User manual TOSHIBA SATELLITE M35-S456

[. . . ] Satellite M35 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 170 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. PMAD00012010 05/04 2 Models: Satellite® M35 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. [. . . ] If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. 10 Reset the battery lock to the locked position. 11 Turn the computer right side up. Mobile Computing Disposing of used batteries 119 12 Reconnect any cables. 13 Restart the computer. Inserting the battery in the computer Assuming you just removed the battery pack (see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 117): 1 2 3 4 5 Place the battery pack in the battery compartment. Reconnect the cables and turn on the computer. Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack should last for years. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. 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. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under federal, state, and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash. Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to 120 Mobile Computing Traveling tips recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in "Selecting a place to work" on page 38, 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, and compact discs. 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 4 Expansion Options Your computer is designed to work in the office as well as on the road. This chapter explains how to set up the various optional devices so that your notebook can provide all the convenience of a traditional desktop computer. Devices for office computing By connecting optional devices such as an external monitor, a full-size keyboard and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. You can connect any of these optional devices: Expansion memory modules Standard 101-key keyboard Mouse or trackball Printer PC Cards Some of these devices listed are Toshiba devices, others are standard computer components. 121 122 Expansion Options Using an external keyboard The devices manufactured by Toshiba can be purchased through Toshiba's Web site: accessories. toshiba. com, or through the accessories information packaged with your computer. Connecting external (optional) devices You can connect an external monitor through the Video-out port on the back of your computer. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports supports any USB-compatible keyboard. Using a mouse If you prefer, you can use a mouse instead of the computer's built-in pointing device--the TouchPad. TECHNICAL NOTE: With a USB mouse, you can choose to have the TouchPad active at the same time. Connecting a USB mouse To connect a USB mouse, connect the mouse cable to the USB port on the computer. Once connected, the mouse is ready to use. Using a printer Before you can connect a printer, you need a suitable USB printer cable, which may have been provided with your printer. If not, your company may keep a stock of cables. Expansion Options Using a printer 123 Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store. Setting up your printer Setting up a printer involves selecting a printer driver. [. . . ] For example, the properties of a file include the file's type, size, and creation date. R RAM (random access memory)--Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. By volatile, we mean that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. resolution--A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically. [. . . ]