Toshiba Pro A200 User's Manual

Satellite A200/Satellite Pro A200

TOSHIBA
Satellite A200/
Satellite Pro A200 Series
User's Manual

Copyright

© 2007 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under copyright law,
this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written
permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the
use of the information contained herein.

TOSHIBA Satellite A200/Satellite Pro A200 Series Portable Personal
Computer User's Manual

First edition March 2007
Ownership and copyright of music, video computer programs, databases,

etc. are protected by the copyright laws. These copyrighted materials may
be copied for private use at home only. If, beyond the limitation above, you
copy (including to transform data formats) or modify these materials,
transfer them or distribute them via the Internet without approval of
copyright owners, you may be subject to claims for compensation for
damage and/or criminal penalties due to infringements of copyrights or
personal rights. Please remember to observe the copyright laws when you
use this product to copy the copyrighted works or perform other actions.
Please note that you may infringe the owner's rights protected by the
copyright laws if you use the screen mode switching functions (e.g. Wide
mode, Wide Zoom mode, etc.) of this product to display enlarged images/
video at coffee shops or hotels for the purposes of profits or providing these
to the public.

Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions
and descriptions it contains are accurate for the Satellite A200/Satellite Pro
A200 Series Portable Personal Computers 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.

Trademarks

IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC, OS/2, and PS/2 are trademarks
of International Business Machines Corporation.

Celeron, Intel, Intel SpeedStep, Pentium, Intel Core and Centrino are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries
in the United States and other countries.

MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows and DirectX are registered trademarks and
Microsoft Vista is a Trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer
Corporation. Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.

Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA
under license.

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iLINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used

in this manual.

Macrovision License of Notice

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected
by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized
by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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 nothing 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.

115V/60Hz in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern
countries such as Taiwan.

100 V/50Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60Hz 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 that are plugged into it do not exceed the
ampere rating of the extension cable itself.

■ 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.

■ Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local

authorities for disposal instructions.

■ When travelling, do not check the computer as baggage. You can put

your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your
computer through a metal detector. If you have the computer checked
by hand, be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are
asked to turn on the computer.

■ When travelling with the hard drive removed from the computer, wrap

the drive in a non-conducting material, such as cloth or paper. If you
have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the drive in the
computer. Your can put the hard drive through an X-ray security
machine, but never put it through a metal detector.

■ When travelling, do not place the computer in overhead storage

compartments where it could slide around. Do not drop your computer
or subject it to other mechanical shocks.

■ Protect your computer, battery, and hard drive from environmental

hazards such as dirt, dust, food, liquids, temperature extremes, and
overexposure to sunlight.

■ When you move your computer between environments with very

different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form
on or within the computer. To avoid damaging the computer, allow
sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the computer.

■ When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain relief

loop, not on the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it evenly
aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect
a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.

■ Before you clean your computer, turn if off, unplug it from its power

source, and remove the battery.

■ Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a memory

module by its edges, not its pins.

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When using telephone equipment in conjunction with your computer, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

■ Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washing

bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming
pool.

■ 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.

■ To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger

telecommunication line cord.

Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional battery
pack. Use of the wrong battery could damage your computer.

TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.

FCC information

Model Name: Satellite A200/Satellite Pro A200 Series

FCC notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to
this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals
not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and
TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices
and the computer's or expansion unit's external monitor port, parallel port,
USB port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this
equipment, not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by
TOSHIBA could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

EMC Regulatory Information

Contact

Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc.

9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618-1697

Telephone: [phone]

EU Declaration of Conformity

TOSHIBA declares, that the product: Satellite A200/Satellite Pro A200
Series 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 [phone].

For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to the
following website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com.

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Canadian Regulatory Information (Canada Only)

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations
provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA
Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)

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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Optical Disc Drive Safety Instruction

■ Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.

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.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

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.

This computer is equipped with one of the optical drive in the following list
according to the model.

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TOSHIBA Samsung Storage Technology

CD-RW/DVD-ROM TS-L462D

■ The CD-RW/DVD-ROM 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.

Location of the required label

SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURED:

COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

TOSHIBA Samsung Storage Technology
Korea Corporation
416, Maetan-3Dong, Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon City,
Gyeonggi-Do, 443-742, Korea

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TEAC

CD-RW/DVD-ROM DW-224E

■ The CD-RW/DVD-ROM 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.

Location of the required label

SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURED:

COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

TEAC CORPORATION
3-7-3 NAKA-CHO, MUSASHINO-SHI
TOKYO, JAPAN

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Pioneer

DVD Super Multi DVR-K17

■ The DVD Super Multi 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.

Location of the required label

SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURED:

COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

PIONEER CORPORATION
4-1, MEGURO 1-CHOME
MEGURO-KU, TOKYO, 153-8654

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TOSHIBA Samsung Storage Technology

DVD-Super Multi TS-L632

■ The DVD-Super Multi 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.

Location of the required label

SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURED:

COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

TOSHIBA Samsung Storage Technology
Korea Corporation
416, Maetan-3Dong, Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon City,
Gyeonggi-Do, 443-742, Korea

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Hitachi-LG Data Storage

DVD Super Multi GSA-T20N

■ The DVD Super Multi 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.

Location of the required label

SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURED:

COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc.
22-23, Kaigan 3-chome, Minato-ku,
Yokyo, 108-0022 Japan

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Panasonic

DVD Super Multi UJ-850U

■ The DVD Super Multi 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.

Location of the required label

SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURED:

COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd.
1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima, Hakata-Ku
Fukuoka, Japan

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TEAC

DVD-Super Multi DV-W28EC

■ The DVD-Super Multi 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.

Location of the required label

SERIAL NO.
MANUFACTURED:

COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

TEAC CORPORATION
3-7-3 NAKA-CHO, MUSASHINO-SHI
TOKYO, JAPAN

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International Precautions

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.

VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser­System und ist als "LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1
PRODUKT" klassifiziert. Für den richtigen
Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die
Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch und
bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf. Falls
Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten,
benachrichtigen Sie bitte die nächste "autorisierte
Service-Vertretung". Um einen direkten Kontakt
mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Gerät
nicht geöffnet werden.

ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt
udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet
arbejder med laserstråler af klasse 1, hviket
betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste
klasse, og at man ikke på apparatets yderside kan
bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.

APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK
MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER
MED LASERSTRÅLER!

Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne
advarselsmækning, som advarer imod at foretage
sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme
til at udsætte sig for laserstråling.

OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som
avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för
laserklass 1.

VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite
sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä
silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä.

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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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 confirm with the additional
requirements conditional in EG 201 121.

VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN
STEURUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER
DAS DURCHFÜHREN VON ANDEREN
VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN
KÖNNEN GEFÄHRLICHE
STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN.

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
Norway ATAAB AN002, 005, 007 and

NO 01, 02
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.

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ATAAB AN003, 004

Japan regulations

Region selection

If you are using the computer in Japan, technical regulations described in
the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select the Japan
country mode.

It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection.

Redial

Up to two redial attempts can be made. If more than two redial attempts
are made, the modem will return Black Listed. If you are experiencing
problems with the Black Listed code, set the interval between redials at one
minute or longer.

Japan's Telecommunications Business Law permits up to two redials on
analogue telephones, but the redials must be made within a total of three
minutes.

The internal modem is approved by Japan Approvals Institute for
Telecommunications Equipment.

Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68:

When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone
company and give them the following information:

■ The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem

■ The registration number that is located on the device

US:AGSMD01BDELPHI
The FCC registration number of the modem will be found on either the device

which is to be installed, or, if already installed, on the bottom of the computer
outside of the main system label.

■ The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which can vary.

For the REN of your modem, refer to your computer's user's guide.

The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack
called the USOC RJ11C.

Type of service

Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines.
Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office
implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is
subject to state tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line,
such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone
company will provide this information upon request.

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Telephone company procedures

The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service
it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make
changes in their equipment, operations, or procedures. If these changes
might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone
company will give you notice in writing to allow you to make any changes
necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.

If problems arise

If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should
immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the
telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may
temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in
advance of this disconnection.

If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible.
When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to correct the
problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the
event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed
by TOSHIBA Corporation or an authorized representative of TOSHIBA
Corporation.

Disconnection

If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its
present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this
change.

Fax branding

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any
person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message
via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a
margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page
of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the
business, other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone
number of the sending machine or such business, other entity or individual.
In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should
complete the setup of your fax software before sending messages.

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Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment

1. NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This

certification means that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety
requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment
Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is
permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed
using an acceptable method of connection.

The customer should be aware that compliance with the above
conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a
representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations
made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may
give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to
disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic
water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution
may be particularly important in rural areas.

Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should
contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as
appropriate.

2. The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's

Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to
the following: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem,
which can vary. For the REN of your modem, refer to your computer's
user's guide.

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device
provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be
connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may
consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that
the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not
exceed 5.

3. The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
The IC registration number of the modem is shown below.
Canada: 4005B-DELPHI

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Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand

Modem warning notice for Australia

Modems connected to the Australian telecoms network must have a valid
Austel permit. This modem has been specifically configured to ensure
compliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set
to Australia.

The use of other country/region setting while the modem is attached to the
Australian PSTN would result in your modem being operated in a non­compliant manner. To verify that the country/region is correctly set, enter
the command ATI which displays the currently active setting.

To set the country/region permanently to Australia, enter the following
command sequence:

■ AT%TE=1

■ ATS133=1

■ AT&F

■ AT&W

■ AT%TE=0

■ ATZ

Failure to set the modem to the Australia country/region setting as shown
above will result in the modem being operated in a non-compliant manner.
Consequently, there would be no permit in force for this equipment and the
Telecoms Act 1991 prescribes a penalty of $12,000 for the connection of
non-permitted equipment.

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Notes for use of this device in New Zealand

■ The grant of a Telepermit for a device in no way indicates Telecom

acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device
under all operating conditions. In particular the higher speeds at which
this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network
implementation which is only one of many ways of delivering high quality
voice telephony to customers. Failure to operate should not be reported
as a fault to Telecom.

■ In addition to satisfactory line conditions a modem can only work

properly if:
a/ it is compatible with the modem at the other end of the call and
b/ the application using the modem is compatible with the application

at the other end of the call - e.g., accessing the Internet requires
suitable software in addition to a modem.

■ This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute

a nuisance to other Telecom customers.

■ Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's PTC

Specifications are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with
this modem. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within
the following limits for compliance with Telecom Specifications:

a/ There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number

within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and

b/ The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30

seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the
next.

c/ Automatic calls to different numbers shall be not less than 5 seconds

apart.

■ Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically

damaged, and arrange for its disposal or repair.

■ The correct settings for use with this modem in New Zealand are as

follows:
ATB0 (CCITT operation)
AT&G2 (1800 Hz guard tone)
AT&P1 (Decadic dialling make-break ratio =33%/67%
ATS0=0 (not auto answer)
ATS10=less than 150 (loss of carrier to hangup delay, factory default of

15 recommended)
ATS11=90 (DTMF dealing on/off duration=90 ms)
ATX2 (Dial tone detect, but not (U.S.A.) call progress detect)

■ When used in the Auto Answer mode, the S0 register must be set with

a value of 3 or 4. This ensures:
(a) a person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before

the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been
successfully switched through the network.

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(b) caller identification information (which occurs between the first and

second ring cadences) is not destroyed.

■ The preferred method of dialling is to use DTMF tones (ATDT...) as this

is faster and more reliable than pulse (decadic) dialling. If for some
reason you must use decadic dealing, your communications program
must be set up to record numbers using the following translation table
as this modem does not implement the New Zealand "Reverse Dialling"
standard.

Number to be dialled: 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Number to program into computer: 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Note that where DTMF dealing is used, the numbers should be entered

normally.

■ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because of

this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than
optimal. Before reporting such occurrences as faults, please check the
line with a standard Telepermitted telephone, and only report a fault if
the phone performance is impaired.

■ It is recommended that this equipment be disconnected from the

Telecom line during electrical storms.

■ When relocating the equipment, always disconnect the Telecom line

connection before the power connection, and reconnect the power first.

■ This equipment may not be compatible with Telecom Distinctive Alert

cadences and services such as FaxAbility.
( NOTE THAT FAULT CALL OUT CAUSED BY ANY OF THE ABOVE

CAUSES MAY INCUR A CHARGE FROM TELECOM )

General conditions

As required by PTC 100, please ensure that this office is advised of any
changes to the specifications of these products which might affect
compliance with the relevant PTC Specifications.

The grant of this Telepermit is specific to the above products with the
marketing description as stated on the Telepermit label artwork. The
Telepermit may not be assigned to other parties or other products without
Telecom approval.

A Telepermit artwork for each device is included from which you may
prepare any number of Telepermit labels subject to the general instructions
on format, size and colour on the attached sheet.

The Telepermit label must be displayed on the product at all times as proof
to purchasers and service personnel that the product is able to be
legitimately connected to the Telecom network.

The Telepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product
and in the sales literature, as required in PTC 100.

The charge for a Telepermit assessment is $337.50. An additional charge
of $337.50 is payable where an assessment is based on reports against
non-Telecom New Zealand Specifications. $112.50 is charged for each
variation when submitted at the same time as the original.

An invoice for $NZ1237.50 will be sent under separate cover.

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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.

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 area
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 sources of temperature

change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.

■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

Stress injury

Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains
information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that
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.

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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 a 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
st ro ng im pac t a s t hi s ca n d am age th e computer's components or otherwise
cause it to malfunction.

Mobile phones

Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio
system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired 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 and Comfort. Be
sure to read it before using the computer.

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Table of Contents

Preface

Manual contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxxii

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xxxiii

Equipment checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxxiv

Chapter 1 Satellite A200/Satellite Pro A200 Series Features

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

TOSHIBA Value Added Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Utilities and Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

Front with the display closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Right side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Back side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Underside. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Front with the display open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Keyboard Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9

Optical Disc drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

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Chapter 3 Getting Started

Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Restoring the preinstalled software from

the Product Recovery disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Create an Optical Recovery Discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Restoring the pre-installed software from

the Recovery Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Restoring the pre-installed software from your created

Recovery Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Chapter 4 Operating Basics

Using the TouchPad/Dual Mode Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Dual Mode Pad Button function (Dual Mode Pad is provided with

some models). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Using the Web Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Using the internal modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Using optical disc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

*Writing CDs on a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17

Writing CDs/DVDs on a DVD Super Multi drive supporting

double layer disc recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

When Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBA . . . . . . .4-23

TOSHIBA Disc Creator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25

Media Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27

Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27

TV-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28

Setting up more than one display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28

Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29

Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29

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Chapter 5 The Keyboard

Typewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

F1 ... F12 function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2

Soft keys: Fn key combinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Keypad overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

Generating ASCII characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Power indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Battery types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4

Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10

TOSHIBA Password Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Power-up modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Panel power off/on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

System automatic Sleep/Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Chapter 7 HW Setup

Accessing HW Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

HW Setup Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1

Chapter 8 Optional Devices

Express Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

SD/SDHC/MMC/MS/MS Pro/xD Memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Additional battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Additional AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10

External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

i.LINK (IEEE1394). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16

Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

Problem solving process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

Hardware and system checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3

TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18

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Chapter 10 Disclaimers

CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

Memory (Main System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-2

Battery Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

HDD Drive Capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Non-applicable Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Copy Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

LCD Brightness and Eye Strain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B Display Modes

Appendix C AC Power Cord and Connectors

Glossary

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