Toshiba Satellite 3000 S Manual

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Using your CD or DVD drive
Playing a DVD
This manual has an entire chapter devoted to using WinDVD. For 
information about how to play back a DVD, see “WinDVD 
2000” on page 163.
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD
CDs and DVDs contain files just like diskettes and the hard disk. 
CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots 
of space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You can 
use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or 
DV D.
Removing a disc with the computer on
CAUTION: Check the DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, or CD-RW drive 
in-use indicator light when you use the DVD-ROM, CD-
ROM, or CD-RW drive. Do not press the eject button, 
disconnect a drive, or turn off the computer while the light is 
glowing. Doing so could damage the CD, DVD, or drive.
1Locate and press the eject button.
The disc tray partially opens.
2Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open.
3Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its 
protective cover.
CAUTION: If the disc is spinning when you open the disc 
tray, wait for the disc to stop before removing it.
4Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray 
until it clicks indicating that it is locked. 
						

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Removing a disc with the computer off
1Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into 
the manual eject button access hole. 
CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the manual eject 
button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and 
damage it.
2Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its 
protective cover.
3Push the tray in to close the drive.
Caring for CDs and DVDs 

Store your discs in their original containers to protect them 
from scratches and keep them clean.

Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.

Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface of 
a compact disc can prevent the drive from reading the data 
properly.

Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or 
cold.

To clean a disc, wipe it from the center outwards (not in a 
circle) with a clean, dry cloth. If necessary, moisten the cloth 
with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or rubbing 
alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the 
drive.
Setting up for communications
To communicate across the telephone lines with another 
computer, you need: 
						

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The computer’s modem 

A telephone line 

A communications program 
To connect to the Internet, you need a Web browser, such as 
Microsoft
® Internet Explorer. 
TECHNICAL NOTE: Disable Call Waiting before you connect 
through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts data 
transmission.
Using the modem
The Satellite Pro 3000/3005 Series computers come with a built-in 
modem and 10/100 Ethernet LAN connection. To use the modem, 
you must connect it to a standard voice-grade RJ11 telephone line. 
1Attach one end of a standard RJ11 telephone cable to the 
modem port. 
To locate the modem port, see “Back” on page 29.
2Plug the other end of the RJ11 telephone cable into the 
modular jack of a standard voice-grade telephone line.
Connecting your computer to a network 
You can connect your computer to a network locally or remotely. 

Locally, using the built-in 10/100 Ethernet LAN adapter by 
connecting it to a standard RJ45 LAN line. 

Remotely, using the built-in modem and a dial-up connection. 
For specific information about connecting to the local area 
network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN), consult your 
network administrator.
To use a dial-up connection, have your network administrator 
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telephone number for the dial-up connection. To set up the 
network connection, use the Dial-Up Networking Wizard: 
1Click Start and point to Programs.
2Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and click 
Dial-Up Networking.
3Enter the phone number of your network connection and let 
the program dial the number.
The computer connects with the network.
Powering down the computer
When you power down the computer, you have three options 
to choose from: Shut down, Hibernation and Standby. Each 
option has its advantages. 
TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to 
power down your computer, save your files and make sure 
the disk activity lights are off.
If you decide to continue working, wait a few seconds before 
turning the computer on again.
Shut down command
The Shut down command shuts the computer down 
completely. When you start up again, the computer runs a 
self-test and loads the operating system. You must open any 
programs and files you want to use. 
Factors when choosing Shut down:

No power is used while the computer is shut down. This 
is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your 
computer for an extended time.

Restarting from Shut down uses the most time and 
battery power. 
						

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Powering down the computer

When starting up again, the system does not 
automatically open programs and files you were 
previously using.
Hibernation command
Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first 
saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk. Since 
Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved 
information, the system settings are retained indefinitely. 
Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than 
restoring it from memory. When you start up again, the computer 
runs a self-test, loads the operating system, and then returns to the 
state in which you left it.
Factors when choosing Hibernation mode:

While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery 
power.

Because the state of the system is held on the hard disk, no 
data is lost if the battery discharges.

Restarting from Hibernation mode uses less time and battery 
power than restarting from Shut down.

Restarting from Hibernation mode uses a little more time and 
battery power than restarting from Standby because 
information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of 
memory.

When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in 
which you left it, including all open programs and files you 
were using.
Standby command 
The Standby command puts the computer into a power-saving 
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so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 
from where you left off. 
Factors when choosing Standby:

While in Standby mode, the computer uses some battery 
power. The battery will eventually discharge in Standby 
mode. If the battery discharges, your data will be lost if you do 
not save your work before entering Standby mode.

Restarting from Standby mode uses less time and battery 
power than restarting from Shut down or Hibernation mode.

When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in 
which you left it, including all open programs and files you 
were using.
NOTE: If you power down using the Standby command and 
the battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be 
sure to save your work first. 
Using Shut down 
To power down the computer using the Shut down command, 
click Start, Shut Down, select Shut down from the menu, then 
click OK. 
The computer shuts down completely.
Shutting down more quickly
You can also shut down the computer by pressing the power 
button or closing the display panel. 
To use either of these methods, you first need to turn on the feature 
in the Power Management utility.
1Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click Control 
Panel. 
						

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2In the Control Panel window, double-click the Power 
Management icon. If the Power Management icon is not 
present, click View all control panel options on the left side 
of the panel.
The Power Management Properties dialog box appears.
3Click the Advanced tab, and select the options you want.

When I close the lid of my portable computer 
Set this option to Power Off to have the computer shut 
down when you close the display panel.

When I press the power button on my computer 
Set this option to Shutdown to have the computer shut 
down when you press the power button. 
4Click Apply.
5Click OK, then close the Control Panel.
Starting again after Shut down
To start the computer up again, press and release the power button. 
The on/off light turns on.
Using Hibernation
To power down the computer using the Hibernation option, click 
Start and select Hibernate, then click OK.
The computer saves the state of the system, including all open 
programs and files, to the hard disk, and then powers down 
completely. 
Starting again from Hibernation mode
To start the computer from Hibernation mode, press and release 
the power button. The computer returns to the screen you were 
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Using Standby
If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the 
display panel, you can start it again by pressing and releasing the 
power switch.
Using Standby 
To power down the computer using the Standby command, click 
Start, Shut Down, select Stand by from the menu, then click 
OK.
 
The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to 
memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. 
The on/off light blinks green to indicate the machine is in Standby 
mode.
Starting again from Standby
To start the computer from Standby mode, press the power button. 
The computer returns to the screen you were using.
If you put the computer in Standby mode by closing the display 
panel, you can start it again by opening the display panel. 
						

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Chapter 4
Mobile Computing
This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while 
traveling.
To s h i b a’s energy-saver design
Toshiba is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s 
(EPA) Energy Star Program and has designed this product to meet 
the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.
Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it is not 
being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the 
process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy 
efficiency.
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. 
We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your 
computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you 
can use it for longer periods while traveling. 
						

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Running the computer on battery power
Running the computer on battery power
The computer contains a removable lithium ion (Li-ion) 
high-capacity battery that provides power when you are away 
from an AC outlet. You can recharge it many times. 
In addition, the computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) 
battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores 
your system configuration settings and the current time and date 
for up to a month while the computer is turned off. 
Using a second battery
If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for many 
hours without an AC power source, you can fit a second lithium 
ion battery pack in the Modular Bay.
Battery safety precautions 

Never try to disassemble a battery.

Never overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Overcharging 
will shorten its life and reverse charging could destroy it, 
causing the release of toxic fumes.

Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another 
metal object. Short-circuiting the battery will cause it to 
overheat and may cause permanent damage to the battery or 
the computer.

Never incinerate a spent battery as this will cause it to 
explode, releasing toxic materials.

If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use 
protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.
To replace the main battery, use an identical battery which you can 
purchase from the accessory information shipped with your 
system or at 
toshibaaccessories.com.