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106 Learning the Basics
Using the optical drive
If your disc does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disc. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows ® Media Player and use it to select and then play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files on the disc.
Creating a CD/DVD
Depending on the configuration, your computer may come with a multi-function drive that allows you to:
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Play pre-recorded DVDs
Play pre-recorded CDs
Read and write data (depending on your system configuration) and music files to CD-Recordable (CD-R) and CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) discs; and DVD
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RW or DVD RAM discs.
NOTE Due to manufacturing and quality variations in third party optical media (e.g., CD or DVD) or optical media players/ recorders, in certain cases, your Toshiba optical drive may not record on certain optical media that bear the applicable logo, or play back optical media recorded by other computers or optical media recorders. Additionally, certain optical media recorded on your optical drive may not play back or operate properly on other computers or optical media players. These problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific format compatibilities.
Copy protection technology may also prevent or limit recording or viewing of certain optical media.
For details on how to use the software, please refer to the respective Online Help menus.
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Table of contents
- 35 Introduction
- 37 This guide
- 37 Safety icons
- 38 Other icons used
- 38 Other documentation
- 39 Service options
- 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started
- 40 Selecting a place to work
- 40 Creating a computer-friendly environment
- 41 Keeping yourself comfortable
- 41 Precautions
- 43 cooling fan
- 44 Setting up your computer
- 45 Setting up your software
- 46 Registering your computer with Toshiba
- 46 Adding optional external devices
- 47 Connecting to a power source
- 50 Charging the main battery
- 51 Using the computer for the first time
- 51 Opening the display panel
- 52 Your computer’s features and specifications
- 53 Turning on the power
- 54 Adding memory (optional)
- 54 Installing a memory module
- 55 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities
- 55 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs
- 57 partition
- 62 media
- 65 Installing drivers and applications
- 66 Using the TouchPad
- 67 Scrolling with the TouchPad
- 67 Control buttons
- 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad
- 69 Using external display devices
- 69 on the computer
- 71 Adjusting the quality of the external display
- 71 Using an external keyboard
- 71 Using a mouse
- 72 Connecting a printer
- 73 Setting up a printer
- 74 Connecting an optional external diskette drive
- 75 Turning off the computer
- 75 Options for turning off the computer
- 78 commands
- 80 Using and configuring Hibernation mode
- 82 Using and configuring Standby mode
- 83 Closing the display panel
- 84 Using your computer in tablet mode
- 85 Customizing your computer’s settings
- 86 Caring for your computer
- 86 Cleaning the computer
- 86 Moving the computer
- 87 Using a computer lock
- 88 Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
- 88 Computing tips
- 90 Using the keyboard
- 90 Character keys
- 90 keyboard
- 91 Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
- 91 Function keys
- 92 Windows special keys
- 92 Overlay keys
- 93 Using the overlay to type numeric data
- 93 Starting a program
- 94 Starting a program from the Start menu
- 95 Starting a program from the Run dialog box
- 96 Saving your work
- 98 Printing your work
- 99 Backing up your work
- 100 Restoring your work
- 100 Using the optical drive
- 101 Optical drive components
- 102 Inserting a disc
- 104 Playing an audio CD
- 105 Playing optical media
- 106 Creating a CD/DVD
- 107 Removing a disc with the computer on
- 107 Removing a disc with the computer off
- 108 Caring for CD or DVD discs
- 108 Toshiba’s online resources
- 109 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
- 109 Toshiba’s energy-saver design
- 109 Running the computer on battery power
- 110 Battery Notice
- 111 Power management
- 111 Using additional batteries
- 112 Charging batteries
- 112 Charging the main battery
- 113 Charging the RTC battery
- 114 Monitoring main battery power
- 116 Determining remaining battery power
- 117 Setting battery alarms
- 118 Conserving battery power
- 119 Power Profiles
- 120 Using a hot key to set the Power Profile
- 121 Changing the main battery
- 121 Removing the battery from the computer
- 123 Inserting a charged battery
- 124 Taking care of your battery
- 124 Safety precautions
- 125 Maximizing battery life
- 127 Disposing of used batteries
- 128 Traveling tips
- 129 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features
- 129 Exploring the desktop
- 130 Finding your way around the desktop
- 132 Setting up for communications
- 134 Connecting the modem to a telephone line
- 136 Connecting your computer to a network
- 138 An overview of using the Internet
- 139 The Internet
- 139 The World Wide Web
- 139 Internet Service Providers
- 139 Connecting to the Internet
- 140 Surfing the Internet
- 141 Internet features
- 141 the Internet
- 142 Exploring audio features
- 142 Recording sounds
- 143 Using external speakers or headphones
- 144 Using tablet mode
- 144 Preparing to use the tablet
- 147 Using tablet mode
- 148 Using the Toshiba tablet pen
- 149 configuration
- 149 Using PC Cards
- 150 Inserting a PC Card
- 150 Removing a PC Card