Toshiba Satellite 2430 2435 Manual

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Lesson 6: Starting programs ............................... 121
Lesson 7: Resizing, repositioning, and hiding 
windows ........................................................ 123
Using the taskbar ........................................... 124
Minimizing and maximizing windows ............ 124
Resizing and moving windows....................... 125
Lesson 8: Closing programs  ............................... 126
Lesson 9: Creating shortcuts...

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Transferring files using a parallel port 
connection ............................................... 151
Getting help transferring files......................... 152
Connecting to the Internet ................................... 152
An overview of using the Internet ........................ 153
The Internet ................................................... 153
The World Wide Web ..................................... 154
Internet Service...

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Chapter 7: WinDVD™ ..............................................  167
Playing DVDs  .......................................................167
Using the WinDVD control panel ..........................170
Using WinDVD Advanced Features  ......................174
Using playlists  .....................................................175
Getting Help  .........................................................178
Exiting WinDVD...

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Toshiba’s worldwide offices ................................. 212
Appendix A: Hot Keys .............................................  215
Instant password security .................................... 215
Without a password ....................................... 215
With a password ............................................ 215
Maintaining security when the battery isn’t fully 
charged .................................................... 216
Sound...

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Introduction
Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia 
computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your 
access to information can accompany you wherever you go. 
You will find your operating system, Microsoft
® Windows® XP 
already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers 
exciting features and easy Internet access.
This guide contains information about your operating system and 
how it functions with your Toshiba computer. For specific...

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Safety icons
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If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook 
computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to 
familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how 
to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most.
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. These...

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Other documentation
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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.
Other documentation
Your computer comes with the following documentation:
❖This electronic user’s guide. Look for the user’s guide icon on 
your desktop or in...

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Service options
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Service options
Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its 
SelectServTM warranty programs. For more information, visit 
Toshiba’s Web site at 
toshiba.com. 
If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If 
Something Goes Wrong” on page 179. 

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Chapter 1
Finding Your Way 
Around
This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your notebook 
computer. It serves as a reference when you need to locate 
specific parts of the computer.
Making sure you have everything
Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card 
provided with your system to make sure you received 
everything. If any items are missing or damaged, notify your 
dealer immediately. For additional help, see “If you need 
further assistance” on page 210. 

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Front with the display closed
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Front with the display closed
The display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked. 
To open the display panel, press the display latch and raise 
the panel.
The CD/DVD control buttons let you play audio CDs when 
the computer is turned off. You can also use them to play CDs 
and DVDs with the computer turned on. For more 
information, see “CD/DVD control buttons” on page 78.
Back
The DC IN port is where you plug in the...