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2 Compact Disk-Read/Write The computer system you purchased may include a Compact Disk-Read/Write (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
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3 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 ARIS
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4 Models: Satellite Pro 4600 Series FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information” This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause har
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5 Contact: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000 Industry Canada Requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FCC Requirements The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems. Installation When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give th
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6 Telephone Company Procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If any of your telephone e
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7 Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment 1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is perm
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8 Wireless Interoperability The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to: ❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. ❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance. Wireless LA
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9 Canada – Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions: ❖
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10 harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❖ Increase the distance between the equipment and the receive
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11 CD-ROM / DVD-ROM Safety Instruction The CD-ROM / DVD-ROM drive employs 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 encl
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12 Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba Corporation, 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. ©2000 by Toshiba Corporation. All rights reserved. Export Administration Regulation This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Re
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13 Trademarks Satellite Pro, Noteworthy, Fn-esse, NoteDock, and AccuPoint II are registered trademarks, SecureSleep, SelectServ, Ask IRIS Online, Active Menu, and VirtualTech are trademarks, and InTouch is a service mark of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark, and PS/2 is a trademark of IBM Corporation. CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc.
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14 ® Energy Star Compliance ® As an Energy Star partner, Toshiba has determined that this product is Energy Star compliant.
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Contents Contents..................................................................................... 15 Introduction............................................................................... 23 This guide............................................................................... 23 Safety icons............................................................................ 24 Other icons used............................................................... 25 Other documentation............
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16 Chapter 2: Getting Started........................................................ 39 Precautions............................................................................ 39 Selecting a place to work...................................................... 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment.................... 40 Keeping yourself comfortable.......................................... 41 Setting up your computer.................................................... 44 Connecting the mode
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17 Starting a program from the Run dialog box................. 66 Saving your work.................................................................. 67 Printing your work................................................................. 69 Using diskettes...................................................................... 70 Inserting and removing diskettes.................................... 71 Caring for diskettes........................................................... 71 Using compact dis
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18 Using Hardware Setup..................................................... 98 Using the Power Saver Utility.......................................... 99 Using a hot key to select the power usage mode........ 100 Turning off the display automatically............................ 101 Using battery alarms...................................................... 102 Changing the main battery................................................. 102 Removing the battery from the computer....................
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19 Removing a PC Card...................................................... 128 Setting up your PC Card for your computer................. 129 Hot swapping PC Cards................................................. 129 Using an expansion device................................................. 130 Chapter 6: Enhancing Productivity........................................ 131 Exploring the desktop......................................................... 131 Finding your way around the desktop.......
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20 Chapter 7: DVDExpress.......................................................... 151 DVDExpress........................................................................ 151 Starting DVDExpress...................................................... 152 Status display window................................................... 152 DVD Player controls....................................................... 153 Using the DVDExpress shortcuts.................................. 156 Using DVDExpress option