User manual TOSHIBA SATELLITE A20-S259

[. . . ] Satellite A20/A25 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ® Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 208 in this guide. Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. C6651-0803M2 2 Model: Satellite A20/A25 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. [. . . ] Charge the battery pack until the Battery LED glows green. 4 5 If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use. If you will not be using the system for an extended period more (than one month) remove the battery pack. If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor. Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries safely The life of a battery pack should last for years. When the battery needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. 136 Mobile Computing Traveling tips You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged. The computer's main battery is a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba. The materials that came with your computer may include an insert regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with your local government agency for information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries. Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in "Selecting a place to work" on page 51, also apply while traveling. Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, compact discs and diskettes. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment. The X-ray equipment will not harm your computer. Chapter 5 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System This chapter introduces the Windows® XP operating system by guiding you through a few basic tasks. If you have used a Windows® operating system before, you will find the Windows® XP operating system familiar. Whether you have used a Windows®operating system or not, the skill and confidence you will gain from this chapter will more than offset the short amount of time spent going through these lessons. As you explore your computer's operating system further, you will often discover alternative ways of accomplishing a particular task. For more detailed information on your operating system, refer to the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system documentation that came with your computer. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. However, the differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in the functionality of your system. 137 138 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop The desktop is the launching pad for everything you can do in the Windows® XP operating system. You use its features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, shortcut tray, taskbar, system tray, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar System tray Sample Desktop Icons An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be quickly activated by double-clicking on it. Getting to Know the Windows® XP Operating System Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop 139 You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or program by dragging the element's icon from its location in a window to the desktop area. The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include: Toshiba Access -- Opens a window with links to software updates, services and support, and other important benefits. Recycle Bin -- Holds files you have deleted using the Windows Explorer. [. . . ] To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off. ROM (read-only memory) -- Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. By non-volatile, we mean that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. [. . . ]