Toshiba Satellite 200 Series User Manual

11
Finding Your
Way around
the System
You’ve bought your new computer and taken everything out of the
box. Now you may be asking yourself, “OK, what do I do?” Well,
this chapter helps you set up your computer, gives you tips on
working comfortably and takes you on a tour of the computer’s
features.
Make Sure You Have Everything
Your Satellite 200 Series computer comes with everything you
need to get up and running quickly. However, before you rush off,
it's a good idea to make sure you received everything you were
supposed to. This information is listed on the Quick Start Card at
the top of the box.
If any items are missing or damaged, notify your dealer immedi-
ately. For additional help, contact Toshiba as described in “If You
Need Further Assistance” on page 296.

Toshiba Satellite 200 Series Specifications

General

Optical Drive	CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
Operating System	Windows 95 or Windows 98
Battery Life	Up to 2.5 hours
CPU	Intel Pentium or Celeron
RAM	32MB
Display	12.1" TFT LCD
Ports	USB, VGA, serial, parallel, infrared
Audio	Stereo speakers, microphone
Network	56k modem, Ethernet

Summary

Finding Your Way around the System

Make Sure You Have Everything

Ensures all necessary components are received before setup.

Seating and Posture

Provides guidelines for correct seating and posture for maximum computing comfort.

Let's Start at the Very Beginning

Connect to a Power Source

Provides instructions on connecting the computer to a power source and charging the battery.

Adding Memory (Optional)

Explains the benefits of adding memory and how it can improve computer performance.

Install the Memory Module

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing a memory module into the computer.

Turn the Computer On

Provides steps for powering on the computer for the first time.

Getting to Know Windows 95

Lesson 1: Exploring the Desktop

Introduces the Windows 95 desktop and its key features like the Start button and taskbar.

Lesson 2: Using the AccuPoint Pointing Device

Teaches basic operations of the AccuPoint for cursor movement and selection.

Lesson 4: Creating a New Folder

Explains how to create folders to organize documents and other files.

Lesson 8: Creating Shortcuts

Guides on creating shortcuts on the desktop for quick program access.

Learning the Basics

How to Start Where You Left Off

How to Use the Keyboard

How to Save Your Work

Explains the critical process of saving documents to prevent data loss.

The Wide World of Multimedia

Recording Sounds as Wave Files

Little Cards That Do Big Things

Inserting PC Cards

Setting Up PC Card Support in Windows 95

Explains how Windows 95 automatically detects and sets up PC cards, or uses the Card Wizard.

Connecting to the World

Choosing a Modem

Installing a PC Card Modem

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing a PC Card modem into the computer.

Setting Up Your Internet Connection

Guides on configuring the computer's Internet connection, including modem setup.

Using Your Computer on Your Desk

Connecting an External Monitor

Using an External Keyboard

Configuring the Mouse in Windows 95

Guides on installing and configuring a serial mouse within Windows 95.

Using the Optional NoteDock

Keeping Your Files Safe

Using a Password

Introduces password protection for keeping computer files and system secure.

Creating a User-Level Password

Guides on creating a user-level password through Hardware Setup.

Power-On Password

Details the power-on password feature that requires entry upon system startup.

Making Life Easier

Starting Programs Faster

Using Device Manager to Configure Your System

Guides on using Device Manager to configure system components and resolve hardware conflicts.

If Something Goes Wrong

Start with the Easy Problems

Windows 95 Isn’t Working

What to do with a Hardware Conflict

Guides on identifying and resolving hardware conflicts using Windows Help.

Fixing Device Related Problems

The Hotkeys

Instant Password Security

MaxTime

The Alarms Dialog Box

The Machine Settings Dialog Box

Hardware Setup

The Pointing Devices Page

TSETUP

Making Changes in TSETUP

PASSWORD

Explains how to set or reset user-level system passwords using TSETUP.

The Diagnostic Test

Starting the Diagnostic Test

Guides on how to start the diagnostic test program by booting into MS-DOS mode.

Choosing Test Options

Using Windows for Workgroups