be used until the mode switch button is tapped again. The virtual buttons and Dual Mode can be enabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. Enabling Dual Mode To enable Dual Mode: Click Start, Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears.
Page 68: Using External Display Devices
Getting Started Using external display devices To configure a virtual button: Perform steps 1-5 in 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 external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect the following types of external display...
Page 69: Connecting The Display Device
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). Using a poor-quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture, poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video.
Page 70 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting a plasma television or VCR/DVD player To connect a plasma television or VCR/DVD player to the computer: Connect one end of an HDMI cable (not included with your computer) to the HDMI Out port on the back of your computer, and then connect the other end of the cable to your television.
Page 71: Dvd Player
Toslink 1/8" (3.5mm) mini plug on one end and a plug compatible with your sound system on the other end. Connecting a standard television, projector, or VCR/ DVD player To connect a standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player: Connect one end of an S-video cable (not included with your computer) to the external video device.
Page 72 Getting Started Using external display devices Adjusting the Display Properties When using the S-video display port, the desktop shown on your TV may be larger than the screen can show. As a result, you may have to adjust the Display Properties to show the entire desktop on the TV without having to pan the display.
Page 73: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen or to display anything on your computer screen. To do this: Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the back of the computer.
Page 74 Getting Started Using external display devices TV (or other external video device) only Built-in display and external monitor (extended desktop) Built-in display and TV (extended desktop) (Sample Image) Display options window The dual display modes (internal display and external device) NOTE cannot be used while you are watching an HD DVD.
Page 75: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps. TECHNICAL NOTE: To use one of the simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Page 76 Getting Started Connecting External AV Input Devices computer is off, launch QosmioPlayer (refer QosmioPlayer” on page Connecting to the S-video In port You can connect an external input device such as a VCR/ DVD player or game console to the S-video In port on the right side of your computer.
Page 77 Connecting External AV Input Devices Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet. Turn on your computer. Turn on the external device. Press the TV button above the keyboard. The QosmioPlayer TV application starts. If necessary, change the input source by pressing the repeatedly until Composite In is selected.
Page 78: Using An External Keyboard
Getting Started Using an external keyboard Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer’s USB ports support any USB- compatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built- in Dual Mode Pad.
Page 79: Setting Up A Printer
If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer will automatically recognize the printer; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you can set up the printer as described in To connect a printer to your computer:...
Page 80: Connecting An Optional External Diskette Drive
Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Click Add a printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer. Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5- inch diskettes.
Page 81: Turning Off The Computer
To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows work.
Page 82 Getting Started Turning off the computer 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 connected to a domain server. Use the Shut Down command if you are using Windows XP Professional and are connected to a domain server.
Page 83: Standby Mode
Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from 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 84: Using The Turn Off Computer Or Shut Down Commands
Getting Started Turning off the computer 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.
Page 85 To use this method, you first need to activate it using Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click on the Setup Action tab. (Sample Image) Setup action settings screen Getting Started Turning off the computer ®...
Page 86 Click OK. For more information about the Power Saver utility, see NOTE “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options set.
Page 87: 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, and then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Getting Started Turning off the computer ®...
Page 88 Click OK. For more information about the Power Saver utility, see NOTE “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set.
Page 89: 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, and then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Getting Started Turning off the computer ®...
Page 90: Closing The Display Panel
Click OK. For more information about the Power Saver utility, see NOTE “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page Once the computer is configured, you can place it into Standby mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the Standby options set.
Page 91: 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 130. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer.
Page 92: 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: Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object.
Page 93: 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 stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved.
Page 94 Learning the Basics Computing tips Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
Page 95: 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 96: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys
Learning the Basics Using the 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. Using the these separate keys, as follows: Press the right side of the enhanced keyboard.
Page 97: Windows Special Keys
Windows special keys (Sample Illustration) Windows special keys Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: Windows key—Opens the Start menu Application key—Has a similar function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay.
Page 98: Using The Overlay To Type Numeric Data
Learning the Basics Starting a program Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, press simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.
Page 99: Starting A Program From The Start Menu
The next three sections explain how to start a program from the Start menu, Explorer and the Run dialog box. Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows Click Start, and then All Programs.
Page 100: Starting A Program From The Run Dialog Box
Learning the Basics Starting a program Click Windows Explorer. Click My Computer to expand the window. In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in “(C:).” In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double- click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files.
Page 101: Saving Your Work
In the Run dialog box: If you know the program’s location, type the command line. For a program in the Windows folder, type just the program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type: then click OK. 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: Saving Files
Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving files In your Windows If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box. Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name.
Page 103: Printing Your Work
File names The Windows operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 255 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than eight characters. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % &...
Page 104: Backing Up Your Work
Learning the Basics Backing up your work To print a file: If your printer is not on, turn it on now. In your 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.
Page 105: Restoring Your Work
HINT: Backing up all the files on your hard disk may take a considerable amount of time and multiple CDs/DVDs. You may prefer to use a high-capacity backup system, such as an external hard drive. Small files can be backed up on diskettes if an optional external diskette drive is available.
Page 106: Drive Components And Control Buttons
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region. The drive will allow you to change regions four times.
Page 107 Windows is running. While Media Center is running, the TV button has the same function as the My TV button on the Toshiba Remote Control. For more information, see “Watching Television Programs” on page Launches the QosmioPlayer if the computer is not powered on.
Page 108: Inserting A Disc
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive The Play/Pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playing. The Stop/Eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc.
Page 109 If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place.
Page 110: Playing An Audio Cd
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Playing an audio CD If the computer is off, you can press the CD/DVD button to play the CD using QosmioPlayer (refer to QosmioPlayer” on page 156 If the computer is turned on, Windows Media and the CD begins to play.
Page 111: Playing A Cd/Dvd
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. Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down.
Page 112: Removing A Disc With The Computer On
These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities.
Page 113: Removing A Disc With The Computer Off
Removing a disc with the computer off To remove a disc with the computer turned off: Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button.
Page 114: 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 115: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend 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 116: 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 117: 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 118: Charging Batteries
Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 119: Charging The Rtc Battery
The battery is almost completely discharged. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely.
Page 120: Monitoring Main Battery Power
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 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 121 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. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. See information on replacing the main battery. HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light ( off light ( ), and the power button light (above the keyboard).
Page 122: Determining Remaining Battery Power
Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The Power Saver Properties window appears. The remaining battery charge is indicated on the left side of the dialog box.
Page 123: What To Do When The Main Battery Runs Low
To change the default alarm settings: Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. Click the Setup Action tab. Configure the Alarm settings to suit your needs. Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power “Hibernation mode”...
Page 124: 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 125: 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 126: Using A Hot Key To Set The Power Profile
Presentation, and Long Life. Release the The pop-up window disappears. You are now in the selected mode. For more information on setting the battery Power Profile, “TOSHIBA Power Saver” on page simultaneously to display the Power key. , press until you select the...
Page 127: Changing The Main Battery
Changing the main battery When your main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another conductive object.
Page 128 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. Pull the discharged battery out of 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 129: Inserting A Charged 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. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity.
Page 130: Taking Care Of Your Battery
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Slide the battery lock to the locked position. (Sample Illustration) Locking the battery release lock Turn the computer right side up. Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of “Removing the battery from the computer” on page Restart the computer.
Page 131: Maintaining 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 132 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes. If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time, continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged. If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4.
Page 133: Disposing Of Used Batteries
Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries...
Page 134: 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 or visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 135: 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 programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Page 136: 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 Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Page 137: 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 or flash media, it does not go into the Recycle Bin.
Page 138: 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 139 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Determining the COM port Your modem (available on certain models) is connected to one of the computer’s COM (communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM3. The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings.
Page 140: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
Send a fax directly from your computer. For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. 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.
Page 141: Connecting Your Computer To A Network
Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack. (Sample Illustration) Connecting to a wall jack Connect the built-in modem only to ordinary analog phone NOTE lines. Never connect the built-in modem to a digital line (ISDN). Never connect the built-in modem to the digital connector on a public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange (PBX).
Page 142 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications connecting to the network, consult your network administrator. While you are at home or traveling, you need a dial-up connection. Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network. Setting up the connection To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations.
Page 143 Select the Properties icon. Select the Do not use this device (disable) option from the Device usage drop-down. Click OK. Your LAN port is now disabled. To enable the Ethernet LAN port, repeat steps one through four. Select the Use this device (enable) check box, and click Using Wireless LAN Connectivity Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to NOTE...
Page 144: An Overview Of Using The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features 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, under these headings: The Internet The World Wide Web Internet Service Providers Connecting to the Internet Surfing the Internet...
Page 145: Internet Service Providers
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. You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone and modem or through other higher-speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and...
Page 146: Surfing The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using 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 in the Web address.
Page 147: Uploading To, And Downloading Files From, The Internet
clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board. 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 148 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features Positioning (Sample Image) Sound Recorder screen Click the Record button. Speak normally into the microphone. When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform.
Page 149: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers. Instead of using the internal speakers, you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers. Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down.
Page 150: Using Pc Cards
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using PC Cards Using PC Cards TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later). Other cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use. Your notebook computer comes with a PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards that you can install: Type I cards...
Page 151: Removing A Pc Card
Removing a PC Card Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to removing it. Otherwise, the system may be damaged. Before removing a PC Card, make sure that no applications or NOTE system services are using the card. Prepare the card for removal by right-clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and then selecting the card or device you want to remove.
Page 152: Setting Up A Pc Card For Your Computer
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using an ExpressCard™ Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online Help.
Page 153: Removing An Expresscard
Removing an ExpressCard Prepare the card for removal by right-clicking 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: Inserting Memory Media
Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot The Bridge Media Adapter slot may also support other types of media. For a complete list of supported media, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media. To NOTE copy data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of Windows.
Page 155: Removing Memory Media
Removing memory media Prepare the media for removal by right-clicking 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 media for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later.
Page 156: Using The I.link ® Port
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using the i.LINK® port Using the i.LINK The i.LINK extremely fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate). This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices.
Page 157: Using The Media Control Buttons
To start the QosmioPlayer: If the computer is on, turn it off or place it in Hibernation mode. The computer must either be off or in Hibernation mode for NOTE QosmioPlayer to start. If the computer is powered on or in Standby mode, turn off the computer before trying to start QosmioPlayer.
Page 158: Playing An Audio Cd
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer The Record button only works when using the Windows Media NOTE Center Edition, and is not operational when using QosmioPlayer. Playing an audio CD Insert a supported audio CD into your optical drive. The QosmioPlayer automatically recognizes and plays supported CDs.
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: Watching Television
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 Toshiba Remote Control. key on the computer or...
Page 161 (Sample Image) Setup menu When viewing television programs, you have the following options: Press a number on your keyboard to watch a specific channel. PAGE UP/ Press the PAGE UP key to scroll backward through channels, DOWN press the PAGE DOWN key to scroll forward through channels. CTRL+UP/ Press the CTRL+UP Arrow keys to increase the volume, press DOWN Arrow...
Page 162: Toshiba Remote Control
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using QosmioPlayer Toshiba Remote Control You can use your Toshiba 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 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Toshiba Remote Control Buttons Overview Stop Record* Rewind Replay Back Arrows Volume Control Recorded Guide Clear (Sample Illustration) Toshiba Remote Control Using QosmioPlayer Power Microsoft shortcut buttons* Pause Play Forward Skip More OK Button Start* Channel/...
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 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 Press the 1 key on the computer’s keyboard to recover to the initial configuration.
Page 168: Xp Media Center
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 TV, such as a cable TV Set-top box, satellite Set-top box, VCR/DVD player, etc. This allows the Toshiba Remote Control to control the device using the Media Center.
Page 173: Starting The Media Center
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Install batteries in the remote control. (For an illustration of the set-up described above, see Run the Media Center Setup wizard (see Media Center” on page through the setup process to configure your TV signal. Starting the Media Center To start the Media Center: Point the remote at the computer’s infrared sensor and...
Page 174 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center To complete the Media Center Setup, follow the wizard’s on- screen prompts. For more information, see the Microsoft XP Media Center Edition Help file on your computer: Click the help icon located at the top of each screen.
Page 175 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Click Yes to verify that your Internet connection is always on. Click Next. The wizard displays the Test Your Internet Connection screen. Click Test to verify that your computer is connected to the Internet.
Page 176 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center When you set up the TV Signal and identify the Set-top box NOTE remote, you may receive a “Remote Not Recognized” message. When this occurs, you must select the Have Media Center Learn My Remote Again From Scratch option.
Page 177 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Use the numeric keys on your keyboard to enter your ZIP code, then click Next. The wizard displays the Download Provider Information screen. The Media Center connects to the Internet and begins to download information about your local TV provider.
Page 178 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Starting the Media Center Click Keep my current settings and continue, then click Next. The wizard displays the Adjust Your Display Settings screen. Click Finish this wizard, then click Next. The wizard displays the You Are Done! screen.
Page 179: Using Media Center
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center You can run Media Center side by side with other Windows NOTE software programs. It is possible to browse through your pictures, watch videos, play music, and even record TV while using other Windows programs.
Page 180 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center When enjoying the Media Center, use the icons on the Title Bar to return to the Media Center main screen, go back to the previous screen, or to display the Media Center’s online help. Home screen (Sample Image) Title Bar Icons Use the Media Playback controls at the bottom of the screen...
Page 181: Using The Toshiba Remote Control With Media Center
OK. Using the Toshiba Remote Control with Media Center You can use your remote control with Media Center to play CDs, DVDs, and videos;...
Page 182 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Toshiba Remote Control Buttons Overview Stop Record* Rewind Replay Back Arrows Volume Control Recorded Guide Clear (Sample Illustration) Toshiba Remote Control Power ® Microsoft shortcut buttons*...
Page 183 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 184 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Forward — Moves media (video, DVD, music, and so on) forward. To stop forward progress of the media, press Play. Skip — Moves media (video, DVD, music, and so on) forward.
Page 185 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Navigation and direct access — The navigation buttons move the cursor around to select desired action or window options. much like a mouse does. The other direct access buttons open specific windows within Media Center such as recorded TV programs, the Television Program Guide, a DVD main menu, and live Audio and Video —...
Page 186 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center Media Playback Buttons These buttons allow you to play back picture slide shows, music files, playlists, music CDs, DVD movies, home videos, and live TV (so long as a TV source is connected to the computer) from within Media Center.
Page 187 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Moves the video backward Moves live TV program to the beginning of the 30-minute pause buffer Use Stop to stop selected media from playing. When this is pressed while you are watching TV, the Media Center pause buffer continues to record in the background.
Page 188: 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 189: 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 190 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 191: 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 192: 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 193: 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. Media Center displays the search results.
Page 194: Recording Tv Tips
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Recording TV If there is a recording conflict or error, the Record Conflict icon appears next to the show in the TV Guide. This means the show will not be recorded unless the conflict is resolved. You can resolve recording conflicts on the Scheduled screen.
Page 195: Recording From The Guide
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 manually update the Guide before scheduling a recording. If you turn off your computer, the Media Center will not record NOTE a scheduled program. Your computer must be turned on or in Standby mode to record a TV program.
Page 196: 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 197: 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 198: 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 199: Listening To Music
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 200 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Click Start on the Taskbar, and then click Windows Media Player. Click the Library tab at the top of the window. The first time you select the media Library, a message tells you that Windows Media Player needs to search your computer for your music files.
Page 201: Adding Music From Your Hard Drive To Windows Media Player Library
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library You can place all your music files into the My Music folder or into other folders on your hard drive, however, you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them.
Page 202: Playing Digital Music Files
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Click Search. Windows Media Player searches the selected drives for all supported audio files and adds them to the Media Library. If Windows Media Player does not recognize all of your audio files, try copying the files directly into Windows Media Player.
Page 203: Finding Music Files In My Music
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Insert a CD into the CD drive — the CD plays automatically in Media Center. If you have other media such as live TV already playing when you insert the CD, Media Center asks you if you want to play the CD.
Page 204: Playing A Song
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Use the arrow keys to select a music file, press OK on the remote, and then press Play on the remote control to begin playing that music file. If you back up music files from a CD using Windows Media NOTE Player, you must log the files into the Media Player’s play list...
Page 205: Setting Up An Automatic Disc Jockey
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Setting Up an Automatic Disc Jockey You can select to have Media Center randomly play all the available songs in one genre: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window.
Page 206: Creating A Playlist
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Listening to Music Shuffle (rearrange the play order of the music tracks on the album) Repeat (play the album again) Play (play the selected album) Buy Music (connect to the Internet, find CD information, and buy music CDs) Visualize (view an image) Edit Queue (edit the songs in the queue)
Page 207 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 To create a playlist: Click Start on the Taskbar and select Windows Media Player. Click the Library tab. Left click the Now Playing list menu on the right side of the screen.
Page 208: Displaying Your Pictures
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Displaying Your Pictures 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 View and scroll through pictures that are in the My...
Page 209 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 (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 window.
Page 210: 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 211: 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 212: Playing Digital Videos
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching Your Digital Movies If not, move your videos into the My Videos or Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer for Media Center to be able to find and play them. Once you have placed all your videos into the My Videos or Shared Videos folder, you can rename, add, delete, and organize them into folders.
Page 213: Playing A Video In Full Screen Mode
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 mouse to resize the window if you want to watch your video while doing something else on your desktop. When the video is finished, select Restart and then press OK to replay the video.
Page 214: Watching A Dvd/Hd Dvd
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Watching a DVD/HD DVD Watching a DVD/HD DVD Watching DVDs in the Media Center allows you to control the playback with your remote control. If you select to play your DVD in another program, the use of some of the remote control buttons is not supported.
Page 215: Stopping A Dvd Movie
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Stopping a DVD Movie Press the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an item on the Stopped menu, and then press OK. Select Resume to begin playing the DVD where you left off.
Page 216: 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 217 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing General Settings General settings affect each user’s experience in Media Center and can be changed only by the administrator of the computer. Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window.
Page 218 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings Select Automatic Download Options to change your download settings (Download when connected, or Manual download). Select About Media Center to view information about the Media Center’s software version, terms of service, and data provider credits.
Page 219 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 To change the TV/DVD settings on Recorded Storage or Recording Default screens, use the arrow buttons to select an option, and then press OK on the remote control. Use the arrows to select Save on the screen. Then press OK on the remote control again to enter the changes.
Page 220 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings In the Recorder Defaults window, select Until I watch as the Keep setting for each recorded show. 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.
Page 221 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Select About Guide Listings to find out general Guide information and the date range of your current Television Program Guide. Use the arrow buttons to select an option, and then press OK on the remote control.
Page 222 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings (Sample Image) General Settings Parental Controls screen 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.
Page 223 Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Select DVD. In the DVD Settings window, select DVD Language. Use the arrow buttons to select the + or – buttons. Press the OK button on the remote control to scroll through the languages available.
Page 224 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 225: 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 226: Online Spotlight
Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Media Center Edition 2005 Online Spotlight (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. Tips on Media Center are also available for viewing from this screen.
Page 227: 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 228: Chapter 6: Using The Toshiba Raid 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 229: Raid-0
Using the TOSHIBA RAID 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 230: Raid-1
Using the TOSHIBA RAID 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 231: 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 232 Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility Using RAID (Sample Image) New HDD detected window You can choose to use your secondary drive as a mirror (RAID 1) of the first drive, or not use RAID at all, and use the secondary hard disk as a second hard drive.
Page 233: Creating A New Raid-0 Array
Please be certain of which RAID type you wish to use (if any) before making a selection. Always make sure you have backed up all important data. Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility Creating a new RAID-0 array...
Page 234 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. Your computer can only be configured for one type of RAID at NOTE a time.
Page 235 WARNING: IF ONE HARD DISK FAILS, ALL DATA IS LOST. Enter selection:" (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery DVD RAID Menu Press 3 and then press Enter to select RAID-0. RAID-1 configuration can vary in time to complete, depending NOTE on the size of the hard drives and the amount of data.
Page 236: Toshiba Raid Console Utility
TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility 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...
Page 237 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 238: Defining Options For Raid-0 Or Raid-1
The equal sign indicates that the data is mirrored (copied) from the internal hard disk to the secondary internal hard disk. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility with RAID- 1 configured Defining options for RAID-0 or RAID-1...
Page 239 To define options for RAID: Start the TOSHIBA RAID Console utility by clicking Start, All Programs. Then select TOSHIBA, RAID, RAID Console. Click Options. The Options dialog box appears. (Sample Image) Options window Check media—Allows you to enable and specify the frequency of automatic media checking.
Page 240 Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility Enable write cache—During mirroring, data is copied from the computer’s hard disk to the secondary internal hard disk. MBR Protection—Protects the master boot record on your computer’s hard disk by prohibiting data from being written onto the master boot record data area.
Page 241: 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 243 Make the appropriate selections.
Page 242 Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility Double-click the array icon. The Array information window appears. (Sample Image) Array information window Array No. Identification number of array. Status—Indicates the status of the array. The contents which will be displayed are as follows: RAID level—Displays the RAID level for the array.
Page 243: Viewing The Status Of A Hard Disk Drive
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. Double-click the hard disk icon.
Page 244 Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility (Sample Image) hard disk drive information window Status—Displays the status of the physical drive. Capacity—Displays the drive capacity in gigabytes. Model number—Displays the drive model number. Serial number—Displays the drive serial number.
Page 245: 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 246: 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.
Page 247 - data is broken into blocks and written to both hard disks simultaneously to increase the hard disk performance. WARNING: IF ONE HARD DISK FAILS, ALL DATA IS LOST. Enter selection:" (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery DVD RAID Menu Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility TOSHIBA RAID Console Utility...
Page 248: 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 249: 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 250 Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility Rebuilding the data on the secondary disk in a RAID-1 array Click Mirroring. The Confirm disk mirroring window appears. (Sample Image) Confirm disk mirroring window Click OK. The Confirm disk mirroring window appears. (Sample Image) Confirm disk mirroring window Click OK.
Page 251: 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 seconary hard disk improperly could damage your computer or result in the loss of data.
Page 252: 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 253: Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities
These utilities are described in this chapter. TOSHIBA Assist Supervisor password User password PC Diagnostic Tool Utility Fn-esse® TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility TOSHIBA Power Saver Mouse Utility Toshiba Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Zooming Utility CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer TOSHIBA Accessibility...
Page 254: Toshiba Assist
The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist, do one of the following: Double-click the Toshiba Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Toshiba Assist.
Page 255: Connect
Connect The features available in this category are: ConfigFree Start Bluetooth Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Local COM Settings (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window – Connect tab Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist ®...
Page 256: Secure
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: User password Supervisor password (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window – Secure tab...
Page 257: Protect & Fix
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: PC Diagnostic Tool Utility (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window – Protect & Fix tab...
Page 258: Optimize
The features available in this category are: TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility TOSHIBA Power Saver Mouse Utility Toshiba Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Zooming Utility CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer TOSHIBA Accessibility (Sample Image) Toshiba Assist window – Optimize tab...
Page 259: 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.
Page 260: Using A User Password
A user password provides instant password and power-on password protection. Setting a user password To register a password for the power-on password functions: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. On the left side, select Secure.
Page 261: Using A Supervisor 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 262: Pc Diagnostic Tool Utility
Click OK to exit. Deleting a supervisor password To cancel the power-on password function: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. On the left side, click the Secure tab.
Page 263: Fn-Esse
Click Start Diagnostics when you are ready to begin the tests. ® Fn-esse Desktop shortcuts and Toshiba’s Fn-esse program provide quick ways to open programs, documents, and folders from within any Windows For more information on creating desktop shortcuts, refer to the operating system documentation that came with your computer.
Page 264: Starting Fn-Esse
You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. ® Starting Fn-esse Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Fn-esse, or click the Hotkey Assignment icon in the Optimize tab of The Fn-esse keyboard appears.
Page 265: Using Drag-And-Drop To Assign A Key
Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign a key To assign a key to open a program or document: Start Fn-esse. Perform one of the following: Using the keyboard, press and hold the press the desired assignment key. Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® ® Explorer (or the ® -based...
Page 266 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Using the pointing device, move the cursor over the desired key in the Fn-esse window and press the secondary button. The Assignment Type dialog box appears. (Sample Image) Fn-esse assignment type dialog box Follow the instructions in...
Page 267: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Fn-esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box. To change the key assignment, click Direct or Popup and continue as if you were creating a new assignment. To remove the key assignment, click Clear. plus the appropriate key from within any ® -based program. Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse®...
Page 268: Toshiba Hotkey Utility
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility The TOSHIBA Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the Hotkey combination for Standby [ To activate the Hotkey utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Hotkey utility.
Page 269: Toshiba Sd™ Memory Card Format Utility
This utility is used to format SD Media Adapter slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format, or click the SD Memory Card icon in the Optimize tab of The SD Memory Card Format screen appears.
Page 270: Toshiba Power Saver
The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Profile panel on the left of the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window shows the power profiles used to control power usage for both AC power and battery power, as well as the estimated battery life for each power profile mode.
Page 271: Preset Power Profiles
Customizing a power profile Select the profile to be customized in the Profile panel. Make the desired changes to the settings on the Basic Setup tab and the Setup Action tab. Click Apply, then OK. Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Power Saver...
Page 272: Mouse Utility
Toshiba Utilities Mouse Utility Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your pointing device or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility: Click Start, Control Panel, and then Mouse, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of The Mouse Properties screen appears.
Page 273: Toshiba Hardware Setup
Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through the Windows system. To access it: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, Assist, or click the Toshiba Hardware Setup icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA The Toshiba Hardware Setup screen appears.
Page 274 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup Display—Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in LCD display When the computer restarts, it remembers the last NOTE configuration. If data does not appear on the display you are using after starting in Standby Mode, press Fn + F5. For more information, see on the computer”...
Page 275: Toshiba Zooming Utility
® Adobe Icons on the desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Zooming Utility, or click the Zooming Utility icon in the Optimize tab of The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears.
Page 276 The zoom in and zoom out hot keys will now work with the applications you selected. To zoom in, hold down the hold down the For more information about how to use the TOSHIBA Zooming utility, right click the then click Help. key and press key and press ;...
Page 277: Cd/Dvd Drive Acoustic Silencer
(Sample Image) CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer does not operate when NOTE running QosmioPlayer. Please use Windows Media Center or Media Player if you want to use the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer. Toshiba Utilities CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer...
Page 278: Toshiba Accessibility
Click Set Normal Mode to run the drive at normal speed for transferring data. TOSHIBA Accessibility The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required.
Page 279: Fingerprint Authentication Utility
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 280: Fingerprint Enrollment
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Fingerprint Enrollment Use the Enroll or Edit Fingerprints wizard to enroll new fingerprints or to update existing fingerprint samples. NOTE It is recommended that you complete the Fingerprint tutorial before starting fingerprint enrollment. The Fingerprint tutorial shows how to achieve the highest quality fingerprint samples.
Page 281: Fingerprint Logon
Windows When the user attempts to log on again, the user’s fingerprint is read and compared with the user’s enrolled fingerprints; if the fingerprint is recognized, user logon is completed. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ® user account.
Page 282: Power-On Security
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility The Fast User Switching feature of the Windows system is also supported. If user A is logged on and the fingerprint utility verifies the fingerprint of user B (who is already enrolled), the utility recognizes the fingerprint and switches the users.
Page 283 Boot button to delete the fingerprint from the fingerprint device memory. The fingerprint device memory can typically hold up to 21 fingerprints. The number of slots remaining is displayed in the enrollment wizard. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility ® logon password.
Page 284: Control Center
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Control Center The Control Center contains various functions for fingerprint management and for setting up your fingerprint software. Available options depend on the software status, used hardware, and installed applications. Fingerprints Enroll or Edit Fingerprints—Runs the fingerprint enrollment wizard.
Page 285: Password Bank
Biomenu. Biomenu Biomenu provides access to the utility’s features and settings. It is available in several variants or skins. To view or select other Biomenu skins, open the Control Center and select Settings, User Settings. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility...
Page 286 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Swipe your finger to open Biomenu. If fingerprint verification is configured to invoke another action (e.g., display a registered page), press and hold the swiping your finger. The Biomenu contains the following menu options: Lock computer—Locks your computer. Use the reader to unlock the computer again.
Page 287 If the page has multiple registered forms, but there is no active form, all existing registered forms for the page are displayed. You then select the one to be replayed. Toshiba Utilities...
Page 288 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility 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. Use the reader. Optional—If the hint for replaying dialogs is displayed, confirm that you want to replay the registration.
Page 289 Select a registration. Click Delete. How to Delete the Fingerprint Data Fingerprint data is stored in the non-volatile memory. If the computer changes ownership, Toshiba recommends the following procedure: Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and then Control Center.
Page 290: Care And Maintenance Of Your Fingerprint Reader
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint Authentication Utility Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader Failure to follow these guidelines and/or procedures might result in damage to the reader or cause reader failure, finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate. Do not scratch or poke the reader with your nails or any hard or sharp objects.
Page 291 The fingerprint for each finger is different and unique. Please ensure that only the registered or enrolled fingerprint or fingerprints are used for identification. Check sliding position (see illustration below). (Sample Illustration) Aligning the finger on the reader Toshiba Utilities...
Page 292: Fingerprint Reader Limitations
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 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 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
To record the details: Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays. The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. Press Ctrl Open Notepad (click Start, All Programs, Accessories and then click Notepad).
Page 296 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens. Verify that the active program accepts text input. Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text and try typing again.
Page 297 AC adaptor. Try turning the computer on again. If the computer starts normally, the AC adaptor may be defective and will need to be replaced (see the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com). If the AC power light starts flashing, remove the battery, and continue with the steps below.
Page 298: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
“trickle-charge” to the battery. Once the battery has been trickle-charged, it may begin working correctly again. If the trickle-charging does not prove effective, visit the Toshiba Web site at Support Bulletin Step-Charging the computer’s battery (click the Ask Iris support bulletin by name).
Page 299: Using Startup Options To Fix Problems
The Windows® operating system is not working The operating system responds differently from the normal routine. The screen does not look right. 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.
Page 300: Internet Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Start Windows Reboot Return to OS Choices (menu) 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.
Page 301: The Windows Xp Operating System Can Help You
Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using ®...
Page 302: A Plan Of Action
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of all devices, programs, and features. If the system or one of its attached devices is not working, resolving the problem can be time-consuming and frustrating.
Page 303 Plug and Play With Plug and Play and the operating system, avoiding hardware conflicts is easy. Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS (basic input/output system) and the operating system to automatically assign system resources to Plug and Play-compliant devices. In theory, if every device connected to the computer is Plug and Play-compliant, no two devices will compete for the same system resources.
Page 304: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable. Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them.
Page 305 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance. Click the Administrative Tools icon. Double-click Computer Management, then click Device Manager. To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type. To view the properties, double-click the device. The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs.
Page 306: Memory Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: Click Start, Turn off computer. Click Turn Off. The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically.
Page 307: Power And The Batteries
Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional high-capacity battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor or power cord/cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries.
Page 308: 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 309: Display Problems
keyboard. Refer to the software documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys. You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages. The keyboard you connected may be defective or incompatible with the computer.
Page 310 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict problem, press display priority to its previous setting. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you through the display options. If you are using an external monitor: Check that the monitor is turned on.
Page 311 For more information see Windows A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware. Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer’s internal display.
Page 312: Disk Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them.
Page 313 Click Start. Error-checking tests and repairs the disk. Your hard disk seems very slow. If you have been using your computer for a long time, your files may have become fragmented. Run Disk Defragmenter. To do this, click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then Disk Defragmenter.
Page 314: Optical Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The computer displays the message. If you are starting the computer from a diskette, the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer. Replace it with a bootable diskette. The drive cannot read a diskette.
Page 315: Sound System Problems
If you need to remove a disc and cannot turn on the computer (for example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in the small hole next to the optical drive eject button on the face of the optical drive tray.
Page 316: Pc Card Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud. Adjust the volume control. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager.
Page 317 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. If the card malfunctions again, it may be defective.
Page 318 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict own I/O base address. See Manager” on page 304 Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not required to have its own address. Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails.
Page 319: Printer Problems
Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray.
Page 320: 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 pcsupport.toshiba.com. 139.
Page 321: 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 322 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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 323 Enter PING 192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter. If “Request Timed Out” or another error message appears in response, then the problem is probably Wi-Fi-related. If you have enabled any security provisions (closed system, MAC address filtering, Wired Equivalent Privacy [WEP], etc.), check the access point vendor's Web site for recent firmware upgrades.
Page 324: Dvd Operating Problems
If Something Goes Wrong 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 325 “Checking device properties” on page 304 instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive 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 326 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems 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. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions below: Right-click the Desktop, select Properties.
Page 327: Develop Good Computing Habits
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. Many software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! See “Computing tips”...
Page 328: Data And System Configuration Backup In Windows Xp
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Get familiar with all the user’s guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase. Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self- help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals.
Page 329 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.” Then click Create. Windows creates the Restore Point and automatically stamps it with the current date and time. Then, at a later time, you can re-establish your Windows configuration using the saved Restore Point.
Page 330 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 331 NOTE Documents and other data files that you create as you work are typically stored in the My Documents folder. You may also wish to back up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: E-mail files and settings—for Outlook, Outlook Express, or other e-mail applications.
Page 332 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer Follow these steps to back up your Favorites for Internet Explorer (ver 5.0 or newer): In Internet Explorer, click File, Import and Export. The Import/Export Wizard will appear. Click Next. Click Export Favorites, Next.
Page 333 General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help ensure 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 such as special toolbars for your web browser).
Page 334: 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 335: Contacting Toshiba
Go to the Tech Support Center, select your particular model from the list and go to the Detailed Specifications for that model. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware- related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you.
Page 336: 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 337 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. If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome...
Page 338: 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 339: Password Security
Password security This hot key blanks the display. Without a password 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. With a password activates instant security. If you set a blank screen saver, pressing the combination to activate instant security will cause the screen to go blank.
Page 340: Maintaining Security When The Battery Is Not Fully Charged
Hot Keys Password security 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. To protect your desktop, you must set up a screen saver with a password before activating the password feature.
Page 341: Power Profile
This hot key displays the power profile pop-up window and cycles through the power profiles. (Sample Image) Power profiles The properties of each power profile are set in the Toshiba Power Saver utility. For more information, see page Standby mode This hot key places the computer into Standby mode.
Page 342: Hibernation Mode
Hot Keys Hibernation mode Hibernation mode This hot key places the computer into 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. (Sample Image) Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond.
Page 343: Display Modes
Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: (Sample Image) Display options window To use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The dual display modes (internal display and external device) NOTE cannot be used while you are watching an HD DVD.
Page 344: Display Brightness
Hot Keys Display brightness Display brightness This hot key decreases the screen brightness. This hot key increases the screen brightness. Enabling a wireless device This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices on your computer (for systems with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth The wireless modes are: Bluetooth enabled—This enables only the Bluetooth module.
Page 345: Disabling Or Enabling The Dual Mode Pad
Utility” on page This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see Utility” on page Disabling or enabling the Dual Mode Pad “Using the Dual Mode Pad” on page 275. 275. Hot Keys “TOSHIBA Zooming “TOSHIBA Zooming...
Page 346: 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 resolution.
Page 347: Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook 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...
Page 348: Toshiba Computer
Appendix C Using ConfigFree your Toshiba Computer All references to Bluetooth NOTE only if Bluetooth is available on your system. ™ ConfigFree communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks.
Page 349: Getting Started
Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Networking, and then 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. Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility.
Page 350 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started 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. You can then click the appropriate icon on the Launcher to start the desired ConfigFree utilities.
Page 351: Configfree Utilities
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer (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 352 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Location of wireless communication switch (identified with a yellow arrow) Status of wireless communication switch (on or off) (Sample Image) Connectivity Doctor screen 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.
Page 353 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem. A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the Connectivity Doctor screen, and an orange frame describes the relevant location.
Page 354: Search For Wireless Devices
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth neighborhood, and displays information about them on a virtual map. To search for wireless devices: Click the Click Search for Wireless Devices.
Page 355 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer (Sample Image) Viewing Wi-Fi devices 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 356 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (Sample Image) Dragging a device to the Access Point (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...
Page 357 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 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 358 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Transferring files using Bluetooth There are several ways to use Bluetooth devices. To select the device using the Bluetooth Open the Bluetooth Drag and drop the file directly onto the icon for that...
Page 359 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Or, you can right-click the file and select Send to Bluetooth Devices. (Sample Image) Selecting Send to Bluetooth Choose a file recipient. Click Send. During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the NOTE selected device will occur automatically.
Page 360: Profile Settings
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities 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 361 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer To create a profile: Click the icon in the system tray. Move the pointer to Profile. 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.
Page 362 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (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.
Page 363: Configfree Summit
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 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 364 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities (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. To share a file with one user, drag and drop the file on the user’s icon.
Page 365 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as desired. If you are the Host of the summit, and drag a file to the center...
Page 366 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Using ConfigFree SUMMIT To host a ConfigFree SUMMIT: Click the Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. SUMMIT can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. NOTE Select the appropriate users and invite them to the SUMMIT meeting.
Page 367: Quick Connect
Projector (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 368 Because the wireless LAN’ s default connection setting is for NOTE Ad Hoc mode, the Toshiba Wireless Projector will not connect if the projector is set to Infrastructure mode. If this occurs, you can change the wireless LAN’ s connection setting to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on the projector.
Page 369 If you close ConfigFree. Direct Link Toshiba Device When Access Point is not available, use the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature to connect your computer in Ad Hoc (peer-to-peer) mode and use the Summit feature. To use this feature: Display the ConfigFree menu.
Page 370: Using The Automatic Switch
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch 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 371: Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification window appears. You can then click this window to connect using the settings specified in the profile.
Page 372: Glossary
Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following 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...
Page 373 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 gigabyte hard disk drive...
Page 374 Glossary SCSI SDRAM SRAM SVGA Terms The following 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.
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 —...
Page 377 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. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache.
Page 378 Glossary disk drive — The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk. It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read/write heads. diskette — A thin, flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data.
Page 379 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. expansion device — A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities.
Page 380 — The physical components of a computer system. 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 when the computer was turned off.
Page 381 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 —...
Page 382 Glossary 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 optical drive — A drive which reads plastic coated discs on which information is recorded digitally and uses a laser to read data, music, or videos. 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.
Page 384 Glossary properties — The attributes of an object or device. For example, the properties of a file include the file’s type, size, and creation date. RAM (random access memory) — Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. Volatile here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer.
Page 385 “greater than” sign) indicating where users are to enter commands. Toshiba tablet pen — The writing instrument used with the tablet. It is stored on the right side of the computer. TFT display — See active-matrix display.
Page 386 Glossary utility — A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. Web — See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi — A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components.
Page 387: Index
52 not charging 307 power profile 341 power profile hot key 126 real-time clock (RTC) 117 removing 127 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 154 removing memory media 155 button power 56 start 137...
Page 388 Index charging the battery 53 checking device properties 304 communications network connection 141 set up 138 system resources 302 compact discs handling 109 inserting 108 removing 112 computer caring for 91 cleaning 91 moving 91 non-system disk or disk error message 297 not accessing disk drives 296 running on battery power 115...
Page 389 program has performed an illegal operation 294 warning resume failure 296 Error-checking 312 Ethernet LAN port 142 expansion memory slot 59 exploring the desktop 135 ExpressCard inserting 152 removing 153 external monitor not working 311 mouse 78 external diskette drive connecting 80 external display adjusting the picture quality 75...
Page 390 Index bookmarked site not found 300 connecting to 145 features 146 slow connection 300 surfing 146 uploading and downloading files URL address not found 300 using 144 Internet Explorer icon 137 Internet Service Providers 145 IRQ (Interrupt Request) 302 ISPs 145 jack headphones 70 RJ-11 141...
Page 391 314 changing display properties 311 checking device properties 304 computer hangs when PC Card computer will not power up 295 contacting Toshiba 334 corrupted/damaged data files 313 Device Manager 304 disabling a device 304 disk drive is slow 313...
Page 392 Index found 300 Internet connection is slow 300 keyboard not responding 296 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 312 modem not receiving or transmitting 320 no sound 315 non-system disk or disk error PC Card 316 checklist 317 error occurs 318 hot swapping fails 318 not recognized 318 slot appears dead 317...
Page 393 140 television connecting 69 Toshiba registering computer 48 worldwide offices 336 Toshiba Assist 254 Toshiba Hardware Setup 273 Toshiba online resources 114 Toshiba utilities 253 traveling tips 134 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 324 external keyboard 309...

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Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

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Chapter 6: Using the TOSHIBA RAID Utility

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities

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