Page 1 User’s Guide If you need assistance: ❖ 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 184 in this guide.
Page 2 TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA,...
Page 3 Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port 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 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...
Page 10 1999/5/CE. Spanish: Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Page 11 The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm.
Page 12: Device Authorization
The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100...
Page 13 JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT 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. Radio approvals for wireless device Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5005GS Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the...
Page 14: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
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: ❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
Page 15: Bluetooth Wireless Technology And Your Health
TOSHIBA portable computers. Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
Page 16: Regulatory Statements
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. These situations may for example include: ❖ Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board airplanes, ❖...
Page 17 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 18 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 19 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 20 Dolby Laboratories. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 21: Table Of Contents
Keeping yourself comfortable ...35 Precautions...35 Important information on your computer’s Setting up your computer ...38 Setting up your software...39 Registering your computer with Toshiba ...40 Adding external devices ...41 Connecting to a power source ...42 Charging the main battery...45 cooling fan ...38...
Page 22 Contents Using the computer for the first time ...46 Opening the display panel ...46 Your computer’s features and specifications ...47 Turning on the power ...47 Adding memory ...48 Installing a memory module ...49 Removing a memory module...52 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities (for the U100 model only)...54 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs ...55 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the...
Page 23 Caring for CD or DVD Discs ...96 Powering down the computer ...96 Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down ...97 Using Hibernation ...99 Using Standby ...100 Toshiba’s online resources ...103 keyboard ...80 ® DVD Dock ...91 ® DVD Dock control buttons ...92 Contents ®...
Page 24 Contents Chapter 3: Mobile Computing...104 Toshiba’s energy-saver design...104 Running the computer on battery power ...105 Battery Notice ...105 Charging the batteries...106 Charging the main battery...107 Charging the RTC battery...108 Monitoring battery power ...109 What to do when the battery alarm sounds ...111 Changing batteries ...111...
Page 25 Setting up a PC Card for your computer ...137 Using a Secure Digital (SD) card...137 Inserting an SD card ...137 Removing an SD card ...138 Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities...140 Fn-esse Starting Fn-esse Using the keyboard or pointing device to Viewing existing key assignments ...144 Changing or removing existing key TOSHIBA Assist ...145...
Page 26 Deleting a supervisor password...158 HDD Protection ...158 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility...160 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ...161 TOSHIBA Accessibility ...162 TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility...163 Booting from a bootable SD card...164 Fingerprint recognition utility ...165 Enrolling in OmniPass...166 Replacing your passwords...172 Remembering passwords ...173 Authentication settings ...175...
Page 27 Develop good computing habits ...217 Data and system configuration backup in If you need further assistance...224 Before you contact Toshiba ...224 Contacting Toshiba ...225 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ...226 Toshiba’s worldwide offices...226 Appendix A: Hot Keys... 228 Volume Mute ...228 Instant password security...229 Power usage profile ...229...
Page 28 Contents Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer...234 Getting Started...235 Starting ConfigFree ...235 ConfigFree Utilities...237 Connectivity Doctor ...237 Search for Wireless Devices ...240 Profile Settings ...245 ConfigFree SUMMIT...248 Quick Connect...253 Using the Automatic Switch...256 Semi-Automatic Switch Feature ...257 Glossary...258...
Page 29: Introduction
Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work and entertainment can accompany you wherever you You will find your operating system, Microsoft XP Professional, already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting features, multimedia enjoyment, and easy Internet access.
Page 30: This Guide
Toshiba's Web site at While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice.
Page 31: Safety Icons
Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Page 32: Other Icons Used
Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation: ❖ An electronic version of the user’s guide ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com.
Page 33: Service Options
To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 184.
Page 34: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.
Page 35: Keeping Yourself Comfortable
❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel.
Page 36 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately: 1.
Page 37 Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation. Before you remove a PC Card, always wait for it to cool. You could get burned removing a hot PC Card. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop a heavy object onto the computer.
Page 38: Important Information On Your Computer's Cooling Fan
Getting Started Setting up your computer special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you. Important information on your computer’s cooling fan Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer.
Page 39: Setting Up Your Software
To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC adapter. See on page To register your computer online or to sign up for an Internet account, you must either connect the built-in modem to a telephone line or establish a Local Area Network (LAN) connection.
Page 40: 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 register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.
Page 41: Adding External Devices
Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See software” on page After starting your computer for the first time you may want ❖ Add more memory (see ❖ Connect a mouse (see ❖...
Page 42: Connecting To A Power Source
Getting Started Connecting to a power source Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’s battery. AC adapter Power cord/cable Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter...
Page 43 Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer, or use Toshiba-recommended alternate models to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adapter could cause fire or damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Page 44 Getting Started Connecting to a power source Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on the left side of the computer. Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( Never tamper with the power cable or plug;...
Page 45: Charging The Main Battery
If the main battery is present, the battery light ❖ Amber while the battery is charging ❖ Green when the battery is fully charged Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC Adapter.
Page 46: Using The Computer For The First Time
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge.
Page 47: Your Computer's Features And Specifications
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.
Page 48: Adding Memory
Adding memory HINT: To purchase additional memory modules see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your libretto U100/U105 computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You...
Page 49: Installing A Memory Module
may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. Installing a memory module An additional memory module can be installed in the memory module slot on the base of the computer. You will need a standard Phillips No.
Page 50 Getting Started Adding memory 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. Sample locating the memory module slot cover Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, loosen the screw that secures the memory module slot cover.
Page 51 Remove the memory slot cover. Sample removing the memory module slot cover 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.
Page 52: Removing A Memory Module
Getting Started Adding memory Sample inserting the memory module into the slot 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 53 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 54: Checking Total Memory
DVDs before using your system. For more information on creating Recovery media see on page 55. An optional writable external optical media drive that is compatible to the computer is required to create Recovery Discs. Visit “Adding memory” “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs” accessories.toshiba.com starting on for more information.
Page 55: Creating Recovery Cds/Dvds
The system will prompt you to insert the appropriate amount of NOTE 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. To create recovery CDs/DVDs: Double-click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on the Windows desktop.
Page 56: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using The Recovery Partition
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities (for the U100 model only) Sample Recovery Disc Creator screen Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box next to the item’s Name – recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications.
Page 57 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 58 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 59: Hard Disk Drive Recovery Using The Recovery Media
CDs or DVDs (refer to page 55): ❖ 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. Getting Started “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs” on...
Page 60 Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities (for the U100 model only) Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen Recovering the original factory image (recommended) Recovering a hard disk drive to its factory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost.
Page 61 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities (for the U100 model only) 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. Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding.
Page 62: Deleting The Hard Disk Recovery Utility
Getting Started Hard Drive Recovery Utilities (for the U100 model only) Checking the HDD operating status After restoring your hard disk drive you can check its status as follows: Click Start, Control Panel, Administrative Tools, Computer Management, and then Disk Management. Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen.
Page 63: Installing Drivers And Applications
(for example, E: drive) for the extra space and formats the drive. Installing drivers and applications The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer.
Page 64: Using The Accupoint Ii Pointing Device
Getting Started Using the Accupoint II pointing device Using the Accupoint II pointing device Primary button (left mouse button) Sample Accupoint buttons Accupoint Pointing Device—Moves the cursor and selects items on the screen. To move the cursor, gently push the pointing device in the direction you want the cursor to move.
Page 65: Turning Off The Computer
Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you will not be using it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave it plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery.
Page 66: Devices For Office Computing
Expansion memory modules ❖ Standard 101-key keyboard ❖ Mouse or trackball ❖ Printer ❖ PC Cards Some of these are Toshiba devices, others are standard computer components. The devices manufactured by Toshiba can be purchased through Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. 155).
Page 67: Libretto ® Dvd Dock
NOTE an optional feature that must be purchased separately for those models that do not come with it. For information on accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. The libretto watch DVD movies on your computer. For more information on using the DVD Dock and playing audio CDs see the libretto®...
Page 68: Removing The Libretto Dvd Dock
Getting Started libretto® DVD Dock Place your computer on top of the libretto lining up the connecting port on the computer with the the alignment pin on the libretto Sample of connecting the computer to the libretto Dock Push the two docking latches into the locked position. Removing the libretto To remove the libretto Slide the Undock switch on the right side of the libretto...
Page 69: Using External Display Devices
To do this: Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) adapter, then connect the other end of the adapter to the Toshiba Mini RGB Adapter port on the left side of the computer. Getting Started Using external display devices ®...
Page 70: Directing The Display Output When You Turn On The Computer
Getting Started Using external display devices Sample connecting the Toshiba Mini RGB Adapter to the RGB (monitor) adapter port Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical outlet. Turn on the external device. Set the display mode by pressing configuring the Display Properties settings.
Page 71: Adjusting The Quality Of The External Display
Release the TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box. Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, and then Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, and click Apply or OK.
Page 72: Using A Mouse
Getting Started Using a mouse Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer’s built- in Accupoint II pointing device. You can use a USB- compatible mouse. After logging on to your system, the mouse cursor may move NOTE to the upper-right side of the screen.
Page 73: 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. Setting up your printer If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play).
Page 74 Getting Started Setting up your printer Click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard starts. Sample Add Printer Wizard Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the operating system recognizes it automatically.
Page 75 Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to select your printer. Select your printer from the list of manufacturers and printers, click Next. Select the port settings according to the instructions in your printer’s documentation and the port to which your printer is connected, then click Next.
Page 76: Caring For Your Computer
Getting Started Caring for your computer Depending on your program, you may see various messages indicating the status of your print job. TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process. In this case, the Windows system Add Printer Wizard will display an error message. If this happens, refer to your printer installation guide for further instructions.
Page 77: Moving The Computer
Moving the computer Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive indicator light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located).
Page 78: Chapter 2: Learning The Basics
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter offers some computing tips and provides important information about the basic features of your computer. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the hard disk. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or if your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved.
Page 79 ❖ Back up your files to discs (or other removable media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up your data because it takes time.
Page 80: Using The Keyboard
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows provide all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ❖...
Page 81: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys
Your computer’s keyboard has only one Most of the time, this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left keys, or to the regular and numeric pad the full-sized keyboard. Using the these separate keys, as follows: ❖...
Page 82: Windows Special Keys
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Windows special keys Sample Windows special keys Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows: ❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key—Has the same function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the lower portion form the numeric and cursor overlay.
Page 83: Using The Overlay To Type Numeric Data
Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on the lower right are the numeric overlay keys. To turn the numeric overlay on, press simultaneously. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so: ❖...
Page 84: Starting A Program
Learning the Basics Starting a program To use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on: ❖ Hold down ❖ To return to the cursor control overlay, release To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the and press Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name...
Page 85: Starting A Program From Windows Explorer
Point to the program group, in this example, Accessories. The Accessories menu is displayed. Click the program, in this example, WordPad. WordPad opens. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window. Starting a program from Windows If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu, you can start it from Windows you a view of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or...
Page 86: Starting A Program From The Run Dialog Box
Learning the Basics Starting a program Click Accessories. Windows Accessories folder on the right side of the window. In the right part of the window, double-click WordPad. The operating system opens WordPad. To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window.
Page 87: Saving Your Work
Type WordPad in the Open text box and press HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop-down list. Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive or other writable media.
Page 88: File Names
Learning the Basics Saving your work Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name. Sample Save As dialog box Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored.
Page 89: Printing Your Work
You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ ^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and ‘. File names are not case-sensitive and must not contain spaces. 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.
Page 90: Backing Up Your Work
Learning the Basics Backing up your work To print a file: Make sure your printer is turned on. Open the File menu of your Windows Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. Sample Print dialog box Specify the print parameters (i.e. the range of pages and number of copies to print.
Page 91: Restoring Your Work
NOTE an optional feature that must be purchased separately for those models that do not come with it. For information on accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform.
Page 92: Libretto ® Dvd Dock Control Buttons
Learning the Basics Using the libretto® DVD Dock language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. For these reasons, your computer may come with a libretto® DVD Dock. ® libretto DVD Dock control buttons The control buttons on the libretto audio CDs and DVDs when the computer is on.
Page 93: Inserting Discs (Cd Or Dvd)
The Previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc. The Next track button skips to the following track on the disc. Inserting discs (CD or DVD) To insert a disc into the libretto Make sure the drive-in-use indicator light is off. Press the drive’s eject button.
Page 94: Playing Audio
Learning the Basics Playing audio Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact your network administrator for assistance. Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place.
Page 95 Sample Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media an ordinary compact disc player. ❖ To play or pause the CD, click the Play/Pause button on the CD Player control panel. ❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button. Before putting on headphones to listen to an audio CD, turn the volume dial down, and do not set the volume too high when using the headphones.
Page 96: Caring For Cd Or Dvd Discs
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Caring for CD or DVD Discs ❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ❖ Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. ❖...
Page 97: Using Turn Off Computer Or Shut Down
Shutting down more quickly You can shut down the computer by pushing the power button. To use this feature, you first need to turn it on in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver.
Page 98 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Select the options you want from the drop-down lists. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut down when you push the power button. Click Apply.
Page 99: Using Hibernation
Configuring your computer for Hibernation Open the Start menu, click Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. Click the Setup Action tab. Select Hibernation for the options you want.
Page 100: Using Standby
Learning the Basics Powering down the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you push 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.
Page 101 Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery power. A fully charged main battery will last up to eight hours in Standby mode. ❖ Restarting from Standby uses less time and battery power than restarting from Turn off computer or Hibernation.
Page 102 To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them in Toshiba’s Power Saver utility. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. Click the Setup Action tab. Select Stand By for the options you want.
Page 103: Toshiba's Online Resources
Learning the Basics Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba’s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions, and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more information see “Contacting Toshiba”...
Page 104: Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, as they will allow your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods...
Page 105: Running The Computer On Battery Power
Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. See "Detailed Specs" for specific battery measurement test. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power.
Page 106: Charging The Batteries
Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. 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.
Page 107: Charging The Main Battery
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. TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot...
Page 108: Charging The Rtc Battery
Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and the BIOS memory used to store your computer’s configuration settings. When fully charged, the RTC battery maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off.
Page 109: Monitoring Battery Power
To show remaining power, click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, and then Toshiba Power Saver. The Toshiba Power Saver Properties dialog box appears. Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power ). When the on/off light flashes amber, it ) with the ®...
Page 110 Mobile Computing Monitoring battery power 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 111: What To Do When The Battery Alarm Sounds
What to do when the battery alarm sounds Your libretto U100/U105 computer can be configured to warn you of a low battery charge condition so that you can take the necessary steps to save your work. Your Toshiba computer system offers two alarms before your system shuts down.
Page 112 Mobile Computing Changing batteries If the battery release lock is in the locked position, slide it toward the unlocked position. Sample battery release lock Press the battery release latch to release the battery. Sample battery release latch Pull the discharged battery out from the back of the computer.
Page 113 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. Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock.
Page 114: 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.
Page 115: Maximizing Battery Life
❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an approved option. ❖...
Page 116: Disposing Of Used Batteries
Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use. ❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one month, remove the battery pack. ❖ Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged.
Page 117: Conserving Power
If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Conserving power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as: ❖...
Page 118: Power Profiles
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 119: 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. If you need more portable power Toshiba provides these options: ❖ Purchase extra battery packs.
Page 120: Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
Chapter 4 Exploring Your Computer’s Features In this chapter, you will explore some of the special features of your libretto U100/U105 notebook computer. Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in ® the Windows its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks.
Page 121: Finding Your Way Around The Desktop
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer’s desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons System tray Taskbar Start button ® Sample Windows XP operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program.
Page 122 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring the desktop 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 123: 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 libretto U100/U105 computer) ❖ A telephone line ❖ A browser or communications program ❖...
Page 124 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer’s COM (communications) ports. The default setting for the modem is COM3. The following procedure is intended to support you if you need either to upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings.
Page 125: Connecting The Modem To A Telephone Line
Send a fax directly from your computer. For more detailed information regarding your computer’s modem, visit Toshiba’s Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Before you can communicate using the modem you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, which allows you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line.
Page 126: Connecting Your Computer To A Network
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack. 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.
Page 127 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up the connection To set up an office connection, consult your network administrator for network settings and additional considerations. To set up a dial-up connection, use the New Connection Wizard: Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then New Connection Wizard.
Page 128 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Setting up for communications Select the Do not use this device (disable) option from the Device usage drop-down. Click OK. Your LAN port is now disabled. To enable the Ethernet LAN port, repeat steps one through four.
Page 129: An Overview Of Using The Internet
An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖...
Page 130: Internet Service Providers
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet The World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video which can be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information.
Page 131: Surfing The Internet
Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect to the Internet. Connect your computer’s modem to a telephone line. For more information on connecting a modem see “Connecting the modem to a telephone line” on page Start your Web browser. Have your modem dial the ISP’s telephone number to establish a connection with the ISP’s computer.
Page 132: Uploading To, And Downloading Files From, The Internet
Exploring Your Computer’s Features An overview of using the Internet If you have an account with an ISP, you probably set up an email address at the same time that you signed up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas communicate in real-time, one-on-one or in groups, by typing messages...
Page 133: Exploring Audio Features
Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using an external microphone. You can play .wav sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers. Recording sounds You may record sounds as .wav files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack.
Page 134: Using External Speakers Or Headphones
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Exploring audio features When you have finished recording, click the Stop button. The Sound Recorder window displays the new sound file as a waveform. 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.
Page 135: Inserting And Removing Pc Cards
❖ For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial. Inserting and removing PC Cards Your libretto U100/U105 computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards: ❖ Type I cards—You can install one of these cards.
Page 136: Removing A Pc Card
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Inserting and removing PC Cards To insert a PC Card: Turn off the computer. You may also hot swap a PC Card. Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to remove.
Page 137: Setting Up A Pc Card For Your Computer
Slide the PC Card eject switch to pop the PC card out on the left side of your computer. The PC Card ejects from the slot. Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot. Sample removing a PC Card Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them.
Page 138: Removing An Sd Card
Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using a Secure Digital (SD) card Create a temporary folder on the hard disk drive. Copy the contents of the source SD card into the temporary folder you created in step 3. Remove the source SD card. Insert the target SD card created in step 1.
Page 139 Exploring Your Computer’s Features Using a Secure Digital (SD) card Press the card inward to release it. The card pops out slightly. Grasp the card and pull it straight out. Another method for removing an SD memory card is as follows: Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray.
Page 140: Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs. Together, these allow you to determine certain system details, set additional options, or change default options. This chapter describes the following utilities supplied by Toshiba: ❖ ® Fn-esse ❖...
Page 141: 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, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Fn-esse. The Fn-esse keyboard appears. Sample Fn-esse window Toshiba Utilities ®...
Page 142 Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse The keys are color-coded as follows: ❖ Available keys are dark gray with white letters. ❖ Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn-esse keyboard in the selected color. ❖ Unavailable keys are light gray.
Page 143: Using The Keyboard Or Pointing Device To Assign Keys
Making a direct key assignment Select Direct... to display the Add/Edit Command dialog box. Enter the Description, Command Line, and Working Directory for the new Fn-esse key assignment, or click Browse to specify this information. Click OK. Toshiba Utilities ® Fn-esse key, then press...
Page 144: Viewing Existing Key Assignments
Toshiba Utilities Fn-esse Making a popup assignment Select Popup... to display the Application Explorer dialog box. Select the desired folder. The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu. The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder.
Page 145: Changing Or Removing Existing Key Assignments
❖ To remove the key assignment, click Clear. TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access this utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Assist.
Page 146: Connect
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of features: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect & Fix ❖ Optimize Connect The options available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree (see Computer” on page ❖ Start Bluetooth ❖...
Page 147: Protect & Fix
Sample TOSHIBA Assist window, Secure tab Protect & Fix This category provides access to the Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Power Management ❖ SD Memory Card Format ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖...
Page 148: Pc Diagnostic Tool
Refer to the online help documentation within the application for additional help. To start the utility: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then PC Diagnostics. The system displays the PC Diagnostic Tool. Sample PC Diagnostic Tool, Basic Information tab...
Page 149: Quick Launch Utility
Quick Launcher toolbar. From the Quick Launcher toolbar, you can start a program with a single click. You can elect to launch the toolbar whenever you log on to your computer or by double tapping on the fingerprint reader. Toshiba Utilities Quick Launch Utility...
Page 150: Power Management
Toshiba Utilities Power Management Power Management Toshiba recommends that you use the Toshiba Power NOTE Management Utility to change system power settings. The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer’s power usage, regardless of the source, and use the many preset power modes, or create one yourself.
Page 151 By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply. Profiles The preset profiles are: ❖...
Page 152: Mouse Utility
Mouse Utility The Mouse utility allows you to change your Accupoint II pointing device or mouse settings. To access the Mouse utility through the TOSHIBA Assist, click the Mouse icon. Hotkey Utility The Hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation...
Page 153: Toshiba Hardware Setup
Click OK. TOSHIBA Hardware Setup TOSHIBA Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool. To access it: In the TOSHIBA Assist, click Optimize, then click Toshiba Hardware Setup. Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The tabs represent various dialog boxes. They are: ❖...
Page 154 Toshiba Utilities Power Management ❖ CPU—Allows you to enable or disable CPU frequency switching modes. ❖ Dynamically Switchable—This mode is the default setting for your computer, and automatically changes the processing frequency and decreases voltage depending on the power source: AC Power.
Page 155: Setting User Passwords
Setting a password leaves your computer secure so that nobody can access your files. You must enter the password before you can work on your computer. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password — Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily.
Page 156: Setting A User Password
Select your user name and enter your password, if any. Setting a user password To register a password for the power-on password functions: Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. On the left side, select Secure.
Page 157: 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 158: Deleting A Supervisor Password
HDD Protection is enabled, the HDD head is moved to a safe position to protect the HDD from damage. To access the HDD Protection feature: In the Toshiba Assist window, click the PROTECT & FIX tab, then double-click the HDD Protection icon.
Page 159 The TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window appears. Sample TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window Set the HDD protection settings as you desire, or select the default settings by clicking Default. For additional settings, click Setup Detail and choose the desired settings.
Page 160: Toshiba Zooming Utility
❖ Adobe Reader ❖ Icons on the desktop To configure the Toshiba Zooming Utility, double-click the Toshiba Zooming Utility on the task bar. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen To zoom in, hold down the...
Page 161: Cd/Dvd Drive Acoustic Silencer
CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Sample CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen This utility, available on Toshiba Assist, can slow the speed of your optical drive to make it run more quietly. You can use this utility to make listening to Music CDs more enjoyable.
Page 162: 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 163: Toshiba Sd Memory Boot Utility
Put a check mark next to the desired option. TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility allows you to create an SD card you can use to boot up your computer. To create a bootable SD card: Attach a USB floppy drive to your computer, and insert a bootable floppy disk.
Page 164: Booting From A Bootable Sd Card
Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears. Sample TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen Select the drive where the SD is located. Select the Read from a floppy disk option. Click the Start menu.
Page 165: Fingerprint Recognition Utility
How OmniPass works OmniPass allows you to use a single “master” password to gain access to all of your Windows accounts, application accounts, and online accounts. OmniPass also uses Fingerprint recognition utility key. Enter Toshiba Utilities key. The system ® passwords,...
Page 166: Enrolling In Omnipass
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility fingerprint recognition technology to verify your identity so no one else can use your master password even if they know what it is. To use OmniPass, you need to establish a master password, and register two fingerprints (from two separate fingers) which OmniPass will use to verify your identity.
Page 167 At that point, however, you do not yet have a Windows password. Therefore, DO NOT click Enroll in the welcome screen. Instead, click Cancel to exit OmniPass. To create a password, follow the instructions at the beginning of this section. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility...
Page 168 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility The wizard displays your Windows user name and domain. Enter your Windows password. This password will become your master password. Click Next to continue. Sample verify user name and password screen The Choose Finger screen appears. Select the finger you wish to enroll, then click Next.
Page 169 The screen displays a green fingerprint, indicating a successful capture. Click Next to continue. ❖ The screen displays a red fingerprint, indicating that the capture attempt failed. In this case, swipe your finger again. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility ® II) as follows:...
Page 170 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility The Capture Fingerprint screen lets you try up to three times to capture your fingerprint. If you fail to capture your fingerprint after three tries, click Back to return to the Choose Finger screen, then click Next and restart the capture process.
Page 171 Sample Audio and Taskbar Settings screen The Congratulations screen appears indicating successful completion of enrollment. Click Done to exit. Sample Congratulations screen OmniPass asks if you would like to log on the new user. Click Yes to continue. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility...
Page 172: Replacing Your Passwords
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility Sample Log on New User screen Replacing your passwords OmniPass Authentication Toolbar When OmniPass is enabled, the Authentication Toolbar appears at each login for the functions that you selected in the Set Authentication Rules screen.
Page 173: Remembering Passwords
Remember Password procedure. Once this is done, all you need to do to access the resource is to pass the authentication in effect for that resource; you no longer need to remember and enter the login information. This is of great benefit when Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility...
Page 174 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility OmniPass is used to remember the login credentials for many different resources. To use the Remember Password procedure to cause OmniPass to remember the login credentials for a resource: Bring up the application, or direct your web browser to access the Web site.
Page 175: Authentication Settings
If this is selected, each time you navigate to this site, OmniPass asks you to authenticate yourself using either the master password or your fingerprint. Once you are successfully authenticated, OmniPass will automatically login to the site. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility “Authentication “Sample Friendly Name screen” on settings” below.
Page 176: Password Management
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility Automatically enter this password protected site when it is activated. Do not prompt for authentication. This option is less secure than the previous one. If this is selected, each time you navigate to this site, OmniPass logs you into the site without prompting for authentication.
Page 177: Omnipass User Identities
To create and manage identities: ❖ Double-click the OmniPass key in the system tray. ❖ Click Vault Management. ❖ OmniPass will prompt you to authenticate. Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility...
Page 178 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility ❖ Once you gain access to Vault Management, click Manage Identities under Vault Settings (as shown above). Only the identities of the currently logged in OmniPass user can be managed. To add a new identity: ❖...
Page 179 Sample Choose Identity During Login Switching user identity To switch identities at any time: ❖ Right-click the OmniPass system tray icon. ❖ Click Switch User Identity in the menu as shown below. Sample Switch User Identity screen Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility...
Page 180: Identities And Password Management
Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility ❖ The Switch Identity dialog appears. Select the desired identity, then click OK. Sample Select Identity screen Identities and password management The Manage Passwords interface (see management” on page box labeled Identity. This field lets you choose the identity whose passwords you wish to manage.
Page 181: Care And Maintenance Of Your Fingerprint Sensor
Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate. ❖ Soaked or swollen finger (e.g. after taking bath) ❖ Injured finger Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility...
Page 182 Toshiba Utilities Fingerprint recognition utility ❖ Wet finger ❖ Soiled or oily finger ❖ Extremely dry skin condition on finger Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate. ❖ Enroll two or more fingers. ❖ Enroll additional fingers if recognition failure occurs often using enrolled fingers.
Page 183: Fingerprint Sensor Limitations
Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility.
Page 184: Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba’s support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding.
Page 185 Click the Applications tab. If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding” appear beside its name in the list. Select the program you want to close, then click End Task. Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working.
Page 186: Problems When You Turn On The Computer
If Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer To record the details: Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays. The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem. Press Ctrl clipboard.
Page 187 Problems when you turn on the computer The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens. Verify that the active program accepts text input. Try clicking your mouse on an area where you can type text, and try typing again.
Page 188: The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working If you are running on battery power, it is recommended that you do not leave the computer in Standby mode for long periods of time. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours.
Page 189: Using Startup Options To Fix Problems
The Windows® operating system is not working Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu.
Page 190: Internet Problems
If Something Goes Wrong The Windows® operating system is not working Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet. They include: modem speed, telephone line conditions, time of day (when everyone else is surfing, your access can be slow) and popularity of the sites you are trying to access.
Page 191: Resolving A Hardware Conflict
The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict pcsupport.toshiba.com Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem...
Page 192: Resolving Hardware Conflicts On Your Own
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on your own Computer components need resources to accomplish a task. A device, such as a disk drive or a modem, needs a channel to the computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU). It also needs a direct channel to the computer’s memory to store information as it works.
Page 193: Fixing A Problem With Device Manager
If you install an older (legacy) device that the operating system cannot recognize, the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it. As a result, a hardware conflict can occur. Resolving conflicts There are several things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖...
Page 194 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Disabling a device Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Administrative Tools, Computer Management, and then Device Manager. Select the specific device from the device category. To expand a device category, double-click the category. In the toolbar, look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front.
Page 195: Memory Problems
❖ The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, optional external DVD-ROM, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions. This tab does not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device.
Page 196: Power And The Batteries
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Check for the error again. If the error recurs, remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again. If removing the memory module eliminates the error, the memory module may be faulty. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is not caused by the memory module.
Page 197 This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information that shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 111.
Page 198: Keyboard Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information. For more information on maximizing battery power see “Charging the main battery” on page Keyboard problems If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself.
Page 199: Display Problems
Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing password, press any key, type the password and press no password is registered, press any key.
Page 200 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The screen does not look right. You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button, then clicking Properties. This opens the Display Properties dialog box.
Page 201: Disk Drive Problems
The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work. Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, and not simultaneous mode.
Page 202 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To run Error-checking: Click Start, then click My Computer. Right-click the drive you want to check. The drive’s Properties box appears. This feature is not available for CD/DVD drives. NOTE Click the Tools tab. Click the Check now button.
Page 203 Some programs run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs. A diskette will not go into the optional external diskette drive.
Page 204: Dvd-Rom Or Multi-Function Drive Problems
If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. Make sure the tray which holds the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM is closed properly. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the tray and remove the disc.
Page 205: Sound System Problems
Some discs run correctly but others do not. Check the type of disc you are using. The DVD-ROM drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVD- ROM, DVD-R (read-only), plus CD-ROM, CD-R (read- only), and CD-RW (read-only). If the problem is with a data CD or DVD, refer to the software’s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program’s needs.
Page 206 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards. “Resolving a hardware conflict” on page 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 207 Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work. Check the PC Card status: Click Start. Click My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties.
Page 208 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 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 209: Printer Problems
Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems: The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Check that the printer has plenty of paper. Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray.
Page 210: Modem Problems
The other system may be busy or off line. Try making a test transmission to someone else. For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba web site at 124. pcsupport.toshiba.com...
Page 211: Wireless Device Problems
To determine if your computer has an internal Wi-Fi adapter, NOTE check the device list in Device Manager (part of the Windows Control Panel). Some Toshiba models may have a Wi-Fi antenna switch even though they do not have an internal Wi-Fi adapter.
Page 212 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict ❖ Check Control Panel's Device Manager to verify that the Wi-Fi adapter is recognized by Windows driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages— these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time.
Page 213 ❖ Use the PING command to verify a connection to the gateway at 192.168.1.1 (a default gateway for most wireless routers). ❖ Click Start, then click Run... ❖ Enter Cmd and press Enter. ❖ Enter PING 192.168.1.1 at the command prompt, and press Enter.
Page 214: Dvd Operating Problems
If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems ❖ Windows XP will now try to establish a wireless connection. The Windows XP wireless management facility does not work. If you are using an external Wi-Fi adapter (a PC Card, USB adapter, or other variety), check if the adapter comes with its own management utility.
Page 215 “Checking device properties” on page 194 instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVD- ROM properties. Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD-ROM drives and their operation. A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
Page 216 If Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted. Having Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion. To disable Stretch, follow the instructions below: Right-click the Desktop, select Properties.
Page 217: Develop Good Computing Habits
Develop good computing habits Make sure you are prepared. Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock, forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes. Many software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature.
Page 218: Data And System Configuration Backup In Windows Xp
If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self- help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals. Data and system configuration backup in Windows XP Windows XP offers some easy-to-use features for backing up your Windows settings and your data –...
Page 219 In the Restore point description field, enter a name that is descriptive enough to be easily understand in the future, such as “Before installing Brand X Accounting app”. Then click Create. Windows creates the Restore Point and automatically stamps it with the current date and time. Then, at a later time, you can re-establish your Windows configuration using the saved Restore Point.
Page 220 CDs, a relatively high-capacity storage media. No additional software is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or ‘burn’) as well as read from CDs.
Page 221 NOTE Documents and other data files that you create as you work are typically stored in the My Documents folder. You may also wish to back up other important data files stored elsewhere on your hard disk drive, for example: ❖...
Page 222 If Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Favorites (bookmarks) for Internet Explorer and other Web browsers Follow these steps to back up your Favorites for Internet Explorer (ver 5.0 or newer): In Internet Explorer, click File, Import and Export. The Import/Export Wizard will appear.
Page 223 General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few tips to help insure safe and easy installation of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard drives, DVD writers, scanners, etc.) and software (applications like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, or utility software such as special toolbars for your web browser).
Page 224: If You Need Further Assistance
Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Try the following before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation.
Page 225: Contacting Toshiba
GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left. You can also 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 226: Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
If Something Goes Wrong Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites toshiba.com...
Page 227 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 228: 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 229: 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 “Mobile Computing” on page Hot Keys Instant password security 104.
Page 230: Standby Mode
Hot Keys Standby mode Standby mode This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode. A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode. This message box can be set so it does not display. Sample Standby confirmation box For more information about Standby mode, please see “Using Standby”...
Page 231: 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 232: Display Brightness
This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off. This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-out. For more information, see Utility” on page This hot key turns the Zooming utility to zoom-in. For more information, see Utility” on page “TOSHIBA Zooming 160. “TOSHIBA Zooming 160.
Page 233: 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 234: 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 235: Getting Started
Programs, TOSHIBA, Networking, and then ConfigFree. ❖ Double-click the ConfigFree icon ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. 248. ® ® Windows XP or 2000) Click Start, All Getting Started 245.
Page 236: Configfree Utilities
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started ❖ Click the ConfigFree icon click the desired utility. If your computer is not connected to a network, the ConfigFree NOTE icon on the taskbar is displayed with an “X.” When you start a search for wireless devices, ConfigFree Launcher displays on your computer desktop.
Page 237: Configfree Utilities
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Sample ConfigFree Launcher Auto-hide mode setting Sample ConfigFree Launcher coming back into view ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network-connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer.
Page 238 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices: ❖ Wired and wireless network devices ❖ Routers, hubs, and bridges ❖ Access points The Connectivity Doctor displays the following information: ❖ WEP (Used, not Used) ❖...
Page 239 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample viewing device information If a problem or potential problem is detected, in most cases, a screen automatically displays showing you the possible cause and solution for the problem. A triangle containing an exclamation point also appears on the Connectivity Doctor screen and an orange frame describes the relevant location.
Page 240: Search For Wireless Devices
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the Connectivity Doctor screen: Stay on the task tray Options About Help Close Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless...
Page 241 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer For Wi-Fi networks, the intensity of a signal is displayed in five levels or “bands.” The signal from the connected access point is displayed in the bands surrounding the PC icon at the center of the map. The closer to the center, the stronger the connection.
Page 242 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Creating a new wireless connection This feature is only supported on systems running Windows NOTE XP SP2. To add a new wireless connection to an Access Point: Open the Search for Wireless Devices option from ConfigFree Launcher.
Page 243 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Enter the SSID/WEP information and connect to the device. After the Access Point is set up and added to the connection NOTE list, the system displays the Connection screen rather than the Wireless settings screen.
Page 244 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Transferring files using Bluetooth There are several ways to use Bluetooth to send files to other devices. To select the device using the Bluetooth radar screen: ❖ Open the Bluetooth radar screen, and drag and drop the file directly onto the icon for that Bluetooth device.
Page 245: Profile Settings
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Sample selecting Send to Bluetooth Devices option Choose a file recipient. Click Send. During a file transfer, connecting and disconnecting to the NOTE selected device will occur automatically. Disconnecting from a Bluetooth To disconnect from a Bluetooth device: Place the cursor on top of the connected line.
Page 246 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities office and at home can set up profiles to handle these networking environments. A profile contains the currently configured network settings on the computer, as well as information about any network devices. The following settings can be saved (or “captured”) in a profile: ❖...
Page 247 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Click the icon at the bottom of the screen to display more capture options. Under Captured Items, select the items you want to capture for this profile. If connecting with a wireless network, select the desired Auto Switch Settings.
Page 248: Configfree Summit
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample expanded Add Profile screen The online help provides real-world examples of setting up NOTE profiles for different networking environments. After you set up one or more profiles, you can check their settings and fine-tune them as necessary.
Page 249 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer The SUMMIT utility uses the following types of connections: ❖ Wireless LAN via Access Point ❖ Wireless LAN via Ad-Hoc ❖ LAN (same subnet) ❖ ® Bluetooth PAN/LAP ❖ Cross cable (Ethernet or Gbit Ethernet)
Page 250 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Sample of users attending SUMMIT meeting (user icons appear on SUMMIT table) Files can be shared with one user or all users attending the meeting. ❖ To share a file with one user, drag and drop the file on the user’s icon.
Page 251 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ❖ To share a file with all users, drag the file to the center of the SUMMIT table where users can access it as desired. If you are the Host of the summit, and drag a file to the center...
Page 252 Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Click SUMMIT. Other users appear on the SUMMIT main window. SUMMIT can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher. NOTE Select the appropriate users and invite them to the SUMMIT meeting. As users join the SUMMIT, their icons appear on the SUMMIT table.
Page 253: Quick Connect
(DPJ), then click Connect. Launching Quick Connect prevents you from using the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc. If you are connected to an access point, the connection is broken and re- established later.
Page 254 Click OK. The default connection setting is for Ad hoc mode, therefore, if NOTE the setting on the Toshiba Wireless Projector is in Infrastructure mode, it will not connect, however; you can change the settings to Infrastructure mode to match the settings on the projector.
Page 255 If you close ConfigFree. Direct Link Toshiba Device When Access Point is not available, use the Direct Link Toshiba Device feature to connect your computer in ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) mode and use the Summit feature. To use this feature: Display the ConfigFree menu.
Page 256: Using The Automatic Switch
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Using the Automatic Switch Using the Automatic Switch The Automatic Switch feature allows the computer to automatically switch profiles the next time it is powered on. This feature is particularly useful if you want your computer to automatically switch from the network configuration you use in your office to the one you use at home.
Page 257: Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer Semi-Automatic Switch Feature The Semi-Automatic feature alerts you when the computer connects to a Service Set Identifier (SSID) stored in a profile, When the computer connects to the designated SSID, a notification window appears. You can then click this window to connect using the settings specified in the profile.
Page 258: 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 259 direct current direct memory access DIMM dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch DSTN dual supertwist nematic digital versatile (or video) disc DVD-ROM digital versatile (or video) disc read-only memory enhanced capabilities port EPROM erasable programmable read-only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission gigabyte...
Page 260 Glossary SCSI DDRAM SRAM SVGA Terms These terms may appear in this user’s guide. active-matrix display — A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as a “TFT display,” in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor (TFT) for each cell.
Page 261 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 262 Glossary byte — A sequence of eight bits. A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data. See also bit, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte. cache — A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access. Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer’s main memory.
Page 263 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 264 Glossary disk — A round, flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form, and used in the production of magnetic disks, such as diskettes and hard disks. Compare disc. See also diskette, hard disk. disk drive —...
Page 265 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 266 — 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 267 high-density diskette — A 3.5-inch diskette that holds 1.44 MB of data. See also diskette. hot key — (1) A feature in which certain keys in combination with the key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode.
Page 268 Glossary liquid crystal display (LCD) — A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it.
Page 269 multi-function drive—A DVD drive that can read and write to CD and DVD media. multimedia — A combination of two or more media, such as sound, animation, and video in a computer program or presentation. Musical Instrument Digital Interface — See MIDI. network —...
Page 270 Glossary peripheral — Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer’s CPU. pixel — Short for “picture element.” The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer. Plug and Play —...
Page 271 resolution — A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically.
Page 272 Glossary system disk — A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer. Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk. A system disk is also called a “bootable disk” or a “startup disk.” Compare non-system disk. system prompt —...
Page 273: Index
Index Numerics 101-key keyboard 80 AC adapter 42 AC power cord/cable connectors Accessibility 162 accessories memory 48 optional writable optical media drive 54 Accupoint II pointing device 64 Acoustic Silencer 161 Adding external devices 41 adding memory 49 adjusting recording quality 134 Alt keys 81 applications installing 63...
Page 274 Index See also Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 48 start 122 buttons CD Player 95 CD Player control panel 95 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer channels DMA 192 IRQ 192 character keys 80 charging main battery 107 charging the battery 45...
Page 275 display output settings 70 display panel closing 65 display, external adjusting 71 disposal information 20 disposing of used batteries 116 DMA (Direct Memory Access) 192 drivers installing 63 DVD player general problems 214 DVD-ROM drive opening 93 problems 204 troubleshooting 204 DVD-ROM/multi-function drive problems 204 energy saving features 104...
Page 276 Index Windows XP 190 Hibernation enabling 150 Hibernation mode 99 configuring 99 starting again from 100 Hibernation mode hot key 230 hot key Display brightness 232 display modes 231 Hibernation mode 230 Instant password security 229 instant password security 229 keyboard overlays 232 power usage mode 118 Power usage profile 229...
Page 277 troubleshooting 198 using 80 Windows special keys 82 LCD power-saver 66 libretto DVD Dock 67 memory adding 48 expansion slots 49 problem solving 195 removing expansion slot cover memory cards Secure Digital 138 memory module inserting 51 installation 49 removing 53 microphone 133 modem determining COM port 124...
Page 278 194 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 207 computer will not power up 186 contacting Toshiba 224 corrupted/damaged data files Device Manager 193 disk drive is slow 202 display is blank 199 external display not working...
Page 279 system resources 192 trouble prevention 217 URL address not found 190 warning resume failure 187 Windows will not start 187 Windows XP not working 188 program, starting 84 programs not running correctly 203 projector 69 connecting 69 protection of stored data 2 Quick Launch Utility 149 recharging main battery 107...
Page 280 Hard Drive Recovery partition Hard Drive Recovery Utilities user password, disabling 156 user passwords setting 155 using a file extension 89 using the Toshiba Dual Pointing De- vice 64 utilities Toshiba Power Saver Utility video projector adjusting display 71 volume mute hot key 228...

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Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

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