Toshiba Satellite 1100 Manual

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Setting up your computer
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clicking the icon on your desktop or by mailing the 
registration card that may ship with your computer.
NOTE: To register online, your computer’s modem must be 
connected to a voice-grade telephone line.
Adding external devices
NOTE: Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends 
setting up your software first. See “Setting up your software” on 
page 39.
Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to:
❖Add more memory (see “Installing additional memory 
(optional)” on page 47)
❖Connect a mouse (see “Connecting a mouse” on page 51)
❖Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on 
page 52)
❖Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 150) 
						

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Connecting the AC adapter
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Connecting the AC adapter
The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an 
AC outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. The AC 
power light on the computer glows when the device is 
plugged in.
Power cable and AC adapter
DANGER: Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. 
Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or 
apply heat to the power cable.
If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, dis-
continue use. There is a risk of electric shock.
Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. 
Doing so may cause an electric shock.
To connect AC power to the computer:
1Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.
Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter
Power cable
AC adapter
AC power
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2Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN jack on the back of 
the computer.
To locate the DC-IN jack, see “Back” on page 25.
3Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.
The AC power and battery lights glow.
CAUTION: Using the wrong AC adapter could damage your 
computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such 
cases.
Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it. Hold the power 
plug when removing the cable from the outlet.
Charging the main battery
To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall 
outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the 
computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while 
the computer is on. For more information on battery use, see 
“Running the computer on battery power” on page 88.
TECHNICAL NOTE: The battery does not charge while the 
computer is consuming full power.
CAUTION: Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid 
leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few 
hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can 
damage the battery.
NOTE: Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the 
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Using the computer for the first time
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Using the computer for the first time
Opening the display panel
Press the display latch and lift the display panel.
Opening the display panel
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it 
beyond the point where it moves easily.
Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.
Turning on the power
1Check that all the drives are empty.
2Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the 
power button located on the top of the keyboard. For an 
illustration to help you locate this button, see “Front with 
the display open” on page 28.
NOTE: When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn 
off the power again until the operating system has loaded 
completely.
Push Lift
On 
						

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The AC power indicator glows when the computer is 
connected to an external power source. 
The battery light:
❖Glows amber while the battery is being charged.
❖Glows green when the battery is fully charged.
❖Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an 
external power source. For information on 
determining battery power, see “Monitoring battery 
power” on page 90.
The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the 
hard disk drive is currently in use. 
The disc/disk activity indicator flashes while the CD 
drive or floppy disk drive is being accessed. 
CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.
Using the TouchPad™
The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in 
front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to 
move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move 
your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you’d like to 
move the cursor: 
❖To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your 
finger forward on the TouchPad.
❖To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your 
finger toward yourself.
❖To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide 
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❖To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to 
left.
NOTE: Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display 
screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having 
to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the 
preferred direction.
Once you’ve positioned your cursor, you can either click it 
into place by double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the 
control buttons. For more on the TouchPad, see “Lesson 2: 
Using the TouchPad and control buttons together” on 
page 103.
Control buttons
When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move 
the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary 
(left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button 
twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually 
corresponds to the left mouse button.
The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on 
the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right 
mouse button. Check your program’s documentation to find 
whether it uses the right mouse button.
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the enable/
disable TouchPad setting:
1Click Start, Control Panel.
The Control Panel window appears.
2Click Printers and Other Hardware.
3Click Mouse Properties.
The Mouse Properties window appears. 
						

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4Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab.
The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears.
5Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate.
6Click Apply.
7Click OK.
The Mouse Properties window closes.
8Close the Printers and Other Hardware window.
9Close the Control Panel window.
Installing additional memory (optional)
CAUTION: Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off 
the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a 
memory module while the computer is in Stand by or Hibernation 
mode, data will be lost. 
A memory module must be installed in slot A. Do not try to oper-
ate the computer with a memory module in slot B only.
If you install a memory module that is incompatible with the 
computer, a beep will sound when you turn on the computer. If the 
module is installed in slot A, there will be a long beep followed by 
a short beep. If the module is in slot B, there will be a long beep 
followed by two short beeps. In this case, turn off the computer 
and remove the incompatible module.
Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of 
today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the 
computer’s memory if you use complex software or process 
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Installing additional memory (optional)
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Additional memory comes in 128 MB and 256 MB modules. 
There are two memory slots. Your system may have both 
slots occupied.
CAUTION: If you use the computer for a long time, the memory 
modules will become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to 
room temperature before you replace them.down to locate the 
expansion memory slot cover.
You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a 
memory module.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a 
standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition.
If you are adding memory after you have started to use the 
computer, begin at step 1, otherwise skip to step 2. 
1Turn off the computer via the Start menu.
See “Using Turn Off Computer” on page 77.
The operating system turns off the computer. 
2Unplug and remove any cables connected to the 
computer. 
3Close the display panel and turn the computer upside 
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Base of a Satellite 1100 computer
4Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the 
two screws that secure the expansion memory slot cover, 
then remove the memory slot cover. 
5Put the screws and the cover in a safe place so that you 
can retrieve them later.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. 
Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to 
discharge any static electricity you may have built up.
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its 
gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).
6Remove the memory module from its antistatic 
packaging.
7Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold 
connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the 
socket. 
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8Gently put the memory module connector down at an 
angle and press down until the clips snap into place.
Do not force the module into position. The memory 
module should be level when secured in place.
Inserting the memory module
CAUTION: Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module 
or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause 
memory access problems. 
9Replace the expansion memory slot cover.
10Replace the screws and tighten them.
11Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you 
removed.
12Turn on the computer.
To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the 
memory, click Start, Control Panel and click 
Performance and Maintenance. Click System to view 
the recognized memory.
13If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut 
down the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and 
make sure the memory module is seated properly, as 
described in step 8.