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Table of Contents

  • Tecra 8100 Series User’s Guide
    • Model: Tecra 8100 Series
    • FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”
    • Industry Canada Requirement
    • FCC Requirements
    • Installation
    • Type of Service
    • Telephone Company Procedures
    • If Problems Arise
    • Disconnection
    • Fax Branding
      • Notes for users in Australia and New Zealand
      • Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment
        • 1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that...
        • 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s Ringer Equivalence Number (REN...
        • 3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack type(s): U...
      • CD-ROM / DVD-ROM Safety Instruction
    • Location of the required label
      • Copyright
      • Export Administration Regulation
      • Notice
      • Trademarks
      • Energy Star Compliance
  • Contents
    • Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer
      • Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around 1
      • Chapter 2: Getting Started 13
      • Chapter 3: Connecting Other External Devices 31
      • Chapter 4: Learning the Basics 59
      • Chapter 5: Power Management 87
    • Part II: Technical Reference
      • Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options 113
      • Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities 141
      • Chapter 8: Keeping Your Files Safe 161
      • Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer 195
      • Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Guide 207
    • Part III: Appendixes
      • Appendix A: Hot Keys 255
      • Appendix B: Features and Specifications 261
      • Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors 273
      • Appendix D: System Resources 275
      • Appendix E: Video Modes 283
        • Glossary 287
        • Index 317
  • Introduction
    • About this guide
    • Safety icons
      • Other icons used
    • Other documentation
    • Operating system differences
    • Service options
  • Part I
    • Getting to Know Your Computer
    • What’s in Part I
    • Chapter 1
      • Finding Your Way Around
        • This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your Tecra 8100 computer with illustrations to guide you ...
        • It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer.
        • Making sure you have everything
          • Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with your unit to make sure you...
          • If any items are missing or damaged, notify your network administrator.
        • Finding where everything’s located
          • The next few pages take you on a guided tour of the computer and its components.
            • Front with the display panel closed
          • The system indicator panel is made up of several status lights that provide information about var...
          • Sliding the display latch opens the computer display panel. For more information, see “Keyboard a...
          • The battery powers the computer when it is not connected to an AC outlet.
          • The volume control dial lets you adjust the loudness of the system speakers.
          • Pressing the reset button restarts the computer. This button overrides the Suspend/Standby comman...
            • Left side
          • The PC Card ejection tabs allow easy removal of PC Cards.
          • The PC Card slots allow you to use Type I, Type II, or Type III PC Cards.
          • The left side speaker lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD in addition to system alarms an...
          • The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio output devices. Conne...
          • The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you connect an external monaural microphone or other audio input...
          • The cooling vent provides ventilation to keep the computer’s Pentium® processor from overheating....
          • The PC Card lock, when used with the security lock, prevents unauthorized removal of the PC Cards.
          • The external diskette drive cover protects the external drive port. To connect the external diske...
          • For more information about the external diskette drive, see “External diskette drive” on page11.
          • The power button cover protects the power button. Slide this cover toward the rear of the compute...
            • Back
          • The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a connection for USB peripherals. USB is a single-ca...
          • The PS/2™ port lets you connect an optional PS/2-compatible mouse or keyboard. You can use an opt...
          • The fast infrared port allows cable-free communication with another device, such as a computer or...
          • The monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. For more information, see “Using exte...
          • The expansion port allows you to connect one of several available expansion stations. These devic...
          • The serial port lets you connect a serial mouse, serial printer, or other serial device.
          • The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel device. For more informat...
          • The DC IN socket is where you plug in the AC adapter.
            • Right side
          • The right side speaker lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or DVD in addition to system alarms a...
          • The SelectBay® allows you to use one of several possible SelectBay modules. The DVD-ROM drive is ...
          • The modem port lets you connect the computer’s internal modem directly to a conventional telephon...
          • The composite video port lets you connect your computer to an external video device such as a sta...
          • Attaching an optional PORT-Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable to the security lock slot lets you anch...
            • Underside
          • The battery module enables you to use the Tecra when a standard electrical outlet is not availabl...
          • The SelectBay lock ejects the SelectBay module from the computer.
          • The SelectBay of the Tecra can contain one of several interchangeable devices, offering exception...
          • The memory module lets you add more memory to your Tecra computer. For more information, see “Add...
          • The PC Card lock keeps the PC Cards secure in their slots.
          • The PC Card lock retaining screw prevents the PC Card lock from accidentally releasing the PC Car...
        • Keyboard and display features
          • To view the front of the computer with the display panel open:
            • 1 Locate the display latch on the front of the computer.
            • 2 Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel.
            • 3 Adjust the display panel to a comfortable viewing angle.
            • Front with the display panel open
          • The computer’s screen is a liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp images.
          • The 85-key keyboard provides all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. For more information,...
          • The lights on the keyboard indicator panel provide information about various keyboard functions. ...
          • The AccuPoint® II pointing device combines the function of a mouse with the convenience of never ...
          • The built-in microphone lets you record sounds.
          • The system indicator panel is made up of several status lights that provide information about var...
            • Indicator panel lights
          • Two sets of indicator lights, the system indicator panel and the keyboard indicator panel, displa...
          • System indicator lights
            • This panel is located on the front of the computer.
            • The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source.
            • The on/off light glows green when the computer is on. It flashes amber when you turn off the comp...
            • The main battery light indicates the state of the main battery. The light glows amber when the ba...
            • The SelectBay battery light indicates the state of a secondary battery in the SelectBay, if insta...
            • The hard disk drive light indicates that the hard disk is currently in use.
            • The SelectBay drive light indicates that the module installed in the SelectBay or the external di...
          • Keyboard indicator lights
            • The lights on the keyboard indicator panel provide information about keyboard functions.
            • The caps lock light glows when you press the caps lock key. When this light is on, pressing a let...
            • The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this light is on,...
            • The numlock light glows when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overla...
        • External diskette drive
          • Your computer comes with an external diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes.
          • You may connect the external diskette drive using the external diskette drive port on the left si...
    • Chapter 2
      • Getting Started
        • This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and expl...
      • Selecting a place to work
        • Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations. This section provi...
        • Creating a computer-friendly environment
          • Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items yo...
          • To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from:
        • Keeping yourself comfortable
          • Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their compute...
          • This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries. For more information, consult...
          • Placement of the computer
            • Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuri...
          • Seating and posture
            • When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distribute...
            • If you are using a conventional chair:
          • Lighting
            • Proper lighting can improve the readability of the display and reduce eyestrain.
          • Arms and wrists
          • Work habits
            • The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, sch...
      • Other precautions
        • Your Tecra computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of ...
      • Setting up your computer
        • If you are using the computer for the first time, you need to connect the AC adapter to power the...
        • Connecting the AC adapter
          • The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an electrical outlet and to charge the comp...
          • To connect AC power to the computer:
            • 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.
          • 2 Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN socket on the rear of the computer.
          • 3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
        • Charging the battery
          • Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it. Connect the computer to...
          • Charging time for the battery varies depending upon the demand placed on the AC adapter. If the c...
          • For more information on battery use, see “Running the computer on battery power” on page88.
        • Connecting other external components
          • You should attach any other external components and devices to your Tecra computer before you tur...
      • Turning on the computer
        • The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.
        • Opening the display panel
          • 1 Release the display latch.
          • 2 Lift the display panel.
        • Turning on the power
          • To turn on the computer:
            • 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter) are properly connected and ready.
          • 2 If the diskette drive is connected, check that it is empty.
          • 3 Slide the power button cover on the left side of the computer toward the rear, revealing the po...
          • 4 Press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the system indicator panel turns o...
          • 5 The preinstalled operating system will load automatically.
      • Operating system
        • Your computer comes with one of the following operating systems preinstalled:
        • The appropriate Microsoft operating system documentation comes with your Toshiba computer.
      • Using the computer for the first time
        • When you start your computer for the first time, it prompts you to:
        • Windows automatically detects and installs the devices it finds on your computer. Follow the inst...
        • Registering your computer
          • The last step in setting up your computer is to register your computer.
          • Sending in your product registration card lets Toshiba keep you up to date with information about...
          • Registering your computer also extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to you. See t...
          • Windows NT does not support online registration. To register your computer, complete and mail the...
      • When and how to turn off the computer
        • It’s a good idea to turn off your computer when you’re not using it for a while.
        • Turning off the computer for a short period of time
          • If you have work in progress and expect to resume shortly, use the Windows Suspend/Standby comman...
          • The computer saves the state of all open programs, turns off the display, and goes into a low-pow...
          • The on/off light pulsates amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode.
          • You may configure your Tecra 8100 for additional Suspend/ Standby options. For more information, ...
        • Turning off the computer for a long period of time
          • To leave the computer turned off for a longer period, use the Windows Shut Down command.
          • To shut down Windows 98 Second Edition and turn off your computer:
            • 1 Click the Start menu, then Hibernate, or select Start, then Shut Down.
          • 2 Select Shut down and click OK.
            • To shut down Windows NT and turn off your computer:
              • 1 Click the Start menu, then click Shut Down.
          • 2 Select Shut down the computer, then click Yes.
            • Windows NT shuts down. A message tells you to wait while data is saved to disk. Then the computer...
            • There are a few additional things to keep in mind when you turn off the power.
    • Chapter 3
      • Connecting Other External Devices
        • Using external display devices
          • Connecting the display device
            • Selecting video cables
            • Connecting to the composite video port
              • 1 Connect one end of the video cable to the external video device.
              • 2 Connect the other end of the video cable to the plug on the video port adapter (included with y...
              • 3 Connect the other end of the video port adapter cable to the composite video port on the left s...
              • 4 Turn on the external video device.
              • 5 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the Display Properties settings. For mo...
            • Connecting an external monitor
              • 1 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the monitor port on the back of the computer.
              • 2 Connect the monitor’s power cable to a live electrical outlet.
              • 3 Turn on the external monitor.
              • 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the Display Properties settings. For mo...
          • Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
            • 1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously.
            • 2 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect.
            • 3 Release the Fn key.
          • Adjusting the quality of the external display
          • Video limitations
        • Using an external keyboard
          • Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key
        • Using a mouse
          • Setting up a PS/2 mouse with the AccuPoint II
            • PS/2 mouse with Windows98SecondEdition
              • 1 Click Start, Settings, then point to Control Panel.
              • 2 Double click the Toshiba Hardware Setup icon.
              • 3 Select the Pointing Devices tab and click Simultaneous.
            • PS/2 mouse with Windows NT
              • 1 Click Start, select Programs, then select Toshiba Utilities.
              • 2 Click Hardware Setup, click the Hardware Options button, and then select the Pointing Devices tab.
              • 3 Select the Simultaneous radio button and click OK.
        • Connecting a local printer
          • 1 If the computer is on, turn it off.
          • 2 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer’s parallel port. Use the printer c...
          • 3 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet.
          • 4 See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps.
        • Connecting the external diskette drive
        • Connecting external speakers or headphones
          • 1 Locate the headphone jack on the left side of the computer. It’s beside the external microphone...
          • 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the external audio device into the headphone ...
        • Connecting an external microphone
          • 1 Locate the microphone jack on the left side of the computer.
          • 2 Plug the microphone cord into the microphone jack.
          • 3 Turn on the microphone.
        • Using an expansion device
        • Adding memory
          • Memory module sizes
          • Installing a memory module
            • Preparing to install memory with Windows98SecondEdition
              • 1 Press Fn and F3 simultaneously to display the Shutdown mode pop-up window.
              • 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F3 until you select Shutdown.
              • 3 Release Fn.
              • 4 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 5 Select Shut down the computer, then click Yes or OK, as appropriate.
            • Preparing to install memory with Windows NT
              • 1 Click Start then click Shut Down.
              • 2 Select Shut down the computer, then click Yes.
            • Inserting a memory module
              • 1 Unplug the computer.
              • 2 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may have connected.
              • 3 Turn the computer upside down.
              • 4 Locate and remove the screws that hold the cover plate in place.
              • 5 Lift off the cover.
              • 6 Remove the memory module from its anti-static packaging.
              • 7 Insert the memory module in the slot and gently press it down into place.
              • 8 Replace the cover plate and the screws.
              • 9 Turn the computer over and restart it.
          • Removing a memory module
            • 1 Complete steps 1 through 5 in “Installing a memory module” to turn off the computer and open th...
            • 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.
            • 3 Carefully remove the module from the slot.
            • 4 Replace the cover plate and screws.
            • 5 Turn the computer over and restart it.
        • Swapping SelectBay modules
          • Removing a module from the SelectBay
            • 1 Turn off the power.
            • 2 Turn the computer upside down and locate the SelectBay cover.
            • 3 Slide the SelectBay ejection bar towards the back of the computer. Twist a coin in the ejection...
            • 4 Slide the module out of the computer.
          • Inserting a module into the SelectBay
            • 1 Snap the module into the cover, if necessary.
            • 2 Slide the module all the way into the SelectBay.
            • Inserting the diskette drive module
              • 1 Simultaneously pinch the two eject buttons.
              • 2 Carefully pull the diskette drive by the front edges to completely remove it from the case.
          • Using the secondary battery in the SelectBay
            • Placing the battery into the adapter
              • 1 Align the contacts on the battery with the contacts on the adapter.
              • 2 Push down to snap the battery into the adapter.
            • Removing the battery from the adapter
              • 1 Holding the front of the battery adapter toward you, slide the battery release latch to your ri...
              • 2 Holding the latch to the right, push up on the front of the battery until it pops out of the ad...
        • Inserting and removing PC Cards
          • Inserting a PC Card
            • 1 Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer.
            • 2 If the PC Card slots are locked, unlock them by turning the computer over, locating the PC Card...
            • 3 Insert the PC Card.
            • 4 When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm co...
            • 5 Fold the PC Card eject lever into the case.
            • 6 To lock the PC Cards in their slots, turn the computer over and locate the PC Card lock, remove...
          • Removing a PC Card
            • 1 If the PC Card slots are locked, unlock them by turning the computer over, locating the PC Card...
            • 2 Locate the PC Card ejection tab that corresponds to the slot in which your PC Card is installed.
            • 3 Fold out the PC Card eject lever and push it in to remove the PC Card.
            • 4 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot.
          • Setting up your PC Card for your computer
        • Connecting a modem
          • Connecting to a phone line
            • 1 Plug one end of the telephone cable into the modem jack on the right side of the computer.
            • 2 Connect the other end to the wall jack.
    • Chapter 4
      • Learning the Basics
        • This chapter covers precautions and computing tips as well as providing important information abo...
        • Precautions
        • Computing tips
        • Windows basics
          • Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows NT Workstation 4.0 is the computer’s operating system. If yo...
          • For answers to common questions, click Start, click Help to open the online help, then double-cli...
          • Logging on to Windows NT
            • A major difference between Windows NT and other versions of Windows is that you have to log on, e...
            • To turn on your computer and log on to Windows NT:
            • 1 If the external diskette drive is connected to the computer, check that it is empty.
              • 2 If a printer or other external device is connected to the computer, turn on the device.
              • 3 If the battery is not charged or you are running the computer on AC power, connect the AC adapt...
              • 4 With the power button lock in the unlocked position, press and hold the power button until the ...
              • 5 Use the arrow keys to select one of the following operating system options:
              • 6 Press Enter.
              • 7 Press the Ctrl, Alt and Del keys simultaneously to begin the Windows NT logon process.
              • 8 Enter your user name and password, then click OK.
        • Using the keyboard
          • The Tecra keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows keys...
            • Keyboard
          • Character keys
            • Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that:
          • Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard
            • Although the Tecra computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, i...
            • A standard full-size keyboard has two Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys, editing keys, cursor positioning...
            • The computer’s built-in keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key. Most of the time this doesn...
          • Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
            • The Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys
            • The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more i...
          • Function keys
            • The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.
              • The function keys
            • F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. U...
          • Windows special keys
            • The Windows special keys
            • The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows: The Start key activates th...
          • Overlay keys
            • The keys with white numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay....
              • Keyboard overlay keys
            • Using the overlay to type numeric data
              • The keys with the numbers on the right front of the keycaps are the cursor control overlay.
              • To turn the numeric overlay on, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the ke...
              • You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on....
              • To use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on.
              • To disable the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F11 again. The numeric mode...
            • Using the overlay for cursor control
              • The keys with the white arrows and white symbols on the left front are the cursor control overlay.
              • To turn the cursor control overlay on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control light ...
              • To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on:
              • To use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on:
              • To disable the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press F10 again. The cursor contr...
        • Using the AccuPoint II
          • The AccuPoint II keys
          • The round button in the middle of the keyboard is the AccuPoint II pointing device. It enables yo...
          • To move the cursor, gently push the pointing device in the direction you want the cursor to move....
          • The primary button acts as the left button on a mouse. The secondary button acts as the right mou...
          • The small left button performs the same function as the PageUp key.
          • The small right button performs the same function as the PageDown key.
          • When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and...
        • Starting a program
          • In Windows there are three ways to start a program—from the Start menu, from Windows Explorer, or...
          • Starting a program from the Start menu
            • To start a program that has an icon in the Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windo...
            • 1 Click Start, then point to Programs.
              • 2 Point to the program group, in this example, Accessories.
              • 3 Click the program, in this example, Wordpad.
              • That’s all there is to it. To close the program, click the Close button at the upper-right corner...
          • Starting a program from Explorer
            • If a program is not in the Programs menu, you can start it in Windows Explorer. To use this metho...
            • The following method also opens Wordpad, using its file name of Wordpad.exe.
            • To start a program from Windows Explorer:
            • 1 Click Start, then point to Programs.
              • 2 Click Windows Explorer.
              • 3 In the left part of the screen, under the C: icon, double-click the folder containing the progr...
              • 4 Click Accessories.
              • 5 Double-click Wordpad.
          • Starting a program from Run menu on the taskbar
            • You can start a program from the taskbar if you know its name and location.
            • To start a program using the taskbar:
            • 1 Click Start on the taskbar.
              • 2 Point to Run.
              • 3 In the dialog box, type the command line. For example, to access Paintbrush, type C:\Windows\pb...
              • 4 Click OK.
        • Saving your work
          • Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is on...
          • Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes...
          • To save:
          • File names
            • Windows 95 and newer operating systems support file names of up to 255 characters. You may use al...
            • Most programs assign an extension of a period and up to three characters that identifies the file...
            • If you plan to share your files with a computer using MS-DOS® or a pre-Windows 95 version of Wind...
            • Windows NT supports the following file systems:
            • With Windows NT, long and short filenames can be used on both NTFS or FAT volumes.
        • Printing your work
          • Make sure that Windows 98 Second Edition is set up for your printer as described in “Setting up W...
          • To print a file:
          • 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now.
            • 2 In the File menu of your Windows program, click Print.
            • A sample Print dialog box
              • 3 Click OK to print.
        • Using diskettes
          • The diskette drive
          • The diskette in-use indicator light glows when the diskette drive is being accessed.
          • Push the eject button to remove a diskette from the drive. When a diskette is fully seated in the...
          • Inserting and removing diskettes
            • To insert a diskette in the computer’s diskette drive:
            • 1 Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface points toward the drive.
              • 2 Push the diskette gently into the drive slot.
              • To remove a diskette from the drive, push the eject button.
          • Diskette care
        • Backing up your files
          • Backing up your files means copying individual files to a diskette or copying entire sections of ...
          • Copying to a diskette
            • To back up your files to a diskette:
            • 1 Insert a formatted diskette into the diskette drive.
              • 2 Double-click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop.
              • 3 Double-click the drive 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.
              • 5 Click File, then click Send To.
              • 6 Click the icon for the diskette drive (drive A:).
        • Using the optional DVD-ROM drive
          • DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is primarily a video medium. Because it provides a significant incre...
          • Your Tecra computer may have a Toshiba DVD-ROM drive that can read both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs.
          • If the DVD-ROM drive is not currently installed in the SelectBay, follow the instructions in “Swa...
            • The DVD-ROM drive
          • The DVD in-use indicator light indicates when the DVDROM drive is in use.
          • Use the eject button to release the tray.
          • The manual eject hole can be used to release the DVD-ROM tray when the power is off.
          • Inserting compact discs
            • To insert a disc into the DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive:
            • 1 Make sure the in-use indicator light is off.
              • 2 With the computer’s power on, locate and press the DVD’s eject button.
              • 3 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.
              • The drive tray fully extended
                • 4 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust.
                • 5 Place the disc carefully in the tray, label side up.
              • Positioning the disc in the drive
                • 6 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until you feel it click into place.
                • 7 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat.
                • 8 Push the tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place.
            • Playing a CD or DVD
              • For information on playing a disc, see “Using Microsoft CD Player” on page121, or “Using the DVD...
          • Removing compact discs
            • To remove a compact disc with the computer turned on:
            • 1 Press the eject button on the drive.
              • 2 Pull the tray until it is fully open, remove the disc, and place it in its protective cover.
              • 3 Push the tray in to close the drive.
              • To remove a compact disc with the computer turned off:
            • 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole.
              • 2 Pull the tray until it is fully open, remove the disc and place it in its protective cover.
              • 3 Push the tray in to close the drive.
          • Caring for CDs and DVDs
        • Using PC Cards
          • When you buy a PC Card, check the package for the type of card you are buying.
          • For information on inserting or removing a PC Card, see “Inserting and removing PC Cards” on page...
          • Using Cardbus-compliant PC Cards
            • If you are using Cardbus-compliant PC Cards, but don’t have CardWizard installed on your computer:
            • 1 Start TSETUP. For instructions, see “TSETUP” on page151.
              • 2 Set the PC Card controller to Cardbus/16.
          • Hot swapping
            • With PC Cards, you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called ...
            • Hot swapping precautions
              • Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, remember not to remove a card while it is in use. ...
              • Before removing a PC Card, stop it by clicking the PC Card (PCMCIA) icon on the taskbar. After th...
        • Using your computer at the office
          • By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work with yo...
          • An external monitor connects to the monitor port.
          • An external PS/2-compatible keyboard or a PS/2 mouse connects to the PS/2 port. An optional Y-cab...
          • A serial mouse connects to the serial port.
          • For more information on connecting these and other components, see “Connecting Other External Dev...
        • Using a computer lock
          • For your own peace of mind, you may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your d...
            • PORT-Noteworthy Computer Lock Cable
          • To secure the computer:
          • 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object.
            • 2 Pass the locking end through the loop.
            • 3 Slide the PC Card lock (located underneath the PC Card slots) to secure your PC Cards in place.
            • 4 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot on the computer then give the key a ...
            • Locking the computer
        • Caring for your computer
          • This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care o...
          • Cleaning the computer
            • To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampe...
          • Moving the computer
            • Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the dri...
            • Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport i...
    • Chapter 5
      • Power Management
        • Toshiba’s energy-saver design
        • Running the computer on battery power
          • Charging the batteries
          • Monitoring battery power
            • Displaying remaining battery power
              • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
              • 2 In the Control Panel window, double-click Power Saver.
              • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
              • 2 In the Control Panel window, double-click Power Saver.
        • What to do when the battery alarm sounds
          • 1 Click Start, Settings, then Control Panel.
          • 2 Double-click the Power Management icon, select the Alarms tab, then adjust the settings to suit...
        • Starting where you left off
          • Using Standby command
          • Using Suspend/Resume (memory) mode
          • Using Hibernation mode
            • 1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
            • 2 Double-click the Power Management icon.
            • 3 Click OK to clear the dialog box.
            • 4 Click the Hibernate tab.
            • 5 Click the Enable hibernate support check box, then click OK.
            • Activating Hibernation mode
              • 1 Open the Start menu.
              • 2 Click Hibernate.
            • Other Hibernation mode settings
              • 1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
              • 2 In the Control Panel window, double-click the Power Saver icon.
              • 3 In the Power Save Mode tab, click the Details button, then select the System Power Mode tab.
              • 4 Select Hibernate for any or all of the applicable modes.
              • 5 Once you have made your selections, click OK to return to the Power Save Mode tab, and click OK...
          • Shutdown mode hot key
            • 1 Press Fn and F3 simultaneously to display the power usage pop-up window.
            • 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F3 until you select the desired power usage mode.
            • 3 Release the Fn key.
            • 1 Press Fn and F3 simultaneously to display the power usage pop-up window.
            • 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F3 until you select the desired power usage mode.
            • 3 Release the Fn key.
          • Restarting a computer in Standby, Suspend or Hibernatemode
        • Changing batteries
          • 1 Save your work.
          • 2 Shut down and turn off the computer.
          • 3 Remove all cables connected to the computer.
          • 4 Turn the computer over.
          • 5 Slide the computer latch to release the battery.
          • 6 Pull the discharged battery module out of the computer.
          • 7 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection.
          • 8 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks.
          • 9 Turn the computer right side up.
          • 10 Reconnect any cables.
          • 11 Restart the computer.
        • Taking care of your battery
          • Safety precautions
          • Maximizing battery life
          • Disposing of used batteries safely
        • Conserving power
          • Power usage modes in Windows 98 Second Edition
            • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, Control Panel, and click on the Power Saver icon.
            • 2 Open the Power Save Modes tab and set your options.
            • 3 For more information, see “Power Saver” on page154.
            • Using a hot key to set the power usage mode
              • 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power usage pop-up window.
              • 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the desired power usage mode.
              • 3 Release the Fn key.
              • 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power usage pop-up window.
              • 2 While continuing to press Fn, press F2 until you select the desired power usage mode.
              • 3 Release the Fn key.
        • Additional options for power
  • Part II
    • Technical Reference
    • What’s in Part II
    • Chapter 6
      • Exploring Your Options
        • Setting up Windows to work with yourprinter
          • Setting up Windows 98 Second Edition to work withyourprinter
            • 1 Click the Start button, then point to Settings, and click Printers.
            • 2 Double-click Add Printer.
            • 3 Click Next.
            • 4 If the printer you are setting up:
            • 5 Click Next.
            • 6 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your printer, then click Next.
            • 7 Select the port settings according to the instructions in your printer’s documentation and the ...
            • 8 Enter a name for your printer, then click Next.
            • 9 If you want this printer to be:
            • 10 Click Next.
            • 11 If your printer is connected and turned on, click Finish to print a test page.
            • 12 Click OK to print.
          • Setting up Windows NT to work with your printer
            • 1 Open the Printers window.
            • 2 Double-click Add Printer.
            • 3 Select one of the following printer management options:
            • 4 Click Next to continue.
            • 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the printer setup process.
        • Exploring audio features
          • Using external speakers or headphones
            • 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer.
            • 2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the ...
            • For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker.
            • For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial.
          • Recording sounds
            • 1 If you want to use an external microphone, connect it to the external microphone jack.
            • 2 Click Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then click Entertainment.
            • 3 Click Sound Recorder.
            • 1 If you want to use an external microphone, connect it to the external microphone jack.
            • 2 Click Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then click Multimedia.
            • 3 Click Sound Recorder.
            • 4 Click the Record button.
            • 5 Speak normally into the microphone.
            • 6 When you have finished recording, click the Stop button.
            • 7 To hear what you just recorded, click the Play button.
            • 8 To save the file, select Save from the File menu.
            • Adjusting recording quality
              • 1 Open Sound Recorder, if necessary.
              • 2 Click Start, point to Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, and then click Sound Recorder.
              • 3 In the Sound Recorder window, click Edit, then click Audio Properties.
              • 4 In the Audio Properties dialog box, adjust the Recording Volume, Preferred device, and Preferr...
              • 5 Click OK.
          • Using Microsoft CD Player
            • 1 Click Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then click Entertainment.
            • 2 Click CD Player.
            • 1 Click Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then click Multimedia.
            • 2 Click CD Player.
        • Using the DVDExpress DVD Player
          • Starting DVDExpress
            • 1 Open the Start menu, point to Programs, Mediamatics DVDExpress, then click Mediamatics DVD Player.
          • Status display window
          • DVD Player controls
          • Using the DVDExpress shortcut keys
            • Accessing the shortcut menu
          • Using DVDExpress options
            • 1 Launch DVDExpress, if it is not already running.
            • 2 On the DVDExpress control panel, click the Options button.
            • About — This tab displays copyright, trademark, version number, region code, and other relevant i...
            • Audio — Use this tab to enable or disable Digital Audio Output (SPDIF output). The Audio tab appe...
            • Display — Use this tab to select or modify various video and display settings. This tab is availa...
            • DVD Region — Use this tab to change the current region code for DVDExpress.
            • Region codes
          • Playing CDs and files
            • Playing a VideoCD
              • 1 Place the VideoCD in the DVD-ROM drive.
              • 2 Launch DVDExpress and press the Play button.
              • Playback controls — Play, Pause, and Stop within DVDExpress work the same way as in DVD playback.
              • Menu — Use the keyboard Enter key to access the VideoCD’s main menu.
              • Track selection — To select a specific track on the VideoCD, use the numeric keyboard keys. Enter...
              • Shortcut menu —A pop-up menu for track selection appears when you click the right mouse button.
            • Playing an audio CD
              • 1 Place the audio CD in the DVD-ROM drive.
              • 2 Launch DVDExpress and press the Play button.
            • Playing a file
              • 1 On the DVDExpress control panel, click the Open File button.
              • 2 Locate, then double-click the file you want to play.
        • Exchanging data with another computer
          • The serial port, you need a null modem serial cable.
          • The parallel port, you need a LapLink®-type parallel cable.
            • 1 Connect the appropriate serial or parallel cable.
            • 2 Load the transfer program on both computers.
            • 3 Set any specific options.
            • 4 Start the transfer.
            • 5 When you have finished transferring files, close the programs on both computers.
            • 1 Click Start, then Help.
            • 2 Choose the Index tab.
            • 3 In the dialog box, type communicating.
            • 4 Follow the online instructions.
          • Using the computer’s telephony feature
          • Setting up for communications
            • A modem (one comes with your Tecra 8100 computer)
            • A telephone line
            • A browser or communications program
            • An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet
            • Determining the COM port
              • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
              • 2 Double-click Modems.
              • 3 Click the Diagnostics tab.
              • 4 Make a note of the COM port number.
              • 5 To verify that the modem is set up properly, click the port to which your modem is connected an...
              • 6 Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box.
              • 7 Close the Control Panel.
              • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
              • 2 Double-click Modems.
              • 3 Make a note of the COM port to which the modem is connected.
              • 4 Click OK to close the Modem Properties dialog box.
              • 5 Close Control Panel.
          • Connecting the modem to a telephone line
          • Sending a fax
            • 1 On the desktop, double-click the RingCentral icon.
            • 2 Select Next and follow the instructions on the screen.
          • Connecting directly to a remote computer
          • Connecting your computer to a network
            • At the office, you need to install a network card in one of the PC Card slots. For specific infor...
            • While you are at home or traveling, you need a dial-up connection. Ask your network administrator...
              • 1 Click Start and point to Programs.
              • 2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click Dial-Up Networking.
          • Toshiba’s online resources
        • Using MS-DOS programs
          • 1 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
          • 2 Click Restart in MS-DOS mode, then click OK.
          • 3 Refer to the program’s documentation for the command that starts the program.
          • 4 At the system prompt, type the command and press Enter.
    • Chapter 7
      • Toshiba Utilities
        • Fnesse
          • Starting Fnesse
          • Assigning a key to a program or document
            • Using drag-and-drop
              • 1 Open both Fnesse and Windows Explorer.
              • 2 Resize the Explorer window so you can see both the Fnesse 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 ...
              • 5 Release the primary button.
              • 6 Click OK to close the Add/Edit Command dialog box with your key assignment in place.
            • Using the keyboard or pointing device
              • 1 Start Fn-esse.
              • 2 Perform one of the following:
              • 3 To make a direct key assignment, select Direct.
              • 4 To make a pop-up assignment, select Popup.
          • Viewing existing key assignments
          • Changing or removing existing key assignments
            • 1 In the Fnesse keyboard, click the key you wish to change with the secondary button.
            • 2 To change the key assignment, click Direct or Popup and continue as if you were creating a new ...
            • 3 To remove the key assignment, click Clear.
        • Hardware Setup
          • Hardware Setup in Windows 98 Second Edition
          • Hardware Setup in Windows NT
            • Hardware Configuration online help
              • 1 Click the Start menu button, then click Run.
              • 2 In the Run dialog box enter Explorer, then click OK.
            • Hardware Configuration Options window
        • TSETUP
        • Using Power Management
          • 1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
          • 2 In the Control Panel window, double-click the Power Management icon.
          • 3 Click OK to close the dialog box.
        • Power Saver
          • Power Saver in Windows 98 Second Edition
            • 1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
            • 2 In the Control Panel window, double-click the Power Saver icon.
          • Power Saver in Windows NT
            • 1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
            • 2 Click Power Saver.
            • Power Save Modes tab
              • 1 Select Battery Power (or External Power).
              • 2 Select a Power Save mode.
              • 3 Click the Details... button.
              • 4 Select a tab, make any changes you require, and click OK.
            • Auto Power On tab
        • Expansion device properties
          • 1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
          • 2 In the Control Panel window, double-click the Toshiba Services Configuration icon.
    • Chapter 8
      • Using passwords in Windows 161
      • User-level passwords 162
      • Supervisor-level passwords 170
      • Hard disk drive passwords - Windows98SecondEdition 175
      • Hard disk drive passwords - WindowsNT 182
      • Keeping Your Files Safe
        • Using passwords in Windows
        • User-level passwords
          • Protecting against forgetfulness
          • Setting a user-level password
            • Setting a user-level password in ToshibaHardwareSetup
              • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, Control Panel, and click Toshiba Hardware Setup.
                • 2 Open the Password tab.
                • 3 Click Registered.
                • 4 Type in the password and click OK.
                • 5 Reenter the password and click OK.
                • 6 Click OK at the bottom of the Hardware Setup window.
              • 1 Click Start, point to Programs, and then point to Toshiba Utilities.
                • 2 Click Hardware Setup, click the Hardware Options button, and then select the Password tab.
                • 3 Click the Registered radio button in the User Password section and then follow the prompts to r...
                • 4 You must restart your computer in order for changes to take effect.
            • Setting a user-level password in TSETUP
              • 1 Click Start, then Shut Down. Select Shut down and click OK.
                • 2 If your diskette drive is not installed in the SelectBay, connect the external diskette drive o...
                • 3 Insert a write-enabled diskette into the diskette drive.
                • 4 Slide the power button cover on the left side of the computer toward the rear, revealing the po...
                • 5 Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the syst...
                • A sample TSETUP screen
                  • 6 Press P to move to the PASSWORD section of the screen.
                  • 7 Press the spacebar.
                  • 8 Type a password of 1 to 16 characters and press Enter.
                  • 9 When TSETUP prompts you to do so, verify the password by typing it again and pressing Enter.
                  • 10 Press End to save your change.
                  • 11 Press Y to confirm you want to quit.
                  • 12 Press 1 if you’re using a 1.44 MB diskette or press 2 if you’re using a 720 KB diskette.
                  • 13 Remove the diskette and press any key to continue.
                  • 14 Store your password service diskette in a safe place, away from the computer.
          • Disabling the user-level password
            • Disabling a user-level password in ToshibaHardwareSetup
              • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, Control Panel, and click Toshiba Hardware Setup.
                • 2 Open the Password tab.
                • 3 Click Not Registered.
                • 4 Type in the password and click OK.
                • 5 Click OK at the bottom of the Hardware Setup window.
              • 1 Click Start, point to Programs, and then point to Toshiba Utilities.
                • 2 Click Hardware Setup, click the Hardware Options button, and then select the Password tab.
                • 3 Click Not Registered.
                • 4 Type in the password and click OK.
                • 5 Click OK at the bottom of the Hardware Setup window.
            • Disabling a user-level password in TSETUP
              • 1 Click Start, then Shut Down. Select Shut down and click OK.
                • 2 Slide the power button cover on the left side of the computer toward the rear, revealing the po...
                • 3 Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power button in until the on/off light on the syst...
                • 4 Press P to move to the PASSWORD section of the screen.
                • 5 Press the spacebar.
                • 6 Press Enter.
                • 7 When TSETUP prompts you to do so, verify the password by pressing Enter.
                • 8 Press End to save your change.
                • 9 Press Y to confirm you want to quit.
          • Using the power-on (user-level) password
            • 1 If your diskette drive is not installed in the SelectBay, connect the external diskette drive ...
              • 2 Turn on the computer with Resume Mode turned off.
              • 3 Insert the password service diskette into the diskette drive and press Enter.
              • 4 To enter TSETUP and reset your password, press Y. Follow the instructions in “Setting a user-le...
          • Using the instant (user-level) password
        • Supervisor-level passwords
          • Setting a supervisor-level password
            • 1 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 2 Select Restart the computer in MSDOS mode and click Yes, or OK, as appropriate.
              • 3 Type c:\toshiba\svpw and press Enter.
              • 4 Press Y.
              • 5 Type in a password and press Enter.
              • 6 Restart your computer to return to Windows.
            • 1 If Suspend/Resume (memory) Mode is enabled, turn it off.
              • 2 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 3 Select Shut down the computer, then click Yes.
              • 4 Connect the external diskette drive to the computer.
              • 5 Insert the Toshiba Companion Diskette into the diskette drive and turn on the computer.
              • 6 Press Enter.
              • 7 Use the arrow keys to select Exit to DOS.
              • 8 At the A:\ prompt, type c:\toshiba\svpw and press Enter.
              • 9 Type Y to set a supervisor password.
              • 10 Type in a password of up to 10 characters and press Enter.
              • 11 Reenter the password and press Enter.
              • 12 Type Y and reenter the password.
              • 13 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously to return to Windows.
          • Deleting a supervisor-level password
            • 1 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 2 Select Restart the computer in MSDOS mode and click Yes, or OK, as appropriate.
              • 3 Type c:\toshiba\svpw and press Enter.
              • 4 Press Y.
              • 5 Type your password and press Enter.
              • 6 Restart your computer to return to Windows.
            • 1 If Suspend/Resume (Memory) mode is enabled, turn it off.
              • 2 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 3 Select Shut down the computer, then click Yes.
              • 4 Connect the external diskette drive to the computer.
              • 5 Insert the Toshiba Companion Diskette into the diskette drive and turn on the computer.
              • 6 Press Enter.
              • 7 Use the arrow keys to select Exit to DOS.
              • 8 At the A:\ prompt, type c:\toshiba\svpw and press Enter.
              • 9 Type Y.
              • 10 Enter the password and press Enter.
              • 11 At the system prompt, type c:\toshiba\svpw and pressEnter.
              • 12 Type Y and reenter the password.
              • 13 Enter the password and press Enter.
              • 14 Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously to return to Windows.
        • Hard disk drive passwords - Windows98SecondEdition
          • Setting a hard disk drive User password
            • 1 If your diskette drive is not installed in the SelectBay, connect the external diskette drive ...
              • 2 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 3 Click Restart the computer in MSDOS mode and click Yes, or OK, as appropriate.
              • 4 At the system prompt, type c:\toshiba\hddpwd32 and pressEnter.
              • 5 To set a hard disk drive User password, type1 and pressEnter.
              • 6 To set a hard disk drive User password, typeY.
              • 7 To set a hard disk drive User password, typeY.
              • 8 Type a password of up to 10 characters and pressEnter.
              • 9 Type the password again and pressEnter.
              • 10 To create a password diskette, typeY.
              • 11 If you are creating a password diskette, insert a blank formatted write-enabled diskette in th...
              • 12 To finish setting the hard disk drive User password, typeY.
          • Deleting the hard disk drive User password
            • 1 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 2 Click Restart the computer in MSDOS mode and click Yes or OK, as appropriate.
              • 3 At the system prompt, type c:\toshiba\hddpwd32 and pressEnter.
              • 4 To delete the hard disk drive User password, type1 and pressEnter.
              • 5 To delete the hard disk drive User password, typeY.
              • 6 Type your password and pressEnter.
              • 7 Shut down and restart the computer for your changes to take effect.
          • Setting a hard disk drive Master password
            • 1 If your diskette drive is not installed in the SelectBay, connect the external diskette drive ...
              • 2 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 3 Click Restart the computer in MSDOS mode and click Yes or OK, as appropriate.
              • 4 At the system prompt, type c:\toshiba\hddpwd32 and pressEnter.
              • 5 To set a hard disk drive Master password, type2 and pressEnter.
              • 6 To set a hard disk drive Master password, typeY.
              • 7 Type a password of up to 10 characters and pressEnter.
              • 8 Type the password again and pressEnter.
              • 9 To create a password diskette, typeY.
              • 10 If you are creating a password diskette, when prompted insert a blank formatted write-enabled ...
              • 11 To finish setting the hard disk drive Master password, typeY.
          • Deleting a hard disk drive Master password
            • 1 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
              • 2 Click Restart the computer in MSDOS mode and clickYes.
              • 3 At the system prompt, type c:\toshiba\hddpwd32 and pressEnter.
              • 4 To delete the hard disk drive Master password, type2 and pressEnter.
              • 5 To delete the hard disk drive Master password, typeY.
              • 6 Type your password and pressEnter.
              • 7 Shut down and restart the computer for your changes to take effect.
        • Hard disk drive passwords - WindowsNT
          • Setting a hard disk drive password
            • 1 Click Start and point to Programs.
              • 2 Click Windows NT Explorer.
              • 3 Choose the C:\ drive and click the Toshiba folder to open it.
              • 4 Select and double-click the hddpwdnt.exe file.
              • Hard disk drive password warning dialog box
                • 5 Click OK to continue.
                • 6 The Toshiba Hard Drive Password Utility dialog box appears. Click on the box next to the readme...
                • 7 When you are done reading the readme file, click OK to return to the dialog box.
                • 8 Click the User button.
                • 9 Click Register.
              • Register Password dialog box
                • 10 Select one or more of the hard disk drives listed by clicking in the box next to the drive. To...
                • 11 Click OK to continue setting the password.
              • Register User Password dialog box
                • 12 Click Yes to continue registering the user password.
              • Register Password dialog box
                • 13 Type the password in the New Password field.
                • 14 Confirm the password by typing the password again in the Confirm new password field.
                • 15 Click OK.
              • Register User Password dialog box
                • 16 Specify if you want to register the password.
                • 17 Repeat steps 11 through 14 for each drive that requires a new password.
          • Creating a password backup diskette
            • Create HDD Key-file dialog box
            • 1 Click Yes to create a password diskette.
              • 2 Insert a blank formatted diskette into the diskette drive, press any key to continue, then clic...
              • 3 Click Exit to return to the Toshiba Hard Disk Password Utilities dialog box. Click OK.
          • Deleting the hard disk drive password
            • 1 Click Start and point to Programs.
              • 2 Click Windows NT Explorer.
              • 3 Choose the C:\ drive and click the Toshiba folder to open it.
              • 4 Select and double-click the hddpwdnt.exe file.
              • 5 Click Delete, then click OK to continue deleting a registered password.
              • Toshiba HDD Password Utility dialog box
                • 6 Click User.
              • Master Password dialog box
                • 7 Click Delete.
                • 8 Select one or more of the hard disk drives listed by clicking the box next to the drive.
                • 9 Click OK.
              • Delete Password dialog box
                • 10 Type the password for the drive shown in the dialog box, then click OK.
                • 11 Click Yes.
                • 12 Click OK.
                • 13 Click Exit.
              • System shutdown dialog box
                • 14 Click OK to shut down the computer.
    • Chapter 9
      • Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer
        • Industry standard architecture
          • Wired for Management
          • Desktop Management Interface
          • Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
        • Operating system compatibility
        • System management
          • Asset management
            • Inventory management
            • Configuration management
          • Fault management
            • Enhanced BIOS POST
          • Enterprise management software compatibility
            • SNMP mapping agent
            • SMS connection
          • Advanced features via the NetDock
            • Wake on LAN
            • Service Boot
            • Alert on LAN
        • Security management
          • System password in Flash, Not CMOS
          • Supervisor password
          • Boot String
          • Hard disk drive password
          • HDD supervisor level password
          • Eject password
          • Dock prevention lock
          • Cable connection
    • Chapter 10
      • Problems that are easy to fix 207
      • Problems when you turn on the computer 208
      • Resolving a hardware conflict 213
      • Fixing device-related problems 216
      • DVD operating problems–Windows98SecondEdition 233
      • Developing good computing habits 242
      • If you need further assistance 243
      • Toshiba's worldwide offices 247
      • Troubleshooting Guide
        • Problems that are easy to fix
          • 1 Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices connected to it. This includes a local printer...
          • 2 Check that the electrical outlet is working by plugging in another appliance such as a lamp.
          • 3 Check that the power cables are firmly plugged in.
          • 4 Check that all cables connecting peripheral devices to the computer are correctly and firmly at...
          • 5 Turn on the peripheral devices.
          • 6 Turn on the computer.
          • 7 If you are running the computer on battery power, check that the battery charge isn’t low.
        • Problems when you turn on the computer
          • The computer won’t start.
          • The computer starts, but then shuts down and the on/off light glows amber and blinks.
          • The computer starts but, when you press a key on the keyboard or touch the AccuPointII, nothing ...
          • The message “WARNING: RESUME FAILURE. PRESS ANY KEY TO CONTINUE” appears.
          • The message “Boot system has changed” appears.
          • The message “Bad XXXXXXXX” appears after the Toshiba logo is displayed.
          • The message “Warning: XXXX” appears after the Toshiba logo is displayed.
          • The message “Password=” appears after the Toshiba logo is displayed.
          • You press the power button and hear the system start, but you receive a hard disk drive (HDD) err...
            • 1 Insert the Toshiba Companion Diskette into the diskette drive.
            • 2 Restart your computer and press F when the system starts.
            • 3 Press Enter.
            • 4 Choose Exit to DOS, and press Enter.
            • 5 Type sys c:, then press Enter.
            • 6 Remove the diskette from the diskette drive.
            • 7 Restart your computer.
          • You press the power button and hear the system start, but Windows NT does not load correctly.
            • 1 Insert the Toshiba Companion Diskette for Windows NT in the diskette drive.
            • 2 Boot from the hard drive and select Windows NT Workstation 4.0, then press Enter.
            • 3 When prompted to press the spacebar, press the spacebar to invoke the Hardware Profile/Last Kno...
            • 4 Press L to switch to the last known good configuration, then press Enter.
          • The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the diskette drive.
          • The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error message.
        • Resolving a hardware conflict
          • Using the Windows 98 Second Edition troubleshootingfeature
            • 1 From the Windows Help menu, click the Contents tab and select Troubleshooting.
            • 2 Click If you have a hardware conflict and follow the steps.
          • A plan of action
          • Resolving hardware conflicts on your own
            • Interrupt Request channel
            • Direct Memory Access
            • Plug and Play
            • Checking device properties
              • 1 Click Start, then point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
              • 2 Double-click the System icon.
              • 3 Click the Device Manager tab.
              • 4 Double-click the device type.
              • 5 To view the properties, double-click the device.
        • Fixing device-related problems
          • Memory card problems
            • 1 Make sure the computer isn’t in Resume Mode.
            • 2 Click Start, then click Shut Down.
            • 3 Click the button next to Shut down the computer, then click Yes or OK, as appropriate.
            • 4 Remove the memory card following the instructions in “Removing a memory module” on page47.
            • 5 Reinstall the memory card following the instructions in “Installing a memory module” on page43...
            • 6 Replace the memory expansion slot cover.
            • 7 Check for the error again.
            • 8 If the error recurs, remove the memory card entirely and check for the error again.
          • Power and the batteries
            • The AC power light doesn’t come on when you plug in the AC adapter.
            • The power cable and AC adapter work correctly, but the battery won’t charge.
            • The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does.
          • Keyboard problems
            • The keyboard produces unexpected characters.
            • You’ve connected an external keyboard and Windows displays one or more keyboard error messages.
            • Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard.
            • The keyboard locks and the computer will not restart.
          • AccuPointII problems
            • Your finger easily slides off the AccuPointII.
              • 1 Firmly grasp the cap and pull it straight up.
              • 2 After cleaning the cap, position it on the peg and press it into place.
          • Display problems
            • The screen is blank.
            • The built-in screen flickers.
            • Windows displays a message that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapte...
            • The display is set to a simultaneous display mode (LCD/CRT or LCD/TV) and the external display de...
            • You are using an external display device and part of the desktop isn’t visible.
          • Disk drive problems
            • You are having trouble accessing a disk, or some of the data appears to be missing.
              • 1 Click Start, then point to Programs.
              • 2 Point to Accessories, then point to System Tools.
              • 3 Click ScanDisk.
              • 1 Click Start, then point to Programs.
              • 2 Point to Administrative Tools, then click Disk Administrator.
              • 3 Click the partition you want to check for errors.
              • 4 Click Properties or select Properties from the Tools menu.
              • 5 Click Tools in the Disk properties sheet.
              • 6 Click Check Now in the Error Checking box.
              • 7 Check Automatically fix file system errors and Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors.
            • Your hard disk seems very slow.
              • 1 Click Start, then point to Programs.
              • 2 Point to Accessories, then point to System Tools.
              • 3 Click Disk Defragmenter.
            • Your data files are damaged or corrupted.
            • Some programs run correctly but others do not.
            • A diskette won’t go into the diskette drive.
            • The computer displays the Non-system disk or disk error message.
            • The drive can’t read a diskette.
          • Modem problems
            • The modem dials the line but doesn’t connect, or cannot maintain the connection.
            • The modem won’t receive or transmit properly.
            • The modem is on, configured properly, and still won’t transmit or receive data.
          • Problems with the CDROM or DVD-ROM drive
            • You cannot access a disc in the drive.
            • You press the CD-ROM or DVDROM eject button, but the CD-ROM or DVDROM tray doesn’t slide out.
            • Some discs run correctly but others do not.
            • The disc will not come out of the drive when you click the eject button on the screen.
          • Sound system problems
            • You don’t hear any sound from the computer.
            • The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise.
          • Optional devices
          • PC Card problems
            • Card information structure (CIS)
            • PC Card checklist
            • Resolving PC Card problems
              • The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work no longer work.
                • 1 Click the My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click Properties.
                • 2 Click the Device Manager tab.
                • 3 Double-click the device listed as your PC Card.
                • 1 Click Start, then point to Settings.
                • 2 Click Control Panel.
                • 3 Double-click PC Cards (PCMCIA).
              • The system doesn’t seem to recognize my CardBus PC Card.
              • The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC Card.
              • Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails.
                • 1 Click the PC Card icon on the taskbar.
                • 2 Click Stop xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card.
                • 3 Remove the card from the slot.
              • There is still a yellow exclamation point () over the PCMCIA controller icon in Device Manager (W...
              • A PC Card error occurs.
          • Printer problems
            • The printer doesn’t print.
            • The printer doesn’t print what I see on the screen.
        • DVD operating problems– Windows98SecondEdition
          • 1 Check that the disc is in a format that the drive supports (DVD-ROM, DVD-R, or DVD-RW).
          • 2 Ensure that the drive is properly installed in the SelectBay. It must be inserted completely.
          • 3 Ensure that the DVD-ROM disk is properly inserted in the drive tray.
          • 4 Ensure that the Display properties are not True Color (24-bit). If it is set to 24-bit color, t...
          • 5 Clean the DVD disc and try again.
          • 6 Verify that your computer recognizes your DVD-ROM drive. To do this:
          • 7 See “Checking device properties” on page215 for instructions on using Device Manager to view t...
          • 8 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD- ROM drives and their operation.
          • A blank screen appears while watching a DVD-ROM movie or title.
            • 1 Click the secondary mouse button on a blank area of the desktop.
            • 2 Click Properties.
            • 3 Click the Screen Saver tab.
            • 4 Deselect Shut off Monitor.
          • Jumping video lines appear around the DVD-ROM video window.
            • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
            • 2 Double-click the Display icon.
            • 3 Click the Settings tab.
            • 4 Next to the words Desktop Area, move the slider to a lower setting, such as 800x600 or 640x...
            • 5 Click OK.
          • DVD titles, games, or applications appear distorted.
          • The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title.
            • 1 Click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
            • 2 Double-click the Display icon.
            • 3 Click the Screen Saver tab.
            • 4 Click the down arrow at the right of the current screen saver name.
            • 5 Click and hold the up arrow by the list or move the slide to the top.
            • 6 Click None.
            • 7 Click OK.
          • DVDExpress problems
            • General issues
              • DVDExpress controls are disabled.
              • Playback performance is poor.
                • 1 Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
                • 2 Double-click the System icon, then select the Device Manager tab.
                • 3 Open the CDROM device folder, select your DVD-ROM device driver, then click Properties.
                • 4 Select the Settings tab, click the DMA check box, then click OK.
              • The “Root” or “Title” menu does not open.
              • DVDExpress performance decreases after making a system change.
              • Slow playback performance.
                • 1 Close any other open applications to improve the performance of the DVD playback.
                • 2 Ensure DMA is turned on. For more information, see “Direct Memory Access” on page214.
                • 3 If you have installed new hardware (such as a new graphics card or audio card), ensure the comp...
                • 4 Make sure that your display driver resolution, color depth, and refresh rate are optimal for DV...
            • Content issues
              • Movies exhibit poor performance of “Director's Commentary” or other similar optional content vers...
              • DVDExpress will not function properly with “debug” software installed.
            • Minimum system requirements
            • Error messages
        • Developing good computing habits
          • Save your work frequently.
          • On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk.
          • Read the manuals.
        • If you need further assistance
          • Contacting Toshiba
            • Accessing Toshiba online
            • Toshiba’s Bulletin Board Service
            • Toshiba voice contact
        • Toshiba's worldwide offices
  • Part III
    • Appendixes
    • What’s in Part III
    • Appendix A
      • Hot Keys
        • Instant password security
        • Power usage mode
        • Shutdown mode
        • Sound
        • Display modes
        • Keyboard hot keys
    • Appendix B
      • Features and Specifications
        • Built-in features
        • Technology and processor
        • Power
        • Storage capacity
        • Ports
        • Standard hardware
        • Special features
        • Documentation
          • Optional accessories and devices
        • SelectBay modules
        • Power devices
        • Memory modules
        • Expansion capability
        • Other
        • Security
          • Specifications
        • Physical dimensions
        • Environmental conditions
    • Appendix C
      • Power Cable Connectors
        • USA and Canada
        • United Kingdom
        • Australia
        • Europe
    • Appendix D
      • System Resources
        • IRQ level assignments
        • DMA channel assignments
        • Input/output port address assignments
    • Appendix E
      • Video Modes
        • This appendix lists the video modes supported by the display adapter, and identifies the characte...
        • The tables have these columns:
        • This table lists the video modes for the Tecra 8100 computer:
    • Glossary
      • Acronyms
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    • Index
      • Numerics
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