Toshiba A4 User Manual
User’s Manual
User’s Manual
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TOSHIBA TECRA A4 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition August 2005
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instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
TECRA A4 Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s
production. 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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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.
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■ 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.
EU Declaration of Conformity
TOSHIBA declares, that the product: M40 sereis conforms
to the following Standards:
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance
with the related European Directives, notably
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
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/ 336/EEC for
This symbol may not stick depending depending on the country and region
where you purchased.
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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
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 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.
and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17
P03,04,08,10
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Optical disk drive
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.
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. One of the following labels is affixed to the surface of the drive
ADVERSEL: USYNLIG
LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING,
NÅR SIKKERHEDSAF-BRYDER
CLASS 1 LASTER PRODUCT
LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1
PRODUKT
The drive with the above label 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.
ER UDE AF FUNKTION.
UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR
STRÅLING
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This computer is equipped with one of the optical drive in the following list
according to the model
Manufacturer Type
Toshiba Samsung DVD-ROM
SD-C2732
Matsushita CD-RW/DVD-ROM
UJDA770
Toshiba Samsung CD-RW/DVD-ROM
TS-L462C
Hitachi CD-RW/DVD-ROM
GCC-4244N
Panasonic DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)
UJ-841B
TEAC DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)
DV-W28EA
Hitachi DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)
GSA-4082N
Pioneer DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)
DVR-K16
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA TECRA A4 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 TECRA A4 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.
Manual contents
This manual is composed of nine chapters, 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, optical media drive, external diskette drive, Wireless
LAN, LANs, Audio/Video controls and internal modem.
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Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hotkeys.
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.
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.
Preface
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.
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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.
Preface
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
S
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.
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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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General Precautions
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 – please refer to your Resource Guide or visit the
Toshiba website at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com for details).
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.
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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General Precautions
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 1000x1000x1000=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 = 1024x1024x1024 =
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.
Images
All images are simulated for purposes of illustration.
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.
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General Precautions
Main Memory Disclaimer
The graphics system in your computer may use part of the main system
memory for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of
system memory available for other computing activities. The amount of
system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the
graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other
factors.
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Table of Contents
Preface
Manual contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Back side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
System indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Keyboard indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
USB diskette drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Optical Media drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Setting up your work space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Starting up for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Turning off the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery. . . . . . 3-10
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Chapter 4
Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Using the USB diskette drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Using optical media drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer) drive. . . . . . 4-9
Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Using the microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Wireless communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
LAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Generating ASCII characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Power indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
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
Express Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Multiple Digital Media Card Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Additional battery pack (12 Cell and 6 Cell) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Additional AC adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
USB FDD Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Advanced Port Replicator III. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Parallel printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11
External monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
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i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
TOSHIBA support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Appendix A Specifications
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes
Appendix C Wireless LAN
Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors
Appendix E If your computer is stolen
Glossary
Index
Table of Contents
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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.
* indicates an optional part that is dependant on the model purchased
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ TECRA A4 Portable Personal Computer
■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord
■ USB diskette drive*
■ Modular cable*
Chapter 1
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Software
Windows XP Professional/Home Edition Service Pack 2
The following software is preinstalled:
®
■ Microsoft
■ Modem Driver
■ Display Drivers for Windows
■ TOSHIBA Utilities
■ Wireless LAN driver*
■ Sound Driver for Windows
■ DVD Video Player
■ LAN Drivers
■ Bluetooth Driver*
■ Pointing Device Driver
■ 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
Product Recovery media and additonal Software
■ Product Recovery
■ Additional Software CD *
Documentation:
■ TECRA A4 Personal comuputer User’s manual
■ TECRA A4 Quickstart *
■ Microsoft Windows XP manual package *
■ Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort
■ Warranty Information
Windows XP Home Edition, Professional
Introduction
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
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Features
Processor
Introduction
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:
Built-in Depending on the model you purchased:
■ Intel
®
Pentium® M processor 730/740/750/
760/770/780, on-die 32KB instruction L1
cache and 2MB L2 cache memory
®
■ Intel
Celeron® M processor 350/360/370/
380, on-die 32KB instruction L1 cache and
1MB L2 cache memory.
Other Processors may be introduced in the
future.
Intel® Pentium® M Processor and Intel® Celeron® M Processor can
support Execute-Disable Bit.
This function is available when it is setting to Available on BIOS setup
menu (Default setting is Not-Available). You can enter BIOS setup menu
when you turn on the power with pressing ESC key.
Memory
Slots PC4200 256 MB or 512 MB or 1024 MB memory
Level 2 cache A 1 MB (Intel
Video RAM Depending on the model you purchased:
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modules can be installed in the two memory slots
for a maximum of 2048 MB system memory.
®
Celeron® M)/2 MB (Intel®
®
Pentium
M) level 2 cache is provided to
maximize performance.
■ Up to 128 MB integrated solution shares with
main memory for Intel 915GM/910GML.
■ External 32/64/128 MB VGA DDR RAM for
ATI M O B I L I T Y
®
RADEON® X300/X600/
X600SE/X700 or nVIDIA Geforce Go 6600/
6200/6250.
Disks
Introduction
Hard disk 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.
■ 40.0 GB (37.26 billion bytes)
■ 60.0 GB (55.89 billion bytes)
■ 80.0 GB (74.52 billion bytes)
■ 100.0 GB (93.15 billion bytes)
Other Hard disk drives may be available in the
future.
Diskette drive 3 1/2" 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte connects to
the USB port. (Windows
®
XP does not support
720-kilobyte diskettes.)
DVD-ROM drive 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 same formats as the
CD-ROM drive plus the following:
■ DVD-ROM ■ DVD-Video
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 same formats as
the DVD-ROM drive.
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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 s run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/
DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads DVDROMs 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
DVD-RAM 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 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
■ DCD-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
Graphics
controller
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Thin-film transistor color LCD is available in three
sizes:
■ 15.4" WXGA, 1280 horizontal x 800 vertical
pixels
■ 15.4" WXGA-CSV, 1280 horizontal x 800
vertical pixels
■ 15.4" WSXGA+, 1680 horizontal x 1050
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 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.
Power
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
AC adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the
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 (depending on configuration)
Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone.
Microphone Enables connection of a monaural microphone.
Bulit-in
Microphone
Parallel
Infrared
External monitor 15-pin, analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B
Docking Special port for connecting an optional Port
Universal Serial
Bus (USB2.0)
A built-in microphone lets you record sounds into
your applications.
Parallel printer or other parallel device (ECP
compatible).
This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data
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)
compatible functions.
Replicator.
Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) enables chain
connection of a number of USB-equipped devices
to one port on your computer.
(Provided with some models)
Introduction
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Introduction
i.LINK™
(IEEE 1394)
This port enables high-speed data transfer
directly from external devices such as digital
video camera.
(Provided with some models)
Slots (depending on configuration)
PC card A PC card slot accommodates:
One 5 mm Type II card
Refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for details
Multiple Digitle
Media Card
Express card This slot allows you to install a Express Card™/
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/SM/MMC/xD memory cards).
34 or Express Card™/54 to expand functionality.
Multimedia
Sound System Sound Blaster™ Pro™ and 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,
for details.
Television
,
Communications
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. 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.
LAN The computer is equipped with a LAN card that
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supports Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T),
Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX) or
Giga-bit. It is preinstalled as a standard device in
some markets. (Depend on model you
purchased)
Introduction
Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with
Bluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with
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
Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the
a Wireless LAN mini-PCI 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 or G), and Turbo Mode.
Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, Wireless
communications for more details.
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.
This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Blurtooth
function on and off. (Provided with some models)
computer to a desk or other large object.
Windows
available. Refer to the preinstalled software
section at the front of this chapter.
to 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.
®
XP Professional or Home Edition is
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Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use
Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify the
Display automatic
power off
HDD automatic
power off
System automatic
Standby/
Hibernation
Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.
Power on
password
Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and disables
Intelligent power
supply
Introduction
.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Introduction
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
Turns on fan first, then if
necessary lowers CPU
processing speed.
Battery
optimized
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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Utilities
Introduction
This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For
details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or
readme.txt files.
TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that
TOSHIBA Power
Saver
HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware
DVD Video Player The DVD Video Player is used to play DVD-
TOSHIBA
Zooming Utility
provides easy access to help and services. You
can start the TOSHIBA Assist as follows:
startAll ProgramsTOSHIBAUtilities
TOSHIBA Assist
TOSHIBA Power Saver provides configuration
option to conserve power when the computer is
running on either battery or mains power. You can
start TOSHIBA Power Saver as follows:
If Control Panel is in Category View:
startControl PanelPerformance and
MaintenanceTOSHIBA Power Saver
If Control Panel is in Classic View:
startControl PanelTOSHIBA Power Saver
settings according to the way you work with your
computer and the peripherals you use.
You can start the TOSHIBA HW Setup as follows:
If Control Panel is in Category View:
startControl PanelPrinters and Other
HardwareTOSHIBA HW Setup
If Control Panel is in Classic View:
startControl PanelTOSHIBA HW Setup
Video. It has an on-screen interface and
functions. Refer to:
startAll ProgramsInterVideo
WinDVDInterVideo WinDVD
This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the
icon size on the desktop or the application
window.
You can start TOSHIBA Zooming Utility as
follows:
startAll ProgramsTOSHIBAUtilities
Zooming Utility
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Introduction
RecordNow!
Basic for
TOSHIBA
You can create discs in several formats including
audio CDs that can be played on a standard
stereo CD player and data discs to store the files
and folders on your hard disk drive. This software
can be used on a model with a CD-RW/DVDROM drive or a DVD Super Multi drive. Refer to:
startAll ProgramsSonicRecordNow!
DLA for TOSHIBA DLA (Drive Letter Access) is the packet writing
software which provides the function to write files
and/or folders to DVD+RW, DVD-RW or CD-RW
media via a drive letter like a floppy disk or other
removable disk media. Refer to:
startAll ProgramsSonicDLA
TOSHIBA PC
Diagnostic Tool
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool displays basic
configuration information on the computer and
allows basic tests of the internal devices to be
performed.
You can start the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
as follows:
startAll ProgramsTOSHIBAUtilitiesPC
Diagnostic Tool
TOSHIBA
ConfigFree
ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy
control of communication devices and network
connections. ConfigFree also allows you to find
communication problems and create profiles for
easy switching between location and
communication networks.
You can start ConfigFree as follows:
startAll ProgramsTOSHIBA
NetworkingConfigFree
TOSHIBA Touch
Pad On/Off Utility
Pressing Fn+F9 in a Windows® environment
enables or disables the TouchPad function. When
you press these hot keys, the current setting will
change and be displayed as an icon.
Bluetooth
TOSHIBA Stack
This software enables communication between
remote Bluetooth devices.
Bluetooth cannot be used in modules that do not have a Bluetooth module
installed.
TOSHIBA SD
Memory Boot
The TOSHIBA SD memory boot utility is a utility
which can create SD memory card to a boot disk.
Utility
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Introduction
Options
TOSHIBA
Controls
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more
powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:
Memory
expansion
Battery pack An additional battery pack 12 cells Type
AC adaptor
USB diskette
drive
Security lock A slot is available to attach a security cable to the
Advanced Port
Replicator III
This utility lets you customize TOSHIBA Assist
button and TOSHIBA Presentation button: you
can assign applications or several actions to the
these buttons (TOSHIBA Assist and same image
(1024 x 768) are assigned to each button by
default.)
You can start the TOSHIBA Controls as follows:
If Control Panel is in Classic View:
startControl PanelTOSHIBA Controls
Two memory expansion slots are available for
installing 256 MB or 512 MB or 1024 MB memory
modules. The modules are PC4200, 200-pin, SO
Dual In-line (SO-DIMM).
(PA3400U-1 BAS/PA3400U-1 BRS), 6 cells Type
(PA3399U-1 BAS/PA3399U-1 BRS) can be
purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. The
battery pack is identical to the one that came with
your computer. Use it as a spare or replacement.
If you use your computer at more than one site, it
may be convenient to purchase an additional AC
adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry
the adaptor with you.
A 3 1/2" diskette drive accommodates 1.44megabyte or 720-kilobyte diskettes. It connects to
a USB port. (Windows
kilobyte diskettes.)
computer to deter theft.
The Port Replicator provides the ports available
on the computer in addition to separate PS/2
mouse and PS/2 keyboard ports, a digital visual
interface (DVI) port (Supported with some
models), i.LINK (IEEE1394) port, line-in jack and
line-out jack, External monitor port, Universal
Serial Bus port (USB2.0) x 4, LAN jack, Modem
jack.
®
XP does not support 720-
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