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Toshiba TECRA M8 Series User Manual

Toshiba TECRA M8 Series User Manual (254 pages)

Toshiba Laptop User Manual

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.39 MB

Table of Contents

Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Wireless Lan and Your Health
7
Regulatory Information
8
Device Authorization
11
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
12
Wireless Lan Card
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
27
Introduction
35
- This Guide
  36
- Safety Icons
  37
  - Other Icons Used
    37
- Other Documentation
  38
- Service Options
  38
Chapter 1: Getting Started

39
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

81
- Computing Tips
  81
- Using the Keyboard
  83
  - Character Keys
    83
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    83
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    84
  - Function Keys
    84
  - Special Windows ® Keys
    84
  - Overlay Keys
    85
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    85
- Starting a Program
  86
- Saving Your Work
  88
- Printing Your Work
  90
- Backing up Your Work
  91
  - Restoring Your Work
    92
- Using the Optical Drive
  92
  - Optical Drive Components
    93
  - Inserting a Compact Disc
    93
  - Playing an Audio CD
    95
  - Playing Optical Media
    96
  - Creating a CD/DVD
    96
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on
    97
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off
    97
  - Caring for CD or DVD Discs
    98
  - Toshiba's Online Resources
    98
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

99
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  99
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  100
  - Battery Notice
    100
  - Power Management
    101
  - Using Additional Batteries
    102
- Charging Batteries
  102
  - Charging the Main Battery
    102
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    103
- Monitoring Main Battery Power
  104
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    106
  - What to Do When the Main Battery Runs Low
    106
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    107
  - Conserving Battery Power
    107
  - Power Profiles
    108
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
    109
- Changing the Main Battery
  109
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    110
  - Inserting a Charged Battery
    111
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  113
  - Safety Precautions
    113
  - Maintaining Your Battery
    114
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  115
- Traveling Tips
  116
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features

117
- Exploring the Desktop
  117
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    118
- Setting up for Communications
  120
  - Connecting a Modem to a Telephone Line
    121
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    122
  - An Overview of Using the Internet
    124
  - The Internet
    124
  - The World Wide Web
    125
  - Internet Service Providers
    125
  - Connecting to the Internet
    125
  - Surfing the Internet
    126
  - Internet Features
    126
  - Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
    127
- Exploring Audio Features
  127
  - Recording Sounds
    127
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    128
- Web Cam
  129
- Using PC Cards
  129
  - Inserting a PC Card
    129
  - Removing a PC Card
    130
  - Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
    131
- Using an Expresscard
  131
  - Inserting an Expresscard
    131
  - Removing an Expresscard
    132
- Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot
  133
  - Inserting Memory Media
    133
  - Removing Memory Media
    134
- Using the I.link ® Port
  134
Chapter 5: Utilities

135
- TOSHIBA Assist
  136
  - Connect
    137
  - Secure
    138
  - Protect & Fix
    139
  - Optimize
    140
- TOSHIBA Application Installer
  141
- Setting Passwords
  142
  - Using an Instant Password
    142
  - Using a Supervisor Password
    142
  - Toshiba Assist
    143
  - Using a User Password
    144
  - Deleting a User Password
    145
- TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
  146
- TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility
  147
- TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
  148
- TOSHIBA Power Saver
  149
  - Preset Power Profiles
    150
  - Quickly Creating a New Power Profile
    150
  - Customizing a Power Profile
    150
- Mouse Utility
  151
- Toshiba Hardware Setup
  152
- TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  153
- Toshiba Button Controls
  155
- CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
  156
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  157
- Fingerprint Authentication Utility
  158
  - Fingerprint Utility Limitations
    158
  - Fingerprint Enrollment
    158
  - Fingerprint Logon
    160
  - Power-On Security
    160
  - Control Center
    161
  - Password Bank
    163
  - Care and Maintenance of Your Fingerprint Reader
    167
  - Fingerprint Reader Limitations
    168
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

169
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  169
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  171
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  173
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  175
  - A Plan of Action
    175
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    176
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    177
  - Memory Problems
    179
  - Power and the Batteries
    179
  - Keyboard Problems
    181
  - Display Problems
    181
  - Disk Drive Problems
    183
  - Optical Drive Problems
    185
  - Sound System Problems
    186
  - PC Card Problems
    186
  - Expresscard™ Problems
    189
  - Printer Problems
    191
  - Modem Problems
    192
  - Wireless Networking Problems
    193
- DVD Operating Problems
  195
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  197
  - Data and System Configuration Backup in the Windows ® Operating System
    198
- If You Need Further Assistance
  202
  - Before You Contact Toshiba
    202
  - Contacting Toshiba
    203
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  203
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  204
Appendix A: Hot Keys

206
- Volume Mute
  206
- Password Security
  206
- Power Profile
  208
- Standby Mode
  208
- Hibernation Mode
  209
- Display Modes
  210
- Display Brightness
  210
- Disabling or Enabling Wireless Devices
  211
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  211
- Zooming Applications In/Out
  211
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  212
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

213
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your

214
- Toshiba Computer
  214
- Getting Started
  215
  - Starting Configfree
    215
- Configfree Utilities
  217
  - Connectivity Doctor
    217
  - Search for Wireless Devices
    219
  - Profile Settings
    224
  - Configfree SUMMIT
    226
  - Quick Connect
    230
- Using the Automatic Switch
  232
- Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
  233
- Glossary
  234
- Index
  248

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Toshiba TECRA M8 Series User Manual

Toshiba TECRA M8 Series User Manual (194 pages)

Toshiba Satellite U305-S2804: User Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.4 MB

Table of Contents

Fcc Information
3
Fcc Conditions
4
Telephone Company Procedures
6
Type of Service
6
Fax Branding
7
If Problems Arise
7
General Conditions
10
Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
11
General Precautions
17
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
18
Table of Contents
19
Specifications
24
Preface

25
Manual Contents

25
Conventions

26
- Abbreviations
  26
- Icons
  26
- Keys
  26
- Key Operation
  27
- Display
  27
- Messages
  27
Chapter 1 Introduction

29
Equipment Checklist

29
- Hardware
  29
- Software
  30
Features

31
- Pointing Device
  34
Special Features

36
TOSHIBA Value Added Package

38
Utilities and Applications

39
Options

41
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

43
Front with the Display Closed

43
Left Side

44
Right Side

46
Backside

47
Underside

48
Front with the Display Open

49
Fixed Optical Media Drives

51
- Region Codes for DVD Drive and Media
  51
- Writable Discs
  52
- Cds
  52
- Formats
  52
- DVD Super Multi Drive (Supporting DVD±R Double Layer)
  53
AC Adaptor

53
Chapter 3 Getting Started

55
Installing the Battery Pack

56
Connecting the AC Adaptor

57
Opening the Display

58
Turning on the Power

59
Windows Vista™ Setup

59
Turning off the Power

60
- Shut down Mode (Boot Mode)
  60
- Sleep Mode
  60
- Hibernation Mode
  62
Restarting the Computer

63
System Recovery Options

64
Create Optical Recovery Discs

64
Restoring the Preinstalled Software from the Recovery HDD

65
Restoring the Preinstalled Software from Recovery Media

66
Chapter 4 Operating Basics

67
Using the Touchpad

67
Using the Fingerprint Reader (Depends on Model Purchased)

68
Using the Web Camera (Depends on the Model Purchased)

76
- Using the Software
  76
Using the Microphone

77
Using the Optical Media Drive

78
- Loading Discs
  78
- Removing Discs
  81
Writing CD/Dvds with the DVD Super Multi Drive Supporting DVD±R Double Layer

82
TOSHIBA Disc Creator

86
When Using Ulead DVD Moviefactory for TOSHIBA

87
Media Care

89
- CD/Dvds
  89
Sound System

90
- Volume Mixer
  90
- Microphone Level
  90
- PC Beep Level
  90
Modem (Depends on the Model Purchased)

90
- Region Selection
  91
- Properties Menu
  91
- Settings
  91
- Modem Selection
  92
- Dialing Properties
  92
- Connecting
  92
- Disconnecting
  93
Wireless Communications

93
- Wireless LAN
  94
- Security
  94
- Bluetooth ® Stack for Windows ® by TOSHIBA
  94
- Wireless Communication Switch
  95
- Wireless Communication Indicator
  95
Lan

96
- LAN Cable Types
  96
- Connecting LAN Cable
  96
- Disconnecting LAN Cable
  97
Cleaning the Computer

97
Moving the Computer

97
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection

98
- TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties
  99
- Details
  100
Chapter 5 The Keyboard

101
Typewriter Keys

101
- F1 ... F12 Function Keys
  102
Soft Keys: Fn Key Combinations

102
- Emulating Keys on Enhanced Keyboard
  102
Hot Keys

103
- Fn Sticky Key (Depends on the Model You Purchased)
  105
Windows ® Special Keys

105
Keypad Overlay

106
- Turning on the Overlays
  106
- Numeric Mode
  106
- Temporarily Using Normal Keyboard (Overlay On)
  107
Generating ASCII Characters

107
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

109
Power Conditions

109
Power Indicators

110
- Battery Indicator
  110
- Power Indicator
  110
Battery Types

111
- Battery Pack
  111
- Real Time Clock Battery
  112
Care and Use of the Battery Pack

113
- Safety Precautions
  113
- Charging the Batteries
  115
- Battery Charging Notice
  116
- Monitoring Battery Capacity
  117
- Maximizing Battery Operating Time
  117
- Retaining Data with Power off
  118
- Extending Battery Life
  118
Replacing the Battery Pack

119
- Removing the Battery Pack
  119
- Installing the Battery Pack
  120
Starting the Computer by Password

120
Power-Up Modes

121
- Hot Keys
  121
Panel Power Off/On

121
System Auto off

121
Chapter 7 HW Setup (Depends on the Model You Purchased)

123
Accessing HW Setup

123
HW Setup Window

123
- User Password
  124
- Boot Priority
  124
Chapter 8 Optional Devices

127
PC Card and Express Card

128
- Inserting a PC Card and Express Card
  128
- Removing a PC Card or Express Card
  129
SD/SDHC/MMC/MS/MS Pro/XD Memory Cards

130
- Installing a Memory Card
  131
- Removing a Memory Card
  131
- Memory Card Care
  132
Memory Expansion

133
- Installing a Memory Module
  133
- Removing a Memory Module
  135
Additional Battery Pack

136
Additional AC Adaptor

136
External Monitor

137
Security Lock

137
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

139
Problem Solving Process

139
- Preliminary Checklist
  140
- Analyzing the Problem
  140
Hardware and System Checklist

141
- System Start-Up
  141
- Self Test
  142
- Power
  142
- Ac Power
  143
- Disposing of PC and PC Batteries
  144
- Real Time Clock
  145
- Keyboard
  145
- LCD Panel
  146
- Hard Disk Drive
  146
- Recovery Discs
  147
- DVD Super Multi Drive (Supporting DVD±R Double Layer)
  147
- Pointing Device
  148
- Usb Mouse
  149
- Usb
  150
- Memory Expansion
  150
- Sound System
  151
- Monitor
  151
- Modem
  151
- Lan
  152
- Wireless LAN
  152
- Fingerprint Sensor
  153
- Pc/Express Card
  153
TOSHIBA Support

154
- Before You Call
  154
- Where to Write
  154
  - Physical Dimensions
    157
  - Environmental Requirements
    157
  - Display Controller and Modes
    161
  - Video Modes
    162
  - Display Settings
    166
  - Card Specifications
    169
  - Radio Characteristics
    170
  - Ac Power Cord and Connectors
    173
  - Certification Agencies
    173
  - Legal Footnotes
    175
  - Battery Life
    177
  - Copy Protection
    178

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