Toshiba A210 Series User Manual
User’s Manual
A210 Series
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A210 Series
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TOSHIBA A210 Series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition August 2007
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Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your
computer.
A210 Series
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.
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■ 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.
Working environment
This product was designed to fulfill the EMC (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) requirements for “residential, commercial and light industry
environments”.
The following environment is not approved:
■ In the following environments the use of this product can be restricted:
■ Industrial Environments (e.g. environments where a mains voltage
of 380V three-phase is being used).
■ Medical Environments: This product is not certified as a medical
product according to the Medical Product Directive 93/42/EEC, but
can be used in office areas where the use is not restricted. Please
disable the wireless LAN or Bluetooth hardware in such areas as
long this feature is not official supported by the operator of the
related medical facility.
■ Vehicle Environments: Please read the operator’s manual of the
vehicle manufacturer for further restrictions of use.
■ Aircraft Environments: Please follow the advices of the flight
personnel regarding restrictions of use.
■ Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working
environments that are not approved or the use is restricted are not the
responsibility of Toshiba Corporation. The consequences of the use of
this product in those working environments may be:
■ Interference with other devices or machines in the nearby
surrounding area
■ Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by
disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the nearby
surrounding area
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
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EU Declaration of Conformity
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with Radio
Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive
1999/5/EC which includes the compliance to the Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC and the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC.
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
This product and the supplied accessories are designed to observe the
required EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards. However,
Toshiba cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC
standards if accessories or cables not manufactured / distributed by
Toshiba are connected or implemented. To avoid in general EMC problems,
the following advice should be observed:
■ Only CE marked accessories should be connected / implemented
■ Only best shielded data cables should be connected
GOST
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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.
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
Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04
Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and
Spain ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01
Switzerland ATAAB AN002
All other countries/
region
DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17
P03,04,08,10
ATAAB AN003,004
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.
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.
This symbol may not stick depending on the country and region where you
purchased.
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■ 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.
Optical disc drive standards
A210 Series
TOSHIBA A210 Series computer is shipped with one of the following drives
preinstalled: DVD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD Super Multi (+-R DL),
HD DVD-ROM, HD DVD-R or HD DVD-RW drive.
The drive has one of the following labels:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
Before it is shipped, the Class 1 Laser is certified to meet the United States
Chapter 21 Standards of the Department of Health and Human Services
(DHHS 21 CFR).
For any other country, the drive is certified to meet the Class 1 Laser
standards of IEC825 and EN60825.
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DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive safety instructions
■ The drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this
product, please read this instruction 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.
Matsushita UJ-850U
Location of the required label
COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21
CFR SUBCHAPTER J.
MANUFACTURED:
Manufactured by
Panasonic Communications Co.,
LTD 1-62, 4-Chome, Minoshima,
Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN
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TEAC DV-W28E
Location of the required label
HLDS GSA-T20N
A210 Series
CERTIFICATION TISH PRODUCT
COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21
CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J
APPLICABLE DATE OF MANUFACTURE
MANUFACTURED:
TEAC CORPORATION
3-7-3 NAKA-CHO, MUSASHINO-SHI,
TOKYO, JAPAN
Location of the required label
COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21
CFR SUBCHAPTER J.
MANUFACTURED:
Manufactured by
Panasonic Communications Co.,
LTD 1-62, 4-Chome, Minoshima,
Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN
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Pioneer DVR-K17T
Location of the required label
Toshiba Samsung TS-L632D
COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21
CFR SUBCHAPTER J.
MANUFACTURED:
Manufactured by
PIONEER CORPORATION 4-1.
Meguro 1-chome, Meguro-ku
TOKYO 153-8654, JAPAN
Location of the required label
PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE
MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH
DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER
J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF
MANUFACTURE.
MANUFACTURED:
TOSHIBA SAMSUNG STORAGE
TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION 580,
HORIKAWA-CHO, SAIWAI-KU,
KAWASAKI-SHI, KANAGAWA,
212- 0013, JAPAN
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International Precautions
A210 Series
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser
system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read
the instruction manual carefully and keep this
manual for your future reference. In case of
any trouble with this model, please contact
your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.”
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam,
do not try to open the enclosure.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
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Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
TOSHIBA Value Added Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Utilities and Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Optical disc drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
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Chapter 4
Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Using optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive. . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-14
Using the Web Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15
Using the microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-17
Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-17
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-20
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-22
Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24
Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24
Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
F1 ... F12 function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Soft keys: FN key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5
Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
Power indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-12
TOSHIBA Password Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-14
Power-up modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-15
Panel power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-15
System Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-15
Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
Chapter 8 Optional Devices
Express Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2
Multiple Digital Media Card Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4
Memory expansion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-7
Additional battery pack (6 Cell and 9 Cell). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10
Additional AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10
USB FDD Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10
External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10
Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11
i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11
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Chapter 9
Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Chapter 10 Disclaimers
Appendix A Specifications
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes
Display controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Video Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Appendix C V.90/V.92
V.90/V.92 mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
AT Command. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
Appendix D Wireless LAN
Card specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1
Supported frequency sub-bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors
Appendix F If your computer is stolen
Glossary
Index
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A210 Series 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 A210
Series 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 Express Cards or connect
external devices such as a printer, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional
Devices.
A210 Series
Manual contents
The online manual is composed of ten 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.
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes tips on care of the computer and on
using the Touch Pad, optical disc drive, external diskette drive, Wireless
LAN, LANs, Audio/Video controls, and internal modem.
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hot keys.
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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.
Chapter 10, Disclaimers, states the Disclaimer(s) information applicable to
TOSHIBA computer.
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.
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 key top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example, ENTER identifies the Enter key.
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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.
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
A210 Series
ABC
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.
Terminology
This term is defined in this document as follows:
Start
The word “Start” refers to the “ ” button in
Microsoft
®
Windows Vista®.
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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 or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer
and any other items you are using, such as a printer.
Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide
adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.
To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work are
from:
■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight
■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as
stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the
computer) or speakerphones.
■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and some sources of
temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
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Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. It contains
information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that
can be caused by extensive keyboard use.
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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, for example if you rest the
computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, 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 various interface ports as this can
become hot.
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the
material could become damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of
strong impact as this can damage the computer’s components or otherwise
cause it to malfunctions.
Express Card overheating
Some Express Cards can become hot during prolonged use which may
result in errors or instability in the operation of the device in question. In
addition, you should also be careful when you remove an Express Card
that has been used for a long time.
Mobile phone
Please be aware that use of mobile phones can interface with the audio
system. The operation of the computer will not be impared in any way, but it
is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between
the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.
Instruction Manual for safety and Comfort
All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is
described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety Comfort. Be sure to
read it before using the compute
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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.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ TOSHIBA A210 Series Portable Personal Computer
■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord
■ Modular cable (Provided with some models)
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Software
Windows Vista
®
■ The following software is preinstalled:
■ Microsoft® Windows Vista
®
■ Modem Driver (Can be used only for Modem models)
■ Display Drivers for Windows
■ Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)
■ Sound Driver for Windows
■ TOSHIBA DVD Player (Is pre-installed with DVD Super Multi drive
model)
■ LAN Drivers
■ Bluetooth Driver (Can be used only for Bluetooth models)
■ Pointing Device Driver
■ TOSHIBA Power Saver
■ TOSHIBA User’s Manual
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
■ TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer
■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator
®
■ Ulead DVD MovieFacotry
for TOSHIBA
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities
SD Memory Card Format Utility and other SD functions are packaged into
TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities. When uninstalling the SD utilities, click
Start -> Control Panel -> Uninstall a program, and select TOSHIBA SD
Memory Utilities.
Documentation
■ A210 Series Personal Computer User’s Manual
■ A210 Series Quickstart
®
■ Microsoft
models)
■ Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort
■ Warranty Information
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Windows Vista® manual package (provided with some
Features
A210 Series
This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:
Processor
Built-in Please visit your region’s website for the
configuration details of the model that you have
purchased.
Memory
Slots PC2-4200 or PC2-5300 512 MB, 1024 MB or
2048 MB memory modules can be installed in the
two memory slots. Maximum system memory size
is depending on the model you purchased.
Video RAM
Depending on configuration:
Integrated Video Memory in graphic chip by ATI
Radeon™ X1200, up to 831 MB shared with main
memory. (for 2GB main memory and more)
Mobile Intel® GM965/GL960 Express Chipset, up
to 256MB shared with main memory. (for more
than 1GB main memory)
Disks
Hard disk drive The computer has an integrated, 2 1/2" hard disk
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drive (HDD) for nonvolatile storage of data and
software. It comes in the following sizes.
80 GB
120 GB
160 GB
200 GB
250 GB
300 GB
Disclaimer (Hard disk drive capacity)
For more information on the Disclaimer regarding
Hard disk drive capacity, please refer to the
Disclaimer section in chapter 10.
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DVD Super Multi
(+-R DL) drive
Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD
Super Multi (+- R DL) 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 16 speed, DVD-R at up to
8 speed and DVD-RW at maximum 6 speed and
DVD-RAM at maximum 5 speed. DVD+R at up to
8 speed and DVD+RW at up to 8 speed. DVD+R
DL at up to 4 speed and DVD-R DL at up to
4 speed. This drive supports the same formats as
the DVD-ROM drive.
■ 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
Keyboard
®
Built-in 85 keys or 86 keys, compatible with IBM
enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay,
dedicated cursor control, and keys. See
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
Pointing Device
Built-in A Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest
enable control of the on-screen pointer.
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Power
A210 Series
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
AC adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the
lithium-ion battery pack.
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
system 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.
Ports
Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone.
Microphone Enables connection of a monaural microphone.
External monitor 15-pin, analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B
Universal Serial
Bus (USB2.0)
i.LINK™
(IEEE 1394)
Video Out Jack This S-Video out port lets you transfer NTSC or
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.)
PAL data to external devices.
Slots
Multiple Digital
Media Card
Express Card Express Card slot allows you to install a Express
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This slot lets you easily transfer data from
devices, such as digital cameras and Personal
Digital Assistants, that use flash memory
(SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD memory cards).
(Provided with some models)
Card™/34 or Express Card™/54 to expand
functionality.
Refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for details.
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Multimedia
Web Camera Record/Send still or video images with this
integrated Web Camera. (Depending on model
you purchased)
Sound System Windows Sound System compatible sound
system provides internal speaker as well as
jacks for an external microphone and
headphone. It also has a volume control dial.
S-Video Out Port This S-Video out port lets you transfer NTSC or
PAL data to external devices. See Chapter 8,
Television, for details.
Communications
LAN The computer is equipped with a LAN card that
Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with
supports Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T) or
Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX). It
is preinstalled as a standard device in some
markets. (Depending on model you purchased)
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, G and
Draft N).
Roaming over multiple channels.
Modem Some computers in this series are equipped with
an internal modem. The internal modem provides
capability for data and fax communication. It
supports V.90 (V.92). Refer to V.90 section in
Appendix C. The speed of date transfer and fax
depends on analog telephone line conditions. It
has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone
line. It is preinstalled as a standard device in
some markets. Both of V.90 and V.92 are
supported only in USA, Canada 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.
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Wireless
Communication
Switch
Security
Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the
Software
Operating
System
TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to
Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the
Special Features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth
function on and off. (Provided with some models)
computer to a desk or other large object.
Windows Vista
preinstalled software section at the front of this
chapter.
make your computer more convenient to use.
Refer to the Utilities section in this chapter.
computer or when you install a component, Plug
and Play capability enables the system to
recognize the connection and make the
necessary configurations automatically.
®
is available. Refer to the
Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the
Display
automatic
power off
HDD automatic
power off
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system 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.
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System
automatic Sleep/
Hibernation
This feature automatically shuts down the system
in sleep 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
Sleep or System hibernation in the System sleep
and System item of the Basic Setup tab in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Keypad overlay 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.
Power on
password
Two levels of password security, supervisor and
user, are available to prevent unauthorized
access to your computer.
Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and disables
the computer providing data security.
Intelligent power
supply
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.
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