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Toshiba A70-S2482TD A70-S249 A70-S2491 User Manual [PDF]
Pages: 217 | Size: 2.88 MBTable of Contents
- Satellite® A70/75 Series User’s Guide
- Contents
- Introduction
- This guide
- Safety icons
- Other icons used
- Other documentation
- Service options
- Chapter 1: Getting Started
- Selecting a place to work
- Creating a computer-friendly environment
- Keeping yourself comfortable
- Other precautions
- Important information on your computer’s cooling fan
- Setting up your computer
- Setting up your software
- Registering your computer with Toshiba
- Adding external devices
- Connecting to a power source
- Charging the main battery
- Using the computer for the first time
- Opening the display panel
- Your computer’s features and specifications
- Turning on the power
- Using the TouchPad™
- Control buttons
- Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
- Installing additional memory (optional)
- Removing a memory module
- Using an external keyboard
- Connecting a mouse
- Connecting a printer
- Setting up a printer
- Using external display devices
- Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
- Adjusting the quality of the external display
- Turning off the computer
- Closing the display panel
- Caring for your computer
- Cleaning the computer
- Moving the computer
- Using a computer lock
- Selecting a place to work
- Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
- Computing tips
- Using the keyboard
- Character keys
- Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
- Function keys
- Windows® special keys
- Overlay keys
- Starting a program
- Starting a program from the Start menu
- Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer
- Starting a program from the Run dialog box
- Saving your work
- Printing your work
- Backing up your files
- Restoring your work
- Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive
- Drive components and control buttons
- DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components
- CD/DVD control and Music CD buttons
- Inserting a disc
- Playing an audio CD
- Playing CDs using Auto-Run
- Creating a CD
- Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD
- Removing a disc with the computer on
- Removing a disc with the computer off
- Caring for CD and DVD discs
- Powering down the computer
- Using Turn Off or Shut down
- Hibernation command
- Stand By command
- Turning off more quickly
- Starting again after Turn Off
- Using Hibernation
- Starting again from Hibernation mode
- Using Stand by
- Going into Stand by mode more quickly
- Starting again from Stand by
- Toshiba’s online resources
- Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
- Toshiba’s energy-saver design
- Running the computer on battery power
- Battery Notice
- Power management
- Using additional batteries
- Charging the batteries
- Charging the main battery
- Charging the RTC battery
- Monitoring battery power
- Determining remaining battery power
- Conserving battery power
- What to do when the battery runs low
- Setting battery alarms
- Changing the main battery
- Removing the battery from the computer
- Taking care of your battery
- Safety precautions
- Maximizing battery life
- Disposing of used batteries safely
- Traveling tips
- Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options
- Exploring the desktop
- Finding your way around the desktop
- Setting up for communications
- Connecting the modem to a telephone line
- Connecting your computer to a network
- An overview of using the Internet
- The Internet
- The World Wide Web
- Internet Service Providers
- Connecting to the Internet
- Surfing the Internet
- Internet features
- Uploading and downloading files from the Internet
- Exploring video features
- Changing the display properties setting
- Display settings hot key
- Exploring audio features
- Recording sounds
- Using a microphone
- Adjusting recording settings
- Using external speakers or headphones
- Using the i.LINK® port
- Using PC Cards
- PC Card supporting software
- Inserting PC Cards
- Removing PC Cards
- Hot swapping
- Using the Media Card Reader
- Inserting a Card in the Media Card Reader
- Removing a Card from the Media Card Reader
- Exploring the desktop
- Chapter 5: If Something Goes Wrong
- Problems when you turn on the computer
- The Windows® operating system is not working
- Using Startup options to fix problems
- Internet problems
- The Windows® XP operating system can help you
- Resolving a hardware conflict
- A plan of action
- Resolving hardware conflicts on your own
- Fixing a problem with Device Manager
- Memory module problems
- Power and the batteries
- Keyboard problems
- Display problems
- Disk drive problems
- DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems
- Sound system problems
- PC Card problems
- Printer problems
- Modem problems
- Develop good computing habits
- If you need further assistance
- Before you call
- Contacting Toshiba
- Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
- Toshiba’s worldwide offices
- Appendix A: Hot Keys
- Instant password security
- Without a password
- With a password
- Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged
- Sound
- Power usage mode
- Stand by mode
- Hibernation mode
- Display modes
- Enabling a wireless device
- Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
- Keyboard hot keys
- Instant password security
- Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors
- Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba Computer
- Getting Started
- Starting ConfigFree
- ConfigFree Utilities
- Connectivity Doctor
- Search for Wireless Devices
- Profile Settings
- Quick Connect
- Using the Automatic Switch
- Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
- Getting Started
- Glossary
- Index