Toshiba 1800 S253 - Satellite - PIII 850 MHz Owner's manual

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Satellite®
1800/1805 Series
Supplemental Guide
For Systems with the Windows 98 Second
Edition Operating System
If you need assistance:
❖VirtualTechTM e-support tool
Double-click the desktop icon or visit the Web site:
http://virtualtech.answerteam.com
❖InTouchsm Center
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Calling from outside the United States [phone]
For more information, see your Satellite ®1800/1805 Series
User’s Guide.
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TOSHIBA
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Model: Satellite 1800/1805 Series
Compact Disk-Read/Write
The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk-ReWritable
(CD-RW), one of the most advanced storage technologies available. As with any
new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the
applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product
may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage.
TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS
AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT
OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR
ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND
SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO
OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR
REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING
FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY THEREOF.
Protection of Stored Data
For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data
stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible
failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR
LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF
THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE
DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER
DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR
TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM
WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR
TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE
FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.

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Critical Applications
The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.”
“Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications,
connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear
facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to
injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS
DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE
OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL
APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A
CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME
FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW
Safety Instructions
The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives employ a laser
system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction
manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever
require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those
specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

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Location of the required label
(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may
vary.)
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a
“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the
instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of
any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED
service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to
open the enclosure.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
Copyright
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all
rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any
form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is
assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
©2001 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

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Export Administration Regulation
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S.
Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the
U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly,
in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.
Notice
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any
product specifications, is subject to change without notice.
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA
INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO
WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY
OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES
INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY
TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS
CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN
THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL
TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES,
WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE,
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL
OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE
USE THEREOF.

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Trademarks
Satellite is a registered trademark, VirtualTech is a trademark, and InTouch is a
service mark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba
Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Millennium
Edition, Windows Media and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
PS/2 is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Energy Star is a registered trademark of the United States Environmental
Protection Agency.
Other product names and trademarks belong to the individual companies
concerned.
Energy Star Compliance
As an Energy Star® partner, Toshiba has determined that this product is Energy
Star compliant.
Computer Disposal Information
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to
environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information,
please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at
www.eiae.org.

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Contents
Introduction.................................................................................. 9
Safety icons............................................................................ 11
Other icons used ................................................................... 12
Chapter 1: Learning the Basics................................................ 13
Completing startup................................................................ 13
Completing installation..................................................... 14
Using Windows ®98 Second Edition Help......................... 14
Using Windows®Explorer................................................... 15
Disabling the Ethernet LAN Port .......................................... 15
Determining remaining battery power ................................ 16
Turning off the display automatically................................... 17
Enabling the screen saver ................................................ 17
Powering down the computer ............................................. 17
Chapter 2: Toshiba Utilities....................................................... 19
Toshiba Power Saver utility.................................................. 20
Hibernate tab in Toshiba Power Saver ........................... 20
Other Toshiba Power Saver functions............................. 21
Setting passwords................................................................. 22
Using an instant password .............................................. 23

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Setting a user password .................................................. 23
Disabling a user password .............................................. 23
Setting a supervisor password........................................ 24
Deleting a supervisor password...................................... 25
Index........................................................................................... 27

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Introduction
The Satellite®1800/1805 Series User’s Guide, a separate
manual provided with your system, contains basic information
about your computer including: troubleshooting, information on
using your computer’s hardware, and Microsoft®Windows®
Millennium Edition operating system.
This supplemental guide explains functions that are unique to
Windows®98 Second Edition operating system.
Many features work in much the same way under both operating
systems. Examples include:
❖Add printer wizard
❖Backing up and restoring work
❖Battery alarms
❖Completing Windows®installation
❖Connecting a PS/2®mouse
❖Deleting files
❖Exchanging data with another computer
❖File naming conventions

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❖Fn-esse
❖Hibernate command
❖Key assignments
❖Power options and management
❖Printing
❖Run dialog box
❖Saving files
❖Scan Disk, Disk Defragmenter, Maintenance Wizard
❖Setting time zone, date, and time
❖Shortcut tray, taskbar and system tray
❖Shut down command
❖Standby command
❖Starting a program
❖Toshiba HW setup
❖Troubleshooting
❖Using an external monitor
❖Windows MediaTM Player
❖Windows®Special Keys
Please refer to the user’s guide for information on these features.

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Safety icons
The following functions are not supported by Windows®98
Second Edition operating system:
❖System restore function
❖System file protection
❖Help center with tours and tutorials, automated support, and
automatic Windows®update
❖Network setup wizards
Safety icons
This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in
order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal
injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. The safety
instructions have been classified according to the seriousness of
the risk, and are highlighted with icons as follows:
CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety
instruction is not observed.
NOTE: This icon indicates information that relates to the safe
operation of the equipment or related items.

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Other icons used
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational
information:
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical
information about the computer.
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used
in the text.

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Chapter 1
Learning the Basics
This chapter contains information to help you get started with the
Windows®98 Second Edition operating system. For specific
questions about your operating system or other software that may
come preinstalled on your computer, refer to the documentation
that was packaged with your computer.
Completing startup
The first time you turn on your computer, the Windows®98
Second Edition operating system guides you through several
essential steps to set up your software. These steps may or may not
appear in the following order:
❖Select your time zone.
Select one of the time zones listed by clicking the up and
down arrow keys to highlight the appropriate time zone, then
click Next to change the setting.
❖Confirm acceptance of the Microsoft®End User License
Agreement and complete information to personalize your
copy of the operating system.

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Using Windows ®98 Second Edition Help
❖You may be offered the opportunity to register your computer
with Toshiba. If not, make sure you register later by
double-clicking the Registration icon on your desktop.
NOTE: To register online, your computer’s modem must be
connected to a voice-grade telephone line, or to a Local Area
Network.
To register your computer at a later time, select No, I do not
want to register at this time.
❖Read about Warranty Extensions and Upgrades.
This step provides important information from Microsoft.
❖Sign up for Internet access.
This step guides you through signing up for a new Internet
account, or assists you in setting up your computer to work
with your existing Internet account.
Completing installation
On completing the startup procedure, you will be prompted to
click Finish to restart your computer.
Using Windows ®98 Second Edition Help
Windows®98 Second Edition operating system has a Help
facility. If you cannot figure out how to do something, you can
access Windows®Help using the following steps:
1Click Start, then click Help.
The Windows®98 Second Edition Help window appears.

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Learning the Basics
Using Windows ®Explorer
NOTE: If you have a Windows®program open, you can use a
keyboard shortcut, F1, to access Help.Or, click Help on the
program’s taskbar.
2Click Index to view topics listed in the Windows®Help index
or click Search to search for a topic.
Using Windows®Explorer
If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it
from Windows®Explorer, which gives you a view of your
computer disks’contents as a hierarchy or “tree.”You can easily
see the content of each drive and folder on your computer.
To access Windows®Explorer click Start, point to Programs,
and click Windows®Explorer.
Disabling the Ethernet LAN Port
When your computer starts, the operating system attempts to
contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. If
the computer is not connected to a network, it may pause a few
minutes as it waits for a reply. To avoid this delay, you can disable
the LAN port.
To disable the LAN port:
1Click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
2Double-click the System icon and select Device Manager.
3Select Intel®Pro/100 VE Network Connection in Network
Adapters.
4Click the Properties button.
5Check the Disable in this hardware profile check box.

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Determining remaining battery power
6Click OK.
Your LAN port is now disabled.
To enable the Ethernet LAN port, repeat steps one through four.
Uncheck the Disable in this hardware profile check box. Click
OK.
Determining remaining battery power
NOTE: Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the
computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery
power. The computer needs this time to check the battery’s
remaining capacity and perform its calculations.
1Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2Double-click the To s hi ba Pow e r S ave r icon.
3Choose the Power meter tab to show the current charge
mode of the battery.
The value displays as a percentage of remaining battery
charge.
TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains battery power faster
at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently
if you’re working in temperatures below 50 degrees
Fahrenheit.
The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based
on your current rate of power use and other factors such as
the age of the battery.

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Learning the Basics
Turning off the display automatically
Turning off the display automatically
To save power, it’s a good idea to set the display to turn off
automatically when you’re not using the computer. You can do
this in the following ways:
❖Use the Windows®Power Saver Properties to turn off the
LCD panel after a certain amount of time has passed.
❖Use the Windows®Display Properties to enable a screen
saver of your choice.
Enabling the screen saver
1Click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.
2Double-click Display, and click the Screen Saver tab.
3In the section labeled Screen Saver, select a Screen Saver of
your choice.
4In the Wait window, click the up and down buttons to set the
number of minutes before the display turns off automatically.
❖Click OK to save your changes and exit the Display
Properties dialog box.
Powering down the computer
When you power down the computer, you have three options to
choose from: Shut down, Hibernation and Standby. Each of these
options is described in detail in your Satellite®1800/1805 Series
User’s Guide.
TECHNICAL NOTES: Before powering down your computer,
save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off.
If you decide to continue working, wait a few seconds before
turning the computer on again.

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Powering down the computer
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Chapter 2
Toshiba Utilities
Your notebook computer includes several utilities designed to help
you reconfigure your system and best meet your individual needs.
These utilities are covered in the Satellite®1800/1805 Series
User’s Guide.
This chapter describes:
❖Toshiba Power Saver
❖Setting user passwords
❖Using a supervisor password.

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Toshiba Power Saver utility
Toshiba Power Saver utility
Toshiba’s Power Saver utility enhances your computer’s power
management capabilities. It controls the computer’s Power Save
Mode, which is a series of settings for power management. In the
Power Save Properties dialog, you can choose which mode to use,
change settings for each mode, or create your own mode.
To access Power Saver Properties:
1Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control
Panel.
2In the Control Panel window, double-click the To s hi ba
Power Saver icon.
Select and change various options in the dialog box. Click OK to
reconfigure.
Choose a power-saving management strategy to best suit your
computing needs. If you are running on batteries and the programs
that you are using do not require many system resources, you may
have longer work sessions by enabling the Normal or Long Life
settings.
Any options that you change become effective when you click
either OK or Apply.
Hibernate tab in Toshiba Power Saver
To enable the Hibernation mode from the Toshiba Power Saver
Properties dialog box:
1Click the Hibernate tab.
2Check the box associated with Enable Hibernate Support.
3Click OK to close the dialog box and click OK to close the
Toshiba Power Saver utility. Close the Control Panel.