Toshiba Satellite 3000 S Manual

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Using playlists...................................................................... 170
Creating playlists ............................................................. 170
Loading and playing playlists......................................... 172
Resuming normal playback after using playlists ......... 172
Customizing WinDVD ......................................................... 172
Setting general properties .............................................. 173
Setting audio properties...

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Display problems............................................................  202
Disk drive problems .......................................................  204
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive problems .......................  206
Sound system problems ...............................................  213
PC Card problems ..........................................................  214
Printer problems.............................................................  217
Modem...

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Introduction
Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia 
computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your 
work can accompany you wherever you go. 
Your Satellite Pro Series computer offers enhanced multimedia 
features and easy Internet access combined with great flexibility. 
Its Modular Bay enables you to switch between a diskette drive, 
CD-ROM , DVD-ROM , CD-ROM/RW, DVD-ROM/CD-RW 
drive, a second hard disk drive, or second battery as you need 
them. Your computer may also...

24Safety icons
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 safety 
cautions have been classified...

25Other documentation
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
In addition to this user’s guide, your computer comes with the 
following documentation:

An electronic version of the user’s guide. Look for the user’s 
guide icon on your...

26Service options
Service options
Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its 
SelectServTM warranty programs. For more information, visit 
To s h i b a’s Web site at 
Toshiba.com. 
If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If 
Something Goes Wrong” on page 185. 

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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 221. 

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Finding Your Way Around
Front with the display closed
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 Modular Bay comes with a CD or DVD drive installed. This 
bay can accommodate a CD-ROM, CD-R,CD-RW, DVD-ROM, 
or multifunction DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive. It also supports a 
diskette drive, additional hard disk drive or secondary battery. The 
bay only supports one device at a time. It is...

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Finding Your Way Around
Back
Back
The cooling vent prevents the computer’s central processing unit 
(CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its 
maximum speed.
CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make 
sure you don’t block the cooling vents.
The DC-IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter.
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow you to connect USB 
peripherals to your computer.
DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that 
supports a data-transfer...

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Finding Your Way Around
Right side
The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer or other 
parallel device, including ECP-compatible devices. 
The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area 
network using a 10/100 Ethernet link.
The modem port lets you use a modular cable to connect the 
modem directly to a standard telephone line. For more 
information, see “Using the modem” on page 83. 
The S-video out port allows you to connect a television or other 
video output device.
The...