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Toshiba Satellite L15 Series User Manual (225 pages)
L15-S1041 User's Guide
Brand:
Toshiba
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 2.61 MB
Table of Contents
Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
13
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
20
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
21
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
28
Introduction
35
Safety Icons
36
Other Icons Used
37
This Guide
36
Other Documentation
37
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started
39
Selecting a Place to Work
39
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
39
Keeping Yourself Comfortable
41
Other Precautions
44
Important Information on Your Computer's Cooling Fan
46
Setting up Your Computer
47
Setting up Your Software
48
Registering Your Computer with Toshiba
49
Setting up Other Devices
49
Connecting to a Power Source
49
Charging the Main Battery
52
Using the Computer for the First Time
53
Opening the Display Panel
53
Your Computer's Features and Specifications
54
Turning on the Power
55
Adding Memory
56
Installing a Memory Module
56
Removing a Memory Module
60
Using the Touchpad
62
Scrolling with the Touchpad
63
Control Buttons
63
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
63
Turning off the Computer
65
Closing the Display Panel
66
Using External Display Devices
66
Directing the Display Output When You Turn on the Computer
67
Adjusting the Quality of the External Display
68
Using an External Keyboard
68
Using a Mouse
68
Connecting a Local Printer
69
Setting up Your Printer
70
Connecting an Optional External Diskette Drive
73
Caring for Your Computer
73
Cleaning the Computer
74
Moving the Computer
74
Using a Computer Lock
74
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
76
Computing Tips
76
Using the Keyboard
78
Character Keys
78
Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
79
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
79
Function Keys
79
Windows Special Keys
80
Overlay Keys
80
Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
81
Starting a Program
82
Starting a Program from the Start Menu
82
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
83
Starting a Program from the Run Dialog Box
84
Saving Your Work
85
File Names
86
Printing Your Work
87
Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
88
Drive Components and Control Buttons
89
DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Components
89
CD/DVD Control Buttons
90
Inserting a Compact Disc
91
Removing a Disc with the Computer on
93
Removing a Disc with the Computer off
93
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
93
Using PC Cards
94
Hot Swapping
94
Using Your Computer at the Office
95
Backing up Your Work
95
Restoring Your Work
96
Powering down the Computer
96
Using the Turn off Computer or Shut down Command
97
Shutting down more Quickly
98
Using Hibernation Mode
99
Using Hibernation
101
Using Standby Mode
102
Using Standby
103
Toshiba's Online Resources
105
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
106
Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
106
Running the Computer on Battery Power
107
Battery Notice
107
Charging the Batteries
108
Charging the Main Battery
109
Charging the RTC Battery
110
Monitoring Main Battery Power
111
Determining Remaining Battery Power
111
What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
112
Setting Battery Alarms
113
Conserving Battery Power
114
Power Profiles
114
Changing Batteries
115
Taking Care of Your Battery
117
Safety Precautions
117
Maximizing Battery Life
118
Disposing of Used Batteries
119
Conserving Power
120
Additional Options for Power
120
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features
121
Exploring the Desktop
121
Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
122
Setting up for Communications
124
Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
126
Connecting Your Computer to a Network
127
An Overview of Using the Internet
129
The Internet
130
The World Wide Web
130
Internet Service Providers
130
Connecting to the Internet
131
Surfing the Internet
131
Internet Features
132
Uploading To, and Downloading Files From, the Internet
133
Exploring Audio Features
133
Playing an Audio CD
133
Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
134
Creating a CD
135
Recording Sounds
135
Using a Microphone
136
Using External Speakers or Headphones
137
Inserting and Removing PC Cards
138
Inserting a PC Card
138
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
139
TOSHIBA Console
140
Customizing Your Computer
141
Network
141
Security
141
Mouse Utility
141
Hotkey Utility
141
TOSHIBA HW Setup
142
Setting User Passwords
143
Using an Instant Password
144
Setting a User Password
145
Disabling a User Password
145
Using a Supervisor Password
146
Setting a Supervisor Password
146
Deleting a Supervisor Password
147
Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
147
Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility
148
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
153
Problems that Are Easy to Fix
153
Problems When You Turn on the Computer
155
External Diskette Drive
156
The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
157
Using Startup Options to Fix Problems
157
Internet Problems
158
The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
159
Resolving a Hardware Conflict
160
A Plan of Action
160
Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
160
Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
162
Memory Problems
164
Power and the Batteries
164
Keyboard Problems
166
Display Problems
167
Disk Drive Problems
169
DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
171
Sound System Problems
173
PC Card Problems
173
Printer Problems
176
Modem Problems
177
Develop Good Computing Habits
178
If You Need Further Assistance
179
Before You Call
179
Contacting Toshiba
180
Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
181
Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
181
Appendix A: Hot Keys
183
Volume Mute
183
Instant Password Security
184
Stand by Mode
184
Hibernation Mode
185
Display Modes
186
Display Brightness
187
Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
187
Keyboard Hot Keys
188
Zooming Applications In/Out
188
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
189
Toshiba Computer
190
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer
190
Getting Started
191
Starting Configfree
191
Configfree Utilities
192
Connectivity Doctor
192
Search for Wireless Devices
195
Profile Settings
196
Quick Connect
198
Using the Automatic Switch
201
Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
202
Glossary
203
Index
218
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