Toshiba Qosmio E15, User Manual

Page 1: ...tates 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see If Something Goes Wrong on page 241 in this guide Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling ...

Page 2: ...ta stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM WHEN COPYING OR TRANS...

Page 3: ... following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with nonco...

Page 4: ... telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but n...

Page 5: ...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 equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line please call the te...

Page 6: ...edusing 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 Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company ...

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: ...rence 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 St...

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: ...ult he 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: ... 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 experienc...

Page 21: ...equipment 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 Indus...

Page 22: ...y 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 which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information The Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far...

Page 23: ...s equipment overlaps that of 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 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz 2 FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation Article 17 Any use of low power rad...

Page 24: ...he Radio Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment EYXF2CS TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number 01NYDA1305 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device DVD ROM multi function drive safety instructions The DVD ROM and multi function drives employ a laser system To ensure proper use of this product ple...

Page 25: ...wner s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc with all rights reserved Under the copyright laws this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba No patent liability is assumed however with respect to the use of the information contained herein 2004 by Toshiba America...

Page 26: ... TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF Trademarks Noteworthy is a registered trademark and SelectServ FreedomWare SmartMedia and Qosmio are trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems Inc and or Toshiba Corporation Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the ...

Page 27: ...ks 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 government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org ...

Page 28: ...ed 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Creating a computer friendly environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 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 50 Adding external devices 51 Connecting to a power source 52 Charging the main battery 55 ...

Page 29: ... mouse 67 Connecting a local printer 67 Setting up your printer 68 Connecting an optional external diskette drive 72 Connecting external display devices 73 Connecting the display device 73 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 76 Adjusting the quality of the external display 77 Connecting External AV Input Devices 77 Turning off the computer 79 Caring for your computer 80 Clea...

Page 30: ...r work 95 Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive 96 Drive components and control buttons 97 DVD ROM drive components 97 Media control buttons 98 Inserting a disc 99 Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD 102 Removing a disc with the computer on 102 Removing a disc with the computer off 103 Caring for CDs or DVDs Discs 103 Setting up for communications 104 Connecting the modem to a phone line 104 C...

Page 31: ...tery power 123 Power profiles in Windows XP 124 Using a hot key to set the power profile 124 Changing the main battery 125 Removing the battery from the computer 126 Inserting the battery into the computer 127 Taking care of your battery 128 Safety precautions 128 Maximizing battery life 129 Disposing of used batteries 130 Traveling tips 131 Chapter 4 Exploring Your Options 132 Exploring the deskt...

Page 32: ... headphones 150 Using the i LINK port 151 Inserting and removing PC Cards 151 Inserting a PC Card 151 Removing a PC Card 152 Setting up a PC Card for your computer 153 Using the Bridge Media slot 153 Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 154 Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media 154 Inserting an SD Card 155 Removing an SD Card 155 Inserting an xD Picture Card 156 Removing an x...

Page 33: ... 176 Connecting to a Television 176 Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup 177 Starting the Media Center 180 Remote Control For Media Center 184 Watching Television Programs 190 Selecting a Program from the TV Guide 192 Watching a Recorded TV Program 193 Searching for a TV Program 194 Recording TV 195 Recording TV tips 196 Recording from the Guide 197 Recording from Search...

Page 34: ...rganizing Your Videos 212 Playing Digital Videos 212 Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode 213 Sorting Videos 213 Watching a DVD 214 Stopping a DVD Movie 215 Playing a DVD movie already in your drive 215 Changing the Media Center Settings 216 Chapter 6 Toshiba Utilities 224 Fn esse 225 Starting Fn esse 225 Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign keys 227 Viewing existing key assignments 228 ...

Page 35: ... when you turn on the computer 243 The Windows operating system is not working 244 Using Startup options to fix problems 245 Internet problems 246 The Windows XP operating system can help you 246 Resolving a hardware conflict 247 A plan of action 247 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own 248 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 249 Memory problems 251 Power and the batteries 251 Keyboard proble...

Page 36: ...rnation mode 272 Display modes 273 Enabling a wireless device 274 Display brightness 274 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 275 Keyboard hot keys 275 Appendix B Power Cable Connectors 276 Appendix C Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 277 Getting Started 278 Starting ConfigFree 278 ConfigFree Utilities 279 Connectivity Doctor 279 Search for Wireless Devices 282 Profile Settings 284 Quick C...

Page 37: ...pany you wherever you go Qosmio E15 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: ... This icon indicates 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 For accessory information visit Toshiba s Web site at accessories toshiba com The Microsoft Windows ope...

Page 41: ...ound its SelectServTM limited warranty programs 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 241 ...

Page 42: ...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 otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in...

Page 43: ...administrator If your computer still does not operate refer to If you need further assistance on page 265 for additional technical assistance Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers However with a little care and the proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day This section provides ...

Page 44: ...me people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair Correct posture and positioning of the computer Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly lower than the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor If you are using a conventional chair Your knees should be slightly higher t...

Page 45: ...onitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that shines directly into your eyes If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of you...

Page 46: ...eak of two or three 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...

Page 47: ...e PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use If two cards are installed both can become hot even if only one is being used Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period Avoid spilling liquids into the computer s keyboard If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard turn off the compute...

Page 48: ...puter 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 computer...

Page 49: ...ee Connecting to a power source on page 52 Setting up your software 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 Microsoft s End User License Agreement and click Next 3 Enter the computer name and description and click Next or Skip The computer will p...

Page 50: ...ndow displays the message Who will use this computer 7 Enter your name and click Next to complete the process A window displays the message Thank you 8 Click Finish to continue Your computer restarts automatically Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates announcements and special offers applicable to th...

Page 51: ... local printer see Connecting a local printer on page 67 Connect an external diskette drive see Connecting an optional external diskette drive on page 72 Connect external speakers or headphones see Using external speakers or headphones on page 150 Connect a microphone see Using a microphone on page 148 Connect a digital or plasma TV see Connecting a digital or plasma television or VCR DVD player o...

Page 52: ...isconnect it Do NOT pull the cable itself Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock When you connect the AC adapter to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge a...

Page 53: ...e your computer Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter To connect AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter Sample connecting the power cable to the AC adapter Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands afte...

Page 54: ...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 electrical outlet is live the system indicator panel s AC power light glows green Additionally an indicator light on the front of your computer lets you know the AC power status when the display is closed If the main battery is present the battery light glows...

Page 55: ... page 115 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 battery can damage the battery TECHNICAL NOTE When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adaptor to run applications features and devices the recharging of the battery can not occur Your computer ...

Page 56: ...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 small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD ...

Page 57: ...puter Sample system icons This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide Turning on the power 1 Make sure any external devices such as the AC adapter if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power are properly connected and ready 2 Check to ensure that all disc drives are empty 3 Press and hold the power button until the on off light on the system indicator p...

Page 58: ... in front of the keyboard is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor To move the cursor to the top of the page push your finger forward on the TouchPad To move the cursor to the bottom of the page drag your finger toward yourself To move the cursor to the right side ...

Page 59: ...vice on a mouse or trackball To scroll vertically run your finger up or down along the right edge of the TouchPad To scroll horizontally run your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad Using the Scroll button For applicable systems the scroll button located between the primary and secondary control buttons on the TouchPad is used for rapid viewing of pages on the screen Using the Control but...

Page 60: ...TouchPad is enabled by default To change the enable disable TouchPad setting 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click the Mouse icon 4 Click the TouchPAD ON OFF tab The TouchPAD ON OFF tab view window appears 5 Select Disable or Enable whichever is appropriate 6 Click Apply 7 Click OK The Mouse Properties window closes ...

Page 61: ...tion mode data will be lost Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today s popular applications You may want to increase the computer s memory if you use complex software 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 regular...

Page 62: ...s If the computer is on begin at step 1 otherwise skip to step 3 1 If the computer is on click Start then click Turn off computer See Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command on page 106 for more information The Turn off computer window appears 2 Click Turn Off or Shut Down The operating system turns off the computer 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer 4 Close the disp...

Page 63: ...e memory module slot cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve it later Static electricity can damage the memory module Before you handle the module touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up To avoid damaging the memory module be careful not to touch its gold connector bar on the side you insert into the computer 8 Remove the new memory module fr...

Page 64: ... module into the slot The clips on either side of the memory module click to secure the memory module Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems 11 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the screw 12 Turn the computer over and restart it You can now continue setting up the computer When the opera...

Page 65: ...age the computer and the device Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost In either of the above cases the Standby configuration will not be saved The following message appears when you turn on the power Warning Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue If the computer hangs up when y...

Page 66: ... you can check that the computer has recognized the change To do this 1 Click Start then click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click System 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows total memory If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration turn off the computer remove the memory slot cover and make sure the memory module is seated properly as describ...

Page 67: ...s occurs push the Esc or Windows key to return it to its original position Connecting a local printer Before you can connect a printer you need a suitable USB printer cable which may have been provided with your printer Otherwise you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the prin...

Page 68: ...r is on turn it off 2 Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect the other end to one of the computer s USB ports 3 Plug the printer s power cable into a live electrical outlet 4 See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps For more information on getting your printer to print see Printing your work on page 94 Setting up your printer Setting up a printer involve...

Page 69: ...ou can use it to install the printer on your computer The manufacturer s disc may include additional drivers and fonts To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard 1 Click Start and then Printers and Faxes The operating system opens the Printers and Faxes window Sample Printers and Faxes window 2 Click Add Printer The Add Printer Wizard appears ...

Page 70: ...anual for more information 4 If the printer you are setting up Is not connected to a network select Local printer attached to this computer Is connected to a network select Network printer or a printer attached to another computer 5 Click Next The Add Printer Wizard looks for a Plug and Play printer If it does not locate one click Next The Add Printer Wizard prompts you for the printer port 6 Sele...

Page 71: ... difference 9 If you want this printer to be The default printer click Yes Available when specifically requested click No 10 Click Next 11 Click Finish The Windows XP operating system prints a test page 12 To complete the setup click OK You are now ready to print Depending on your program you may see various messages indicating the status of your print job TECHNICAL NOTE Some printers require a sp...

Page 72: ...e 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 diskette drive To connect an optional external USB diskette drive connect the cable to one of the USB ports Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive ...

Page 73: ...r computer for the type of device you are connecting To do this refer to the documentation for your operating system and the device Connecting the display device If you are connecting a television or other video display device to the computer s Component Video Out port first refer to Selecting video cables below for guidelines on choosing a video cable then refer to Connecting a standard televisio...

Page 74: ...nnecting to the Component Video Out port on your computer 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 mo...

Page 75: ...al 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 c...

Page 76: ...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 77: ...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 78: ...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 79: ...or 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 or Shut down Hibernate and Standby Each option has its advantages Use the Turn Off command if you are using the W...

Page 80: ...on gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer For information about taking care of your computer s battery see Running the computer on battery power on page 115 Cleaning the computer Keep liquids including 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...

Page 81: ...ature set the computer will perform one of the following Nothing Standby Hibernate or Turn Off see Enabling Hibernation on page 237 Moving the computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure all disk activity has ended the drive indicator light stops glowing and all external peripheral cables are disconnected Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back where...

Page 82: ... Computer Lock Cable Sample PORT Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable To secure the computer 1 Loop the cable through or around some 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 c...

Page 83: ...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 92 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 84: ...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 85: ... 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 86: ...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 87: ...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 88: ...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 89: ...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 90: ...le 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 double click the folder containing the program in this case Program Files Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the ri...

Page 91: ...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 92: ...ting battery alarms on page 122 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 93: ...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 94: ... 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 95: ...ve 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 96: ... 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 97: ...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 locate...

Page 98: ... launches Windows Media Center and activates the TV interface For more information see Watching Television Programs on page 190 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 201 The Play pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playing The Stop eject button sto...

Page 99: ...play 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 Start All Programs Accessories Entertainment Volume Control 1 Make sure the computer is turned on 2 Make sure the in use indicator light ...

Page 100: ... 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 CDs or DVDs Discs on page 103 6 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up ...

Page 101: ...drive s lens located underneath the drive s spindle or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray If you insert the disc incorrectly it may jam the drive If this happens contact your Toshiba support for assistance 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks...

Page 102: ...Removing a disc with the computer on Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in use light is glowing Doing so could damage the disk or the drive 1 Locate and press the eject button The disc tray partially opens 2 Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open 3 Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its protective cover If the disc is spinning whe...

Page 103: ...ore your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it Do not apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a disc Hold a disc by its outside edge Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the DVD ROM drive or multi function drive from reading the data properly Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or ...

Page 104: ... and for other product information be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com Connecting the modem to a phone line Your computer comes with a built in modem To use the modem you must connect it to a standard voice grade RJ 11 telephone line This cable must be purchased separately 1 Attach one end of a standard RJ 11 telephone cable to the modem port 2 Plug the other...

Page 105: ...cessories then to Communications 3 Click Network Setup Wizard or Network Connections 4 Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number The computer connects with the network 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 disk light an...

Page 106: ...d and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command The following procedures describe how to shut down 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 di...

Page 107: ...2 Select Shut down from the drop down list 3 Click OK The computer shuts down completely Shutting down more quickly You can also shut down 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...

Page 108: ...ges to green If you shut down the computer by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel 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 Restor...

Page 109: ...an restarting from Standby because information is being retrieved 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 i...

Page 110: ...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 111: ...rk first To power down the computer using the Standby command click Start Turn off computer and select Stand By Sample Turn off computer 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 tur...

Page 112: ...to enable them 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 the Setup Action tab 4 Select Stand by for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Standby to put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to S...

Page 113: ...screen you were previously using If you place the computer in Standby mode by closing the display panel you can start it again by opening the display panel Toshiba s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect These sites provide information about Toshiba products give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades For more infor...

Page 114: ... 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 115: ...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 116: ...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 117: ...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 118: ... 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 119: ...e real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working To recharge the RTC battery connect the computer and leave it powered on for 24 hours 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 mo...

Page 120: ...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 121: ... 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 122: ...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 123: ...al 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 comput...

Page 124: ...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 230 Using a hot key to set the power profile You may use a hot key to set the power ...

Page 125: ...le see Power Saver on page 230 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 126: ...down and 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 127: ...f used batteries on page 130 Inserting the battery into the computer Assuming you just removed the battery pack see Removing the battery from the computer on page 126 1 Place the battery pack in the battery compartment If the battery does not slide into the slot easily move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again Do not force the battery into position 2 Ensure the battery r...

Page 128: ...y Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse 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 im...

Page 129: ...attery 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 LED 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 LED should glow green and the Batte...

Page 130: ...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 131: ... 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 132: ...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 133: ...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 134: ...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 135: ...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 136: ...d to one of the computer s COM communications ports The default setting for the modem is COM3 The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings If you are having trouble connecting through the modem you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it To find out which port your modem is conne...

Page 137: ...of your modem and Windows XP documentation 8 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem 9 Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box 10 Close the Control Panel Connecting the modem to a telephone line Before you can use the modem you must connect it to a standard voice grade telephone line For more information see Connecting to a phone line on page 173 Connecting yo...

Page 138: ...nd click New Connection Wizard 3 Enter the phone number of your network connection and let the program dial the number The computer connects to the network Using the Ethernet LAN Port When your computer starts Windows attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP server If the computer is not connected to a network it may pause a few minutes as it waits for a reply To avoid this d...

Page 139: ...N Connectivity The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN module This is a technology that expands wireless communication beyond ne...

Page 140: ... Enabling a wireless device on page 274 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 Using the Wi Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI module Your com...

Page 141: ...mation An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features The Internet The World Wide Web Internet Service Providers Internet Service Providers Connecting to the Internet Surfing the Internet Internet features Uploading and downloading files from the Internet The Internet The Internet is an association of thousands o...

Page 142: ...rvice Providers To connect a computer directly to the Internet many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider ISP An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone and modem or through other higher speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines DSL c...

Page 143: ... Surfing the Internet Once connected to the Internet the Web browser displays a home page for example your ISP s home page on the Internet or your company s Web site home page To visit a desired Web site type the Web address The Web address or Uniform Resource Locator URL is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet Web addresses can also appear within a Web page s text a...

Page 144: ...ng a dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with others in real time it uses a Web site as a clearinghouse where all the messages are placed like a gigantic bulletin board Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale Uploading and downloading files from the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading transferring data from you...

Page 145: ...when using Windows Media Player 9 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 computer is off you can press the CD DVD button to play the CD using QosmioPlayer refer to Using QosmioPlayer on page 157 for more information To acces...

Page 146: ...Player control panel To stop the CD click the Stop button Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD turn the volume dial down Playing the CD with the volume set too high could damage your ears Playing CDs using Auto Run If you insert a CD into the DVD ROM multi function drive and the Auto Run feature does not automatically start your disk try launching the CD manually To do this follow thes...

Page 147: ...the associated software to open the files on the disk Creating a CD or DVD Your computer may come with a multi function drive that allows you to Play pre recorded DVDs Play pre recorded CDs Read and write files depending on your system configuration and music files to CD Recordable CD R and CD Rewritable CD RW discs and read and write DVD R RW DVD RAM and DVD R RW discs Copy protection technology ...

Page 148: ...for storing sound TECHNICAL NOTE If you record MP3 files you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files Using a microphone To record high quality sounds you can attach a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer by locating the microphone jack near the front of the right side of the computer 2 Plug the microphone cord into the jack 3 Turn on the micro...

Page 149: ... at a time 8 To hear what you just recorded click the Play button 9 To save the file select Save from the File menu Adjusting recording quality The better the quality of the recording the more disk space the sound file requires Experiment to 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...

Page 150: ...a pair of external stereo speakers TECHNICAL NOTE Use amplified speakers that require an external power source Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones 1 Locate the headphone jack near the front of the right side of the computer 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the cable from the headphones or ...

Page 151: ...tomatic configuration and hot swapping the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on Inserting and removing PC Cards Your Qosmio E15 Series computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards Type I cards You can install one of these cards Type II cards You can install one of these cards Inserting a PC Card Use caution when lifting or turning your compu...

Page 152: ... the computer 3 Insert the PC Card Sample inserting a PC Card 4 When the card is almost all the way into the slot push firmly but gently to ensure a firm connection with the computer Do not force the card into position Removing 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 1 Locate the PC Card eject butto...

Page 153: ...uter To set up your PC Card refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online help Using the Bridge Media slot Your computer is equipped with a Bridge Media Slot which supports the use of Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO media Secure DigitalTM SDTM Cards or xD Picture Cards This media can be used with a variety of digital products digital music p...

Page 154: ... Stick PRO media Do not remove Memory Stick media while data is being written or read Even when the message copying in the windows disappears writing to the media might still be in progress 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 stoppe...

Page 155: ...to static electricity which can destroy data Do not remove an SD Card while data is being written or read Even when the message copying in the 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 sa...

Page 156: ...e area to static electricity which can destroy data Do not remove an xD Picture Card while data is being written or read Even when the message copying in the 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 xD Picture Card 1 Right click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the c...

Page 157: ...based application When using the QosmioPlayer the Audio Video recording feature will not function To start the QosmioPlayer 1 If the computer is on turn it off or place it in Hibernation mode The computer must either be off or in Hibernation mode for QosmioPlayer to start If the computer is powered on or in Stand By mode turn off the computer before trying to start QosmioPlayer 2 Press the appropr...

Page 158: ...tton only works when using the Windows Media Center Edition and is not operational when using QosmioPlayer Playing an audio CD Insert a supported audio CD into your DVD ROM 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 ...

Page 159: ... guide CTRL S Press the CTRL S keys to shuffle the CD currently playing 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 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 p...

Page 160: ...he Windows operating system F1 Press this key once to display the basic DVD guide options Press the key twice 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 Pre...

Page 161: ...ou 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 connected to the computer The first time you watch television use the Setup menu to scan the available channels and select other settings To di...

Page 162: ...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 163: ... to view pictures and to watch television programs through QosmioPlayer The remote control helps you navigate the QosmioPlayer windows on your computer 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 video or live TV display The remote c...

Page 164: ...layer Remote Control Buttons Overview The QosmioPlayer Remote Control Power TV Media Numbers Brightness Input Full Screen Select Set Up Channel Rewind Previous Display Angle DVD Menu Arrows Back Volume Control Mute Forward Play Pause Next Audio Subtitle Stop Selector OK Button ...

Page 165: ...ove toward sun icon or darkens the screen Numbers Changes channels TV mode or media selections CD DVD mode Arrows Moves the cursor to navigate within QosmioPlayer windows Select Selects on screen options OK Selects the desired action or window option It acts like the Enter key If watching TV in full screen mode pressing OK switches back to the previously viewed channel Press again to toggle back I...

Page 166: ...ext Moves media forward 30 seconds for videos and live TV one music track or one DVD chapter Play Pause Plays or pauses the media Full Screen Enlarges the video image Forward Moves media forward Remote Control Button Groups Use your remote control to navigate all the QosmioPlayer windows Your remote control includes four major groups of controls Direct Access The direct access buttons let you plac...

Page 167: ... Media launches QosmioPlayer in Media mode when the computer is turned off or in Hibernation mode Use this mode to play DVDs and CDs When the computer is powered on use this button to launch Windows Media Center Edition 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 connect...

Page 168: ...kward 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 that is playing Use Skip to move forward in the selected audio or video file For music Skip moves to the next track For DVDs Skip moves to the next chapter For videos and live TV and videos Skip moves ahead 30 seconds Use Previous to move backw...

Page 169: ...V button to start QosmioPlayer in TV mode To play a DVD CD press the Media button to start QosmioPlayer in Media mode Once QosmioPlayer starts you can use the TV and Media buttons to switch between TV and Media modes 4 To access the inputs to the TV tuner S video Composite In and Antenna In press the Input button with QosmioPlayer in TV mode 5 If you wish to watch television press the Set Up butto...

Page 170: ...ms 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 you have two options Select the Extend Windows Area check box to reclaim approximately 100 MB of hard disk drive space then click UNISTALL or Click UNISTALL 6 When the Delete dialog box appears click OK A final uninstall war...

Page 171: ... 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 On systems with QosmioPlayer previously uninstalled If you have previously removed QosmioPlayer from your computer and wish to reinstall it doing so will require you to recover the entire system using the Recovery media that shipped with your computer a...

Page 172: ...our computer to it s original configuration using the provided Recovery media For more information see the instructions that shipped with your Recovery media Connecting your modem to a telephone line Your computer comes with a built in modem that can be connected to a standard voice grade telephone line The modem allows you to Access the Internet Communicate with your office s local area network L...

Page 173: ...wing 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 other end to an RJ 11 wall jack Sample connecting to a wall jack The modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line Do not connect the mo...

Page 174: ...ng your modem to a telephone line 5 375 x 8 375 ver 2 3 Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet For more information on using a modem see Setting up for communications on page 136 ...

Page 175: ...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 DVD mov...

Page 176: ...n also record or view TV programs If you have to operate your PC during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna you should operate your PC 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 PC during a thunderstorm Transmission quality ma...

Page 177: ...not shipped with your computer or system from the TV s audio connection to the headphone jack on the right side of your computer 4 Turn on the TV then turn on the computer 5 To send the display signal to the TV press the Instant TV Out button which is the right most button of the Media control buttons above the keyboard or press FN F5 and then toggle to the TV icon This step must be taken before l...

Page 178: ...R 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 player or Set top box to the Composite In port on the back of the computer Connect a coaxial cable from the VCR DVD player or Set top box to the coaxial Antenna In port on the back of the computer For...

Page 179: ...sor 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 2 Connect the IR remote sensor cable 3 5 mm connector to the port on the IR receiver 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 180: ...acking 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 For information on configuring the Media Center and the Remote Sensor refer to your Electronic User s Guide Starting the Media Center To start the Media Center Click Start and then click Media Center You can also point the remote co...

Page 181: ... complete the setup procedure you need to Be logged on as an 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 If you have...

Page 182: ...e to browse through your pictures watch videos play music and even record TV while using other Windows programs Simply resize the Media Center windows as you would any other window For more information refer to your Windows 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 r...

Page 183: ...itle Bar to 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...

Page 184: ...en mode use the arrows on the remote 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 computer just as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or controls ...

Page 185: ...puter into a power reduced Stand By state Record Records the selected television program and stores it on your hard disk Stop Stops the media currently playing REW Rewind Moves the media video DVD music and so on backwards Stand By OK MY Music Record REW Guide Skip FWD Stop Pause Back Arrow buttons Live TV Volume Clear MY TV My Pictures My Video Play Replay DVD Menu 0 to 9 Enter Channel More Info ...

Page 186: ...annels and programs to watch and record Arrow buttons Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows OK Selects the desired action or window option It acts like the Enter key If watching TV in full screen mode pressing OK switches back to the previous viewed channel Press again to toggle back It acts the same way as a Jump button on some TV remote controls Live TV A shortcut to the full ...

Page 187: ...ncludes four major groups of controls Stand By and Direct Access The Stand By button places the computer in and out of Stand By reduced power mode The direct access buttons open specific windows within Media Center Media playback The media playback buttons control the playback of music DVD movies videos recorded and live TV programs and picture slide shows Navigation and other direct access The na...

Page 188: ... the My Pictures or the Shared Pictures folder in Windows Explorer Video opens the My Videos window where you can search for sort and play back your recorded video files that are stored in the My Videos or the Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer 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 fr...

Page 189: ...s The Record button works only when MY TV is used to play a TV show It is inactive when other media is playing While watching live TV or in the Guide you can press the Record button once to record a TV show In the Guide you can press Record twice to record a TV series In the Guide press Record three times to cancel recording Use Stop to stop selected media from playing When this is pressed while y...

Page 190: ...othing 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 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 Watching Television Programs Before you can watch TV using Media Center make sure your computer is set ...

Page 191: ...rning if there are any recording conflicts Create a recorded TV library Search for TV shows to watch or record using the Television Program Guide Quickly check which TV shows you have scheduled to record Search for TV shows by title keyword or category If your computer enters Standby mode while you are viewing television and you resume the computer the live TV screen is blank Press the OK button t...

Page 192: ...m the TV Guide In the TV Guide you can scroll through a list of the current television programs and channels available from your television service provider The TV Guide displays the channel and network as well as the show title and scheduled time block The number of days displayed depends on your television service provider By selecting a program title a detailed description of the program appear...

Page 193: ...arlier in the day Use the arrows at the bottom of the screen to display additional channels available for viewing Use the remote control CH PG keys to scroll the listing To view a program double click it or select it with the remote control and click OK If the desired program is currently playing the inset window will maximize and the program will play Watching a Recorded TV Program Recorded TV is...

Page 194: ...the arrow buttons to move through the list select a program and then press OK on the remote control Select the option to change and then press OK again Using the arrow buttons select the recorded program you want to watch and then press the OK button on the remote control to begin watching the program Searching for a TV Program You can search the TV Guide to find a TV program by entering a title k...

Page 195: ...o begin watching the program in full screen mode If the show is not currently playing select Record Show or Record Series and then press OK Sample Searching for a TV program screen 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 wind...

Page 196: ...is means the show will not be recorded unless the conflict is resolved 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 the TV channel you last selected will be displayed in the inset window at the bottom of the window When scheduling a ...

Page 197: ...ote control to find the show you want to record select the show and then press OK You can also press the numeric buttons on the remote control to go directly to a channel Press the right arrow button in the Guide to select a show that will be broadcast in the future 3 Select Record in the window and press OK on the remote control to record the show The Record icon appears next to the show in Guide...

Page 198: ...cord select the show and then press OK 4 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 5 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window If there is a recording conflict the Media Center displays a message and allows you to select which show you want t...

Page 199: ...nual recording Enter letters by using the numeric keypad on the remote to name the recording and then select Save 7 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 service provider Change settings for your Internet Service Provider Manually update the MY TV...

Page 200: ...ording The TV Guide The TV Signal Adjust display settings Audio settings To make a change click on the desired setting Changing recording priorities If Media Center encounters a recording conflict between two series then Media Center uses the series priorities list 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...

Page 201: ...Ds 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 music CDs You c...

Page 202: ...Start on the taskbar and then click Windows Media Player 2 Click the Media Library tab on the side of the window The first time you select Media Library a message tells you that Windows Media Player needs to search your computer for your music files 3 Click Yes Windows 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 Li...

Page 203: ...lete a file from the Windows Media Player Library select the music file right click the mouse and then select Delete from Library Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library You can place all your music files into the My Music folder or into 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 ...

Page 204: ...c 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 then restart Media Center to play your music files...

Page 205: ...c After you have added 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 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 In the My Music window select Albums Artists Playlists View Songs or Genres ...

Page 206: ... 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 In the My Music window select View Songs The list displays all the songs in your media library 2 Use the arrow buttons to select a song and then press OK or Play on the remote control to play it 3 Use the controls at the bottom of the screen to stop or pause the ...

Page 207: ...um and then press OK on the remote control You can also select Shuffle to rearrange the music tracks on the album Play to play the album selected The Now Playing window opens and the album starts playing 4 In the Play window select a song and press OK on the remote control You can also select View Song to view cover art and play one track View Tracks to view a list of all tracks on the album Shuff...

Page 208: ... Click Start on the taskbar and select Windows Media Player 2 Select Media Library 3 Click New playlist in the toolbar type in a name for your playlist and then click OK Your new playlist should appear under the My Playlists area of the Media Player window 4 In the Media Library select the music file that you want to add to your playlist 5 Click Add to playlist in the toolbar and then select your ...

Page 209: ...View and scroll through pictures that are in the My Pictures folder by using your remote control or your keyboard and mouse Sample My Pictures screen After you organize your pictures in the My Pictures folder in Windows Explorer open Media Center to view your pictures 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to open the Media Center Start menu 2 Select My Pictures The right side of the windo...

Page 210: ... My Pictures 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select the folder of pictures you want to view as a slide show and then press OK 4 Use the left and right arrow buttons 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...

Page 211: ...a Center makes it easy to play home video files you created or video files you downloaded from the Internet In My Videos you 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 Sample My Videos screen ...

Page 212: ...nd store your videos click Start on the taskbar click My Documents and then double click the My Videos folder If you want to share your videos with others place them in the Shared Video folder To do this click Start on the taskbar click My Documents click the Shared Documents folder under Other Places and then double click the Shared Video folder You can add delete edit rename and organize your vi...

Page 213: ...le and return to the My Videos window Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode 1 On the Media Center Start menu select My Videos 2 On the My Videos menu 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 retur...

Page 214: ...D 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 2 Press the Start button on the remote control 3 If a DVD menu appears use the remote control or the mouse to select the DVD menu items and control the DVD movie playback 4 Press Stop on th...

Page 215: ...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 things in Media Center or in other programs from your...

Page 216: ...reen Administrator Controlled Settings Some settings apply to all Media Center windows for all users and must be set up by the administrator These settings are Parental Control sets up rating permissions for TV viewing This setting requires the administrator to use a separate password This option may not be available with your model Set up Internet connection sets up Internet connection Guide sets...

Page 217: ... menu select Settings You may need to select the scroll arrows in the Start menu to view Settings 2 In the Settings window select General 3 In the General window do one of the following Select Appearance to turn transition animations or notifications on or off Use the arrow buttons to select the item to change and then press OK on the remote control Select OK in the window and then press OK again ...

Page 218: ...on about your version of Media Center 4 Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the main Settings window Changing TV Recorder Settings The TV Recorder settings allow you to control your recording priorities and options in Media Center 1 In the Media Center Start menu select Settings 2 Select TV 3 Select Recorder Select History to check a list of scheduled recordings delete schedul...

Page 219: ...ormance You may need to free up storage space to record more programs or to optimize the PC s performance To increase disk space you can Delete recorded shows from the Recorded TV window For more information refer to the MY TV chapter 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 perce...

Page 220: ...lect TV 3 In the TV settings menu select Guide Select Customize 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 Change lineup to change the network and Guide information for channels to display correctly Select Get Guide data to manually update the Television Program Guide from the Internet Media Center c...

Page 221: ...n the remote control to enter your password 4 Select DVD Ratings 5 Use the arrow buttons to select Turn on movie blocking and then press OK 6 Use the arrow buttons to select Block unrated movies and then press OK 7 Use the arrow buttons to select the or area Press the OK button on the remote control to scroll through the movie rating levels When you find the one you want use the arrow buttons to s...

Page 222: ...t closed captioning Closed captioning displays the TV s spoken audio in text format for those who are unable to hear the audio To select closed captioning 1 In the Media Center Start menu select MY TV 2 Select Settings 3 Select Audio 4 Use the arrow buttons to select the or buttons Press OK on the remote control to scroll through the choices available Audio If you select Secondary Audio Program SA...

Page 223: ...2 In the Settings window select Pictures 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an option Select the or button and then press the OK button on the remote control to increase or decrease the transition time Select OK in the Settings window and then press OK on the remote control to enter the setting and go back to the Settings window Select the check icon and then press the OK butt...

Page 224: ...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 Enabling Hibernation Using a supervisor password ...

Page 225: ...m to 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 269 You can assign any...

Page 226: ...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 227: ...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 228: ... 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 229: ...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 230: ...l ConfigFree CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility Network The Network category features Connectivity Doctor Security The feature available in this category is Supervisor password Power Saver The Power Saver feature enables you to control your computer s power usage regardless of the source and use the many preset power modes or create one yourself To access Power Save...

Page 231: ...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 Properties window and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply Profiles This section lists the preset profiles along with the estimate...

Page 232: ...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 a power mode 1 Highlight the profile you want to modify 2 Change the settings you want on the Basic Setup tab 3 You may also change settings on the Setup Action tab Keep in mind however that by def...

Page 233: ... 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 Toshiba Hardware Settings Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows To access it open the Start menu click Control Panel then Printers and Other Hardware Then cli...

Page 234: ... the dynamic CPU frequency mode Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system Keyboard Allows you to configure an external PS 2 keyboard to emulate the Fn function key and access the wake on keyboard function LAN Allows you to set networking functions By changing any of the options that appear in the dialog boxes and clicking Ap...

Page 235: ... maximize the ambient surrounding light To access the Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility through the TOSHIBA Console double click the Picture Enhancement icon Sample Toshiba Picture Enhancement Utility Clicking the Monitor Input Settings button displays a screen for selecting external input settings for devices such as video cameras and games Sample Monitor Input Settings screen ...

Page 236: ...DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer does not operate when running QosmioPlayer Please use Windows Media Center or Media Player if you want to use the CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer When you change the CD DVD drive to Quiet mode the setting is only valid for the current Windows session If you shut down restart log off or resume from hibernation the setting will revert back to Normal speed The setting can a...

Page 237: ... can enable hibernation through this utility To power down the computer using the Hibernation option click Start select Turn off computer When you hold down the Shift key the Standby button changes to Hibernate Hold down the Shift key then select Hibernate The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then powers down completely TECHNICAL NOT...

Page 238: ...one person uses the computer Using 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 th...

Page 239: ...also 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 240: ...g TOSHIBA Console selection You may also 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 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 th...

Page 241: ...likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding 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...

Page 242: ...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 information that the software manufacturer needs to help you s...

Page 243: ...ns 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 the documentation that came with the conflicting device and Res...

Page 244: ...tinue If pressing any key does not work press Ctrl Alt and Del 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 XP message ap...

Page 245: ...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 246: ...dress 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 The World Wide Web is constantly changing ...

Page 247: ...e 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 s left pane A list of category links appear 3 Click the Fixing a hardware problem 4 Choose from specific topics and follow the steps If there is still a probl...

Page 248: ...mory 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 it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor s time Direct Memory Access Similarly the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in me...

Page 249: ...ing 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 ramifications of changing them Disabling a device 1 Open the Start menu click Control Panel then Performance and Maintenance 2 Click the Administrative Tools icon 3 Click the Computer Management and then Device...

Page 250: ...e 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 Properties dialog box which provides an array of tabs They include TheGeneraltab whichprovidesbasicinformationabout the device The Resource tab which lists resources assigned to the monitor DVD ROM multi function drive diske...

Page 251: ...heck for the error again 6 If the error recurs remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again If removing the memory module eliminates the error the memory module may be faulty If the error recurs without the memory module installed the error is not caused by the memory module TECHICAL NOTE You must have a least one memory module installed for the computer to work Power and the ba...

Page 252: ...battery The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes let the comput...

Page 253: ...y to turn off the numeric keypad light If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Refer to the software s documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys You have connected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages If yo...

Page 254: ...y attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen The screen does not look right You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button then clicking Properties This opens the Display Properties dialog box The...

Page 255: ...ppears 2 Click Properties then click the Settings tab 3 Adjust the screen resolution and or color quality 4 Click OK The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal External mode Small bright dots ...

Page 256: ...ure you are identifying the drive by its correct name A or C Error checking Run Error checking which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds To run Error checking 1 Click Start then click My Computer 2 Right click the drive you want to check and select Properties from the menu The drive s properties box appears 3 Click the Tools tab ...

Page 257: ...em If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs A diskette will not go into the external diskette drive You may already have a diskette in the drive Make sure the drive is empty You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly Hold the diskette with the hub side facing down and insert it so that the metal head window cover goe...

Page 258: ... with a clean damp cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Replace the disc in the tray Make sure it is lying flat label side uppermost Press the disc down until it locks on the spindle Close the drive tray carefully making sure it has shut completely You press the disc eject button but the drive tray does not slide out Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on The DVD...

Page 259: ...Mute feature in the Mixer Utility default Enabled may cause feedback Revert to the default settings PC Card problems PC Cards PCMCIA compatible include many types of devices such as a removable hard disk additional memory or a pager Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards If you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together several sections...

Page 260: ...er it may not work under the operating system Contact the manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the card under the operating system PC Card checklist Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot See Inserting and removing PC Cards on page 151 for information about how to insert PC Cards Make sure all cables are securely connected Occasionally a defective PC Card slips th...

Page 261: ...m Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I O base address See Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 249 for more information Since all PC Cards share the same socket each card is not required to have its own address Hot swapping removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off fails Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card 1 Double click ...

Page 262: ...inting when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in Connecting a local printer on page 67 You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable St...

Page 263: ... connected to the computer s modem port and the telephone line jack Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port Check the communications parameters baud rate parity data length and stop bits specified in the communications program It should be set up to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher Refer to...

Page 264: ... software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape Some people use a combination of these methods backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to diskette on a daily basis If you have installed your own programs you should 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 ...

Page 265: ... Try the following before contacting Toshiba Review the troubleshooting 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 de...

Page 266: ...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 269: ...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 270: ...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 114 ...

Page 271: ... 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 110 ...

Page 272: ...ode 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 For more information on Hibernation mode see Enabling Hibernation on page 237 ...

Page 273: ...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 274: ...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 275: ... 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 276: ...res a universal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power 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 277: ...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 279 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 278: ...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 279: ...Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems Using Connectivity Doctor you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer 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 ...

Page 280: ... 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 281: ...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 282: ...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 283: ...vices The following screen shows an example of Bluetooth devices that are detected As wirh 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 284: ...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 285: ...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 286: ... 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 287: ...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 288: ...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 289: ...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 290: ...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 291: ...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 292: ...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 293: ...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 294: ...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 295: ... 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 296: ...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 297: ... 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 298: ... 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 299: ...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 300: ...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 301: ... 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 302: ...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 303: ...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 304: ...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 305: ...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 306: ...assign keys Fn esse 227 audio wav files 148 features 145 Auto Run 146 avoiding injury 43 B backing up files 84 battery alarms 122 changing 125 charge does not last 252 charging 55 charging before use 49 conserving power 123 disposal 130 installing 125 not charging 252 power usage hot key 124 power usage mode 270 removing 126 127 unlocking 126 battery power displaying remaining 120 monitoring 120 B...

Page 307: ...er 115 setting up 62 turning off 79 warning resume failure message 244 computer placement 43 computer setup 49 computer friendly environment 42 computing tips 83 connecting modem 104 to a network 105 Connecting external AV input de vices 77 Connecting external display devices 73 connecting to a power source 52 connection set up 138 conserving battery power 123 Contents CDs 102 DVDs 102 control but...

Page 308: ... discs 100 problems 258 removing 102 troubleshooting 250 E environmental considerations 44 ergonomics 44 posture 44 error messages device driver conflict 247 general hardware problem 247 non system disk or disk error 244 257 problem with display settings current settings not working with hardware 255 program has performed an illegal operation 242 warning resume failure 244 Error checking 256 Ether...

Page 309: ...71 volume mute 269 wireless mode 274 hot key power usage mode 124 hot key utility 232 233 I i LINK connecting video devices 151 FCC 3 icon 133 134 definition 40 desktop 134 hint 40 Internet Explorer 134 moving to desktop 133 Recycle Bin 134 safety 39 technical note 40 Industry Canada requirement 4 inserting CDs and DVDs 100 installing main battery 125 mouse 67 instant passwords using 238 Internal ...

Page 310: ...ory expansion slots 62 problem solving 251 removing expansion slot cover 63 memory module inserting 63 removing 66 Memory Stick inserting 154 removing 154 microphone 148 built in 148 Microsoft Internet Explorer 104 Microsoft Support Online Web site 247 modem connecting to a telephone line 172 determining COM port 136 port 104 problem solving 263 resetting port to default settings 136 upgrading 136...

Page 311: ...0 power source 52 power usage mode 123 hot key 124 power usage mode hot key 270 powering down using Standby 111 precautions 46 54 other computer use 46 primary button 59 printer choosing a driver 68 local connecting 67 problem solving 262 263 set up 68 printing a file 94 problem solving AC power 252 accessing disk drives 243 battery charge does not last 252 battery not charging 252 cannot access D...

Page 312: ... dead 260 261 power and batteries 251 printer 262 263 program not responding 241 program not working properly 257 screen does not look right flickers 254 system resources 248 trouble prevention 264 URL address not found 246 using Startup options 245 warning resume failure 244 Windows won t start 243 Windows XP Media Center Edition not working 244 program starting 89 programs not running correctly ...

Page 313: ...sound recording 149 sounds recording 148 speakers using external 150 Stand By mode hot key 271 Standby low battery 122 Standby mode going into more quickly 112 starting again from 113 start button 134 starting a program 89 Run dialog box 91 Windows Explorer 90 Windows Start menu 89 starting up the computer from Shut down 108 from Standby 113 Startup menu problem solving 245 stored data protection ...

Page 314: ...warranty SelectServ 41 61 104 115 Web sites 266 Support Online 247 Web sites Toshiba 267 Wi Fi wireless networking 137 Wi Fi Mini PCI modules 140 Windows Explorer 90 Windows Media Player 145 Windows Start menu 89 Windows XP Media Center Edition Help 246 Help and Support 246 problem solving 244 Windows XP Media Center Edition desktop 132 Windows XP Media Center Edition taskbar 135 wireless interope...