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Toshiba A40-S161 User Manual (277 pages)

Toshiba Notebook PC User's Guide

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Fcc Notice
3
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Regulatory Information
8
Device Authorization
13
Interference Statement
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
18
Regulatory Statements
19
Table of Contents
26
Introduction
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
- Other Icons Used
  38
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
39
Chapter 1: Getting Started

40
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

83
- Computing Tips
  83
- Using the Keyboard
  84
  - Character Keys
    85
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    85
  - Function Keys
    85
  - Windows Special Keys
    86
  - Overlay Keys
    86
- Emulating a Full-Size Keyboard
  88
- Starting a Program
  88
- Saving Your Work
  89
- Printing Your Work
  90
- Backing up Your Files
  90
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction Drive
  91
  - DVD-ROM Drive Components
    92
  - CD/DVD Control Buttons
    93
  - CD/DVD and Digital Audio Modes
    94
  - Inserting a Disc
    95
  - Playing an Audio CD
    97
  - Viewing the Contents of a CD or DVD
    99
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on
    99
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off
    100
  - Caring for Cds and Dvds
    100
- Setting up for Communications
  100
  - Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line
    101
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    101
- Powering down the Computer
  102
  - Turn off or Shut down Command
    103
  - Restart Command
    103
  - Hibernation Command
    104
  - Standby Command
    104
- Using Turn off or Shut down
  105
  - Turning off or Shutting down more Quickly
    107
  - Starting Again after Turn off or Shut down
    108
- Using Hibernation
  109
- Using Standby
  112
  - Going into Standby Mode more Quickly
    114
  - Starting Again from Standby
    116
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

117
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  117
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  117
  - Battery Notice
    118
  - Power Management
    118
  - Using Additional Batteries
    119
- Charging the Batteries
  119
  - Charging the Main Battery
    119
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    120
- Monitoring Battery Power
  121
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    122
  - Conserving Battery Power
    123
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    124
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    124
- Changing the Main Battery
  125
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    125
  - Inserting the Battery in the Computer
    127
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  128
  - Safety Precautions
    128
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    129
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  130
- Traveling Tips
  130
Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Windows

132
Chapter 5: Exploring Your Options

163
- Windows XP Special Features
  163
- Personalizing Your Desktop
  164
  - Customizing the Taskbar
    164
  - Bringing the World to Your Desktop
    165
  - Changing Desktop and Browsing Style
    166
  - Personalizing Individual Windows
    167
  - Customizing Window Toolbars
    168
  - Displaying Information about each Folder
    169
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  170
- Exchanging Data with Another Computer
  173
- Connecting to the Internet
  175
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  176
  - The Internet
    176
  - The World Wide Web
    176
  - Internet Service Providers
    177
  - Signing up with an Internet Service Provider
    177
  - Surfing the Internet
    177
  - Internet Features
    178
  - Uploading and Downloading Files on the Internet
    178
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  179
- Exploring Video Features
  179
  - Changing the Display Properties Setting
    179
  - Playing Dvds
    180
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    181
- Exploring Audio Features
  181
  - Recording Sounds
    181
  - Using a Microphone
    181
  - Adjusting Recording Settings
    182
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    183
- Using PC Cards
  183
  - PC Card Supporting Software
    184
  - Inserting PC Cards
    184
  - Removing PC Cards
    185
  - Hot Swapping
    186
- Using SD Cards
  186
  - Inserting an SD Card
    186
  - Removing an SD Card
    187
Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

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- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  188
- Fn-Esse
  190
- Hotkey Utility
  193
- TOSHIBA Console
  194
  - Customize Your Computer
    195
  - Security
    196
  - Power Management
    196
  - Toshiba Hardware Setup
    198
Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong

201
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  201
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  203
- The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
  204
- The Windows ® Operating System Is Not Working
  205
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  207
  - A Plan of Action
    207
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    208
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    210
  - Memory Module Problems
    212
  - Power and the Batteries
    213
  - Keyboard Problems
    214
  - Display Problems
    215
  - Disk Drive Problems
    217
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    219
  - Sound System Problems
    221
  - PC Card Problems
    222
  - Printer Problems
    225
  - Modem Problems
    226
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  227
- If You Need Further Assistance
  228
  - Before You Call
    228
  - Contacting Toshiba
    229
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  230
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  230
Appendix A: Hot Keys

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- Volume Mute
  233
- Instant Password Security
  233
- Power Usage Mode
  236
- Standby Mode
  237
- Hibernation Mode
  238
- Display Modes
  239
- Display Brightness
  239
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  240
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  240
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

241
Appendix C: Using Configfree

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- With Your Computer
  242
- Getting Started
  243
  - Configfree Main Screen
    243
  - Starting Configfree
    244
  - Configuring Configfree
    244
- Configfree Utilities
  245
  - Connectivity Doctor
    245
  - Device Settings
    246
  - Profile Settings
    248
  - Quick Connect
    249
- Using Auto Switch
  250
  - Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect)
    251
  - Auto Switch (SSID)
    251
- Glossary
  252
- Index
  268

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Toshiba A40-S161 User Manual (277 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Windows

Chapter 5: Exploring Your Options

Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Using Configfree

Toshiba A40-S161 Specifications (9 pages)

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