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Toshiba L20/L25 User Manual (256 pages)
Toshiba User's Guide Notebook Computer L20/L25
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.17 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
14
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
28
Introduction
35
This Guide
36
Safety Icons
37
Other Icons Used
38
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
39
Chapter 1: Getting Started
40
Selecting a Place to Work
40
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
40
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
41
Precautions
41
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
44
Setting up Your Computer
44
Setting up Your Software
45
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
46
Setting up Other Devices
47
Connecting to a Power Source
47
Charging the Main Battery
50
Using the Computer for the First Time
52
Opening the Display Panel
52
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
53
Turning on the Power
53
Adding Memory (Optional)
54
Installing a Memory Module
55
Removing a Memory Module
60
Using the Touchpad
62
Scrolling with the Touchpad
63
Control Buttons
63
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
63
Turning off the Computer
65
Closing the Display Panel
66
Using Optional External Display Devices
66
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
67
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
68
Using an External Keyboard
68
Using a Mouse
68
Connecting a Printer
69
Setting up a Printer
70
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
71
Caring for Your Computer
71
Cleaning the Computer
72
Moving the Computer
72
Using a Computer Lock
72
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
74
Computing Tips
74
Using the Keyboard
76
Character Keys
76
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
76
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
77
Function Keys
77
Windows Special Keys
78
Overlay Keys
78
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
79
Starting a Program
80
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
80
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
81
Starting a Program from the Run Dialog Box
82
Saving Your Work
83
File Names
84
Printing Your Work
85
Backing up Your Work
86
Restoring Your Work
87
Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
87
Drive Components and Control Buttons
88
DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Components
88
CD/DVD Control Buttons
90
Inserting a Compact Disc
90
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
92
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
92
Playing an Audio CD
93
Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
94
Creating a CD
94
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
95
Powering down the Computer
96
Using the Turn off Computer or Shut down Command
96
Shutting down more Quickly
97
Using Hibernation Mode
98
Using Hibernation
100
Using Standby Mode
101
Toshiba's Online Resources
105
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
106
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
106
Running the Computer on Battery Power
107
Battery Notice
107
Power Management
108
Using Additional Batteries
109
Charging Batteries
109
Charging the Main Battery
109
Charging the RTC Battery
111
Monitoring Main Battery Power
112
Determining Remaining Battery Power
113
What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
115
Setting Battery Alarms
115
Conserving Battery Power
116
Power Profiles
117
Changing the Main Battery
118
Removing the Battery from the Computer
118
Inserting a Charged Battery
119
Taking Care of Your Battery
120
Safety Precautions
120
Maximizing Battery Life
121
Disposing of Used Batteries
122
Traveling Tips
124
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
125
Exploring the Desktop
125
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
126
Start Button
127
Setting up for Communications
128
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
130
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
131
An Overview of Using the Internet
133
The Internet
134
The World Wide Web
134
Internet Service Providers
134
Connecting to the Internet
135
Surfing the Internet
135
Internet Features
136
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
137
Exploring Audio Features
137
Recording Sounds
137
Using External Speakers or Headphones
139
Inserting and Removing PC Cards
140
Inserting a PC Card
140
Using PC Cards
141
Hot Swapping
141
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
142
TOSHIBA Assist
143
Customizing Your Computer
144
Network
144
Security
144
Mouse Utility
144
Hotkey Utility
144
TOSHIBA HW Setup
145
Setting User Passwords
146
Using an Instant Password
147
Setting a User Password
148
Disabling a User Password
148
Using a Supervisor Password
149
Setting a Supervisor Password
149
Deleting a Supervisor Password
150
Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
150
Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility
151
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
156
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
156
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
158
The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
160
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
161
Internet Problems
162
The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
162
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
163
A Plan of Action
164
Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
164
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
166
Memory Problems
168
Power and the Batteries
168
Keyboard Problems
171
Display Problems
172
Disk Drive Problems
174
DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
176
Sound System Problems
178
PC Card Problems
178
Printer Problems
181
Modem Problems
182
Wireless Networking Problems
183
DVD Operating Problems
186
Develop Good Computing Habits
189
Your Hard Disk
190
Data and System Configuration Backup in Windows XP
191
If You Need Further Assistance
197
Before You Contact Toshiba
197
Contacting Toshiba
198
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
199
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
199
Appendix A: Hot Keys
201
Volume Mute
201
Password Security
201
Without a Password
202
With a Password
202
Maintaining Security When the Battery Is Not Fully Charged
203
Standby Mode
204
Hibernation Mode
205
Display Modes
206
Display Brightness
206
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
207
Zooming Applications In/Out
207
Keyboard Hot Keys
208
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
209
Computer
210
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer
210
Getting Started
211
Starting Configfree
211
Configfree Utilities
213
Connectivity Doctor
213
Search for Wireless Devices
216
Profile Settings
221
Configfree SUMMIT
225
Quick Connect
229
Using the Automatic Switch
232
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
232
Glossary
234
Index
249
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