Toshiba PQF10U-00K00H, User Manual

Page 1: ...r sGuide If you need assistance 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 If Something Goes Wrong on page 254 in this guide ...

Page 2: ...TED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF Protection of Stored Data For your important data please make periodic back up copies of all the data stored on the...

Page 3: ...talled and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interferen...

Page 4: ... number REN for this equipment If requested the information must be provided to the telephone company The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA It is designed to be connect...

Page 5: ...t to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary 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 If the equi...

Page 6: ... it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also beinstalledusing an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier An...

Page 7: ...onWirelessLANs RevisionA B G asdefined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wire...

Page 8: ...equipment on board of airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment...

Page 9: ... utilize a l interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal Si le matriel ou son antenne d emission est installe a l exterieur il doit faire l objet d une licence This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 G...

Page 10: ...et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999 5 CE qui lui sont applicables Swedish Härmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company att denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999 5 EG Danish Undertegnede TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company erklærer herved at følgende udstyr Radio L...

Page 11: ...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 The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjun...

Page 12: ...ference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this Equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 ...

Page 13: ...cation systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio...

Page 14: ...e is in your computer Approved Countries Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB 43 44 Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table This device works on passive scan only A peer to peer mode is not available in 802 11a and Turbo Mode ...

Page 15: ...our les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter I IBPT Deutschland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor Bereich notwendig aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen France Restricted frequency band only channels 1 to 7 2400 MHz and 2454 MHz respectively may be used outdoors in France ...

Page 16: ...lt the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Canada USA European Community Countries 5150 5250 MHz Chan...

Page 17: ...ss Point s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device s are properly configured for European Community operation Approved Countries Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter This equipment is appro...

Page 18: ...countries regions in the following table Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA Canada USA Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Mexico Netherlands New Ze...

Page 19: ...ble 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 Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special interest Group Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Ge...

Page 20: ...in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experie...

Page 21: ...quipment Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country region where the product is sold In addition the product complies with the following European Union EU and EFTA This equipment complies with the R TTE directive 1999 5 EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Indust...

Page 22: ...d from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In order to comply with FCC radio frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna distance of 20 cm Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the docum...

Page 23: ...f mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product Article 14 Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the o...

Page 24: ...3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment EYXF2CS TELECOM EN...

Page 25: ...ains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the user s guide carefully and keep it foryour futurereference In case ofany trouble with this model please contactyour nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than...

Page 26: ...S NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES WHETHER BASED ON TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFO...

Page 27: ...s a trademark of Fuji MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Computer disposal information This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local governm...

Page 28: ...g a place to work 42 Creating a computer friendly environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Other precautions 46 Important information on your computer s cooling fan 48 Setting up your computer 49 Setting up your software 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 51 Adding external devices 51 Connecting to a power source 52 Charging the main battery 55 ...

Page 29: ... mouse 68 Connecting a local printer 69 Setting up your printer 70 Connecting an optional external diskette drive 73 Connecting external display devices 74 Connecting the display device 75 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 78 Adjusting the quality of the external display 79 Connecting External AV Input Devices 79 Turning off the computer 81 Caring for your computer 82 Clea...

Page 30: ...he DVD ROM or multi function drive 98 Drive components and control buttons 99 DVD ROM drive components 99 Media control buttons 100 Inserting a disc 101 Playing an audio CD 103 Playing CDs using Auto Run 105 Creating a CD or DVD 105 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD 106 Playing a DVD 106 Configuring your computer s Component port to display on a digital TV 106 Removing a disc with the computer o...

Page 31: ...tery power 127 Power profiles in Windows XP 128 Using a hot key to set the power profile 128 Changing the main battery 129 Removing the battery from the computer 130 Inserting the battery into the computer 131 Taking care of your battery 133 Safety precautions 133 Maximizing battery life 134 Disposing of used batteries 135 Traveling tips 136 Chapter 4 Exploring Your Options 137 Exploring the deskt...

Page 32: ...ard 155 Removing a PC Card 156 Setting up a PC Card for your computer 156 Using the Bridge Media slot 157 Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 157 Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 158 Inserting an SD Card 158 Removing an SD Card 159 Inserting an xD Picture Card 159 Removing an xD Picture Card 160 Using QosmioPlayer 160 Using the Media Control Buttons 161 Playing an audio...

Page 33: ...r 188 Remote Control For Media Center 190 Watching Television Programs 196 Selecting a Program from the TV Guide 198 Watching a Recorded TV Program 199 Changing a scheduled recording 200 Searching for a TV Program to Watch 201 Recording TV 202 Recording TV tips 203 Recording from the Guide 204 Recording from Search 205 Recording Manually 205 Changing Your Settings 206 Changing recording priorities...

Page 34: ...ying a Video in Full Screen Mode 221 Sorting Videos 221 Watching a DVD 222 Stopping a DVD Movie 223 Playing a DVD movie already in your drive 223 Changing the Media Center Settings 224 More Programs 233 Online Spotlight 234 Getting Help for Media Center 235 Chapter 6 Toshiba Utilities 236 Fn esse 237 Starting Fn esse 237 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 239 Viewing existing key...

Page 35: ...em is not working 257 Using Startup options to fix problems 258 Internet problems 259 The Windows XP operating system can help you 259 Resolving a hardware conflict 260 A plan of action 261 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own 261 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 262 Memory problems 264 Power and the batteries 265 Keyboard problems 266 Display problems 267 Disk drive problems 269 DVD ROM o...

Page 36: ... 287 Enabling a wireless device 288 Display brightness 288 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 289 Keyboard hot keys 289 Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors 290 Appendix C Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 291 Getting Started 292 Starting ConfigFree 292 ConfigFree Utilities 293 Connectivity Doctor 293 Search for Wireless Devices 296 Profile Settings 298 Quick Connect 300 Using the Auto...

Page 37: ...pany you wherever you go Qosmio F15 Series computers provide considerable computing power enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location You will find your operating system Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition MCE already installed on your computer Your operating system offers exciting features multimedia enjoyment and easy Internet access ...

Page 38: ...ces system component options availability are all subject to change without notice For the most up to date product information about your computer or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options visit Toshiba s Web site at pcsupport toshiba com This guide This guide introduces the computer s features You can Read the entire guide from beginning to end Skim through and sto...

Page 39: ...f the risk and the icons highlight these instructions as follows Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Indicates a potentiall...

Page 40: ...cates the definition of a term used in the text Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation This electronic user s guide Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer or that are available for installation on your Recovery media If applicable to your system For accessory information visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com The Microso...

Page 41: ...ograms to complement its limited warranty 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 254 ...

Page 42: ...designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations This section provides guidelines for setting up your computing environment Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to give adequate ventilation otherw...

Page 43: ...t from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on contact your network administrator If your computer still does not operate refer to If you need further assistance on page 279 for additional technical assistance Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as ...

Page 44: ...omfortable height and distance You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching If you use an external monitor the top of the screen should be no higher than eye level If you use a paper holder set it at the same height and distance as the screen Seating and posture When using your computer maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your...

Page 45: ...ck support cushions are available at many office supply stores Sit with your back straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Do not slump forward or lean back too far Lighting Proper lighting can improve the readability of the display and reduce eyestrain Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting doe...

Page 46: ...minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods Intersperse such activities with other tasks Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds Your LCD display has a brightness ap...

Page 47: ...tability in its operation Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction Avoid spilling liquids into the computer s keyboard If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard turn off the ...

Page 48: ...our 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 To prevent possible overheating of the CPU make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is not blocked The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum If the fan is blocked it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the c...

Page 49: ...e AC adapter See Connecting to a power source on page 52 Setting up your software The names of windows displayed and the order in which windows appear may vary according to your software setup choices The first time you turn on your computer the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software 1 From the welcome screen click Next to enter the Setup Wizard 2 Confirm acceptance of Micro...

Page 50: ...screen Checking your Internet connectivity Based on your computer s configuration different messages will display follow the prompts as they are displayed 5 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue To register online your computer must be connected to the Internet via a voice grade telephone line or a local area network LAN A window displays asking if you wish to register with Toshiba an...

Page 51: ...Toshiba Web site at www register toshiba com Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty Adding external devices Before adding external devices Toshiba recommends setting up your software See Setting up your software on page 49 Before starting to use your computer you may also want to Add more memory see Installing additional memo...

Page 52: ...rting and removing PC Cards on page 154 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 Sample power cord cable and AC adapter Hold the power cord cable by its plug when you connect disconnect it Do NOT pull the cord cable itself Doing so may damage t...

Page 53: ...n electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter To connect A...

Page 54: ... a live electrical outlet Damaged power cord cables can cause fire or electric shock Never modify forcibly bend place heavy objects on top of or apply heat to the power cord cable If the power cord cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats discontinue use There is a risk of electric shock Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands Doing so may cause an electric shock If the elect...

Page 55: ...takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on For more information on battery use see Running the computer on battery power on page 119 Once the battery is charged for the first time avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time Continuing to charge a fully charged batte...

Page 56: ...el Sample opening the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily Never lift or move the computer using the display panel Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision technology Any smal...

Page 57: ...ain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unless you have selected all those features Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that may come on your computer Sample system icons ...

Page 58: ... second An indicator light on the front of your computer lets you know the system indicator status when the display is closed When you turn on the computer for the first time do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely Sample turning on the power The preinstalled operating system loads automatically Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use NOTE ...

Page 59: ...s the TouchPad from left to right To move it to the left side slide your finger from right to left Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction Once you have positioned your cursor you can perform clicking functions by either double tapping the To...

Page 60: ...ary button twice in rapid succession The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button The function of the secondary right hand button depends on the program you are using It usually corresponds to the right mouse button Check your program s documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button Disabling or enabling the TouchPad The TouchPad is enabled by default To change the...

Page 61: ...e whichever is appropriate 6 Click Apply 7 Click OK The Mouse Properties window closes 8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window 9 Close the Control Panel window The Fn F9 shortcut can be used to disable or enable the TouchPad see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 289 NOTE ...

Page 62: ...ware or process large amounts of data Additional memory comes in various capacities 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 accessories toshiba com There are two memory slots Your system may have both slots occupied If you use the computer for a long time the memory modul...

Page 63: ...to Removing a memory module on page 66 for procedures 1 If the computer is on click Start then click Turn off computer See Using the Turn off command on page 110 for more information The Turn off computer window appears 2 Click Turn Off The operating system turns off the computer Make sure that the computer s power light is off before proceeding 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the comp...

Page 64: ... Changing the main battery on page 129 6 Using a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver unscrew the captive screw that secures the memory module slot cover then remove the memory module slot cover Sample removing the memory module slot cover 7 Place the memory module slot cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve it later Memory module slot cover ...

Page 65: ...old connector bar on the side you insert into the computer 8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging 9 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold connector bar faces the slot fit the memory module into the socket by matching the alignment notches 10 Gently press down on the memory module connector until the clips snap into place Do not force the memory module into p...

Page 66: ...t the computer has recognized the additional memory If you are adding extra memory after setting up the computer verify that the computer has recognized it correctly as described in Checking total memory on page 68 Removing a memory module 1 Complete steps 1 7 in Installing additional memory optional to shut down the computer and open the memory module cover Do not try to remove a memory module wi...

Page 67: ...up when you turn it on perform the following Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds then turn the power on again 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module The memory module pops partially out of the slot 3 Carefully remove the memory module from the slot Sample removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and fasten the screw 5 Turn the computer over and r...

Page 68: ...er remove the memory slot cover and make sure the memory module is seated properly as described in step 10 of Installing additional memory optional on page 62 Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full size keyboard you can attach one to your computer The computer s USB port supports any USB compatible keyboard Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer s built i...

Page 69: ...o not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer the printer may not function correctly Never connect the printer cable while the computer s power is on Doing so may damage the printer the computer or both Read the documentation that came with your printer Follow the manufacturer s instructions when connecting a local printer You must supply the proper printer cable If one did ...

Page 70: ...r printer Setting up a printer involves selecting a printer driver This special program acts as a translator that turns your document into a form the printer can understand If you are using any non Windows programs set up a printer driver for each of those programs Refer to your program s documentation for more information TECHNICAL NOTE If you have the manufacturer s disc that came with your prin...

Page 71: ...dd Printer Wizard appears Sample Add Printer Wizard dialog box 3 Click Next The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer TECHNICAL NOTE If your printer is Plug and Play the Windows XP operating system recognizes it automatically You can ignore the remainder of this section See your printer manual for more information ...

Page 72: ... according to the instructions in your printer s documentation and the port to which your printer is connected then click Next The wizard prompts you to select your printer 7 From the list of manufacturers and printers select your printer then click Next The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a friendly printer name 8 Enter a name for your printer HINT If you are using more than one printer m...

Page 73: ...ation process In this case the Windows XP operating system Add Printer Wizard will display an error message If this happens refer to your printer installation guide for further instructions Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations such as creating a password service diskette require a diskette drive designed for use with 3 5 inch diskettes Sample optional external USB diskett...

Page 74: ...ces to the video ports described below A plasma or digital television or VCR DVD player via the Component Video Out port A standard television projector or VCR DVD player via the S video Out port An external monitor or projector via the RGB monitor Out port Before connecting a television video projector monitor or other external display device configure your computer for the type of device you are...

Page 75: ...projector or VCR DVD player below If you are connecting an SVGA monitor skip to Connecting an external monitor or projector on page 78 Selecting video cables To connect a device to the S video port you will need to purchase an S video cable For the best video quality always use a properly shielded cable HINT Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet approximately 6 meters Using a poo...

Page 76: ... You cannot view digital TV on the display device if you are using it as a monitor To do this 1 Connect the digital television video cable to the Component Video Out port on the back of your computer 2 Connect the three RCA jacks on the other end of the cable to your digital television Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information 3 Turn on your computer 4 Set the display ...

Page 77: ...nal video device Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its Video In port 2 Connect the other end of the video cable to the S video Out port on the back of the computer 3 Turn on the external video device 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn F5 or by setting the Display Properties settings For more information see Directing the display output when you turn on the ...

Page 78: ...mmediately following section on directing the display output for more information Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you connect an external display device you can choose to use the internal display only the external device only or both simultaneously The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key Fn F5 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneo...

Page 79: ...from your television or other video display device you may need to adjust the video settings See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps TECHNICAL NOTE To use one of the simultaneous modes you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device The external display device must support a resolution of 640 X 480 or hi...

Page 80: ...n your computer Connecting to the S video In port You can connect an external input device such as a VCR DVD player or game console to the S video In port on the back of your computer Video cables are not included with your computer To connect a device to the S video In port you will need to purchase an S video cable To connect the device 1 Connect one end of the video cable to the external video ...

Page 81: ...it for a while If you are using the computer for the first time leave the computer plugged into a power source even though the computer is off to fully charge the main battery With the computer off it may take several hours to recharge the main battery When you power down the computer you have three options to choose from Turn Off Hibernate and Standby Each option has its advantages Use the Turn O...

Page 82: ...ng cleaning fluid out of the computer s keyboard speaker and other openings Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products Closing the display panel When...

Page 83: ...s are disconnected Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back where the ports are located Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration transport it in a carrying case for long trips You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer through the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories toshiba com Usin...

Page 84: ...part of a heavy object Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object 2 Pass the locking end through the loop 3 Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot on the computer then give the key a quarter turn and remove it The computer is now securely locked Sample locking the computer ...

Page 85: ...ou save it to the disk If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved See Saving your work on page 94 for further information HINT Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be activated This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset inter...

Page 86: ...u receive via diskette email or download from the Internet Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive motion injuries and eyestrain Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Before turning off the computer use the Turn off computer command or Standby ...

Page 87: ... lowercase letter l el and the number 1 are not interchangeable The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable Making your keyboard emulate a full size keyboard Although your computer s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full size keyboard it has fewer keys A standard full size keyboard has two Enter Ctrl and Alt keys editing keys cursor positioning keys and a numeric k...

Page 88: ...e enhanced keyboard Ctrl Fn and Alt keys Sample Ctrl Fn and Alt keys The Ctrl Fn and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using For more information see your program documentation Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard Sample function keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute pro...

Page 89: ...y Opens the Start menu Application key Has the same function as the secondary mouse button Overlay keys Sample numeric and cursor control overlay The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10 key keypad on a desktop computer s keyboard Application key Start key...

Page 90: ...use the cursor control keys To return to the numeric overlay release Shift To turn off the numeric keypad overlay hold down the Fn key and press F11 again The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Using the overlay for cursor control To turn the cursor control overlay on press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when t...

Page 91: ...o locate the program file Use the Run dialog box The next three sections explain how to start a program from the Start menu Explorer and the Run dialog box Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu follow these steps which use the Windows WordPad p...

Page 92: ...s file ends with exe This example opens WordPad using its file name wordpad exe 1 Click Start then point to All Programs 2 Click Accessories 3 Click Windows Explorer 4 Click My Computer to expand the window 5 In the left part of the window under the C icon click the folder containing the program in this case Program Files Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right...

Page 93: ...he program s location type the command line For a program in the Windows folder type just the program name Otherwise type the full file path For example to access WordPad type c Program Files WindowsNT Accessories Wordpad then click OK If you do not know the location click Browse In the Browse dialog box enter the file name for example wordpad exe and select the drive to search When the operating ...

Page 94: ...ting battery alarms on page 126 Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals such as every 15 minutes Check your programs documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature Saving files 1 On the File menu of your Windows program click Save If you are working with a document that already has a file name this is all you need to do If you created a new documen...

Page 95: ...ng system the file name must be no more than eight characters long Typically the file name also has an extension consisting of a period and up to three additional characters You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters _ and MS DOS file names are not case sensitive and must not contain spaces Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name...

Page 96: ... the first time you connect it If you use more than one printer or are changing printers you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer s To print a file 1 If your printer is not on turn it on now 2 Open the File menu of your Windows program and click Print The program displays a Print dialog box Sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters For example th...

Page 97: ...ive that contains the file you want to copy 4 Double click the folder that contains the file then click the file you want to copy HINT You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one file 5 Click File then click Send To and select the drive from the list Restoring your work To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk use the Restore page in the backup program Look in...

Page 98: ... set to play region 1 North America DVD ROMs If you play a DVD disc from another region the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region The drive will allow you to change regions four times On the fourth change the region will be locked in That is the drive will only play DVDs from the last region Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is co...

Page 99: ... Indicates when the drive is in use Eject button Press to release the disc tray Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in use indicator light is glowing Doing so could damage the disc or the drive Manual eject hole Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button locat...

Page 100: ...ttons above the computer keyboard The TV button launches Windows Media Center and activates the TV interface For more information see Watching Television Programs on page 196 The CD DVD button launches Windows Media Center and plays the CD or DVD if one is inserted into the drive For more information see Listening to Music on page 208 The Play pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause...

Page 101: ...creen brightness The Monitor In button is pressed to establish the connection with the external device The TV Out button directs the display to an external display device Inserting a disc Before playing an audio CD turn the volume down Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears To turn the volume down use the Volume Control switch or access the Volume Control program click S...

Page 102: ... Grasp the tray and pull it fully open 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the disc Grasp it by its center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could lose data If the disc is dusty clean it as described in Caring for CD or DVD Discs on page 109 4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with...

Page 103: ...If this happens contact your Toshiba support for assistance 6 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place You are ready to use the disc Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray If the computer is turned on Windows Media Player opens and the CD begins to play You can use the Windows Media Player program to control the CD If the...

Page 104: ... may not be able to activate Standby or Hibernation modes To prevent this from occurring close Windows Media Player before you select Standby or Hibernation mode Sample Windows Media Player screen The CD Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player To play the CD or to pause click the Play pause button on the CD Player control panel NOTE Play Rewind Stop Previous track Next...

Page 105: ...nu and select My Computer 2 Click the DVD ROM multi function drive icon The drive runs the CD If your disk does not run using this method try using an application that is associated with the media on the disk For example if it is a music CD open Windows Media Player and point it to play the CD For other types of media use the associated software to open the files on the disk Creating a CD or DVD Y...

Page 106: ... My Computer to view the contents of any CD or DVD Playing a DVD If your DVD title came with InterActual DVD Player installed on it Toshiba recommends that you cancel the installation and use the copy of Intervideo WinDVD that shipped with your computer to play this type of DVD title Configuringyourcomputer sComponentporttodisplayona digital TV Use the following steps to configure your Qosmio comp...

Page 107: ...u appears 10 Select TV format then select 525i 480i D1 11 Click Apply 12 When the message Your desktop has been reconfigured appears click Yes 13 Click OK The HDTV Overscan Configuration dialog box appears 14 Click OK 15 Click on the display 1b to send the display out to your TV 16 On the Display Settings dialog box click OK You may now select single display out to TV and the output is directed to...

Page 108: ...cover If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray wait for the disc to stop before removing it 4 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object such as a straightened paper clip into the manual eject button access hole Never use a pencil to press the manual eject b...

Page 109: ...center of the disc and wipe toward the outward edge not in a circle If necessary moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner not benzine or rubbing alcohol Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive Powering down the computer Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows operating system could cause you to lose your work Make sure the system indicator panel s di...

Page 110: ...nge your mind and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Using the Turn off command The following procedures describe how to turn off the computer when it is running the Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system If your computer is not connected to a domain server 1 Click Start select Turn off computer The Turn off computer dialog box ap...

Page 111: ...uickly You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power button To use either of these methods you first need to turn it on in Toshiba s Power Saver utility 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon 3 Click on the Setup Action tab 4 Select the following from the drop down lists When I press the power button Set this optio...

Page 112: ...s to green Using Hibernation Mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely but it first saves the current mode of the computer to the hard disk Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information the system settings are retained indefinitely Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than restoring it from memory When you start up again the compute...

Page 113: ...etrieved from the hard disk rather than from memory When starting up again the computer returns to the mode in which you left it including all open programs and files you were previously using Configuring your computer for Hibernation 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon 3 Click the Setup Action tab 4 Select Hibernation for...

Page 114: ...puter returns to the screen you were previously using If you place the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel Using Standby Mode Standby mode places the computer into a power saving mode Standby holds the current state of the computer in memory so that when you restart the computer you can continue working from where you left o...

Page 115: ...Windows dialog box If you hold down the Shift key Stand By becomes Hibernate in the Turn off computer dialog box To enter hibernation mode you must hold down the Shift key while you select Hibernate The computer saves the status of all open programs and files turns off the display and enters into a low power mode The on off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode Going into St...

Page 116: ... the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you close the display panel 5 Click Apply 6 Click OK For more information about the Power Saver utility see Power Saver on page 243 Starting again from Standby mode To restart the computer from Standby mode press the power button until the on of...

Page 117: ...ba 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 on page 280 ...

Page 118: ... is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features have been set by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods of time while traveling ...

Page 119: ...l for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see your accessories information that shipped with your computer or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at l...

Page 120: ...teriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen When playing DVDs using QosmioPlayer the computer must either be off or in Hibernation mode for QosmioPlayer to start If the computer is powered on or in Standby mode turn off the computer before trying to st...

Page 121: ...ut an AC power source you may want to carry additional charged batteries with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working Charging the batteries Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings and features used The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more...

Page 122: ... the battery to recharge The main battery light glows amber while the battery is being charged and glows green when it is fully charged The battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions The battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the ...

Page 123: ...g the computer If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is comple...

Page 124: ...fuse the battery light with the on off light When the on off light flashes amber it indicates that the system is suspended using Windows XP Standby command Determining remaining battery power Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and perform its calculations ...

Page 125: ... gradually decreases A frequently used older battery does not power the computer for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate o...

Page 126: ...he power again you can continue where you left off The computer stores the information on what you were doing until the battery runs out of power If you have Hibernation mode enabled the default the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down Setting battery alarms Your computer can be configured to warn you of a low battery charge condition so...

Page 127: ...l monitor How much you use the hard disk and other drives Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power such as a PC Card Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating time of your battery Enable Standby or Hibernation which saves power when you turn off the compute...

Page 128: ...crosoft power options and use the Toshiba Power Saver instead 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click on the Toshiba Power Saver icon 3 Select an appropriate profile for your work environment or create your own custom profile 4 For more information see Power Saver on page 243 Using a hot key to set the power profile You may use a hot key to set the power ...

Page 129: ...le see Power Saver on page 243 Changing the main battery When your battery power is running low you have two options connect the computer to an AC power source or install a charged battery When handling a battery be careful not to drop it or short circuit its terminals Also do not drop hit or otherwise impact the battery Do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack ...

Page 130: ...2 Turn off the computer 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer 4 Turn the computer over 5 If the battery lock is in the locked position slide it toward the unlocked position Sample sliding the battery lock to the unlocked position 6 Slide and hold down the battery release latch Sample sliding the battery release latch ...

Page 131: ...e discharged battery pack If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately following the advice in Disposing of used batteries on page 135 Inserting the battery into the computer Assuming you just removed the battery pack see Removing the battery from the computer on page 130 1 Place the battery pack in the battery compartment ...

Page 132: ...ry release lock to the unlocked position and try again Do not force the battery into position 2 Ensure the battery release latch clicks into place 3 Slide the battery release lock to the locked position 4 Turn the computer right side up 5 Reconnect the cables and turn on the computer The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity ...

Page 133: ...erse charging could damage it Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object Short circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer Do not incinerate a spent battery as this could cause it to explode and release toxic materials If a battery is leaking or damaged replace it immediately Use protective gloves when handlin...

Page 134: ...ter on battery power for five minutes If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the battery light flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet The DC IN or AC power light should glow green and the batte...

Page 135: ...e computer s main battery is a Lithium Ion Li Ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible it may be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a cha...

Page 136: ... get wet or covered in dust Always travel with the computer in a carrying case Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cables and compact discs Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information TECHNICAL NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipmen...

Page 137: ...an do in the Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system You use its features to start programs find documents set up system components and perform most other computing tasks HINT The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system ...

Page 138: ...r system tray and background pattern Sample Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system desktop Icons An icon represents a folder file or program that can be quickly activated by double clicking the icon You can create a new desktop icon for any folder file or program by dragging the element s icon from its location in a window to the desktop area Start button Taskbar Icons System tray ...

Page 139: ...nline Help Internet Explorer The Microsoft browser that provides access to the Internet If you place the cursor over an icon a popup description of the file contents appears Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your configuration See Windows XP online help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it Start button You use the Start button to Start programs Access Micros...

Page 140: ...t only shortcut icons but also your favorite Internet URL addresses DEFINITION URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator which is the address that defines the route to a file on the Web or any other Internet facility Generically it is known as the Web site address System tray The System tray displays icons of tasks or programs that run continuously in the background To learn more about each task pos...

Page 141: ...connecting to a LAN or WAN consult your network administrator Send a fax directly from your computer To connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across telephone lines with another computer you need A modem one comes with your computer A telephone line A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to use the Internet To stay ...

Page 142: ...k Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Phone and Modem Options The Phone and Modem Options Properties dialog box displays 4 Fill in the Local Information text boxes and click OK 5 Click the Modems tab Your modem should be listed next to one of the computer s COM ports 6 Make a note of the COM port number 7 To verify that the modem is set up properly select the modem you wish to check and then click...

Page 143: ... line Before you can communicate using the modem you need to connect it to a telephone line Your computer s built in modem port provides an RJ 11 jack allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice grade telephone line 1 Plug one end of a telephone cable purchased separately into the modem port on the back of the computer Sample connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the...

Page 144: ...unication ports Accessing a network To access a network At the office connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ 45 jack on your computer For specific information about connecting to the network consult your network administrator While you are at home or traveling you may need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network Setting up the connection To set up a...

Page 145: ...e the LAN port TECHNICAL NOTE You can also use ConfigFree to reconfigure Windows to disable the LAN port For procedures see Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer on page 291 To disable the LAN port 1 Click Start click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the System icon then click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button 3 Select the appropriate network ada...

Page 146: ...t the need for cables For information on how to set up a wireless connection refer to your wireless networking device documentation or your network administrator To use your wireless communication flip the wireless antenna on off switch to the On position Using the Wi Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI module Your computer may have an integrated Wi Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI module It is recommended that you ...

Page 147: ...ey refer to Enabling a wireless device on page 288 for more information To use Bluetooth for your wireless communication follow these steps 1 Move the wireless antenna on off switch to the On position The antenna is enabled 2 While holding down the Function Key Fn press F8 until the Bluetooth icon is highlighted 3 Release the keys Bluetooth is now enabled An overview of using the Internet The foll...

Page 148: ...d Hypertext Transfer Protocol HTTP The World Wide Web offers information as text images audio or video to 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 Internet Service Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet ma...

Page 149: ...a telephone line For more information on connecting a modem see Using QosmioPlayer on page 160 2 Start your Web browser Have your modem dial the ISP s telephone number and establish a connection with the ISP s computer If you are using your computer at the office then you probably connect to the Internet through your company s network See your network administrator about connecting to the Internet...

Page 150: ...oms 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 which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens Internet news groups A news group is similar to a chat room but instead of using a dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with others in real time it uses a ...

Page 151: ... the computer You can play wav sound files or audio CDs using the built in speakers headphones or external speakers SRS audio enhancements are available in the Microsoft Windows operating system Recording sounds You may record sounds as wav files by using the internal microphone or by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack You may also record sounds using th...

Page 152: ... front of the right side of the computer 2 Plug the microphone cord into the jack 3 Turn on the microphone You may use the built in microphone located on the front of your computer 4 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder Sample Sound Recorder screen 5 Click the Record button 6 Speak normally into the microphone 7 When you have finished recording clic...

Page 153: ...o find a balance that fits your needs 1 Open Sound Recorder if necessary Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder 2 In the Sound Recorder window click Edit then click Audio Properties 3 In the Audio Properties dialog box adjust the Sound Playback Sound Recorder and MIDI Music Playback 4 Click OK Your new settings take effect the next time you record Usi...

Page 154: ...he cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack The headphone jack requires a 16 ohm stereo mini jack To adjust the volume For external speakers use the volume controls for the speakers For headphones use the computer s volume control dial Using the i LINK port The i LINK port on the left side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate Inserting and rem...

Page 155: ...h the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it To insert a PC Card 1 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 2 Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer 3 Insert the PC Card Sample inserting a PC Card 4 When the card is al...

Page 156: ...d it and push it in to remove the PC Card Sample ejecting a PC card The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot 3 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot Setting up a PC Card for your computer Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them Others such as hard disk cards network cards and SCSI adapters may need to be set up to work with your computer To set up your PC ...

Page 157: ...igital products digital music players cellular phones PDAs digital cameras digital video camcorders etc Do not use the Copy Disk function for this type of media To copy data from one media to another use the drag and drop feature of Windows Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 1 Turn the Memory Stick so that the notched corner faces the back of the computer and the arrow is face up 2 P...

Page 158: ...gress and your data could be destroyed Wait for the indicator light to go out Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 1 Right click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the media is stopped it is safe to remove 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out Inserting an SD Card 1 Turn the card so that the contacts metal areas are face down 2 Push the card into the slot until...

Page 159: ...e windows disappears writing to the card might still be in progress and your data could be destroyed Wait for the indicator light to go out Removing an SD Card 1 Right click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the card is stopped it is safe to remove 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out Inserting an xD Picture Card 1 Turn the card so that the contacts metal areas are face...

Page 160: ...out Removing an xD Picture Card 1 Right click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the card is stopped it is safe to remove 2 Grasp the card and pull it straight out Using QosmioPlayer Your computer includes the QosmioPlayer software allowing you to watch television if the computer is connected to a television or video source play audio CDs or watch DVD video without having to ...

Page 161: ...and By mode turn off the computer before trying to start QosmioPlayer 2 Press the appropriate Media Control button on the system control panel To watch television press the TV button To play audio CDs or watch DVD video press the CD DVD button To shut down QosmioPlayer press the Power button Using the Media Control Buttons The Media Control buttons above the computer keyboard allow you to reverse ...

Page 162: ...OM multi function drive The QosmioPlayer automatically recognizes and plays supported CDs When playing a supported audio CD you also have the following keyboard options 0 9 Press a number on your keyboard to play a specific track on the CD F1 Press this key to hide the audio CD option guide Press again to re display the guide CTRL S Press the CTRL S keys to shuffle the CD currently playing Previou...

Page 163: ... UP DOWN Arrow keys Press the CTRL UP Arrow keys to increase the volume press the CTRL DOWN Arrow keys to decrease the volume D Pressing this key displays the CD status E Pressing this key ejects the CD from the drive CTRL R Press the CTRL R keys to repeat the current song SPACE Press this key to pause the song currently playing Press the key again to start playing the song CTRL SPACE Press the CT...

Page 164: ... to display the full DVD guide options Press the key again to hide the DVD guide options 0 9 Press a number on your keyboard to play a specific DVD chapter CTRL UP DOWN Arrow keys Press the CTRL UP Arrow keys to increase the volume press the CTRL DOWN Arrow keys to decrease the volume D Press this key to view the display status E Press this key to eject the DVD from the disc drive CTRL R Press the...

Page 165: ...e will only play DVDs from that last region Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes You must launch the Windows operating system to change the DVD region but once the region has been changed you can then play the DVD using QosmioPlayer Watching television Pressing the TV Media Control button allows you to watch television if a TV source is connec...

Page 166: ...device to the computer using the composite cable plug on the back of the computer 2 Press the Monitor button to establish the connection with the external device 0 9 Press a number on your keyboard to watch a specific channel PAGE UP DOWN Press the PAGE UP key to scroll backward through channels press the PAGE DOWN key to scroll forward through channels CTRL UP DOWNArrow keys Press the CTRL UP Arr...

Page 167: ...DVDs and to watch television programs through QosmioPlayer The remote control helps you navigate the QosmioPlayer windows on your computer s screen just as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or controls the playback of a movie in a VCR or DVD player Using the remote control you can Navigate and control all QosmioPlayer windows Control the DVD or live TV display The remote control...

Page 168: ...TV GUIDE MUTE VOL CH PG START BACK REPLAY SKIP REW STOP FWD MORE OK R E C ORD PAU S E Power Replay Volume Recorded TV Functional DVD Menu Arrows Channel Mute Live TV Play Guide Functional only Control OK Button Record Functional Pause Rewind Forward Skip Back More Functional Stop Start Page Control only with MCE only with MCE with MCE only with MCE ...

Page 169: ...r windows Volume Control Increases up arrow or decreases down arrow the volume Recorded TV Functional only with Media Center Edition Guide Functional only with Media Center Edition Pause Turns off QosmioPlayer s DVD CD or TV function Play Plays the media Forward Moves media DVD or music forward Skip Moves media DVD or music forward More Functional only with Media Center Edition OK Selects the desi...

Page 170: ...irect access The navigation buttons move the cursor around to select desired action or window options much like a mouse does Audio and Video The audio and video buttons control sound and channel selection Direct Access Buttons The direct access buttons place QosmioPlayer in TV or CD DVD mode Recorded TV is functional only with Media Center Edition Guide is functional only with Media Center Edition...

Page 171: ...ext to move forward in the selected media For music Next moves to the next track For DVDs Next moves to the next chapter Use Previous to move backward in the selected media For music Previous moves to the previous track For DVDs Previous moves to the previous chapter Using the Remote Control To begin using your remote control 1 Point the remote control at the remote sensor The remote sensor is loc...

Page 172: ...Panel 2 Click Add or Remove Programs 3 Click QosmioPlayer then click the Change Remove button An Uninstall QosmioPlayer dialog box appears 4 Click OK 5 When an Uninstall QosmioPlayer warning dialog box appears 6 Click OK A final window appears for the uninstall procedure 7 Click Uninstall to complete the process 8 Click OK when the reboot window appears to restart your computer After your computer...

Page 173: ...media see Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media below Installing the QosmioPlayer Recovery media You can install the QosmioPlayer program in one of two ways depending upon if QosmioPlayer was previously removed from your computer On systems with QosmioPlayer currently installed To recover or repair QosmioPlayer on a computer that still has the application installed 1 Insert the QosmioPlayer R...

Page 174: ...o recover the Windows operating system Performing the recovery procedure on your computer removes all data files Be sure to back up your files prior to using this procedure 1 Insert the QosmioPlayer Recovery CD into the drive close the drive tray and restart your computer from the CD 2 Press the 1 key on the computer s keyboard to recover to the initial configuration A warning screen displays aski...

Page 175: ...einstall QosmioPlayer on a computer that the application was removed from by using the QosmioPlayer Recovery media 1 Insert the QosmioPlayer Recovery media into the drive close the drive tray and restart your computer from the disc 2 Press the 1 key on the computer s keyboard to recover to the initial configuration 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery ...

Page 176: ... your computer using either your computer s keyboard mouse or the remote control With the Media Center you can Watch TV or a DVD movie Automatically record TV shows Pause rewind and fast forward TV programs using the Media Center time shifting feature Watch an instant replay Play back your digital videos View your digital pictures or play them as a slide show Browse select and play music CDs and D...

Page 177: ...lso record or view TV programs If you have to operate your computer during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna you should operate your computer using AC power mode The AC adapter offers some protection against but does not entirely prevent possible electric shock caused by lightning For complete protection do not operate your computer during a thunderstorm Transmis...

Page 178: ...mponent video input Connect the adapter cable to the D connector on the back of your computer If your TV accepts S video inputs Connect an S video cable not shipped with your computer from the TV s S video input connection to the S video Out connector on the back of your computer 3 Connect an audio cable not shipped with your computer or system from the TV s audio connection to the headphone jack ...

Page 179: ...mputer Connect the adapter cable to the Antenna In port on the back of the computer To connect your computer to a TV you need an S video cable not included with your computer or system Connecting a VCR DVD player or Set Top Box to the Computer There are three different ways you can connect a VCR DVD player or Set Top box to the computer Connect the AV Composite cable not included from the VCR DVD ...

Page 180: ...hat controls your TV signal connect the remote sensor control cable to the remote sensor and position the end of it over the remote receiver on your cable box 1 Connect the IR receiver cable USB connector to an available USB port on your computer TV In TV In Coaxial cable Remote sensor Remote sensor control cable IR receiver Existing setup Add the notebook with a splitter Wall Cable Wall Cable Set...

Page 181: ...e remote IR receiver window on your cable TV Set top box or VCR DVD player 4 Peel off the adhesive backing on the IR remote sensor and mount the sensor within 5 inches of the Set top box or VCR DVD player 5 Install batteries in the Windows Media Center remote control Starting the Media Center To start the Media Center Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the remote control s Sta...

Page 182: ...administrator For more information refer to your Microsoft Help Have an Internet connection to download your television ser vice provider s program guide Know your ZIP Code Provide the name of your television service provider if you subscribe to either cable or satellite TV Provide the brand of your Set top box if you use one To complete the Media Center Setup follow the wizard s on screen prompts...

Page 183: ...dia Center Privacy Policy then click Next The wizard displays the Get the Most from Media Center screen 4 Click About Privacy and read the privacy notice 5 Click Yes to allow Media Center to connect directly to the internet 6 Click Next The system displays the Always on Internet Connection screen 7 Click Yes to verify that your internet connection is always on 8 Click Next The wizard displays the ...

Page 184: ...e tuners TV signal and Guide then click Next The wizard displays the Confirm Your Region screen 12 Click Yes use this region to configure TV services then click Next The wizard displays the Automatic TV Signal Setup screen 13 Click Configure my TV signal automatically Recommended then click Next The wizard displays the Prepare for Automatic Signal Configuration screen 14 Make sure that your comput...

Page 185: ...ote To skip from channel to channel for example from channel 4 to channel 52 you can select channels in Media Center s TV Guide by using the up and down arrow keys and OK button on the remote You can also use the cable Set top box remote to select channels 15 Click Yes then click Next The wizard displays the Guide Privacy screen 16 Click View the Guide privacy statement read the statement click Ye...

Page 186: ...ct Digital Otherwise select the basic option 21 Click Next The wizard displays the Download TV Program Guide Information screen and begins to download TV guide information from your TV signal provider 22 Click Next when the download is complete The wizard displays the Optional Setup screen 23 Select Optimize how Media Center looks on your display then click Next The wizard displays the Display Con...

Page 187: ...plays the Choose number of Speakers screen 32 Select the number of speakers on your system the system has two internal speakers then click Next The wizard displays the Test Your Speakers screen 33 Click Test and follow the instructions on the screen Click Next The wizard displays the You Are Done screen 34 Click Finish The wizard displays the Optional Setup screen 35 Click I am finished then click...

Page 188: ... record TV while using other Windows programs Simply resize the Media Center window as you would any other window For more information refer to the online Help Sample Media Center main window The Media Center main window is the central point for controlling all Media Center features With a quick click of the mouse or using your remote control you can Watch or record TV programs Listen to music Dis...

Page 189: ...o return to the Media Center main screen go back to the previous screen or to display the Media Center s online help Sample Title Bar Icons Use the Media Playback controls at the bottom of the screen to control your movies music and photo displays Media Playback controls Home screen Back Help Channel up and down Play Stop Replay Rewind Previous Record Skip Fast Forward Next Volume up and down Mute...

Page 190: ...e control to select it and then press OK Remote Control For Media Center You can use your remote control with Media Center to play CDs DVDs and videos to view pictures and to watch and record television programs The remote control helps you navigate the Media Center windows on your screen just as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or controls the playback of a movie in a VCR or D...

Page 191: ...uter on and starts Windows if the computer is off or in Hibernation mode If the computer is running Windows or Media Center pressing Power turns off the computer Power DVD MENU RECORDED TV LIVE TV GUIDE MUTE VOL CH PG START BACK REPLAY SKIP REW STOP FWD MORE OK R E C ORD PAU S E Replay Volume Recorded DVD Menu Arrows Channel Mute Live TV Play Guide Control OK Button Record Pause Rewind Forward Ski...

Page 192: ... recorded TV Guide Opens the Television Program guide to display available TV channels and programs to watch and record Pause Pauses an audio or video track and live or recorded TV programs Play Plays the media Forward Moves media video DVD music and so on forward To stop forward progress of the media press Play Skip Moves media video DVD music and so on forward More Provides more details on a TV ...

Page 193: ...The media record and playback buttons control the recording and playback of music DVD movies videos live TV programs and picture slide shows Navigation and direct access The navigation buttons move the cursor around to select desired action or window options much as a mouse does The other direct access buttons open specific windows within Media Center such as recorded TV programs the Television Pr...

Page 194: ... launches Media Center in DVD Menu mode when the computer is turned off or in Hibernation mode Use this mode to view the menu for the current DVD or CD When the computer is powered on use this button to launch Media Center Media Playback Buttons These buttons allow you to play back picture slide shows music files playlists music CDs DVD movies home videos and live TV so long as a TV source is conn...

Page 195: ...ing Use Rewind to rewind selected video or picture media Press Rewind again to increase the rewinding speed Pressing the Rewind button Moves the picture slide show backward to the previous picture Moves the video backward Moves live TV program to the beginning of the 30 minute pause buffer Use Stop to stop selected media from playing When this is pressed while you are watching TV the Media Center ...

Page 196: ...ere is nothing blocking the path between your remote control and the remote sensor 2 Press the Start button to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 3 Use the arrow keys on the remote control to select an item and then press OK to select an option and begin using the Media Center 4 Press Back to return to the previous screen Watching Television Programs Before you can wat...

Page 197: ...ision programs in full screen mode or in an inset window Pause stop rewind and fast forward live TV similar to the way you would control a DVD from a DVD player Record a single TV show or an entire series My TV will manage the recordings for you and give advanced warning if there are any recording conflicts Create a recorded TV library Quickly check which TV shows you have scheduled to record View...

Page 198: ...el number displays in the window 3 Press Back on the remote control to exit full screen mode and view the Media Center main menu Selecting a Program from the TV Guide To select a program from the TV Guide 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My TV 3 Select Guide 4 Use the arrows on the remote to scroll through th...

Page 199: ...with your service provider for more information You can manually update the TV Guide in the Media Center Settings window at any time even if you have automatic updates set up If the TV Guide has not been downloaded from the Internet because there is no Internet connection the message No data available displays next to each channel The number of channels and calendar days of TV listings depends on ...

Page 200: ...he desired sort option 4 Use the arrow buttons to select the recorded program you want to watch Click the program to view details and additional options 5 Press OK on the remote control to begin watching the program or click Play on the Media Center screen Changing a scheduled recording To change a scheduled recording 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to ...

Page 201: ... Guide to find a TV program that you want to watch by entering a title keyword or by selecting a category using your remote control To search for a TV show 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My TV 3 Select Search 4 Select Category Title or Keyword Select Category Select a category for example News and drill dow...

Page 202: ...rrently playing select Record Show or Record Series and then press OK Recording TV The Media Center allows you to record TV programs for later viewing You can record the show you are watching or you can record another or future show or series from the Guide the Search or the Settings window in My TV To record a TV show you are currently watching just press the Record button on the remote control o...

Page 203: ... Conflict icon appears next to the show in the TV Guide This means the show will not be recorded unless the conflict is resolved You can resolve recording conflicts on the Scheduled screen Recording TV tips If you are watching live TV during a scheduled recording time you can watch only the show being recorded If you change channels the recording stops If you go to another area in the Media Center...

Page 204: ...o into Stand By mode if the Media Center is open Recording from the Guide To record a current or future show or series from the Guide 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My TV 3 Select Guide 4 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to find the show you want to record 5 Select Record on your remote to record...

Page 205: ...l down to the programs listing 5 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the search results to select the show you want to record select the show and then press OK 6 Select Record or Record Series in the window and then press OK The recording icon for a single program or the recording icon for a series appears next to the show in the Guide 7 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previo...

Page 206: ...he screen to select the correct settings 7 Select Change Title if you would like to name the manual recording Enter letters by using the keys on your keyboard to name the recording and then select Save 8 Select Record to schedule the manual TV recording and return to the Recorded TV menu Changing Your Settings The Media Center Settings option allows you to Change settings for your television servi...

Page 207: ...st to decide which show to record You can place the series you most want recorded high on the series priorities list to help ensure it is successfully recorded in the case of conflicts When you schedule a new series it is added to the bottom of the list and has the lowest priority 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Se...

Page 208: ... files and CDs You can use Windows Media Player to create your music library and then use Media Center to find and play your music using your remote control You can store your music files in the My Music folder or in other folders on your hard drive however you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them In My Music you can Play mus...

Page 209: ... Media Player searches for all available audio media and places them in the Media Library 4 To add files from a CD to your Media Library insert the CD select Copy from CD and then select Copy Music in the toolbar You can select to copy your music files as MPEG Audio Layer 3 mp3 or Windows Media Audio wma files 5 Click the Library tab to see where your new audio files have been placed You can renam...

Page 210: ...on your hard drive however you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them You may have already copied and organized your music files on your hard drive If so you need to add them to the Windows Media Player Library to access them with the Media Center To add music files that are stored in your My Music or Shared Music folder on you...

Page 211: ...iles to appear in My Music Playing Digital Music Files When you first open the Media Center and open the My Music window you may not find any music files listed unless there is a music CD in your CD drive or unless you have already added audio files to your Windows Media Player Library If you do not have any music files listed you need to add music files to the Windows Media Player Library and the...

Page 212: ...ed and organized files in Windows Media Player Library you can browse through your music files in the My Music window You can search for music files by album title artist playlist song title or music genre You can also use the search feature to quickly find a specific song album or artist To find a music file 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the ...

Page 213: ...g box For more information see Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library on page 210 Playing a Song You can play a song from anywhere in My Music You can select it from the View Song list or from the Album Artist and Genre lists You can also play a single song from a playlist as follows 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the...

Page 214: ... control 5 Use the arrow buttons to select Shuffle and then press OK on the remote control All songs in that genre are randomly played Finding and Playing an Album 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My Music 3 Select Albums 4 Use the arrow buttons to select an album and then press OK on the remote control Media...

Page 215: ...select View by list or View by cover to organize your albums Creating a Playlist A playlist is a customized list of digital music files Using playlists you can group various digital music files together and determine the order in which you want the files to play You can create a playlist that includes several tracks from various CDs or even a playlist that contains background music for a slide sho...

Page 216: ...he name of the Playlist in the Save as window and click Save 7 Select your playlist to view the music files that you have added 8 Close Media Center if open and then press the Start button on the remote control Your playlist will not appear in My Music unless you close and open Media Center You can now play your playlist in Media Center Displaying Your Pictures Sample Media Center main screen In M...

Page 217: ...our pictures 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select My Pictures The right side of the window shows a small picture image thumbnail and if you have organized your pictures into folders folder icons Your pictures are displayed just as you organized them in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer 3 Use the arrow bu...

Page 218: ...on the remote control to go to the next or the previous picture manually or use the arrow buttons to select Play Slide Show and then press OK to display your pictures automatically If you do not select the pictures you want to view as a slide show Media Center uses the first folder listed If you have picture files that are not stored in folders you created Media Center plays all files stored in th...

Page 219: ...ou can Browse through and play back all of your digital video files using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse Sort videos by name or date View your videos in full screen mode or from an inset window in Media Center Organizing Your Videos When you attach a digital video camera to your computer Windows asks you how you want to capture your video You can choose from various software programs...

Page 220: ...er Other Places and then double click the Shared Video folder You can add delete edit rename and organize your video files into folders you create in the Shared Video folder Your videos can now be played in Media Center Playing Digital Videos After you organize your videos in the My Videos or Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer open Media Center to watch your videos 1 Press the Start button o...

Page 221: ...os 2 Select My Videos or Shared Video 3 Use the arrow buttons to select the folder you want and then press OK Select the video file and press OK again Your video plays in full screen mode 4 Press Back on the remote control to exit full screen mode and return to the previous window Sorting Videos To organize your videos by date or by name 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the ...

Page 222: ... control buttons is not supported Sample Media Center main menu To play a DVD movie in Media Center 1 Insert the DVD into the drive If you have other media playing Media Center asks if you want to play the DVD Select Yes or No If you do not select an option the DVD automatically plays in full screen mode after a few seconds If no media is playing click Play DVD 2 If a DVD menu appears use the remo...

Page 223: ...to begin playing the DVD where you left off Select Restart to begin playing the DVD at the beginning Select Title Menu to go to the DVD main menu if available Select DVD Languages to change the language for the DVD soundtrack subtitles and menu Select Eject to open the disc tray Playing a DVD movie already in your drive If you already have a DVD movie in your drive but you have been doing other th...

Page 224: ...Media Center Settings screen The following section describes some of the more common settings that a user might want to change For specific information about settings not covered in this section please see Windows Media Center Help available at the top of any Media Center screen Changing General Settings General settings affect each user s experience in Media Center and can be changed only by the ...

Page 225: ...rol the media experience in Media Center or access media information from Media Center Select Media Center Setup to run the Media Center Setup wizard again or perform specific tasks performed by the wizard such as set up your internet connection tv signal speakers and so on You can also join a wireless network and restore start page defaults from this screen Select Parental Control to set password...

Page 226: ...flicts and to change recording priorities for the programs you scheduled to record Select Recorder Storage to check the amount of recording space on your hard disk Also you can change the settings that affect the recording storage space Select Recording Defaults to change the general recording default settings that affect how and when your programs are recorded 5 To change the TV DVD settings on R...

Page 227: ...space you can Delete recorded shows from the Recorded TV window For more information refer to Recording TV tips on page 203 Increase the percentage of hard disk space available for recorded TV shows in Default Settings Select between 5 percent and 90 percent The default is set at 75 percent Media Center does not support removable drives network drives or drives with less than 5 MB of disk space Ar...

Page 228: ...ect Settings 3 Select TV 4 Select Guide Select Edit Channels to add or remove a channel from the Guide Select Add Missing Channels to add a TV channel that is missing from the Guide Select Setup Guide Listings to show or hide channels that appear in the Guide To show a channel select the channel check box To hide a channel clear the check box Select Get Latest Guide Listings to manually update the...

Page 229: ...for TV Viewing Only the administrator of the computer can change the Parental Control setting This feature may not be available on your computer 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select Settings 3 Select General 4 Select Parental control The first time you select Parental control Media Center asks you to create a pas...

Page 230: ...the DVD settings window 9 Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the main Settings window Changing DVD Movie Language To select DVD language settings for subtitles closed captioning and viewing the DVD 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to start the Media Center and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select Settings 3 Select DVD 4 In the DVD Settings window select...

Page 231: ...r and to open the Media Center main window 2 Select Settings 3 Select TV 4 Select Close Captioning 5 Use the arrow buttons to select the or buttons Press OK on the remote control to scroll through the choices available Captioning Select CC1 or CC2 Caption Display You can select to turn close captioning On Off or On when mute 6 Use the arrow buttons to select Save in the window 7 Click OK Changing ...

Page 232: ...dows XP Media Center Edition 2005 Changing the Media Center Settings 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 3 Sample Picture Settings screen 4 Use the arrows and OK button on the remote control to select or deselect options 5 Select Save 6 Click OK ...

Page 233: ...s main menu to perform the following tasks Select Create CD DVD to create a CD or DVD Select InterVideo to view and adjust the InterVideo Video Audio Settings screen Select Messenger to sign into Media Center s Messenger program Select Sync to Device to sync with pocket computers and other data devices For more information about the options please see Media Center help available at the top of each...

Page 234: ... 8 375 ver 2 3 Sample More Programs main screen Online Spotlight Use the Online Spotlight screen available from Media Center s main screen to purchase and download music DVDs and movies and read news and sports stories Tips on Media Center are also available for viewing from this screen ...

Page 235: ...ter 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 3 Getting Help for Media Center Click the Help icon at the top left of the screen to access Media Center s Help screen which includes a number of links to helpful information on Media Center as well as help for hardware problems Sample Media Center main Help screen ...

Page 236: ...e 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 utilities supplied by Toshiba Fn esse Hotkey utility TOSHIBA Console Toshiba Hardware Settings Power Saver Using a supervisor or user password ...

Page 237: ...o quickly access your programs and files With Fn esse you can assign an Fn key combination to Open a Windows XP operating system program Open a file in its associated program Display a customized folder of programs and or files from which to choose Fn esse also has several keys known as hot keys that perform preassigned operations For more information see Hot Keys on page 283 You can assign any ke...

Page 238: ...a program or document 1 Start both Fn esse and Windows Explorer or the program supporting drag and drop 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time 3 In the Explorer window highlight the program or document file you wish to assign to a key 4 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on th...

Page 239: ...sse and either Using the keyboard press and hold the Fn key then press the desired assignment key Using the pointing device move the cursor over the desired key in the Fn esse window and press the secondary button The Assignment Type dialog box appears Sample Fn esse assignment type dialog box Making a direct key assignment 1 Select Direct to display the Add Edit Command dialog box 2 Enter the Des...

Page 240: ... to do this refer to your Windows XP operating system documentation 4 Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just selected To open a popup list showing the items in that folder press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments choose Assignments from the Fn esse keyboard Fn esse displays the Function K...

Page 241: ...e TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings To access the control panel 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting Toshiba Console selection The TOSHIBA Console window appears Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features Customizing Your...

Page 242: ...ware Settings Toshiba Button Controls ConfigFree CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility Network The Network category features the following utilities Connectivity Doctor Bluetooth Start Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Local COM Settings For more information see Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer on page 291 Security The features available in this category are Supe...

Page 243: ...A Power Saver Properties window appears Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Properties window shows the power profiles which are optimized for several different working environments You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized profile The preset profiles cannot be deleted By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Propertie...

Page 244: ... profile applies only when a DVD program is playing while running the computer on battery power and using InterVideo WinDVD Quickly creating a new power mode 1 Highlight one of the preset profiles 2 Click Copy 3 A new mode appears with the title Copy of Name where Name is the title of the mode you copied You can change the name description or icon for this profile by clicking Property Customizing ...

Page 245: ...IBA Console double click the Mouse icon Hotkey utility The hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the hotkey combination for Standby Fn F3 and Hibernation Fn F4 To activate 1 Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities then click the Hotkey utility The Toshiba Hotkey window appears Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Select the desired option 3 Click OK ...

Page 246: ...ent various dialog boxes They are General Allows you to view current BIOS hard disk drive and memory settings Device Config Shows the Device configuration options Display Allows you to change various default settings for the built in LCD display CPU Allows you to change the dynamic CPU frequency mode Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the...

Page 247: ...ng any of the options that appear in the dialog boxes and clicking Apply you can reconfigure that function Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility The Toshiba Picture Enhancement utility allows you to adjust your computer screen to maximize the ambient surrounding light To access the Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utili...

Page 248: ...settings for devices such as video cameras and games Sample Monitor Input Settings screen CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Sample CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen This utility available on the Toshiba Console 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 249: ... To change the setting open the Acoustic Silencer by double clicking the tasktray icon 1 Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly for listening to Music CDs or Audio files on a CD 2 Click Set Normal Mode to run the drive at normal speed for transferring data Setting passwords Setting a password leaves your computer secure so that nobody can access your files You must ente...

Page 250: ...sing an instant password An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke Use this feature when you leave your desk for a few minutes and do not want to turn off the computer To use an instant password press Fn then press F1 An instant password has no effect on an optional USB mouse or trackball To unlock your system press any key or the TouchPad and the Windows Logon screen will ap...

Page 251: ...press the TOSHIBA Console button to the left of the keyboard to open the TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console window appears 3 On the left side select Security Sample TOSHIBA Console Security window 4 Select the Supervisor Password icon 5 Click Set 6 Type your password in the Input box 7 Retype your password in the Input again box 8 Click Set 9 Click OK ...

Page 252: ...rs 3 On the left side select Security 4 Select the Supervisor Password icon 5 Select Verify by Password 6 Select the Supervisor Password tab 7 Type the correct password 8 Click Verify 9 Click Delete 10 Select Verify by Password 11 Type the correct password 12 Click Verify Setting a user password To register a password for the power on password functions 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Poin...

Page 253: ...K Disabling a user password To cancel the power on password function 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection The TOSHIBA Console window appears 3 On the left side select Security 4 Select the User Password icon 5 Select Verify by Password 6 Type the correct password 7 Click Delete 8 Click OK ...

Page 254: ...ncounter 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 If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other prog...

Page 255: ...mputer window appears 6 Click Turn off The computer turns off Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the message Your program has performed an illegal operation you should record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer To record the details 1 Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays The Details button displays informatio...

Page 256: ... starts but when you press a key or move the mouse nothing happens You are probably in Stand By mode and have a software or resource conflict When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system To clear the condition press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously Clearing the condition may get the computer running but it will not solve a resource conflict Read...

Page 257: ...inue If pressing any key does not work press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously to restart the computer The Windows operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows...

Page 258: ...tup menu This section describes each option and when to use the procedure To open the Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 Press F8 when your computer starts The Windows Advanced Options menu displays these options Safe Mode Safe Mode with Networking Safe Mode with Command Prompt Enable Boot Logging Enable VGA Mode Last known good configuration your most recent settings that worked Directory Ser...

Page 259: ... later My browser cannot find the URL address I typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorrect letter or missed character comma instead of period dot or other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser cannot find a site I bookmarked Th...

Page 260: ...nstructions You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem try using Windows Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first For help on hardware conflicts 1 Click Start then click Help and Support 2 Click the Hardware link in the window ...

Page 261: ...nts 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 These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request IRQ because...

Page 262: ...for instructions about changing settings on the device Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifi...

Page 263: ...urces assigned to the device To check a device s properties 1 Open the Start menu then click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and then Administrative Tools 3 Click the Computer Management icon 4 Click the Device Manager button 5 To view the device s installed double click the device type 6 To view the properties double click the device The operating system displays the Device Prop...

Page 264: ...ating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically 3 Remove the memory module following the instructions in Removing a memory module on page 66 4 Reinstall the memory module following the instructions in Installing additional memory optional on page 62 and making sure it is seated properly 5 Check for the error again 6 If the error recurs remove the memory module entirely and check f...

Page 265: ... is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance The AC adapter and power cord cable work correctly but the battery will not charge The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power Try turning off the computer The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer Turn off the computer remove the battery clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth if necessa...

Page 266: ...harge lasts For information on maximizing battery power refer to Power and the batteries on page 265 Keyboard problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboard itself The keyboard produces unexpected characters A keypad overlay may be on If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is on press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cu...

Page 267: ...n screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this hold the Fn key and press F5 twice A window with display choices pops up Hold the Fn key and press F5 twice again to advance through the display options If you are using an external monitor Check that the monitor is turned on Check that the monitor s power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet Check...

Page 268: ...nformation see Windows Help A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer s internal display To change the display properties 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button The Display Proper...

Page 269: ...echnology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you will not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more f...

Page 270: ...he test Your hard disk seems very slow If you have been using your computer for some time your files may have become fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter To do this click Start then click All Programs point to Accessories and System Tools and click Disk Defragmenter Your data files are damaged or corrupted Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures Many software packages automat...

Page 271: ...the label and try inserting the diskette again The computer displays the Non system disk or disk error message If you are starting the computer from a diskette the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer Replace it with bootable media or remove it and allow the computer boot from the hard drive The drive cannot read a diskette Try another diskette If you can a...

Page 272: ...ghtened paper clip to press the manual eject button This button is in the small hole next to the disc eject button on the right side of the computer Some discs run correctly but others do not If the problem is with an application media refer to the software s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program s needs Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the c...

Page 273: ...on page 154 for more information 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 Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately Other cards must be set up before you can use them Use the Windows XP PC Card PCMCIA Wizard ...

Page 274: ... computer is available try the card in that machine If the card malfunctions again it may be defective Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions The slots appear to be dead PC Cards that used to work no longer work Check the PC Card status 1 Click Start 2 Click My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties The System Properties dialog box appea...

Page 275: ... inserting another without turning the computer off fails Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card 1 Double click the PC Card icon on the taskbar 2 Click Safely remove xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card The operating system displays a message that you may safely remove the card 3 Remove the card from the slot The system does not recognize your PC Card Refer to the PC Card ...

Page 276: ... drivers as shown in Connecting a local printer on page 69 You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Stand By mode turn off the computer and turn off the printer Turn the printer back on make sure it is on line then turn the computer back on Try printing another file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints...

Page 277: ...9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings The modem is on set up properly and still will not transmit or receive data Make sure the line has a dial tone Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this The other system may be busy or off line Try making a test transmission to s...

Page 278: ...ould back up these programs as well as your data files If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the user s guides It is very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to solve problems w...

Page 279: ...oting information in your operating system documentation If the problem occurs while you are running a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information Detailed system s...

Page 280: ...ba com Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba make sure you have Your computer s serial number The computer and any optional devices related to the problem Backup copies of your Windows operating system and all other preloaded software on your choice of media Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation media Information about what you were doing when t...

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Page 283: ...n with the Fn 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 Fn This hot key enables disables volume mute on your computer When volume mute is enabled no sound will come from the speakers or headphones ...

Page 284: ...e Power usage profile Fn This hot key blanks the display Fn This hot key displays the power usage pop up window and cycles through the profiles 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 Saver utility For more information see Mobile Computing on page 118 ...

Page 285: ... computer into Stand By mode A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Stand By mode This message box can be set so it does not display Sample Stand By confirmation box For more information about Stand By mode please see Using Standby Mode on page 114 ...

Page 286: ... into Hibernation mode If Hibernation mode is enabled the default a message box is displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode The message box can be set so it does not display Sample Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled this hot key will not respond ...

Page 287: ...ay only Built in display and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Built in display and TV or other external video device simultaneously TV or other external video device only Sample display options window 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 288: ...h only The wireless modes are Bluetooth enabled This enables only the Bluetooth module Wi Fi enabled This enables only the Wi Fi module All devices enabled This enables both the Bluetooth module and the Wi Fi modules All devices disabled This disables both the Bluetooth module and the Wi Fi modules Sample wireless modes window Fn This hot key decreases the screen brightness Fn This hot key increas...

Page 289: ... This hot key enables disables the TouchPad To use the TouchPad see Disabling or enabling the TouchPad on page 60 Sample disable and enable TouchPad windows Fn This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off Fn This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off Fn This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off ...

Page 290: ...rsal 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 United Kingdom BS approved Australia AS approved Europe VDA approved NEMKO approved ...

Page 291: ...Doctor The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to analyze network connections and fix networking problems with your notebook computer For more information see Connectivity Doctor on page 293 Search for Wireless Devices The Search for Wireless Devices utility searches for wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices used in the neighborhood and displays information about them on a virtual map For more inform...

Page 292: ...rosoft Windows XP or 2000 Click the Start button and select All Programs TOSHIBA Networking ConfigFree Double click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar Press the Toshiba Console button if applicable to your system to open the Toshiba Console and then click the ConfigFree icon Click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar and then click the desired utility If your computer is not connected to a network t...

Page 293: ...tor 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 The Connectivity Doctor works with the following network devices Wired and wireless network devices Routers hubs and bridges Access points Wireless LAN Bluetooth Connectivity Doctor Profiles Exit ...

Page 294: ... Moving the mouse pointer over a wired or wireless network device icon displays information about the device such as its IP address subnet mask and MAC address A wireless network device also shows information such as the network SSID and the device s Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP key settings Sample viewing device information ...

Page 295: ...on point appears next to the wireless communication switch Clicking the exclamation point displays a description of the problem and a solution The following checkboxes and buttons are provided on the Connectivity Doctor screen Stay onthetask tray When checked the ConfigFree icon resides in the system tray Options Displays ConfigFree setting screen Log Lets you create a diagnostic log view ahistory...

Page 296: ...n of the wireless devices that have been detected Search for Wireless Devices can also be started from the ConfigFree Launcher 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 Placing the pointer over the displayed point of light shows detailed info...

Page 297: ...vices The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected As with the Wi Fi screen moving the mouse pointer over a device icon displays information about the device Sample viewing Bluetooth devices You can connect to devices shown on the Bluetooth map 1 Click the icon of a Bluetooth device ...

Page 298: ...nally for example you can set up a profile to match that environment and connect to the network Similarly users who access networks in the 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 pro...

Page 299: ...he name of the profile you want to create 6 Enter any optional comments if desired 7 Click Change Icon and select an icon for this profile 8 Under Captured Items select the items you want to capture for this profile 9 If connecting with a wireless network select the desired Auto Switch Settings These options are unavailable if wireless devices have been disabled 10 Under Execute this program after...

Page 300: ... can also be imported and exported This feature is useful when transferring profile settings to other computers For more information about modifying importing and exporting profiles refer to the online help Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector Once the projector utility is installed launching the Quick Connect utili...

Page 301: ...s point the connection is broken and re established later To review the current Toshiba Wireless Projector settings and change them if necessary 1 Click the icon in the system tray 2 Move the mouse pointer to Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ then click Settings The Quick Connect properties dialog box appears 3 Complete the settings Refer to the online help if necessary 4 Click OK The default connect...

Page 302: ...4 GHz 802 11b and then connects to the projector The wireless LAN configuration returns to the settings that were last used before the Quick Connect function was started If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ from the ConfigFree tray menu this disconnects the wireless LAN connection If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or w...

Page 303: ...matically switching between wired and wireless devices With these options the computer automatically switches to a wireless LAN network when the cable of the wired LAN network is removed from the computer When the cable is reconnected the connection to the wired LAN is re established To use the Automatic Switch feature 1 Right click the icon in the system tray 2 Click Auto Switch The Auto Switch d...

Page 304: ...lected when the SSID is detected then click Add The profile is moved to the List of target SSIDs and profiles 5 Repeat the previous step for each additional profile you want to select 6 Select Automatically switch profiles when connected to this SSID 7 Check Automatically switch profile when connected to this SSID 8 Click OK The computer is now configured to use the Semi Automatic Switch feature W...

Page 305: ...nyms may appear in this user s guide AC alternating current BIOS basic input output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD ROM compact disc read only memory CD RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor COM1 communications port 1 serial port COM2 communications port 2 serial port CPU central processing unit ...

Page 306: ...y memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I O input output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LSI large scale integration MB megabyte MIDI Musical Instrum...

Page 307: ...t form there is one thin film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high quality color Active matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays adapter A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information...

Page 308: ...p of eight bits is a byte See also byte bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed between two devices The basic measure used in modem communications bps is similar but not identical to the baud rate See also baud rate boot To start the computer The term boot originates from bootstrap program as in pulling itself up by its bootstraps a program that loads and in...

Page 309: ... character Any letter number or symbol you can use on the computer Some characters are non printing characters such as a paragraph break in a word processing program A character occupies one byte of computer storage chip A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards click To pr...

Page 310: ...ative setting device A component attached to the computer Devices may be external outside the computer s case or internal inside the computer s case Printers disk drives and modems are examples of devices device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box An on screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or re...

Page 311: ... given a name by which it can be retrieved See also file double click To press the TouchPad control button or mouse button rapidly twice without moving the TouchPad or mouse In the Windows operating system this refers to the primary TouchPad control button or left mouse button unless otherwise stated double density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB ofinformation half the capa...

Page 312: ... network adapter extension See file extension external device See device F file A collection of related information saved on disk with a unique name A file may be a program information used by a program or a document See also document file allocation table FAT The section of a disk that keeps track of the location of files stored on the disk file name A set of characters that uniquely identifies a...

Page 313: ...a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long term storage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable By default the hard disk is referred to as drive C hardware The physical components of a computer...

Page 314: ...1024 bytes See also byte L L1 level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache CPU cache L2 cache L2 level two cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory See also cache CPU cache L1 cache LAN local area network A group of computers or other devices dispe...

Page 315: ... for connecting musical instruments synthesizers and computers The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use and vice versa modem Short for modulator demodulator A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digital enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines motherboard The main circ...

Page 316: ...at a time A parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between a computer and an appropriate device Compare serial password A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers PC Cards provide functions such as modem fax mod...

Page 317: ...n in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is used for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM random access memory See RAM read only memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A diskette is one example of a removable disk resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a p...

Page 318: ...ppropriate device Compare parallel shortcut See keyboard shortcut software See program Compare hardware Standby A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the comp...

Page 319: ...ility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management W Web See World Wide Web Wi Fi A registered trademark owned by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless c...

Page 320: ... Fn esse 239 audio wav files 151 features 151 Auto Run 105 avoiding injury 44 B backing up files 86 battery alarms 126 changing 129 charge does not last 266 charging 55 charging before use 49 conserving power 127 disposal 135 installing 129 not charging 265 power usage hot key 128 power usage mode 284 removing 130 131 unlocking 130 battery power displaying remaining 124 monitoring 124 Bridge Media...

Page 321: ... resume failure message 257 computer placement 44 computer setup 49 computer friendly environment 42 computing tips 85 Connecting external AV input de vices 79 Connecting external display devices 74 connecting to a power source 52 connection set up 144 conserving battery power 127 Contents CDs 106 DVDs 106 control buttons 60 critical applications 3 Ctrl keys 88 D desktop creating new icon 138 expl...

Page 322: ...osture 44 error messages device driver conflict 260 general hardware problem 260 non system disk or disk error 257 271 problem with display settings current settings not working with hardware 268 program has performed an illegal operation 255 warning resume failure 257 Error checking 270 Ethernet LAN port 145 expansion memory slot 64 exploring the desktop 137 external mouse 68 external diskette dr...

Page 323: ...hot key power usage mode 128 hot key utility 245 I i LINK FCC 3 icon 138 139 definition 40 desktop 139 hint 40 Internet Explorer 139 moving to desktop 138 Recycle Bin 139 safety 39 technical note 40 Industry Canada requirement 4 inserting CDs and DVDs 102 installing main battery 129 mouse 68 instant passwords using 250 Internal External mode 268 Internet bookmarked site not found 259 connecting to...

Page 324: ...r 82 lighting 45 M main battery changing 129 removing 130 memory expansion slots 63 problem solving 264 removing expansion slot cover 64 memory module inserting 65 removing 67 Memory Stick inserting 157 removing 158 microphone 152 built in 152 Microsoft Support Online Web site 260 modem determining COM port 142 problem solving 277 resetting port to default settings 142 upgrading 142 module memory ...

Page 325: ...zing 244 Power Saver 243 power source 52 power usage mode 127 hot key 128 power usage mode hot key 284 powering down using Standby 115 precautions 46 54 other computer use 46 primary button 60 printer choosing a driver 70 local connecting 69 problem solving 276 set up 70 printing a file 96 problem solving AC power 265 accessing disk drives 256 battery charge does not last 266 battery not charging ...

Page 326: ...g fails 275 not recognized 275 slots appear dead 274 275 power and batteries 265 printer 276 program not responding 254 program not working properly 270 screen does not look right flickers 268 system resources 261 trouble prevention 277 URL address not found 259 using Startup options 258 warning resume failure 257 Windows won t start 256 Windows XP Media Center Edition not working 257 program star...

Page 327: ...lving 272 sound recording 153 sounds recording 151 speakers using external 153 Stand By mode hot key 285 Standby low battery 126 Standby mode going into more quickly 115 starting again from 116 start button 139 starting a program 91 Run dialog box 93 Windows Explorer 92 Windows Start menu 91 starting up the computer from Standby 116 from Turn off 112 Startup menu problem solving 258 stored data pr...

Page 328: ... Support Online 260 Web sites Toshiba 281 Wi Fi wireless networking 144 Wi Fi Mini PCI modules 146 Windows Explorer 92 Windows Media Player 103 Windows Start menu 91 Windows XP Media Center Edition Help 259 Help and Support 260 problem solving 257 Windows XP Media Center Edition desktop 137 Windows XP Media Center Edition taskbar 140 wireless interoperability 7 wireless mode hot key 288 wireless n...