Document Outline

• Satellite® A60/A65 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
    • Activating the power-on password
  • Using the TouchPad™
    • Using TOSHIBA Touch and Launch
  • Installing additional memory (optional)
    • Removing a memory module
  • Using an external keyboard
  • Connecting a mouse
  • Connecting a printer
    • Connecting a USB printer
    • Connecting a parallel printer
    • Setting up a printer
  • Connecting an optional external diskette drive
  • Using external display devices
    • Connecting an external monitor
    • Directing the display output when you turn on the computer
    • Adjusting the quality of the external display
    • Display limitations
  • Powering off the computer
  • Caring for your computer
    • Cleaning the computer
    • Moving the computer
    • Using a computer lock
• 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
    • DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components
    • CD/DVD control 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
    • Turn Off or Shut down command
    • Restart command
    • Hibernation command
    • Standby command
  • Using Turn Off or Shut down
    • Turning off or shutting down more quickly
    • Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down
  • Using Hibernation
    • Enabling the Hibernation command
    • Going into Hibernation mode
    • Going into Hibernation mode more quickly
    • Starting again from Hibernation mode
  • Using Standby
    • Going into Standby mode more quickly
    • Starting again from Standby
  • 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
    • Inserting the battery in 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
    • Determining the COM port
    • 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
    • Playing DVDs
    • Display settings hot key
  • Exploring audio features
    • Recording sounds
    • Using a microphone
    • Adjusting recording settings
    • Using external speakers or headphones
  • Using PC Cards
    • Inserting PC Cards
    • Removing PC Cards
    • Hot swapping
• Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities
  • TOSHIBA Accessibility
  • Fn-esse
    • Starting Fn-esse
    • Assigning a key to a program or document
    • Viewing existing key assignments
    • Changing or removing existing key assignments
  • Hotkey utility
  • TOSHIBA Console
    • Customize Your Computer
    • Security
    • Power Management
    • Toshiba Hardware Setup
  • TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  • Application Launch Button
• Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
  • Problems that are easy to fix
  • 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
  • Volume Mute
  • Instant password security
    • Without a password
    • With a password
    • Maintaining security when the battery is not fully charged
  • Power usage mode
  • Standby mode
  • Hibernation mode
  • Display modes
  • Display brightness
  • Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
  • Keyboard hot keys
• 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
• Glossary
• Index