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Toshiba Qosmio F15 Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 Series User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ 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 254 in this guide. “If Something Goes Wrong” on...
  • Page 2 AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR...
  • 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 This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 5 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: ❖...

  • Page 8: Regulatory Information

    Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment. Regulatory Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.
  • Page 9 ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment. English: Hereby, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 10 Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 11 Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • Page 12 Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

  • Page 13: Device Authorization

    The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100...

  • Page 14: Radio Approvals For Wireless Devices

    Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 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...
  • Page 15 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 16 802.11a (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 17 ❖ 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 18 802.11a (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 19: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability

    New Zealand Portugal Sweden Bluetooth 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: ❖...

  • Page 20: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health

    Always use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for...

  • Page 21: Regulatory Statements

    community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization.
  • Page 22 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 23 Taiwan Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design. Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications.
  • Page 24 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916...
  • Page 25 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 26 THEREOF. Trademarks Noteworthy is a registered trademark, and SelectServ, FreedomWare, SmartMedia, and Qosmio are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 27 Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/ Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks. xD-Picture Card is a trademark of Fuji.

  • Page 28: Table Of Contents

    Other precautions ...46 Important information on your computer’s Setting up your computer ...49 Setting up your software...49 Registering your computer with Toshiba ...51 Adding external devices ...51 Connecting to a power source ...52 Charging the main battery...55 cooling fan ...48...
  • Page 29 Using the computer for the first time ...56 Opening the display panel ...56 Your computer’s features and specifications ...57 Turning on the power ...57 Using the TouchPad™...59 Scrolling with the TouchPad™ ...59 Using the Scroll button ...60 Using the Control buttons ...60 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad ...60 Installing additional memory (optional) ...62 Removing a memory module...66...
  • Page 30 Caring for CD or DVD Discs ...109 Powering down the computer ...109 Using the Turn off command ...110 Using Hibernation Mode ...112 Using Standby Mode...114 Toshiba’s online resources ...117 keyboard ...87 ® special keys...89 port to display on a digital TV ...106 ®...
  • Page 31 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing... 118 Toshiba’s energy-saver design...118 Running the computer on battery power ...119 Battery Notice ...119 Power management ...120 Using additional batteries ...121 Charging the batteries...121 Charging the main battery...122 Charging the RTC battery...122 Monitoring battery power ...124 Determining remaining battery power...124...
  • Page 32 Contents The World Wide Web ...148 Internet Service Providers...148 Connecting to the Internet ...149 Surfing the Internet...149 Internet features...150 Uploading and downloading files from Exploring audio features ...151 Recording sounds...151 Using external speakers or headphones...153 Using the i.LINK® port ...154 Inserting and removing PC Cards ...154 Inserting a PC Card ...155 Removing a PC Card ...156...
  • Page 33 On systems with QosmioPlayer currently On systems with QosmioPlayer previously Chapter 5: Getting to Know the Windows Edition 2005... 176 Media Center Setup...177 Connecting to a Television ...177 Connecting the TV Signal Source When Starting the Media Center ...181 Using Media Center...188 Remote Control For Media Center...190 Watching Television Programs ...196 Selecting a Program from the TV Guide...198...
  • Page 34 Playing a DVD movie already in your drive ...223 Changing the Media Center Settings ...224 More Programs...233 Online Spotlight ...234 Getting Help for Media Center...235 Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities... 236 Fn-esse Starting Fn-esse Using the keyboard or pointing device to Viewing existing key assignments...240 Changing or removing existing key TOSHIBA Console ...241...
  • Page 35 Mouse utility ...245 Hotkey utility ...245 Toshiba Hardware Settings ...246 Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility ...247 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ...248 Setting passwords ...249 Using an instant password...250 Using a supervisor or user password ...250 Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong ... 254 Problems that are easy to fix ...254...
  • Page 36 Contents Contacting Toshiba ...280 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...281 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...281 Appendix A: Hot Keys... 283 Volume Mute ...283 Instant password security...284 Power usage profile ...284 Stand By mode ...285 Hibernation mode ...286 Display modes ...287 Enabling a wireless device ...288 Display brightness ...288...

  • Page 37: Introduction

    Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you Qosmio™ F15 Series computers provide considerable computing power, enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location.

  • Page 38: This Guide

    Toshiba's Web site at While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.

  • Page 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 the 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

    Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery media (If applicable to your system). ❖ For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ The Microsoft documentation, which explains the features of the operating system.

  • Page 41: Service Options

    Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page...

  • Page 42: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations.

  • Page 43: Keeping Yourself Comfortable

    To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from: ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than the speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖...
  • Page 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome. Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries.
  • Page 45 ❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly lower than the level of your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor. If you are using a conventional chair: ❖...

  • Page 46: Other Precautions

    Getting Started Selecting a place to work Arms and wrists ❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing. ❖ Exercise your hands, wrists and arms to improve circulation. Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities.
  • Page 47 ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its case can become very warm. While the temperature may not feel too hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, for example), your skin might suffer low-heat injury.

  • Page 48: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan

    Getting Started Selecting a place to work Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files. ❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet.

  • Page 49: Setting Up Your Computer

    Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to “Setting up your software” on page 49 or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC Cards.
  • Page 50 A window displays, asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft. Click Yes to register, or No to exit the process. If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the NOTE Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop.

  • Page 51: Registering Your Computer With Toshiba

    If you opt not to register at that time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at www.register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.

  • Page 52: Connecting To A Power Source

    Getting Started Connecting to a power source ❖ Connect a digital or plasma TV (see digital or plasma television or VCR/DVD player” on page ❖ Connecting a standard TV antenna (see standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player” on page 77). ❖...
  • Page 53 Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter.
  • Page 54 Getting Started Connecting to a power source 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. Wash hands after handling. Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on the back of the computer.

  • Page 55: Charging The Main Battery

    If the main battery is present, the battery light ❖ Amber while the battery is charging ❖ Green when the battery is fully charged If the battery light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply.

  • Page 56: Using The Computer For The First Time

    Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the NOTE applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time Opening the display panel Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel Sample opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily.

  • Page 57: Your Computer's Features And Specifications

    Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the NOTE computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology. Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you will not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
  • Page 58 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Press and hold the power button until the on/off light on the system indicator panel glows green—approximately one second. An indicator light on the front of your computer lets you know the system indicator status when the display is closed. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn NOTE off the power again until the operating system has loaded...

  • Page 59: Using The Touchpad

    Using the TouchPad The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor: ❖...

  • Page 60: Using The Scroll Button

    Getting Started Using the TouchPad™ Using the Scroll button For applicable systems, the scroll button, located between the primary and secondary control buttons on the TouchPad, is used for rapid viewing of pages on the screen. Using the Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button.
  • Page 61 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. Click Apply. Click OK. The Mouse Properties window closes. Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. Close the Control Panel window. The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to disable or enable the NOTE TouchPad (see page...

  • Page 62: Installing Additional Memory (Optional)

    Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com). There are two memory slots. Your system may have both slots occupied.
  • Page 63 Installing additional memory (optional) The computer has two memory module slots—Slot A and Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules. If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. If you are replacing memory and need to remove a memory NOTE module, refer to procedures.
  • Page 64 Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) Sample locating the memory module slot cover Remove the battery (see page 129). Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover, then remove the memory module slot cover. Sample removing the memory module slot cover Place the memory module slot cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve it later.
  • Page 65 Installing additional memory (optional) Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).

  • Page 66: Removing A Memory Module

    Getting Started Installing additional memory (optional) The clips on either side of the memory module click to secure the memory module. Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems.
  • Page 67 Installing additional memory (optional) The following message appears when you turn on the power: Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the following: Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds, then turn the power on again.

  • Page 68: Using An External Keyboard

    Getting Started Using an external keyboard Checking total memory When you add or remove memory, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: Click Start, then click Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance. Click System. The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory.

  • Page 69: Connecting A Local Printer

    Connecting a local printer Before you can connect a printer, you need a suitable USB printer cable, which may have been provided with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer.

  • Page 70: Setting Up Your Printer

    Getting Started Connecting a local printer To connect the printer: If the computer is on, turn it off. Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect the other end to one of the computer’s USB ports. Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet. See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps.
  • Page 71 Sample Printers and Faxes window Click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. Sample Add Printer Wizard dialog box Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the Windows ®...
  • Page 72 Getting Started Connecting a local printer If the printer you are setting up: ❖ Is not connected to a network, select Local printer attached to this computer. ❖ Is connected to a network, select Network printer, or a printer attached to another computer. Click Next.

  • Page 73: Connecting An Optional External Diskette Drive

    Connecting an optional external diskette drive To complete the setup, click OK. You are now ready to print. Depending on your program, you may see various messages indicating the status of your print job. TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process.

  • Page 74: Connecting External Display Devices

    Getting Started Connecting external display devices Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Connecting external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: ❖...

  • Page 75: Connecting The Display Device

    S-video cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable. HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters). Using a poor-quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture, poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video.
  • Page 76 Getting Started Connecting external display devices Connecting a digital or plasma television or VCR/ DVD player TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have digital TV service to watch digital TV on your computer. See your TV service provider for more information. You can watch digital television by connecting to the Component Video Out port on your computer.
  • Page 77 Connecting a standard television, projector, or VCR/ DVD player S-video cables are not included with your computer. To NOTE connect a device to the S-video Out port, you will need to purchase an S-video cable. To connect a standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player: Connect one end of the video cable to the external video device.

  • Page 78: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer

    Getting Started Connecting external display devices 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 79: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display

    Release the TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel, and Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, and click Apply or OK.
  • Page 80 Getting Started Connecting External AV Input Devices Connecting a Set-top box or standard TV antenna You can watch standard television by connecting a Set-top box or antenna to the Antenna In port on your computer. To do this: Connect the television Set-top box or antenna to the coaxial adapter cable.

  • Page 81: Turning Off The Computer

    Connecting to the Composite In port The Composite In port provides another way to connect a VCR/DVD player or game console to your computer. To do this: Connect the external device’s video cable to the Composite In port on the back of the computer. Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet.

  • Page 82: Caring For Your Computer

    To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Closing the display panel When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer.

  • Page 83: Moving The Computer

    Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer, through the accessories information packaged with your system, or visit Using a computer lock For your own peace of mind, you may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk.
  • Page 84 Getting Started Caring for your computer To secure the computer: Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object. Pass the locking end through the loop. Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on the computer, then give the key a quarter turn and remove it.

  • Page 85: 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 86 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. If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.

  • Page 87: 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 keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖...

  • Page 88: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys

    Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 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 89: Windows ® Special Keys

    ® Windows special keys Sample Windows Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: ❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key—Has the same function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys Sample numeric and cursor control overlay The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay.

  • Page 90: Using The Overlay To Type Numeric Data

    Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data To turn the numeric overlay on, press simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on.

  • Page 91: Starting A Program

    To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the and press keyboard indicator panel goes out. Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options.

  • Page 92: Starting A Program From Windows Explorer

    Learning the Basics Starting a program To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window. Starting a program from Windows If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows view of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.”...

  • Page 93: Starting A Program From The Run Dialog Box

    To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window. Starting a program from the Run dialog box This example uses the Run command to start WordPad: Click Start, then click Run. The Run dialog box appears. Sample Run dialog box In the Run dialog box: ❖...

  • Page 94: Saving Your Work

    Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive. Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low, see Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at...

  • Page 95: File Names

    Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored. Type a file name, then click Save. HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name.

  • Page 96: Printing Your Work

    Learning the Basics Printing your work Printing your work Verify that the Windows your printer as described in page TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer(s).

  • Page 97: Backing Up Your Files

    Backing up your files Backing up your files means copying individual files to media, such as CDs, or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. For those systems with a writable CD-ROM drive or DVD- ROM multi-function drive, you may back up files to a writable disc as follows: To back up to a CD or other media, insert the media into...

  • Page 98: Using The Dvd-Rom Or Multi-Function Drive

    Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform.

  • Page 99: Drive Components And Control Buttons

    Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Drive components and control buttons The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is located on the right side of the computer. The Media control buttons are located above the keyboard and can be accessed when the display panel is open.

  • Page 100: Media Control Buttons

    Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Media control buttons The control buttons above the computer keyboard let you play audio CDs when the computer is on. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is off using the QosmioPlayer application.

  • Page 101: Inserting A Disc

    Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive The Next track button skips to the following track on the disc. The Record button records television programs which are currently being viewed. The Record button only works when using the Windows Media NOTE Center Edition, and is not operational when using QosmioPlayer.
  • Page 102 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive To avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray. HINT: The drive will not open if the computer’s power is off. Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.

  • Page 103: Playing An Audio Cd

    If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact your Toshiba support for assistance. Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place.
  • Page 104 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive To access the Windows Media Player, you can open it through the Start menu or activate it from the taskbar. When using Windows Media Player, your system may not be NOTE able to activate Standby or Hibernation modes.

  • Page 105: Playing Cds Using Auto-Run

    Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down. Playing the CD with the volume set too high could damage your ears. Playing CDs using Auto-Run If you insert a CD into the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your...

  • Page 106: Viewing The Contents Of A Cd Or Dvd

    Playing a DVD If your DVD title came with InterActual DVD Player installed on it, Toshiba recommends that you cancel the installation and use the copy of Intervideo WinDVD that shipped with your computer to play this type of DVD title.
  • Page 107 Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Click the GeForce FX tab. On the nView Display Mode pulldown menu, select On the Primary/Secondary pulldown menu, select flat panel In the display box, click the Click the Device Settings settings button. The Device Settings menu appears. Select TV format Click...

  • Page 108: Removing A Disc With The Computer On

    Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Removing a disc with the computer on Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disk or the drive. Locate and press the eject button.

  • Page 109: Caring For Cd Or Dvd Discs

    Caring for CD or DVD Discs ❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖ Do not apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a disc.

  • Page 110: Using The Turn Off Command

    Learning the Basics Powering down the computer the computer to turn on and send or receive the files while you are asleep. TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using any of these options to power down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off.
  • Page 111 To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click on the Setup Action tab. Select the following from the drop-down lists. ❖...

  • Page 112: Using Hibernation Mode

    Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Sample system power mode settings For more information about the Power Saver utility, see NOTE “Power Saver” on page Starting again after Turn off To start the computer up again, press the power button until the on/off light changes to green.
  • Page 113 Configuring your computer for Hibernation Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Select Hibernation for the options you want. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button.

  • Page 114: Using Standby Mode

    Learning the Basics Powering down the computer The computer is now set to automatically enter into Hibernation when your option settings occur. For more information about the Power Saver utility, see NOTE “Power Saver” on page Once the computer is configured, place the computer into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the hibernation options selected.
  • Page 115 ❖ 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 Standby and the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first.
  • Page 116 To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Select Stand by for the options you want. ❖...

  • Page 117: 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 118: 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 of time...

  • Page 119: Running The Computer On Battery Power

    Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully discharged.

  • Page 120: Power Management

    Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power For optimum DVD performance, Toshiba recommends that you NOTE play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power. The QosmioPlayer is not a Windows-based application. Battery life is less than when using similar applications in the Windows Operating System.

  • Page 121: Using Additional Batteries

    Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Mobile Computing...

  • Page 122: Charging The Main Battery

    Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer is on or off. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur.
  • Page 123 The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped, resulting in the following error message during startup: BAD RTC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM (CMOS) CHECK SYSTEM The above error message may vary by computer model. NOTE The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer.

  • Page 124: Monitoring Battery Power

    Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery. The value displays as a percentage of remaining battery charge.
  • Page 125 Sample Toshiba Power Saver Properties Dialog Box The remaining battery charge is indicated on the top-left side of the dialog box. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery’s capacity gradually decreases. A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged.

  • Page 126: What To Do When The Battery Runs Low

    To change the default alarm settings: Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Select the Alarm settings in the Setup Alarm section. ®...

  • Page 127: Conserving Battery Power

    By using them, you can greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes or profiles. Mobile Computing...

  • Page 128: Power Profiles In Windows Xp

    Toshiba Power Saver instead. Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. Click on the Toshiba Power Saver icon. Select an appropriate profile for your work environment, or create your own custom profile. For more information, see Using a hot key to set the power profile You may use a hot key to set the power profile.

  • Page 129: Changing The Main Battery

    While continuing to press desired power profile. The power profile options are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, 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, see “Power Saver”...

  • Page 130: Removing The Battery From The Computer

    Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Removing the battery from the computer Save your work. Turn off the computer. Remove all cables connected to the computer. Turn the computer over. If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it toward the unlocked position.

  • Page 131: Inserting The Battery Into The Computer

    While holding the battery release latch, pull the discharged battery out from the back of the computer. Sample removing the discharged battery pack If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in Inserting the battery into the computer Assuming you just removed the battery pack (see...
  • Page 132 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Sample inserting a new battery pack If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. Ensure the battery release latch clicks into place.

  • Page 133: Taking Care Of Your Battery

    If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through to Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries.

  • Page 134: Maximizing Battery Life

    Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery ❖ When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click when it is seated properly. ❖ Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack could explode. Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack: ❖...

  • Page 135: Disposing Of Used Batteries

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under federal, state, and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash.

  • Page 136: 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 cables, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information.

  • Page 137: Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options

    Chapter 4 Exploring Your Options 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 You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.

  • Page 138: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop

    Exploring Your Options 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 Windows desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
  • Page 139 The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Recycle Bin—Holds files you have deleted. You may be able to retrieve these files until you empty the Recycle Bin. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you delete a file from a diskette, it does not go into the Recycle Bin.
  • Page 140 Exploring Your Options Exploring the desktop 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 141: Setting Up For Communications

    Internet To stay current on the most recent software and hardware NOTE options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications...

  • Page 142: Determining The Com Port

    Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications Determining the COM port Your modem 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 143: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line

    Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem. Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box. Close the Control Panel. Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line.

  • Page 144: Connecting Your Computer To A Network

    Exploring Your Options Setting up for communications The modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line. Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem. Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet.
  • Page 145 To avoid this delay, you can reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port. TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also use ConfigFree to reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port. For procedures, “Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer” on page 291. To disable the LAN port: Click Start, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance.
  • Page 146 Your computer may have an integrated Wi-Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI module. It is recommended that you do not remove the module from your computer. For assistance, contact a Toshiba Wireless Authorized Service Partner. For systems equipped with Wi-Fi, flip the wireless on/off switch to the On position.

  • Page 147: An Overview Of Using The Internet

    Using the optional Bluetooth Bluetooth ™ communication beyond networking equipment, and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables. You can use Bluetooth and Wi-Fi NOTE To enable a wireless device, use the “Enabling a wireless device” on page 288 information).

  • Page 148: The Internet

    Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet ❖ ’Internet features’ ❖ ’Uploading and downloading files from the Internet’ The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of computers around the world connected by communications lines.

  • Page 149: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A modem and telephone line, or a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account The Microsoft automatically configured on your system so that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account, or assists you in setting up your computer to work with your existing ISP.

  • Page 150: Internet Features

    Exploring Your Options An overview of using the Internet known as links. Clicking a link automatically transfers your Web browser to that site. You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information. Internet features The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks.

  • Page 151: Exploring Audio Features

    There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you can use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data. Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone or the computer’s built-in microphone...

  • Page 152: Using A Microphone

    Exploring Your Options Exploring audio features Using a microphone To record high-quality sounds, you can use the internal microphone or attach an external microphone: Connect an external microphone to the computer, by locating the microphone jack near the front of the right side of the computer.

  • Page 153: Using External Speakers Or Headphones

    The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. Sound Recorder can only record 60 seconds at a time. NOTE To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button. To save the file, select Save from the File menu. Adjusting recording quality The better the quality of the recording, the more disk space the sound file requires.

  • Page 154: Using The I.link® Port

    The i.LINK extremely fast data transfer rate. Inserting and removing PC Cards Your Qosmio F15 Series computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards—You can install one of these cards.

  • Page 155: Inserting A Pc Card

    Inserting a PC Card Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to NOTE do so may result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the computer itself. Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it.

  • Page 156: Removing A Pc Card

    Exploring Your Options Inserting and removing PC Cards Removing a PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. Locate the PC Card eject button. Press the PC Card eject button once to extend it, and push it in to remove the PC Card.

  • Page 157: Using The Bridge Media Slot

    Using the Bridge Media slot Your computer is equipped with a Bridge Media Slot, which supports the use of Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media, Secure Digital This media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.

  • Page 158: Removing Memory Stick Or Memory Stick Pro Media

    Exploring Your Options Using the Bridge Media slot Do not remove Memory Stick media while data is being written or read. Even when the message “copying...” in the windows disappears, writing to the media might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed.

  • Page 159: Removing An Sd™ Card

    Do not touch the SD expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. Do not remove an SD Even when the message “copying...” in the windows disappears, writing to the card might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed.

  • Page 160: Removing An Xd-Picture Card

    Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer Do not touch the xD-Picture could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. Do not remove an xD-Picture or read. Even when the message “copying...” in the windows disappears, writing to the card might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed.

  • Page 161: 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 Stand By mode, turn off the computer before trying to start QosmioPlayer.

  • Page 162: Playing An Audio Cd

    Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer Play/ Pause Sample CD Player Media Control buttons 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 DVD-ROM/multi- function drive.

  • Page 163: Playing A Dvd

    CTRL+UP/ Press the CTRL+UP Arrow keys to increase the volume, press DOWN Arrow the CTRL+DOWN Arrow keys to decrease the volume. keys Pressing this key displays the CD status. Pressing this key ejects the CD from the drive. CTRL+R Press the CTRL+R keys to repeat the current song. SPACE Press this key to pause the song currently playing.
  • Page 164 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer When playing a DVD, you have the following options: Press this key once to display the basic DVD guide options. Press the key twice to display the full DVD guide options. Press the key again to hide the DVD guide options. Press a number on your keyboard to play a specific DVD chapter.

  • Page 165: Watching Television

    TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you cannot view the DVD because of a region error, be sure to change the region code in the Windows The drive will allow you to change regions four times. On the fourth change, the region will be “locked in.”...

  • Page 166: Connecting An External Device

    Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer 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 167: Remote Control For Qosmioplayer

    Sample pressing the Monitor button Press the Monitor button to close and exit the external device environment and return to Windows or the QosmioPlayer. Remote Control for QosmioPlayer You can use your remote control with QosmioPlayer to play CDs and DVDs, and to watch television programs through QosmioPlayer.

  • Page 168: Remote Control Buttons Overview

    Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer Remote Control Buttons Overview Stop Record (Functional only with MCE) Rewind Replay Back Arrows Volume Control Recorded TV (Functional only with MCE) Guide (Functional only with MCE) Sample Remote Control STOP REPLAY BACK START MUTE RECORDED GUIDE LIVE TV...
  • Page 169 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer 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 QosmioPlayer, pressing Power turns off the computer.
  • Page 170 Exploring Your Options Using QosmioPlayer Mute — Disables your computer’s sound. Press again to enable sound. DVD Menu — Turns on QosmioPlayer’s CD/DVD function. Live TV — When the computer is off, turns on QosmioPlayer and displays a live TV program. Remote Control Button Groups Use your remote control to navigate all the QosmioPlayer windows.
  • Page 171 Media Playback Buttons These buttons allow you to play back music files, playlists, music CDs, and DVD movies from within QosmioPlayer. Use Pause to turn off QosmioPlayer. Press Play to play selected media. Use Forward to move selected media forward. Press Forward up to three times to increase the fast forwarding speed.

  • Page 172: Removing Qosmioplayer

    Exploring Your Options Removing QosmioPlayer ❖ To play a DVD/CD, press the DVD Menu button to start QosmioPlayer in DVD mode. Once QosmioPlayer starts, you can use the Live TV and DVD NOTE Menu buttons to switch between TV and DVD modes. Removing QosmioPlayer You can remove QosmioPlayer from your computer and reclaim approximately 100 MB of hard disk drive space.

  • Page 173: Installing The Qosmioplayer Recovery Media

    Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media boot up the computer with the QosmioPlayer disc in the drive and select option 3: Delete “QosmioPlayer.” If you delete the QosmioPlayer using the Qosmio player NOTE media, you will not retrieve the approximately 100MB of storage space on your hard disk drive under Windows.

  • Page 174: On Systems With Qosmioplayer Previously Uninstalled Using The Windows "Add/Remove Programs

    Exploring Your Options Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media On systems with QosmioPlayer previously uninstalled using ® the Windows “Add/Remove Programs” If you have previously removed QosmioPlayer from your computer, and wish to reinstall it, doing so will require you to recover the entire system using the Recovery media that shipped with your computer after the QosmioPlayer installation has been completed.
  • Page 175 Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media On systems with QosmioPlayer currently uninstalled using the QosmioPlayer media To reinstall QosmioPlayer on a computer that the application was removed from by using the QosmioPlayer Recovery media: Insert the QosmioPlayer Recovery media into the drive, close the drive tray, and restart your computer from the disc.

  • Page 176: Edition 2005

    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 177: Chapter 5: Getting To Know The Windows

    Getting to Know the Windows 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. Connecting to a Television Your computer has TV-out capability, meaning you can connect it to a television and view the computer image on the...
  • Page 178 Getting to Know the Windows 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 179: Connecting The Tv Signal Source When You Have An Existing Setup

    Getting to Know the Windows 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). Remove the coaxial cable from the VCR/DVD player input, and connect it to the input of a coaxial cable signal splitter (not shipped with your computer or system).
  • Page 180 Getting to Know the Windows Media Center Setup VCR/DVD player or Set-top box to the S-video in port on the back of the computer. Existing setup Wall Cable Coaxial cable Set-top box/ satellite In Set-top box/ satellite Out Coaxial cable VCR/DVD Player In VCR/DVD...

  • Page 181: Starting The Media Center

    Getting to Know the Windows Connect the IR remote sensor cable (small 3.5 mm) connector to one of the ports on the IR receiver. Sample IR receiver with cables attached Position the end of the IR receiver cable over the remote IR receiver window on your cable TV Set-top box or VCR/DVD player.
  • Page 182 Getting to Know the Windows Starting the Media Center The first time you open Media Center, the program displays a NOTE setup wizard. You will use the wizard to test your remote control and configure your Internet connection, TV signal, Television Program Guide, and speakers.
  • Page 183 Getting to Know the Windows Sample Media Center Setup Wizard: Welcome screen Click Next. The wizard displays the Media Center Setup screen. Click Next. The wizard displays the Media Center Privacy Policy screen. Read the Media Center Privacy Policy, then click Next. The wizard displays the Get the Most from Media Center screen.
  • Page 184 Getting to Know the Windows Starting the Media Center ❖ If the connection is not working, the wizard displays an error message. Recheck both ends of your connection and click Test. ❖ If the connection is working, the screen displays a message to that effect and highlights the Next button.
  • Page 185 Getting to Know the Windows 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 Cen- ter Learn My Remote Again From Scratch option. When you get to the Test Channel Changing option, the set up program asks you to use the Media Center remote.
  • Page 186 Getting to Know the Windows Starting the Media Center The wizard displays the Enter Your ZIP code screen. 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 187 Getting to Know the Windows Click Finish this wizard, then click Next. The wizard displays the You Are Done! screen. Click Next. The wizard displays the Optional Setup screen. Select Set up your speakers, and then click Next. The wizard displays the Welcome to Speaker Setup screen. Click Next.

  • Page 188: Using Media Center

    Getting to Know the Windows Using Media Center 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 189 ® Getting to Know the Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Using Media Center ❖ Change your Media Center Settings 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.

  • Page 190: Remote Control For Media Center

    Getting to Know the Windows Using Media Center Navigating Media Center In the Media Center windows a selected item, such as a folder, file, or menu item is outlined with a green border. To select items, use the arrow buttons on the remote control, and then the OK button to enter your selection.
  • Page 191 Getting to Know the Windows MCE Remote Control Buttons Overview Stop Record Rewind Replay Back Arrows Volume Control Recorded Guide The MCE Remote Control 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.
  • Page 192 Getting to Know the Windows Using Media Center Stop — Stops the media currently playing. Record — Records the selected television program and stores it on your hard disk. Rewind — Moves the media (video, DVD, music, and so on) backwards.
  • Page 193 Getting to Know the Windows Channel/Page Control — Changes the TV channel or moves a page up and down, depending on the available options. Mute — Disables your computer’s sound. Press again to enable sound. DVD Menu — Opens the main menu on a DVD movie, if available.
  • Page 194 Getting to Know the Windows Using Media Center When the computer is powered on, use this button to launch Media Center. ❖ Guide launches Media Center into the TV program guide mode when the computer is powered off or in Hibernation mode.
  • Page 195 Getting to Know the Windows ❖ Moves a TV program (that has been paused or stopped) forward to the current moment in live TV, and then begins playing. To stop forward progress of the media, press Play. Use Record to record TV programs. This button is inactive when other media is playing.

  • Page 196: Watching Television Programs

    Getting to Know the Windows Watching Television Programs ❖ For DVDs, Previous moves to the previous chapter. ❖ For videos and live TV and videos, Previous moves back seven seconds. Using the Media Center Remote Control To begin using your remote control: Point the remote control at the remote sensor.
  • Page 197 Getting to Know the Windows Sample Media Center main window, My TV In My TV you can: ❖ Search for TV shows to watch or record using the Television Program Guide. ❖ Watch your favorite television programs in full screen mode or in an inset window.

  • Page 198: Selecting A Program From The Tv Guide

    Getting to Know the Windows Watching Television Programs If your computer enters Standby mode while you are viewing NOTE television, and you resume the computer, the live TV screen will be blank. Press the OK button to return to live TV. To watch a television program: Press Live TV on the remote control.

  • Page 199: Watching A Recorded Tv Program

    Getting to Know the Windows Press OK on the remote to select the program that you want to view. Media Center displays a detailed description of the program at the bottom of the screen. ❖ If the program is live, press Watch to view the program. ❖...

  • Page 200: Changing A Scheduled Recording

    Getting to Know the Windows Watching Television Programs To watch a previously recorded TV program: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window. Select My TV. Select Recorded TV. All of your recorded TV programs display on the Recorded TV screen.

  • Page 201: Searching For A Tv Program To Watch

    Getting to Know the Windows Use the arrow buttons to move through the list, select a program, and then press OK on the remote control. Select the option, and make the required changes. Press OK. You can resolve recording conflicts on the Scheduled screen. NOTE To return to the previous menu, press Back on the remote, or NOTE...

  • Page 202: Recording Tv

    Getting to Know the Windows Recording TV program description, and then press OK on the remote control. Media Center displays the search results. Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the search results, select a show, and then press OK. If the show appears multiple times, select a time and press OK.

  • Page 203: Recording Tv Tips

    Getting to Know the Windows If a show is currently being recorded, the Record icon also appears in the taskbar on the desktop. If you move your mouse over the icon, the Media Center displays which show is currently being recorded. You can right-click the icon to open Media Center and stop recording.

  • Page 204: Recording From The Guide

    Getting to Know the Windows Recording TV ❖ Some channels can be shared by two or more networks, depending on the time of day. The Guide may display only one network’s programming. This may cause recording options to be unavailable. You may need to manually update the Guide before scheduling a recording.

  • Page 205: Recording From Search

    Getting to Know the Windows 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. Select My TV.

  • Page 206: Changing Your Settings

    Getting to Know the Windows Recording TV To manually record a show or series: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window. Select My TV. Select Recorded TV. Select Add Recording.

  • Page 207: Changing Recording Priorities

    Getting to Know the Windows well as how it plays DVDs. In particular, you can change settings for: ❖ Recording a TV program, including manually recording ❖ The TV Guide ❖ The TV Signal ❖ Adjust display settings ❖ Audio settings To make a change, click on the desired setting.

  • Page 208: Watching And Recording Movies

    Getting to Know the Windows Listening to Music Watching and Recording Movies To watch or record a movie: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window Select the movie that you want to watch or record. Click OK.

  • Page 209: Creating Your Music Library Using Windows Media Player

    Getting to Know the Windows Creating Your Music Library Using Windows Media Each time you add music files outside of Windows Media Player, you must use the Tools menu to add music files to your Windows Media Player Library. This will ensure that Media Center can find them.

  • Page 210: Adding Music From Your Hard Drive To Windows Media Player Library

    Getting to Know the Windows Listening to Music Deleting Music Files To delete a file from the Windows Media Player Library, select the music file, right-click the mouse, and then select Delete. 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...

  • Page 211: Playing Digital Music Files

    Getting to Know the Windows Select an option from the Search on drop-down menu. Select Search to search all drives or select Browse to search through a specific drive. Click Search. Windows Media Player searches the selected drives for all supported audio files and adds them to the Media Library.

  • Page 212: Finding Music Files In My Music

    Getting to Know the Windows Listening to Music audio player, Windows opens this program and begins playing the CD. Press the Start button on the remote control. 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 213: Playing A Song

    Getting to Know the Windows 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 before you can play them using the Media Center.

  • Page 214: Setting Up An Automatic Disc Jockey

    Getting to Know the Windows Listening to Music 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 Select My Music.

  • Page 215: Creating A Playlist

    Getting to Know the Windows ❖ Play (play the selected album). When you select this option, the Now Playing window opens, and the album starts playing. ❖ Buy Music (connect to the Internet, find CD information, and buy music CDs). To go back to Media Center, press Start on the remote control.

  • Page 216: Displaying Your Pictures

    Getting to Know the Windows Displaying Your Pictures Drag the music files to the right side of the Media Player window. You can also select the music file and click the Add selection to the current list icon. Left click the Now Playing list menu and select Save Playlist As.
  • Page 217 Getting to Know the Windows ❖ Sort pictures by name or date. ❖ View and scroll through pictures that are in the My Pictures folder by using your remote control or your keyboard and mouse. Sample My Pictures screen After you organize your pictures in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer, open Media Center to view your pictures: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main...

  • Page 218: Viewing A Slide Show

    Getting to Know the Windows 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. Select My Pictures.

  • Page 219: Watching Your Digital Movies

    Getting to Know the Windows 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 Media Center main screen In My Videos you can: ❖...

  • Page 220: Playing Digital Videos

    Getting to Know the Windows 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 221: Playing A Video In Full Screen Mode

    Getting to Know the Windows 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. You can also select Done and press OK to close the file and return to the My Videos window.

  • Page 222: Watching A Dvd

    Getting to Know the Windows Watching a DVD Watching a 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 223: Stopping A Dvd Movie

    Getting to Know the Windows Press Stop on the remote control to stop playing the DVD. To change the window size, move the mouse and click the Resize button on the taskbar of the DVD window. Stopping a DVD Movie Press the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie.

  • Page 224: Changing The Media Center Settings

    Getting to Know the Windows 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 225 Getting to Know the Windows Select General. The General Settings screen includes the following options: ❖ Select Startup and Window Behavior to change Media Centers startup and window behavior, for example, you can elect to start Media Center when Windows starts. ❖...
  • Page 226 Getting to Know the Windows Changing the Media Center Settings Changing TV Recorder Settings The TV Recorder settings allow you to control your recording priorities and options in Media Center. Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window.
  • Page 227 Getting to Know the Windows About Recorded TV Storage Space Settings The space available for recording TV programs depends on your hard disk allocation, drive size, and default recording quality selections. Your computer requires a certain amount of space to run your Windows XP operating system, run software programs, and store data files.
  • Page 228 Getting to Know the Windows Changing the Media Center Settings Change TV Guide Settings In the Guide Settings, you can select which channels to display and you can manually update your Guide from the Internet. TV Guide settings are the same for each user and can be changed only by the administrator of the computer.
  • Page 229 Getting to Know the Windows Use the arrow buttons to select an option, and then press OK on the remote control. Make required changes, if any. Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the TV Settings window. Changing Parental Controls for TV Viewing Only the administrator of the computer can change the Parental Control setting.
  • Page 230 Getting to Know the Windows Changing the Media Center Settings Use the arrow buttons to select Turn on movie blocking, and then press OK. Use the arrow buttons to select Block unrated movies, and then press OK. Use the arrow buttons to select the + or - area. Press the OK button on the remote control to scroll through the movie rating levels.
  • Page 231 Getting to Know the Windows Selecting Close Captioning The audio settings window allows you to select closed captioning. Close captioning displays the TV’s spoken audio in text format for those who are unable to hear the audio. To select close captioning: Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window.
  • Page 232 Getting to Know the Windows Changing the Media Center Settings Sample Picture Settings screen Use the arrows and OK button on the remote control to select or deselect options. Select Save. Click OK. ® XP Media Center Edition 2005...

  • Page 233: More Programs

    Getting to Know the Windows More Programs Sample 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. ❖...

  • Page 234: Online Spotlight

    Getting to Know the Windows Online Spotlight Sample 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 235: 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 236: Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

    Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to determine certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. This chapter describes the utilities supplied by Toshiba: ❖ Fn-esse® ❖...

  • Page 237: Fn-Esse

    You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay. ® Starting Fn-esse Click Start, point to All Programs, Toshiba, then Utilities, then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse window Toshiba Utilities ®...
  • Page 238 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with white letters. ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color. ❖ Unavailable keys are light gray.

  • Page 239: Using The Keyboard Or Pointing Device To Assign Keys

    Select Direct... to display the Add/Edit Command dialog box. Enter the Description, Command Line, and Working Directory for the new Fn-esse key assignment, or click Browse to specify this information. Click OK. Toshiba Utilities ® Fn-esse key, then press plus...

  • Page 240: Viewing Existing Key Assignments

    Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Making a popup assignment Select Popup... to display the Application Explorer dialog box. Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu. The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder.

  • Page 241: Toshiba Console

    ❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access the control panel: Click Start, then click All Programs.

  • Page 242: Customizing Your Computer

    Toshiba Hardware Settings ❖ Toshiba Button Controls ❖ ConfigFree ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility Network The Network category features the following utilities: Connectivity Doctor Bluetooth Start Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Local COM Settings For more information, see Toshiba Computer”...

  • Page 243: Power Saver

    You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized profile. The preset profiles cannot be deleted. By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change...
  • Page 244 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Profiles This section lists the preset profiles along with the estimated battery life for each mode. The preset profiles are: ❖ Full Power ❖ High Power ❖ Normal ❖ DVD Playback ❖ Presentation ❖ Long Life Although you can change the properties for any of these profiles, this is not recommended.

  • Page 245: Mouse Utility

    Standby ] and Hibernation [ Fn+F3 To activate: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, then click the Hotkey utility. The Toshiba Hotkey window appears. Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window Select the desired option.

  • Page 246: Toshiba Hardware Settings

    Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows. To access it, open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware. Then click the Toshiba HWSetup icon. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. They are: ❖...

  • Page 247: Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility

    Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system. Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility The Toshiba Picture Enhancement utility allows you to adjust your computer screen to maximize the ambient surrounding light. To access the Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility, click Start, point to All Programs, Toshiba, then Utilities, then click Picture Enhancement.

  • Page 248: Cd/Dvd Drive Acoustic Silencer

    CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Sample CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen This utility, available on the Toshiba Console, can slow the speed of your optical drive to make it run more quietly. You can use this utility to make listening to Music CDs more...

  • Page 249: Setting Passwords

    Setting a password leaves your computer secure so that nobody can access your files. You must enter the password before you can work on your computer. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password—Secures your open programs and...

  • Page 250: Using An Instant Password

    Toshiba Utilities Setting passwords Hardware Setup. This is useful if more than one person uses the computer. When setting up the various passwords, keep the following in mind: ❖ The user password can be set up under the supervisor password.
  • Page 251 Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection. You may also press the TOSHIBA Console button to the left of the keyboard to open the TOSHIBA Console. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. On the left side, select Security.
  • Page 252 Click Start, then click All Programs. Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection. You may also press the TOSHIBA Console button to the left of the keyboard to open the TOSHIBA Console. The TOSHIBA Console window appears.
  • Page 253 Click OK. Disabling a user password To cancel the power-on password function: Click Start, then click All Programs. Point to TOSHIBA Console, then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection. The TOSHIBA Console window appears. On the left side, select Security.

  • Page 254: Chapter 7: 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.
  • Page 255 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. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working.

  • Page 256: Problems When You Turn On The Computer

    If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message. Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer.

  • Page 257: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working

    The Windows The computer displays the message. The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged. Data stored in the computer’s memory and not saved has been lost. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours.

  • Page 258: Using Startup Options To Fix Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong The Windows Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu.

  • Page 259: Internet Problems

    The Windows See your Windows TECHNICAL NOTE: If your computer is connected to a network, the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet.

  • Page 260: Resolving A Hardware Conflict

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To access Windows Click Start, then click Help and Support. The Help and Support window appears. Then do one or both of the following: ❖ In the search field, type the topic of the problem with which you need help and follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 261: A Plan Of Action

    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. The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time.

  • Page 262: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving conflicts There are three things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove it from the computer. ❖ Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device, see Manager”...
  • Page 263 In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front. This is the disable feature. Click the icon. You are given the option of disabling the device. Click yes or no, whichever is appropriate.

  • Page 264: Memory Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict A Troubleshooting button is also present. Click troubleshooting. A Help and Support window for that device appears. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related.

  • Page 265: Power And The Batteries

    Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (main battery and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cord/ cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries.

  • Page 266: Keyboard Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, the battery may have reached the end of its useful life. Try replacing it. The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does.

  • Page 267: Display Problems

    computer. Also try connecting the keyboard when the computer is off, and then powering the computer on. Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen.
  • Page 268 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict box. The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors for the screen. The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution. The built-in screen flickers. Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors.

  • Page 269: Disk Drive Problems

    Small bright dots appear on your TFT 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. The small bright dots that appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
  • Page 270 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To run Error-checking: Click Start, then click My Computer. Right-click the drive you want to check and select Properties from the menu. The drive’s properties box appears. Click the Tools tab. Click the Check now button. The Check Disk All Apps box appears.

  • Page 271: Dvd-Rom Or Multi-Function Drive Problems

    hardware configuration meets its needs. Check with the manufacturer of the software for further troubleshooting tips. A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive. You may already have a diskette in the drive. Make sure the drive is empty. You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly.

  • Page 272: Sound System Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Examine the disc to see whether it is dirty. If necessary, wipe it with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner. Replace the disc in the tray. Make sure it is lying flat, label side uppermost.

  • Page 273: Pc Card Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict in the Mixer Utility (default Enabled), may cause feedback. Revert to the default settings. To access these settings, click Start, then Control Panel. Click on Sounds, Speech, and then Audio Devices. PC Card problems PC Cards (PCMCIA-compatible) include many types of devices, such as a removable hard disk, additional memory, or a pager.
  • Page 274 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the card under the operating system. PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. “Inserting and removing PC Cards” on page 154 information about how to insert PC Cards.

  • Page 275: Pc Card

    The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card. The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I/O base address.

  • Page 276: Printer Problems

    If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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 (online). Check that the printer has plenty of paper.

  • Page 277: Modem Problems

    Modem problems This section lists common modem problems: The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to the computer’s modem port and the telephone line jack. Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port.
  • Page 278 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are some ways you can do this: ❖ Copy files to diskette, following the steps in work” on page ❖...

  • Page 279: If You Need Further Assistance

    GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. If Something Goes Wrong...

  • Page 280: Contacting Toshiba

    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. Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have: ❖...

  • Page 281: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites

    Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca www.toshiba-Europe.com www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm http://servicio.toshiba.com Toshiba’s worldwide offices Australia Toshiba (Australia) Pty. Limited 84-92 Talavera Road North Ryde NSW 2113 Sydney Australia France Toshiba Systèmes (France) S.A. 7, Rue Ampère; B. P. 131 92800 Puteaux Cédex...
  • Page 282 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. Mexico Toshiba de México S.A. de C.V. Sierra Candela No.111, 6to. Piso Col. Lomas de Chapultepec.

  • Page 283: 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 or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Volume Mute This hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer.

  • Page 284: Instant Password Security

    The power usage profiles are: Full Power, High Power, Normal, DVD Playback, Presentation, and Long Life. Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Saver utility. For more information, see Computing” on page 118.

  • Page 285: Stand By Mode

    Stand By mode This hot key places the computer into Stand By mode. A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode. This message box can be set so it does not display. Sample Stand By confirmation box For more information about Stand By mode, please see “Using Standby Mode”...

  • Page 286: 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 is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode. The message box can be set so it does not display.

  • Page 287: Display Modes

    Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: Sample 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. ❖...

  • Page 288: Enabling A Wireless Device

    Hot Keys Enabling a wireless device Enabling a wireless device This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer (for systems with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth The wireless modes are: Bluetooth Bluetooth Wi-Fi enabled—This enables only the Wi-Fi module. All devices enabled—This enables both the Bluetooth All devices disabled—This disables both the...

  • Page 289: Disabling Or Enabling The Touchpad

    Disabling or enabling the TouchPad This hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. To use the TouchPad, see TouchPad” on page Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows 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.

  • Page 290: Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

    Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved Australia AS approved United Kingdom...

  • Page 291: Toshiba Computer

    Appendix C Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree™ is a set of utilities that makes it easy to control communication devices and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks.

  • Page 292: Getting Started

    Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon ❖ Press the Toshiba Console button (if applicable to your system) to open the Toshiba Console, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree NOTE icon on the taskbar is displayed with an “X.”...

  • Page 293: Configfree Utilities

    Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Sample ConfigFree Launcher 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 294 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample 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. A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device’s Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key...
  • Page 295 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer If a problem, or potential problem, is detected, a triangle containing an exclamation point appears in the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location. You can then view a possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking the exclamation point.

  • Page 296: 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 devices and Bluetooth devices currently used in the neighborhood, and displays information about them on a virtual map.
  • Page 297 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing Wi-Fi devices The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected. As with the Wi-Fi screen, moving the mouse pointer over a device icon displays information about the device.

  • Page 298: Profile Settings

    Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Click your own computer at the center of the map. Configured devices are automatically connected. Devices not yet configured launch the Add New Connection Wizard, where you can configure and connect to the device.
  • Page 299 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ❖ Personal firewall settings for Internet connections. ❖ Dial-up connection settings for the default connection. ❖ File and printer sharing settings. ❖ Printer settings for the default printer. To create a profile: Click the icon in the system tray.

  • Page 300: Quick Connect

    Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector. Once the projector utility is installed, launching the Quick Connect utility automatically opens the Wireless Data Projector Application.
  • Page 301 (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 302 Quick Connect function was started: ❖ If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed. ❖ If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector (DPJ) from the ConfigFree tray menu (this disconnects the wireless LAN connection). ❖ If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or when you disable a wireless device.

  • Page 303: Using The Automatic Switch

    Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer 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 304: Semi-Automatic Switch Feature

    Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature 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.

  • Page 305: Glossary

    Glossary TECHNICAL NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms These acronyms may appear in this user’s guide. BIOS CD-ROM CD-RW CMOS COM1 COM2 alternating current basic input/output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read-only memory compact disc rewrite memory complementary metal-oxide semiconductor...
  • Page 306 Glossary DIMM DSTN DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory EPROM HTML IEEE MIDI PCMCIA direct current direct memory access dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc enhanced capabilities port erasable programmable read-only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission...
  • Page 307 SCSI DDRAM SRAM SVGA Terms These terms may appear in this user’s guide. active-matrix display—A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
  • Page 308 Glossary 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 309 byte—A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte. 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.
  • Page 310 Glossary controller—A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa. For example, disk drives, monitors, keyboards, and printers all require controllers. CPU—See central processing unit (CPU). CPU cache—A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer’s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs.
  • Page 311 disk—A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive—The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk.
  • Page 312 Glossary DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory)—A very high-capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data. Each DVD-ROM can hold as much data as several CD-ROMs. Compare CD-ROM. emulation—A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program.
  • Page 313 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 314 Glossary hot swapping—The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. icon—A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function, file, or program. interlaced—A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed.
  • Page 315 local area network—See LAN. logical drive—A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system’s logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives.
  • Page 316 Glossary non-interlaced—A method of refreshing a computer screen, in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen. Compare interlaced. non-system disk—A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer.
  • Page 317 port—A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor—See central processing unit (CPU). program—A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility.
  • Page 318 Glossary ROM (read-only memory)—Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer’s BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up.
  • Page 319 universal serial bus (USB)—A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per second). USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all-purpose USB port. USB allows hot swapping of peripherals. See also bus, hot swapping, serial.

  • Page 320: Index

    Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 87 AC adapter 52 AC power cable connectors 290 accessories carrying cases 83 Add Printer Wizard 70 adjusting recording quality 153 Alt keys 88 antenna connecting 79 arm/wrist strain 46 assign keys Fn-esse 239 audio .wav files 151 features 151 Auto-Run 105 avoiding injury 44...
  • Page 321 playing an audio 103 playing using Auto-Run 105 CD and DVDs viewing contents 106 CD/DVD creating 105 inserting 102 problem solving 272 channels DMA 261 IRQ 261 character keys 87 charging the battery 55 checking device properties 263 click 60 communications network connection 144 system resources 261...
  • Page 322 Index diskettes copying files to 97 display does not look normal/flickers external monitor not working latch 56 screen is blank 267 display device connecting 75 display mode setting 76 display modes hot key 287 display output settings 78 display panel closing 82 opening 56 disposal information 27...
  • Page 323 assigning a key 237 using drag-and-drop 238 function keys 88 game box connection 166 hardware conflicts 260 resolving 262 headphones using 153 Help Windows XP Media Center Edition 259 Hibernation mode 112 configuring 113 starting again from 114 Hibernation mode hot key 286 hot key display modes 287 functions 283...
  • Page 324 Index assign 239 changing 240 direct assign 239 popup 240 removing 240 key assignment viewing existing 240 key assignments changing or removing existing keyboard character keys 87 function keys 88 hot keys 289 not working 256 overlay keys 89 unexpected characters 266 Windows special keys 89 keyboard, external 68 keyboard, full-size 87...
  • Page 325 263 compact discs not running computer hangs when PC Card computer will not power up 256 contacting Toshiba 279 corrupted/damaged data files Device Manager 262 disabling a device 262 disk drive is slow 270...
  • Page 326 Index display is blank 267 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive tray does not eject external display not working external keyboard not working external monitor 267 faulty memory 264 hardware conflict 260 high-pitched noise 272 illegal operation 255 Internet bookmarked site not found 259 Internet connection is slow 259 keyboard...
  • Page 327 75 System Setup 256 system tray 140 taskbar 140 television connecting 75 Toshiba Internet Web sites 281 Toshiba Console 241 Toshiba Hardware Setup 246 Toshiba online resources 117 Toshiba utilities 236 traveling tips 136 turning off the computer 81...
  • Page 328 75 volume mute hot key 283 warranty limited warranty 41 Web sites 280 Support Online 260 Web sites,Toshiba 281 Wi-Fi wireless networking 144 Wi-Fi Mini PCI modules 146 Windows Explorer 92 Windows Media Player 103 Windows Start menu 91...

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