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TOSHIBA A100 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition January 2006
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However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change
without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly
or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer
and the manual.
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Memory Stick is a registered trademark and i.LINK is a trademark of
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Definition and FOCUS technologies are incorporated under license from
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InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of the InterVideo Inc.
WinDVD Creator is trademarks of the InterVideo Inc.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
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owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this
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Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your
computer.
When Using Your Computer
Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with
the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can
potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin
could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn.
■ Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow
installation instructions closely.
■ Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where
metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery
terminals. The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely
high temperatures and may result in damage from burns.
■ Be sure that noting rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that the
cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.
■ Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the
floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery.
Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce
cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying
case.
■ Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for use with
this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may risk fire
or explosion.
■ Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the
voltage rating of the AC adapter matches that of the available power
source. 115 V/60 Hz in most of North and South America and some Far
Eastern countries such as Taiwan. 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and
100 V/60 Hz in western Japan. 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the
Middle East, and the Far East.
■ If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total
ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does
not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.
■ To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the battery, and
disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.
■ To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or
disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this
product during an electrical storm.
■ When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.
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EU Declaration of Conformity
TOSHIBA declares, that the product: Toshiba A100 (PSAA8*/PSAA9*)
conforms to the following Standards:
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives, notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/
336/EEC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the
supplied power adapter, the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications
Terminal Equipment Directive 99/5/EEC in case of implemented
telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
for the supplied power adapter.
CE Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA EUROPE GmbH,
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany, phone +49-(0)-2131-158-01.
For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to the
following website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com.
Following information is only for EU-member states:
The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. Please ensure this product is properly
disposed as inappropriate waste handling of this product may
cause potential hazards to the environment and human health.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
TOSHIBA A100
This symbol may not stick depending on the country and region where you
purchased.
Modem warning notice
Conformity Statement
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision "CTR21"] for
pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone
Network (PSTN).
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in
different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an
unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network
termination point.
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the
first instance.
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Network Compatibility Statement
This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following
networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional
requirements conditional in EG 201 121.
Germany ATAAB AN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010 and
DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17
Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04
Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and P03,04,08,10
Spain ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01
Switzerland ATAAB AN002
All other countries/
regions
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network,
please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate
national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national
type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific
function on specific national networks can be given.
ATAAB AN003,004
Optical disc drive safety instructions
The optical disc drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this
product, please read the manual carefully and retain for future reference.
Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service
location.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than
those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the
enclosure.
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USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE MANUAL
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
The optical drive that is used in this computer is equipped with a laser
device. A classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the
surface of the drive.
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TOSHIBA A100
The drive with the label above is certified by the manufacturer that the drive
complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of
manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the
United States of America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food
and Drug Administration.
In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement
pursant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product.
This computer is equipped with one of the optical drive in the following list
according to the model:
Manufacturer Typ e
TSST (TOSHIBA SAMSUNG
STORAGE TECHNOLOGY)
DVD-ROM
SD-2732
Panasonic DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW
UJDA770
TSST (TOSHIBA SAMSUNG
STORAGE TECHNOLOGY)
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW
TS-L462C
HITACHI-LG Data Storage DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW
GCC-4244N
Panasonic DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
UJ-850B
Pioneer DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
DVR-K16TB
TEAC DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
DV-W28EB
HITACHI-LG Data Storage DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
GMA-4082N
NEC DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
ND-7550
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Important Notice
Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer
program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically
permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign,
transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of
the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying,
modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to
claims for damages and penalties.
■ Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
■ Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
■ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
■ Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by
the manufacturer.
■ Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional
battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer.
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A100 computer. This
powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of
reliable, high-performance computing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA A100
computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your
computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and
troubleshooting.
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices.
Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your
computer.
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the
preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted
with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the
Special Features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that
are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup
and Passwords. If you are going to install PC cards or connect external
devices such as a printer, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
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Manual contents
This manual is composed of nine chapters, five appendixes, a glossary,
and an index.
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s features,
capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and
briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin
operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work
area.
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes tips on care of the computer and on
using the Touch Pad/Dual Mode Pad, optical media drive, external diskette
drive, Wireless LAN, LANs, Audio/Video controls, Remote Controller and
internal modem.
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hot keys.
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s
power resources and battery save modes.
Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the
computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password.
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform
some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer
doesn’t seem to be working properly.
The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer.
The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of
acronyms used in the text.
The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are
enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information
on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the kejy top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key.
Key operation
Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We
identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign
(+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same
time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the
same time press the third.
TOSHIBA A100
ABC When procedures require an action such as
clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name
or the text you are to type in is represented in the
type face you see to the left.
Display
ABC
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Names of Windows or icons or text generated by
the computer that appears on its display screen
is presented in the type face you see to the left.
Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or
failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your
equipment.
Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of
your equipment.
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General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury, damage to the
computer or impared performance.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. It contains
information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than
can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also
includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can
help reduce physical stress.
Heat injury
■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on
your lap, or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your
skin might suffer low-heat injury.
■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use.
This condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport
the AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat.
The material could be damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact.
Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components
or otherwise cause malfunctions.
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PC card overheating
Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a
PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be
careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.
Mobile phone
Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. Computer
opreation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm be
maintained between the computer and a mo-bile phone in use.
Central Processing Unit ("CPU") Performance Disclaimer
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications
under the following conditions:
■ Use of certain peripheral products
■ Use of battery power instead of AC power
■ Use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video
applications
■ Use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections
■ Use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer aided
design applications
■ Use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously
■ Use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude > 1,000
meters or > 3,280 feet above sea level)
■ Use of the computer at temperatures outside the range of 5°C to 30°C
(41°F to 86°F) or > 25°C (77°F) at high altitude (all temperature
references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific
computer model.)
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design
configuration.
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shutdown.
This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data
or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions.
To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by
periodically storing it on an external storage medium. For optimum
performance, use your computer product only under recommended
conditions. Read additional restrictions in bundled documents. Contact
TOSHIBA Service and Support for more information.
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Non-applicable Icons
Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible
configurations for an entire product series. Your selected model may not
have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons
or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected
all those features.
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Wireless LAN/Atheros
For 802.11a, b and g
The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over
which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding
electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access point design and
configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurations.
The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical
maximum speed.
For Atheros
To use the Atheros SuperAG™ or SuperG™ function, your client and
access point must support the corresponding feature. Performance of
these functions may vary depending on the format of data transmitted.
LCD
Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the
brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic
characteristic of LCD technology.
Copy Protection
Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit
recording or viewing of the media.
HDD Drive Capacity
1 Gigabyte (GB) means 1000 × 1000 × 1000 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using
powers of 10. The computer operating system, however, reports storage
capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 1024 × 1024 × 1024
= 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore may show less storage capacity.
Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or
more pre-installed operating systems, such as Microsoft Operating System
and/or pre-installed software applications, or media content. Actual
formatted capacity may vary.
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SRS
SRS audio enhancements are available in the Microsoft Windows
operation system only.
Images
All images are simulated for purposes of illustration.
Express Media Player
The Express Media Player is not a Windows based application. Battery life
will be less than when using similar applications in the Windows Operating
System.
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LCD Brightness and Eye Strain
Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We
recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable
level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.
Graphics Processing Unit ("GPU") Performance Disclaimer
The graphics processing unit ("GPU") performance may vary depending on
product model, design configuration, applications, power management
settings and features utilized.
GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and
may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode.
Main Memory Disclaimer
Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for
graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system
memory available for other computing activities. The amount of main
system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the
graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other
factors. For PC's configured with 4 GB of system memory, the full system
memory space for computing activities will be considerably less and will
vary by model and system configuration.
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Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
AV Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
USB diskette drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Optical Media drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Setting up your work space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Turning off the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Restoring the preinstalled software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
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Chapter 4
Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad/Dual Mode Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Dual Mode Pad Button function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Using the USB diskette drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Using optical media drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Removing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
AV Button function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Express Media Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi
(+-R Double Layer) drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Using the microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
Connecting LAN cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
Cleaning the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Moving the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Heat dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
F1 ... F12 function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Keypad overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Power indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Real time clock battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Starting the computer by password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
HW Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Chapter 8 Optional Devices
PC cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
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Express Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Multiple Digital Media Card Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Additional battery pack (6 Cell, 9 Cell and 12 Cell) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Additional AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
USB FDD Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
External monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Bluetooth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18
TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19
Appendix A Specifications
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes
Display controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Video Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Appendix C Wireless LAN
Card specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Radio characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Supported frequency sub-bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors
Appendix E If your computer is stolen
TOSHIBA A100
Glossary
Index
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Introduction
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the
computer’s features, options and accessories.
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if
you use an operating system that was not pre- installed by TOSHIBA.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for
future use.
An asterisk * indicates a optional part that is dependant on the model
purchased
Check to make sure you have all the follwing items:
Chapter 1
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ Toshiba A100 Portable Personal Computer
■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord
■ Modular cable *
■ Remote Control *
■ Battery Pack (installed or separate from the computer)
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Software
Windows XP Professional/Home Edition Service Pack 2
Introduction
The following software is preinstalled:
■ Microsoft
■ Modem Driver
■ Network Driver
■ Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)
■ Bluetooth Driver (Can be used only for Bluetooth models)
■ Display Drivers for Windows
■ Sound Driver for Windows
■ Pointing Device Driver
■ DVD Video Player
■ TOSHIBA Utilities
■ TOSHIBA Power Saver
■ TOSHIBA User’s Manual
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA Touch Pad On/Off Utility
■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
■ TOSHIBA Controls
■ TOSHIBA Virtual Sound
■ TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer
■ TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format Utility
■ RecordNow!Basic for TOSHIBA *
■ DLA for TOSHIBA *
■ TOSHIBA DVD-RAM driver *
■ WinDVD Creator 2 Platinium *
■ Fingerprint utility *
®
Windows XP Home Edition or Professional Edition
Documentation:
■ Toshiba A100 Series User’s Manual
■ Toshiba A100 Series Quickstart
■ Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort
■ Warranty Information
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Features
Introduction
Product Recovery Media and Addtional Software
■ Product Recovery
■ Express Media Player Recovery CD *
The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI),
Comple-mentary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology
extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage,
and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and
benefits:
Processor
Built-in The computer is equipped with a Intel® Core™
processor, on-die 32KB instruction L1 cache and 2 MB
L2 cache memory.
®
Core™ Duo Processor T2300
Intel
Intel® Core™ Duo Processor T2400
®
Core™ Duo Processor T2500
Intel
®
Core™ Duo Processor T2600
Intel
Intel® Core™ Solo Processor T1300
Intel® Core™ Processor can support Execute- Disable Bit. This function
is available when it is set to Available on BIOS setup menu (Default
setting is Not-Available). You can enter BIOS setup menu when you turn
on the power wtih pressing the ESC key.
Memory
Slots PC4200 256 MB or 512 MB or 1024 MB memory
Level 2
cache
Video RAM Depening on the model purchased, up to 128 MB
modules can be installed in the two memory slots for a
maximum of 2048 MB system memory.
A 2 MB (Intel
®
Core™ Processor) level 2 cache is
provided to maximize performance.
integrated solution shares with main memory for
®
Intel
945GM. External 64/128/256 MB VGA DDR2
RAM or
®
ATI M O B I R I T Y
RADEON® X1300/X1400/X1600 or
nVIDIA Geforce Go 7600/7300.
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Disks
Introduction
Hard disk
drive
Diskette
drive
(optional)
DVD-ROM
drive
The computer has an integrated, 2 1/2" hard disk drive
(HDD) for nonvolatile storage of data and software. It
comes in the following sizes.
40 GB (37.26 billion bytes)
60 GB (55.89 billion bytes)
80 GB (74.52 billion bytes)
100 GB (93.15 billion bytes)
120 GB (111.78 billion bytes)
3 1/2" 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte connects to the
USB port.
(Windows® XP does not support 720-kilobyte diskettes.)
A full-size, DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either
digital versatile or compact disks without using an
adaptor. It runs DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and
CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. This drive supports
the following formats:
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-Video
■ CD-R
■ CD-RW
■ CD-DA
■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROMXA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ CD-G (Audio CD only)
■ Addressing Method 2
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Introduction
CD-RW/
DVD-ROM
drive
Some models are equipped with a full-size, CD-RW/
DVD-ROM drive module that lets you run CD/DVDs
without using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum
24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 24 speed and CD-RW
at up to 24 speed. See Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for
details. For reading, this drive supports the following
formats:
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-Video
■ CD-R
■ CD-RW
■ CD-DA
■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROMXA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ CD-G (Audio CD only)
■ Addressing Method 2
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Introduction
DVD Super
Multi (+-R
Double
Layer)
drive
Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super
Multi (+- R Double Layer) drive module that lets you
record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either
12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an
adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and
CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to
24 speed, CD-RW at up to 10 speed, DVD-R at up to 8
speed and DVD-RW at maximum 4 speed and DVDRAM at maximum 5 speed. DVD+R at up to 8 speed and
DVD+RW at up to 4 speed. DVD+R DL at up to 2.4
speed and DVD-R DL at up to 2 speed. This drive
supports the following formats:
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-Video
■ DVD-R
■ DVD-RW
■ DVD+R
■ DVD+RW
■ DVD-RAM
■ DVD+R DL
■ DVD-R DL
■ CD-DA
■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROMXA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ CD-G (Audio CD only)
■ Addressing Method 2
Display
The computer’s LCD panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The
screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort
and readability.
Built-in Thin-film transistor color LCD is available in following
Graphics
controller
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sizes:
15.4" WXGA, 1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels
15.4" WXGA-CSV, 1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels
Graphics controller maximizes display performance.
Refer to Appendix B, Display Controller and Modes for
more information.
Keyboard
Built-in 85 keys or 86 keys, compatible with IBM® enhanced
Pointing Device
Built-in A Touch Pad/Dual Mode Pad and control buttons in the
Power
Battery
pack
RTC
battery
AC adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system
Ports
Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone.
Microphone Enables connection of a monaural microphone.
Parallel Parallel printer or other parallel device
Infrared This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data
External
monitor
Universal
Serial Bus
(USB2.0)
i.LINK™
(IEEE 1394)
Video Out
Jack
Introduction
keyboard, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated cursor
control, and keys. See Chapter 5, The Keyboard,
for details.
palm rest enable control of the on-screen pointer.
The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithiumion battery pack.
The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock
(RTC) and calendar.
and recharges the batteries when they are low. It comes
with a detachable power cord. Because it is universal, it
can receive a range of AC voltage between 100 and
240 volts.
(ECP compatible). (Provided with some models)
Association (IrDA 1.1) Fast InfraRed (FIR) standards.
It enables cableless 4 Mbps data transfer with IrDA 1.1
compatible external devices. (Provided with some
models)
15-pin, analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B
compatible functions.
Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) enables chain
connection of a number of USB-equipped devices to one
port on your computer.
This port enables high-speed data transfer directly from
external devices such as digital video camera.
(Provided with some models)
This S-Video out port lets you transfer NTSC or PAL data
to external devices.
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Slots
PC card A PC card slot accommodates:
Multiple
Digital
Media Card
Express
card
Multimedia
Sound
System
S-Video
Out Port
Communications
LAN The computer is equipped with a LAN card that supports
Introduction
One 5 mm Type II card
Refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for details
This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices, such
as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, that
use flash memory (SD/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD memory
cards). (Provided with some models)
This slot allows you to install a Express Card™/34 or
Express Card™/54 to expand functionality.
(Provided with some models)
Sound Blaster™ Pro™ and Windows Sound System
compatible sound system provides internal speakers
and an internal microphone (optional) as well as jacks
for an external microphone and headphones. It also has
a volume control dial.
This S-Video out port lets you transfer NTSC or PAL data
to external devices. See the Television section in
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, , for details.
Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN
(100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX) or Gigabit Ethernet LAN
(1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T).
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Introduction
Wireless
LAN
Some computers in this series are equipped with a
Wireless LAN mini card that is compatible with other
LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread
Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802.11
Standard (Revision A, B and G), and Turbo Mode.
Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the
transmit range of 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6 Mbit/s
(Revision A/B, B/G, A/B/G combo type).
Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the
transmit range of 11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbit/s (Revision B).
Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the
transmit range of 108, 96, 72, 48, 36, 24, 18, and
12 Mbit/s (Turbo Mode, Revision A/B/G combo type).
Frequency Channel Selection (5 GHz: Revision A/
2.4 GHz: Revision B/G).
Roaming over multiple channels.
Card Power Management.
Atheros Super G™ or Super AG™
technology
(Atheros module type).
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based
on 152 bit encryption algorithm (Atheros module type).
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based
on 128 bit encryption algorithm(Intel module type).
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data encryption,
based on 256 bit encryption algorithm (Atheros module
type).
Modem An internal modem provides capability for data and fax
communication. It supports V.90 (V.92). The speed of
date transfer and fax depends on analog telephone line
conditions. It has a modem jack for connecting to a
telephone line. Both of V.90 and V.92 are supported only
in USA, Canada, UK, France, Germany and Australia.
Only V.90 is available in other regions.
Bluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with
Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth wireless technology
eliminates the need for cables between electronic
devices such as computers and printers. Bluetooth
provides fast, reliable, and secure wireless
communication in a small space.
Wireless
Communi-
This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth
function on and off. (Provided with some models)
cation
Switch
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Security
Security
lock slot
Software
Operating
System
TOSHIBA
Utilities
Plug and
Play
Special Features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system
Display
automatic
power off
HDD
automatic
power off
System
automatic
Standby/
Hibernation
Keypad
overlay
Power on
password
Introduction
Connects an optional security lock to anchor the
computer to a desk or other large object.
Windows® XP Professional or Home Edition is available.
Refer to the preinstalled software section at the front of
this chapter.
A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to make
your computer more convenient to use. Refer to the
Utilities section in this chapter.
When you connect an external device to the computer or
when you install a component, Plug and Play capability
enables the system to recognize the connection and
make the necessary configurations automatically.
configuration directly from the keyboard without running
a system configuration program.
This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal
display when there is no keyboard input for a time
specified. Power is restored when any key is pressed.
You can specify the time in the Monitor power off item of
the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk
drive when it is not accessed for a time specified. Power
is restored when the hard disk is accessed. You can
specify the time in the HDD Power off item of the Basic
Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
This feature automatically shuts down the system in
standby mode or Hibernation mode when there is no
input or hardware access for a time specified. You can
specify the time and select either System Standby or
System hibernation in the System standby and System
item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard. Refer to
the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard,
for instructions on using the keypad overlay.
Two levels of password security, supervisor and user,
are available to prevent unauthorized access to your
computer.
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Introduction
Instant
security
Intelligent
power
supply
A hot key function blanks the screen and disables the
computer providing data security.
A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent power
supply detects the battery’s charge and calculates the
remaining battery capacity. It also protects electronic
components from abnormal conditions, such as voltage
overload from an AC adaptor. You can monitor
remaining battery capacity. Use the Battery remaining
item in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Battery
save mode
This feature lets you save battery power. You can specify
the Power Save Mode in the Profile item in TOSHIBA
Power Saver.
Panel
power
on/off
This feature turns power to the computer off when the
display panel is closed and turns it back on when the
panel is opened. You can specify the setting in the When
I close the lid item of the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA
Power Saver.
Low
battery
automatic
hibernation
When battery power is exhausted to the point that
computer operation cannot be continued, the system
automatically enters Hibernation and shuts down. You
can specify the setting in the Setup Action tab in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Heat
dispersal
To protect from overheating, the CPU has an internal
temperature sensor. If the computer’s internal
temperature rises to a certain level, the cooling fan is
turned on or the processing speed is lowered. Use the
Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA
Power Saver.
Maximum
Performance
Battery
optimized
Turns on fan first, then if necessary
lowers CPU processing speed.
Lowers the CPU processing speed
first, then if necessary turns on the fan.
Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting
from your software. The contents of main memory are
saved to the hard disk, when you turn on the power
again, you can continue working right where you left off.
Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,
Getting Started, for details.
Standby If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the
power without exiting from your software. Data is
maintained in the computer’s main memory. When you
turn on the power again, you can continue working right
where you left off.
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