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Toshiba Satellite L10-186 User Manual

Toshiba Satellite L10-186 User Manual (225 pages)

L15-S1041 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.61 MB

Table of Contents

Fcc Requirements
4
Introduction
35
Safety Icons
36
- Other Icons Used
  37
This Guide
36
Other Documentation
37
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started

39
- Selecting a Place to Work
  39
- Setting up Your Computer
  47
  - Setting up Your Software
    48
- Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
  49
  - Setting up Other Devices
    49
- Connecting to a Power Source
  49
- Charging the Main Battery
  52
- Using the Computer for the First Time
  53
- Adding Memory
  56
  - Installing a Memory Module
    56
  - Removing a Memory Module
    60
- Using the Touchpad
  62
- Turning off the Computer
  65
  - Closing the Display Panel
    66
- Using 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 Local Printer
  69
- Setting up Your Printer
  70
- Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
  73
- Caring for Your Computer
  73
  - Cleaning the Computer
    74
  - Moving the Computer
    74
  - Using a Computer Lock
    74
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

76
- Computing Tips
  76
- Using the Keyboard
  78
  - Character Keys
    78
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    79
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    79
  - Function Keys
    79
  - Windows Special Keys
    80
  - Overlay Keys
    80
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    81
- Starting a Program
  82
- Saving Your Work
  85
  - File Names
    86
- Printing Your Work
  87
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  88
- Using PC Cards
  94
  - Hot Swapping
    94
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  95
- Backing up Your Work
  95
  - Restoring Your Work
    96
- Powering down the Computer
  96
  - Using the Turn off Computer or Shut down Command
    97
  - Shutting down more Quickly
    98
  - Using Hibernation Mode
    99
  - Using Hibernation
    101
  - Using Standby Mode
    102
  - Using Standby
    103
- 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
- Charging the Batteries
  108
  - Charging the Main Battery
    109
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    110
- Monitoring Main Battery Power
  111
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    111
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    112
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    113
  - Conserving Battery Power
    114
  - Power Profiles
    114
- Changing Batteries
  115
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  117
  - Safety Precautions
    117
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    118
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  119
- Conserving Power
  120
- Additional Options for Power
  120
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

121
- Exploring the Desktop
  121
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    122
- Setting up for Communications
  124
  - Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
    126
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    127
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  129
  - The Internet
    130
  - The World Wide Web
    130
  - Internet Service Providers
    130
  - Connecting to the Internet
    131
  - Surfing the Internet
    131
  - Internet Features
    132
  - Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
    133
- Exploring Audio Features
  133
  - Playing an Audio CD
    133
  - Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
    134
  - Creating a CD
    135
  - Recording Sounds
    135
  - Using a Microphone
    136
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    137
- Inserting and Removing PC Cards
  138
  - Inserting a PC Card
    138
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

139
- TOSHIBA Console
  140
  - Customizing Your Computer
    141
  - Network
    141
  - Security
    141
  - Mouse Utility
    141
  - Hotkey Utility
    141
  - TOSHIBA HW Setup
    142
- Setting User Passwords
  143
  - Using an Instant Password
    144
  - Setting a User Password
    145
  - Disabling a User Password
    145
- Using a Supervisor Password
  146
  - Setting a Supervisor Password
    146
  - Deleting a Supervisor Password
    147
- Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  147
- Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility
  148
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

153
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  153
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  155
  - External Diskette Drive
    156
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  157
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  160
  - A Plan of Action
    160
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    160
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    162
  - Memory Problems
    164
  - Power and the Batteries
    164
  - Keyboard Problems
    166
  - Display Problems
    167
  - Disk Drive Problems
    169
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    171
  - Sound System Problems
    173
  - PC Card Problems
    173
  - Printer Problems
    176
  - Modem Problems
    177
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  178
- If You Need Further Assistance
  179
  - Before You Call
    179
  - Contacting Toshiba
    180
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  181
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  181
Appendix A: Hot Keys

183
- Volume Mute
  183
- Instant Password Security
  184
- Stand by Mode
  184
- Hibernation Mode
  185
- Display Modes
  186
- Display Brightness
  187
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  187
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  188
- Zooming Applications In/Out
  188
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

189
- Toshiba Computer
  190
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

190
- Getting Started
  191
  - Starting Configfree
    191
- Configfree Utilities
  192
  - Connectivity Doctor
    192
  - Search for Wireless Devices
    195
  - Profile Settings
    196
  - Quick Connect
    198
- Using the Automatic Switch
  201
- Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
  202
- Glossary
  203
- Index
  218

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