Page 1 If you need assistance, use one of the following: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Website pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see page 191 in this guide.
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 and microphone jack.
Page 4: Industry Canada Requirement
Contact either: ❖ Toshiba’s Support Website at pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Industry Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Page 5: Telephone Company Procedures
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273.
Page 6 provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer. Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm...
Page 7: Wireless Interoperability
USOC RJ11C. Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖...
Page 8: Wireless Lan And Your Health
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 Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazard, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.
Page 26 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 27 ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. 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.
Page 28: Table Of Contents
Other precautions ...46 Important information on your computer’s Setting up your computer ...48 Setting up your software...49 Registering your computer with Toshiba ...50 Setting up other devices ...50 Connecting to a power source ...50 Charging the main battery...53 cooling fan ...47...
Page 29 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media ...68 Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility...71 Installing drivers and applications...72 Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device ...74 Using the TouchPad™...75 Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device.76 Turning off the computer ...77 Closing the display panel ...78...
Page 30 Contents Chapter 2: Learning the Basics... 85 Computing tips ...85 Using the keyboard ...87 Character keys ...87 Making your keyboard emulate a full-size key- Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ...88 Function keys...88 Windows special keys...89 Overlay keys ...89 Using the overlay to type numeric data...90 Starting a program...91 Starting a program from the Start menu...91 Starting a program from Windows...
Page 31 Using Standby ...112 Toshiba’s online resources ...114 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing...115 Toshiba’s energy-saver design...115 Running the computer on battery power ...116 Battery Notice ...116 Charging the batteries...117 Charging the main battery...118 Charging the RTC battery...118 Monitoring battery power ...120 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ...122 Changing batteries ...123...
Page 32 Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot ...158 Inserting memory media...158 Removing memory media...159 Connecting your modem to a telephone line...159 Connecting to a phone line ...160 Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities... 162 Hotkey Utility ...163 TOSHIBA Assist ...164 TOSHIBA Accessibility ...165 Fn-esse Starting Fn-esse ...166...
Page 33 Viewing existing key assignments ...169 Changing or removing existing key Toshiba HW Setup ...170 Accessing Toshiba HW Setup ...170 Using passwords in Windows ...173 User-level passwords ...174 Setting a user-level password ...174 Using an instant password...175 Setting a user password ...175 Disabling a user password...178...
Page 34 Modem problems...214 Develop good computing habits ...215 If you need further assistance...216 Before you contact Toshiba ...216 Contacting Toshiba ...217 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...218 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...218 Appendix A: Hot Keys...220 Volume Mute ...220 Instant password security...221 Power usage profile ...221 Stand By mode ...222...
Page 35 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors... 228 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer... 229 Getting Started...230 Starting ConfigFree ...230 ConfigFree Utilities...231 Connectivity Doctor ...231 Search for Wireless Devices ...234 Profile Settings ...236 Quick Connect...238 Using the Automatic Switch...241 Semi-Automatic Switch Feature ...242 Glossary...
Page 36: Introduction
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work can accompany you wherever you go. ® Tecra S2 Series computers provide considerable computing power, enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location.
Page 37: This Guide
Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Page 38: Safety Icons
Introduction Safety icons Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order 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...
Page 39: 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 40: Service Options
Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see Something Goes Wrong” on page 191.
Page 41: 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 42: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate properly after you turn it back on, contact a Toshiba service representative or your network administrator. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as large stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.
Page 43 Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following when placing your computer. ❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching.
Page 44 Getting Started Selecting a place to work type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor. If you are using a conventional chair: ❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.
Page 45 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 46: Other Precautions
Getting Started Selecting a place to work Other precautions Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of portability. However, you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts.
Page 47: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
❖ Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You will need a special program to check for viruses.
Page 48: Setting Up Your Computer
Getting Started Setting up your computer Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps as described in adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards. Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it.
Page 49: Setting Up Your Software
Setting up your software NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup Wizard.
Page 50: 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 51 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 52 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 53: Charging The Main Battery
Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cord/cable. If the power cord/cable becomes damaged or the plug over- heats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands.
Page 54: 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 The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.
Page 55: 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. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
Page 56: Adding Memory
® Your Tecra run most of today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. S2 Series computer comes with enough memory to...
Page 57: Installing A Memory Module
For more information on memory options, check the accessories information that came with your computer, or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module Additional memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the computer. You will need a standard Phillips no.1 screwdriver for this procedure.
Page 58 Getting Started Adding memory Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adapter cord/cable. Remove the battery. For information on removing the battery, see Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down to locate the memory module slot cover to the memory module slot.
Page 59 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later. Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up. To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its pin connector on the side you insert into the computer.
Page 60: Removing A Memory Module
Getting Started Adding memory The clips on either side of the memory module will 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 61 Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost.
Page 62: Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this: Click Start, then click Control Panel.
Page 63: Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
The system will prompt you to insert the appropriate number NOTE of CDs or DVDs to copy the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. If your optical disk drive is not writable, contact TOSHIBA Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system.
Page 64 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Sample Recovery Disc Creator screen Select the items you want to copy by clicking the checkbox next to the item’s Name – recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. Click Burn.
Page 65: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using The Recovery Partition
Make sure the computer is turned off. Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays. Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen...
Page 66 To recover only your C: drive: Press 2 on the keyboard when the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process.
Page 67 Be sure to save your work first. To resize and recover your C: drive: Press 3 on the keyboard when the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all partitions will be reformatted and all information will be lost during the recovery process.
Page 68: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using The Recovery Media
❖ Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your CD/DVD drive and power on the computer. When the computer powers on, the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays. Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen Recovering the original factory image...
Page 69 To recover only your C: drive: Press 2 on the keyboard when the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process.
Page 70 To recover your C: drive without the recovery partition: Press 3 on the keyboard when the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all partitions will be reformatted and all data will be lost during the recovery process.
Page 71: Deleting The Hard Disk Recovery Utility
Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility You can delete the HDD recovery partition without losing your data. Click Start, All Programs, Hard Disk Recovery Utilities, then Delete Hard Disk Recovery Partition. When the computer powers on, the Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility warning screen displays.
Page 72: Installing Drivers And Applications
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities Installing drivers and applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: Double-click the Toshiba Application Installer icon on the Windows desktop.
Page 73: Removing A Module From The Slim Selectbay
HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to...
Page 74: Using The Toshiba Dual Pointing Device
Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Dual Pointing Device primary button Touchpad Touchpad primary button Sample Toshiba Dual Pointing Device buttons Toshiba Dual Pointing Device—Moves the cursor and selects items on the screen. ® Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Toshiba Dual Pointing Device secondary button...
Page 75: Using The Touchpad
Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display NOTE screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the desired direction. Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device ™ Getting Started...
Page 76: Disabling Or Enabling The Dual Pointing Device
Getting Started Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Once you have positioned your cursor, you can either click it into place by double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons. 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 77: Turning Off The Computer
Close the Control Panel window. Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery.
Page 78: Closing The Display Panel
Getting Started Using external display devices 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. If you close the computer while it is still on, these actions will occur: ❖...
Page 79: Selecting Video Cables
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 80: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Getting Started Using 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. To do this: Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB port on the back of the computer.
Page 81: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Release the TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. For more information on switching the display output, see “Display modes” on page Adjusting the quality of the external display To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings.
Page 82: Using An External Keyboard
Getting Started Using an external keyboard Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer’s USB ports support any USB- compatible keyboard. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built- in TouchPad.
Page 83: Connecting An Optional External Diskette Drive
Getting Started Connecting an optional external diskette drive Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5- inch diskettes. Sample optional external USB diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer’s USB ports.
Page 84: Connecting External Speakers Or Headphones
Getting Started Connecting external speakers or headphones Connecting external speakers or headphones To attach an external stereo output device: Locate the headphone jack near the front of the right side of the computer. Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the external audio device into the headphone jack.
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 “Saving your work” on page 94 information. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be activated. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details. ❖...
Page 87: Using The Keyboard
“Powering down the computer” on page 107 more about Standby. The Windows NOTE as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you do not let the Windows normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost. Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows the functionality of a full-size keyboard.
Page 88: Making Your Keyboard Emulate A Full-Size Keyboard
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard Although your computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. A standard full-size keyboard has two editing keys; cursor positioning keys; and a numeric keypad. Pressing the of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.
Page 89: Windows Special Keys
❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key—Has the same function as the secondary mouse (or the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device) button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.
Page 90: Using The Overlay To Type Numeric Data
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Sample numeric and cursor control overlay Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, press simultaneously.
Page 91: Starting A Program
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. You can: ❖...
Page 92: Starting A Program From Windows Explorer
Learning the Basics Starting a program 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.” You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer.
Page 93 The Run dialog box appears. Sample Run dialog box In the Run dialog box: ❖ If you know the program’s location, type the command line. For a program in the Windows folder, type just the program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type: c:\Program Files\Windows NT\Accessories\Wordpad.exe, then click OK.
Page 94: Saving Your Work
Learning the Basics Saving your work Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive or diskette/CD. This is one of the most important rules of computing. TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work.
Page 95: File Names
Sample Save As dialog box 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 Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of “.doc”...
Page 97: Using The Dvd-Rom Or Multi-Function Drive
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive The program displays a Print dialog box. Sample Print dialog box Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. Click Print. Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video.
Page 98 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region. The drive will allow you to change regions four times.
Page 99: Inserting A Compact Disc
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the Drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive. When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it.
Page 100 Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Sample drive tray partially extended HINT: The drive will not open if the computer’s power is off. Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in CD or DVD Discs”...
Page 101: Removing A Disc With The Computer On
If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place.
Page 102: Removing A Disc With The Computer Off
Learning the Basics Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive Removing a disc with the computer off Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.
Page 103: Using The I.link Port
Using the i.LINK The i.LINK fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK isochronous data — the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate. This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices. Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as...
Page 104: 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. “Running the computer on battery 116.
Page 105: 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 accessories.toshiba.com. Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer.
Page 106: Restoring Your Work
Learning the Basics Preparing for communications Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files. TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk.
Page 107: Powering Down The Computer
Powering down the computer Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows NOTE operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel’s disk light and the drive-in use light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/or drive.
Page 108 To use either of these methods, you first need to turn it on in the TOSHIBA Power Management utility. Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. Double-click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Click the Setup Action tab. Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. ❖...
Page 109 ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to the action you want to occur when you close the LCD panel. Sample system power mode settings Click OK, then close the Control Panel. For more information about the Power Saver utility, see NOTE “Power Saver”...
Page 110: Using Hibernation
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...
Page 111 will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernate so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel. Click Apply. Click OK. The computer is now set to automatically go into Hibernation when your option settings occur.
Page 112: Using Standby
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Using Standby The Standby command puts the computer into a power- saving mode. Standby holds the current mode of the computer in memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖...
Page 113 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 Standby for the options you want. ❖...
Page 114: Toshiba's Online Resources
The computer returns to the screen you were previously using. 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.
Page 115: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while...
Page 116: 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 117: Charging The 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 118: Charging The Main Battery
Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Charging the main battery To charge the battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on.
Page 119 When fully charged, it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off. 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 NOTE...
Page 120: Monitoring Battery Power
To show remaining power: Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box appears. ). When the on/off light flashes amber, it ) with the ®...
Page 121 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 will not power the computer for as long as a new battery, even when both are fully charged.
Page 122: What To Do When The Battery Alarm Sounds
Shut down your computer and replace the main battery with a charged one. ❖ Connect your computer to an AC power source. ® operating system has additional power S2 Series computer can be configured to warn ® operating system offers two alarms before “Power Saver”...
Page 123: Changing Batteries
Changing batteries When handling battery packs, do not drop or knock them. Also, be careful not to damage the casing or short-circuit the terminals. To change the battery: Save your work. Shut down and turn off the computer. Remove all cables connected to the computer. Turn the computer over.
Page 124 Mobile Computing Changing batteries Press the battery release latch to release the battery. Sample battery release latch Pull the discharged battery out from the back of the computer. Sample removing the discharged battery 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 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean...
Page 125 Sample inserting the charged battery The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity. 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.
Page 126: Taking Care Of Your Battery
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries.
Page 127: Maximizing Battery Life
❖ 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 128: 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 129: Conserving Power
Toshiba has combined these options into preset power profiles. Using one of these profiles lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system performance. You may also set individual power-saving options to suit your own needs.
Page 130: Using A Hot Key To Set The Power Profile
Mobile Computing Conserving power 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. To set the power profile: Press pop-up window.
Page 131: Additional Options For Power
Depending on the amount of time you spend away from external power sources, the capacity of one battery pack may be sufficient for your needs. However, if you need more portable power, Toshiba provides these options: ❖ Purchase extra battery packs.
Page 132: Chapter 4: Expansion Options
You can connect any of these optional devices: ❖ Expansion memory modules ❖ Standard 101-key keyboard ❖ Mouse or trackball ❖ Printer ❖ PC Cards ❖ Toshiba Advanced Port Replicator III Some of these devices listed are Toshiba devices, others are standard computer components.
Page 133: Using The Wi-Fi Wireless Lan Mini Pci Module
Using the Wi-Fi The devices manufactured by Toshiba can be purchased through Toshiba’s Web site: accessories.toshiba.com, or through the accessories information packaged with your computer. Using the Wi-Fi module 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.
Page 134: Connecting A Local Printer
Expansion Options Connecting a local printer Connecting a local printer Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.
Page 135: Setting Up Your Printer
To connect a USB printer: Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on your computer Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet. To connect a parallel printer: Connecting the parallel printer cable while the computer is on may damage the printer, the computer, or both.
Page 136 Expansion Options Connecting a local printer To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard: Click Start, and click Printers and Faxes. The operating system opens a Printers and Faxes window. Sample Printers and Faxes window Click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears.
Page 137 The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the Windows ® XP operating system recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual. If the printer you are setting up: ❖...
Page 138 Expansion Options Connecting a local printer ❖ The default printer, click Yes. ❖ Available when specifically requested, click No. Click Next. Click Finish. The Windows 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.
Page 139: Chapter 5: Enhancing Productivity
HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system. S2 Series notebook computer. XP Professional operating system. You use its...
Page 140: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop
Enhancing Productivity 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 Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking the icon.
Page 141 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 142: Setting Up For Communications
Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: ❖ A modem (one comes with your Tecra computer) ❖ A telephone line ® S2 Series...
Page 143 ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet 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.
Page 144: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
Enhancing Productivity Setting up for communications If Windows XP cannot communicate with the modem, it displays an error message. Consult the troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows XP documentation. Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem.
Page 145 To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard: Click Start and point to All Programs. Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number. The computer connects to the network.
Page 146: An Overview Of Using The Internet
Enhancing Productivity An overview of using the Internet Setting up a wireless connection For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator. Using Wireless LAN Connectivity The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the NOTE distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment,...
Page 147: 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. They all work together to share information. The World Wide Web The World Wide Web (or “Web”) is a subset of the Internet —...
Page 148: Connecting To The Internet
Enhancing Productivity An overview of using 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...
Page 149: Internet Features
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. ❖ Internet email To send and receive email of your own, you need a mailbox on the Web or an email address.
Page 150: Uploading And Downloading Files From The Internet
Enhancing Productivity Exploring audio features Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer).
Page 151: Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
Sample Windows Media Player screen The CD Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player: ❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/pause button on the CD Player control panel. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down.
Page 152: Creating A Cd
Enhancing Productivity Exploring audio features Double-click the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive icon. The disk drive will run the CD. If your disk does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disk. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows and point it to play the CD.
Page 153: Recording Sounds
Recording sounds You may record sounds as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack. DEFINITION: A .wav (pronounced “wave”) file is a Windows format for storing sound. TECHNICAL NOTE: If you record MP3 files, you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files.
Page 154: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
Enhancing Productivity Exploring audio features The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. You 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. The microphone on your computer might be set to Mute.
Page 155: Using Pc Cards
Do not remove a network card while you are connected to a network. ❖ Do not remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating. Enhancing Productivity S2 Series computer comes with one PC Card slot Using PC Cards...
Page 156: Inserting A Pc Card
Enhancing Productivity Using PC Cards Before removing a PC Card, stop it by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove. 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.
Page 157: Removing A Pc Card
When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do not force the card into position. Removing a PC Card Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray.
Page 158: Using The Bridge Media Adapter Slot
Enhancing Productivity Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot Your computer is equipped with a Bridge Media Adapter Slot, which supports the use of Memory Stick Stick PRO media, Secure Digital SmartMedia™ or xD-Picture Cards. This media can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video camcorders, etc.
Page 159: Removing Memory Media
Connecting your modem to a telephone line When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data. Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read.
Page 160: Connecting To A Phone Line
❖ Send a fax directly from your computer. For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Connecting to a phone line Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
Page 161 Connecting your modem to a telephone line Sample connecting to a wall jack 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 162: Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities
Your notebook computer includes several utilities designed to help you reconfigure your system and best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to ascertain certain system details, set additional options, and change default values. The Toshiba utilities are: ❖ Hotkey Utility ❖...
Page 163: Hotkey Utility
Standby ] and Hibernation [ Fn+F3 To activate the utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click Hotkey utility. The Toshiba Hotkey window appears. Put a check mark next to the desired option.
Page 164: Toshiba Assist
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access the control panel: Click Start, then click All Programs. Point to TOSHIBA Assist, then click the resulting Toshiba Assist selection.
Page 165: Toshiba Accessibility
TOSHIBA Accessibility The Toshiba Accessibility window The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility allows you to use the key to create a hot key combination with one of the function keys without pressing the two keys simultaneously as is usually required. Using Accessibility lets you make the a sticky key, meaning you can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function.
Page 166: Fn-Esse
“Hot Keys” on page 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, Utilities, then click Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. ® program without using the Start menu.
Page 167 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn-esse keyboard to which you want to assign it. Release the primary button. Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® ® Explorer (or the program...
Page 168: Using The Keyboard Or Pointing Device To Assign Keys
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® Fn-esse displays the Add/Edit Command dialog box with the Description, Command Line and Working Directory fields automatically completed. Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command dialog box with your key assignment in place. The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected.
Page 169: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Fn-esse keyboard. Fn-esse displays the Function Key Assignments dialog box. This box lists all the key assignments and the program or document to which each key is assigned. plus the appropriate key from within any ® program. Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse® ®...
Page 170: Changing Or Removing Existing Key Assignments
HW Setup program. Accessing Toshiba HW Setup To access Toshiba HW Setup, double-click the TOSHIBA Assist icon on the desktop. The Toshiba Assist screen appears. Click on the TOSHIBA Hardware Settings icon to open the TOSHIBA HWSetup dialog box.
Page 171 Sample HW Setup Toshiba HW Setup has the following tabs: ❖ General — Shows the BIOS version ❖ Password — Allows you to set the user password and an owner string ❖ Parallel/Printer — Allows you to configure the parallel port default settings ❖...
Page 172 Toshiba Utilities Toshiba HW Setup frequency and decreases voltage depending on the power source: ❖ AC Power—If your computer is connected to the AC adapter, the CPU frequency mode is set to high for faster processing. ❖ Battery Power—If your computer is running on battery power, the CPU frequency mode is set to low, for slower processing.
Page 173: Using Passwords In Windows
YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO ACCESS YOUR HARD DISK AGAIN, unless you’ve set a hard disk drive master password. Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the hard drive.
Page 174: User-Level Passwords
For most users, this is all the password security you’ll need. You can set (register) a user-level password in either Toshiba Hardware Setup or System Setup. If you use System Setup however, you can also create a password service diskette which can be used to bypass the password function when starting your computer.
Page 175: Using An Instant Password
❖ A supervisor password — Prohibits unauthorized users from accessing certain functions such as Toshiba Hardware Setup. This is useful if more than one person uses the computer Using an instant password An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke.
Page 176 Setting a user-level password in System Setup HINT: If you forget your password and have lost your password service diskette, contact the Toshiba Global Support Centre (US telephone number (800) 457-7777). To register a user-level password in System Setup and create a password service diskette: Click Start, then Shut Down.
Page 177 Repeat steps 5 through 8 to enter the password again. Click to save your change. Press to select Exit. Press to select Save and Exit. Click to save and exit System Setup. Toshiba Utilities User-level passwords key and press and hold the power Enter Enter...
Page 178: Disabling A User Password
To cancel the password that supports the instant and power- on password functions: Click Start, then Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware. Click Toshiba HW Setup. Select the Password tab. Click Not Registered. Type your password in the Enter Password box and click TECHNICAL NOTE: You have three tries to enter the correct password.
Page 179: Using The Instant Password
User-level passwords key and press and hold the power to select Startup. to select Set User Password. Enter Enter to save your change. to save and exit System Setup. Toshiba Utilities to skip this text box. to skip this text Enter...
Page 180: Using A Supervisor Password
A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options. Setting a supervisor password If you choose to set a supervisor or user password, Toshiba strongly recommends that you save your password in a location where you can later access it should you not remember it.
Page 181: Deleting A Supervisor Password
Enter a password (then enter it again to verify). Select an option under User Password Mode. Click OK. Deleting a supervisor password Click Start, then click All Programs. Point to Toshiba Assist, then click the resulting Toshiba Assist selection. The Toshiba Assist window appears. Select Security. Toshiba Utilities...
Page 182: Hard Disk Drive Passwords
Toshiba Utilities Hard disk drive passwords Sample Toshiba Assist Security window Click the Supervisor password icon. Select Not Registered. Enter the correct password. Click OK, then click OK again to exit. Hard disk drive passwords Your computer comes with a program preinstalled that lets you set two types of hard disk drive passwords, user and master.
Page 183: Setting A Hard Disk Drive Master Password
BE ABLE TO ACCESS YOUR HARD DISK AGAIN, unless you’ve set a hard disk drive master password. Toshiba is not responsible for any losses that may occur to you, your organization or others as a result of the inability to access the hard drive.
Page 184 Toshiba Utilities Hard disk drive passwords To quit without setting a password, click Cancel. To set a hard disk drive master password, click Register/ Update, then Update. A master password warning will appear. Read the warning and click Yes to continue setting the password, or No to cancel.
Page 185: Setting A Hard Disk Drive User Password
Setting a hard disk drive user password To set a hard disk drive user password: Click Start, then click Run. In the Run box, type: c:\Program Files\toshiba\Windows Utilities\HDDPW\HDDPW press Enter The Hard Disk Drive Password program HDDPW displays a warning screen.
Page 186 Toshiba Utilities Hard disk drive passwords Click OK. Make sure you choose a hard disk drive user password you can remember easily. If you set a hard disk drive user password and later forget the password or lose your password diskette, you will need to enter the hard disk drive master password in order to access your hard disk.
Page 187: Deleting The Hard Disk Drive User Password
Shut down and restart the computer for your changes to take effect. Power Saver Toshiba’s Power Saver utility enhances your computer’s power management capabilities. It controls the computer’s Power Save Mode, which is a series of settings for power management. In the Power Saver Properties dialog box, you can choose which mode to use, change settings for each mode, or create your own mode.
Page 188 Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, then Performance and Maintenance. Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box appears. Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box You may also access the Power Saver Properties from the Toshiba Assist: Double-click the Toshiba Assist icon on the desktop.
Page 189: Toshiba Zooming Utility
All applications with icons on the desktop ❖ Microsoft Windows select one or more of these programs). To access the utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen appears. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ®...
Page 190 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility screen For more information about how to use the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility, right click on the click on Help. icon in the taskbar and...
Page 191: 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 192 If Something Goes Wrong Problems that are easy to fix Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. Select the program you want to close, then click End Task.
Page 193: 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, and how the error can be reproduced. Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power.
Page 194 If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer that came with the conflicting device and hardware conflict” on page The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the external diskette drive. Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk.
Page 195: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
The Windows The Windows working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine, you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly. For example: ❖ The operating system fails to start after the Windows XP ❖...
Page 196: Internet Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows The Windows options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode (with Networking) ❖ Safe Mode (with Command Prompt) ❖ Enable Boot Logging ❖ Enable VGA Mode ❖ Last known good configuration (your most recent settings that worked) ❖...
Page 197: The Windows Xp Operating System Can Help You
Click a problem you about which would like help from the listings and follow the on-screen instructions. You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu or by going to pcsupport.toshiba.com. If Something Goes Wrong ® operating system is not working ®...
Page 198: Resolving A Hardware Conflict
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using ® Windows Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first.
Page 199 as it works. These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources. Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request (IRQ) because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor’s time. Direct Memory Access Similarly, the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct...
Page 200: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device. Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable. Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them.
Page 201 type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources assigned to the device. To check a device’s properties: Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance, and then Administrative Tools. Double-click Computer Management, and then click Device Manager.
Page 202: Memory Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile checking for these first: Click Start, then click Turn off computer. Click Turn Off. The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically.
Page 203 Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cord/cable. Make sure the AC adapter and power cord/cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer. If the AC power light still does not come on, check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance.
Page 204: Keyboard Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Check the power options using the Power Management utility. Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts.
Page 205 You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing password, press the . If no password is registered, press Enter reactivates and allows you to continue working. If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, hold the key and press pops up.
Page 206 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Click Properties, and then the Settings tab. Change the Colors option and click OK. For more information, see Windows A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware.
Page 207: Disk Drive Problems
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. Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.
Page 208 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Click the Tools tab. Click the Check now button. The Check Disk All Apps box appears. You can choose one or both options: ❖ Automatically fix file system errors ❖ Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors Click Start.
Page 209: Dvd-Rom Or Multi-Function Drive Problems
The metal cover or a loose label may be obstructing the path into the drive. Carefully inspect the diskette. If the metal cover is loose, replace the diskette. If the label is loose, replace the label and try inserting the diskette again. The computer displays the message.
Page 210: Sound System Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict You press the disc eject button, but the drive tray does not slide out. Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on. The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive eject mechanism requires power to operate.
Page 211 these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards. “Using PC Cards” on page 155 Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot, the computer attempts to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure (CIS).
Page 212 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict available, try the card in that machine. If the card malfunctions again, it may be defective. Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work.
Page 213: Printer Problems
Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails. Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card: Double-click the PC Card icon on the taskbar. Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card.
Page 214: Modem Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Run the printer’s self-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers, as shown “Setting up your printer” on page You may have connected the printer while the computer is on. Disable Stand By mode, turn off the computer, and turn off the printer.
Page 215: Develop Good Computing Habits
higher. Refer to the program’s documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings. The modem is on, set up properly and still will not transmit or receive data. Make sure the line has a dial tone. Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this.
Page 216: If You Need Further Assistance
Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before contacting Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation.
Page 217: Contacting Toshiba
GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the computer documentation shipped with your product. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba...
Page 218: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com computers.toshiba.com www.toshiba.ca www.toshiba-Europe.com...
Page 219 United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations, please visit: www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm. If Something Goes Wrong Toshiba’s worldwide offices Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome...
Page 220: 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 221: 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 Management utility. For more information, see “Power Saver” on page Hot Keys Instant password security 187.
Page 222: Stand By Mode
Hot Keys Stand By mode Stand By mode This hot key puts 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”...
Page 223: Hibernation Mode
Hibernation mode This hot key puts 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. Sample Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond.
Page 224: Display Modes
Hot Keys Display modes Display modes This hot key cycles through the power-on display options. The display modes are: Sample display options window In order to use a simultaneous mode, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.
Page 225: Display Brightness
Display brightness This hot key decreases the screen brightness. This hot key increases the screen brightness. Wireless device enable This hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices in your computer (for systems with Wi-Fi The wireless modes are: Bluetooth module. You must start the Bluetooth enable it.
Page 226: Disabling Or Enabling The Toshiba Dual Pointing Device
Hot Keys Disabling or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device Disabling or enabling the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device This hot key enables/disables the Dual Pointing Device. To use the TouchPad, see Dual Pointing Device” on page Sample disable and enable Dual Pointing Device...
Page 227: Keyboard Hot Keys
Keyboard hot keys This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off. This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. This hot key toggles the resolution between SVGA+ (800 x 600), XGA (1024 x 768), and SXGA+ (1400 x [Spacebar] 1050 if supported).
Page 228: 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 229: 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 230: Getting Started
Networking, ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon ❖ Press the Toshiba Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the Toshiba Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. ❖ 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 231: 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 232 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 233 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 234: 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 235 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 236: 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 237 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 238: 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 239 (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 240 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 241: 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 242: 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 243: 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 244 Glossary DIMM DSTN DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory EPROM HTML IEEE LPT1 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...
Page 245 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 246 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 247 — A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing, memory, input/output, and/or control functions. Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards. click — To press and release the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device control button or mouse button without moving the cursor or mouse. In the Windows primary Toshiba Dual Pointing Device control button, unless otherwise stated.
Page 248 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 249 (2) To send font data from the computer to a printer. See also upload. drag — To hold down the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device control button or mouse button while moving the cursor to drag a selected object.
Page 250 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 251 — The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation — A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn the computer off. When you turn on the computer again, your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off.
Page 252 See also World Wide Web. keyboard shortcut — A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device. kilobyte (KB) — A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte.
Page 253 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 254 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 255 — Any device, such as the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device or a mouse, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen. port — A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device.
Page 256 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 257 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 258: Index
Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 88 AC adapter 50 AC power cord/cable connectors accessories carrying cases 105 memory 56 Add Printer Wizard 136 adding memory 56 Alt keys 88 arm/wrist strain 45 assign keys Fn-esse 168 audio .wav files 153 audio features 150 Auto-Run 151 backing up files 86 battery...
Page 259 Index playing an audio 150 playing using Auto-Run 151 problem solving 210 channels DMA 199 IRQ 199 character keys 87 charging main battery 118 charging the battery 53 checking device properties 201 click 76 communications network connection 144 setting up 106 system resources 199 compact disc positioning 100 compact discs...
Page 260 hot key 80 screen is blank 204 display modes hot key 224 display panel closing 78 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 128 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 199 double-click 76 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive cannot access disc 209 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive drive tray will not open 210 problems 209 troubleshooting 201...
Page 261 Index Windows XP 197 Hibernation mode 110 configuring 110 starting again from 111 Hibernation mode hot key 223 hot key display modes 224 display output settings 80 Hibernation mode 223 instant password 180 keyboard 226 keyboard overlays 227 power usage mode 221 Stand By mode 222 volume mute 220 hot key power usage mode 130...
Page 262 unexpected characters 204 Windows special keys 89 keyboard, external 82 keyboard, full-size 88 keyboard, PS/2-compatible LCD power-saver 78 lighting 44 Master password 182 memory adding 56 expansion slots 57 problem solving 202 removing expansion slot cover Memory media inserting 158 removing 159 memory module inserting 59...
Page 263 201 compact discs not running correctly 210 computer will not power up 193 contacting Toshiba 216 corrupted/damaged data files Device Manager 200 disabling a device 200 disk drive is slow 208 display is blank 204...
Page 264 Internet connection is slow 197 keyboard not responding 193 keyboard produces unexpected characters 204 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 207 modem transmitting 214 no sound 210 non-system disk or disk error PC Card 210 checklist 211 error occurs 213 not recognized 213 slots appear dead 212 power and batteries 202 printer 213...
Page 265 Universal Resource Locator (URL) USB mouse connecting 82 User password 182 user password, disabling 178 using a file extension 96 using the Toshiba Dual Pointing De- vice 74 utilities HW Setup 170 Power Saver 187 video projector adjusting display 81...
Page 266 Index wireless interoperability 7 wireless networking 144 Wizards Dial-Up Networking Wizard work habits 45 xD-Picture Card 158...

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Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Expansion Options

Chapter 5: Enhancing Productivity

Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

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