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®
Satellite
2400/2405 Series
User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
®
InTouch Center
Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777
Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see Chapter 9 on page 222 in this
guide.
C6617-1002M2
TOSHIBA
5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.4.0
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2 ® Model: Satellite 2400/2405 Series Compact Disk-ReWritable 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
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3 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. FCC Notice 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
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4 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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5 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 equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasibl
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6 aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power ut
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7 Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Toshiba believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards a
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8 Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'object d'une licence, il doit être utilisé à l 'interieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blidage maximal. Si le matérial (ou son antenne d 'émission) est installé à l ' exterieur, il doit faire l'object d' une licence. 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 follo
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9 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 receiver. ❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a ci
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10 Caution: Bluetooth and Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation TM The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from Toshiba is far below FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In order to comply with FCC radio frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth Card has to be operated with the user maintaining a min
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11 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
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12 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. Trademarks Satellite, Noteworthy, SelectServ, InTouch, and Fn-esse are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, DirectX, and DirectShow are registered trademarks, and Wind
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Contents Introduction ..............................................................23 This guide .............................................................. 23 Safety icons ........................................................... 24 Other icons used.............................................. 25 Other documentation ............................................. 25 Service options ...................................................... 26 Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ................
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Contents 14 Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 39 Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 40 Precautions...................................................... 43 Setting up your computer ...................................... 44 Setting up your software.................................. 45 Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 46 Adding external devices ................................... 46 Installing additional memory (optional) ................. 47 Conn
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Contents 15 Caring for your computer....................................... 73 Cleaning the computer..................................... 74 Moving the computer....................................... 74 Using a computer lock ..................................... 74 Chapter 3: Learning the Basics.................................. 76 Computing tips ...................................................... 76 Using the keyboard ................................................ 77 Character keys .......
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Contents 16 Using the DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW multifunction drive ........... 96 Setting up for communications.............................. 97 Connecting the modem.................................... 97 Connecting your computer to a network.......... 98 Powering down the computer................................ 99 Turn Off or Shut down command..................... 99 Restart command .......................................... 100 Hibernation command ................................... 100 Stan
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Contents 17 Conserving battery power.............................. 123 What to do when the battery runs low ........... 124 Setting battery alarms.................................... 125 Changing the main battery................................... 126 Removing the battery from the computer ...... 126 Removing the battery from the battery cover. 127 Inserting a charged battery ............................ 128 Disposing of used batteries safely ....................... 129 Traveling tips...........
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Contents 18 Lesson 14: If I am lost, what do I do? ................. 157 ® Windows XP Help and Support.................... 157 ® Using the Windows XP tour ......................... 159 Lesson 15: Turning off your computer................. 160 Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options.......................... 161 ® Windows XP special features............................. 161 Personalizing your desktop.................................. 162 Customizing the taskbar ................................ 162 Ch
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Contents 19 Playing DVDs ................................................. 177 Exploring audio features ...................................... 177 Recording sounds.......................................... 178 Using a microphone....................................... 178 Adjusting recording quality ............................ 179 Using external speakers or headphones......... 180 Using PC Cards.................................................... 181 PC Card supporting software .................
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Contents 20 Using the WinDVD toolbar ............................. 203 Using the WinDVD status bar ........................ 203 Using the WinDVD control panel.................... 204 Using the control panel playback buttons ...... 205 Maximizing the video window........................ 207 Using playlists ..................................................... 208 Creating playlists ........................................... 208 Loading and playing playlists......................... 209 Resuming