Toshiba Satellite Pro A10 User Manual

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© 2003 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, 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 Pro A10 Series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

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Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA Satellite Pro A10 Series 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.

Trademarks

Intel, Intel Speed Step, Pentium and Celeron are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.

EU Declaration of Conformity

This product carries the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. CE-Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

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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 contained in EG 201 121.

Germany - ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010,

and DE03, 04, 05, 08, 09, 12, 14, 17

Greece - ATAAB AN005, AN006 and GR01, 02, 03, 04

Portugal - ATAAB AN001, 005, 006, 007, 011 and

P03, 04, 08, 10

Spain - ATAAB AN005, 007, 012, and ES01

Switzerland - ATAAB AN002

All other countries/regions

- 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 approval. 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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TEAC CD-ROM drive CD-224E, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive DW-224E safety instruction

The CD/DVD 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

THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.

MANUFACTURED:

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

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT

TO EN 60825-1

CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

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Toshiba DVD-ROM drive SD-C2612, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive SD-R2412, DVD-R/-RW drive SD-R6012 safety instruction

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

PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.

MANUFACTURED:

TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME MINATO-KU, TOKYO 105-8001, JAPAN

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT

TO EN 60825-1

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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HITACHI DVD-ROM drive GDR-8082 safety instruction

The 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

THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.

MANUFACTURED:

Hitachi-LG Data Storage Inc. 26-5, TORANOMON 1-CHOME, MINATO-KU, TOKYO, 105-0001 JAPAN

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT

TO EN 60825-1

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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Panasonic CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive UJDA-740/750 safety instruction

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

COMPLIES WITH FCA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J

MANUFACTURED:

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

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT

TO EN 60825-1

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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General Precautions

TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimise safety, minimise 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. Please also refer to the Safety Instruction Manual.

Stress injury

Carefully read the Safety Instruction Manual. It contains information on 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.

Heat Warning

■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the bottom of 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, 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.

Mobile phones

Use of mobile phones can interfere with the PC sound system. The PC operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm is maintained between the PC & the mobile phone.

Pressure or impact damage

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause malfunctions.

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Central Processing Unit ("CPU") Performance Disclaimer

CPU Performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions:

■ use of certain external peripheral products

■ use of battery power instead of AC power

■ use of certain multimedia games or videos with special effects

■ use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections

■ use of complex modelling software, such as high end computer aided

design applications

■ use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude >1,000

meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)

■ use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5°C to 35°C

(41°F to 95°F) or >25°C (77°F) at high altitude (all temperature references are approximate).

■ 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 under Environmental Requirements defined in the Appendix A. Contact TOSHIBA Technical Service and Support for more information.

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.

LCD Display

TFT color LCD is manufactured by using very high brightness technology. Some sequential pixels may not light or may light always, but this is not a failure.

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CE compliance

This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and safety standards. However, TOSHIBA should not guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. In this case the persons who have connected / implemented those options / cables have to assure that the system (PC plus options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid in general EMC problems following advice should be observed:

■ Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented

■ Only best shielded cables should be connected

Working environment

This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called "Residential, commercial and light industry environments".

TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned "Residential, commercial and light industry environments".

For example, the following environments are not approved:

■ Industrial Environments (environments with a mains voltage >230V~)

■ Medical Environments

■ Automotive Environments

■ Aircraft Environments

If this product is supplied with a network port, please refer to the paragraph "Network connection".

Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA Europe GmbH.

The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments may be:

■ Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding

area

■ Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances

generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area

Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non-approved working environments before use. In the case of automobiles or aircraft, the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission before use of this product.

Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.

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Network connection (class A warning)

If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a network, Class A radiation limits will be observed (in accordance with technical conventions). This means that if the product will be used in a domestic environment, other devices in the near surrounding may suffer interference. Consequently, please do not use this product in such environments (for example a living room), otherwise you could be held responsible for any ensuing interference.

Information on the secure use of the CD-RW

Please adhere to the following information on the use of the CD-RW to minimise the risk of unsuccessful storing process. As the storing may be unsuccessful despite your adhering to these information, for example because of a defective storing medium, you should even if the software indicates a successful storage, always check if the data has been stored successfully.

About TOSHIBA Wireless Solution

Wireless LAN Card Types

The Wireless LAN Card is a wireless network card that complies with the IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs (Revision B). The Wireless LAN Card supports data rates up to 11 Mbit/s.

■ Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wireless Ethernet

Compatibility Alliance (WECA). This means that your Wireless hardware will communicate with other vendors’ IEEE 802.11 compliant wireless LAN product.

■ Fully compatible with any other wireless LAN system based on Direct

Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology that complies with the “IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs (Revision B).

Wireless LAN cards

The Wireless LAN Card supports the following wireless LAN features:

■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of

11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbit/s.

■ Frequent Channel Selection (2.4 GHz).

■ Roaming over multiple channels.

■ Card Power Management.

■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on the 128 bit

RC4 encryption algorithm as defined in the IEEE 802.11 standard on wireless LANs.

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Wireless Interoperability

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any Wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

■ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B), as defined

and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

■ The Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification as defined by the WECA

Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.

Wireless LAN and your Health

Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.

Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organisation. These situations may for example include:

■ Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of aeroplanes, or

■ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other

devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organisation or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorisation to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.

Safety Instruction for Wireless Products

If your computer has wireless function, all safety instructions must be read carefully and must be fully understood, before attempting to use our Wireless Products.

This manual contains the safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or could damage your Wireless Products.

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Limitation of Liability

For damage occurring due to an earthquake or thunder, fire beyond our responsibility, action by third party, other accident, intentional or accidental mistakes by a user, misuse, use under abnormal conditions, we do not take any responsibility.

For incidental damage (loss of business profit, business interruption, etc.) occurring due to use or disability of the product, we do not take any responsibility.

For damage occurring due to non observance of the contents described in the instruction manual, we do not take any responsibility.

For damage occurring due to erroneous operation or hang up caused by use in combination with products not related to our company, we do not take any responsibility.

Usage Restrictions

Do not use the Wireless Products for controlling equipment:

■ Equipment directly linked with human life corresponds to the

following.

■ Medical equipment such as life support systems, equipment used

in operations, etc.

■ Exhaust systems for gases such as poisonous gas etc. and

exhaust systems for smoke.

■ Equipment that must be set up in compliance with various laws

such as the Fire Services Act, the Construction Standard Act, etc.

■ Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above.

■ Equipment linked with human safety or having a serious influence on

the safe maintenance of public function, etc., because it is not designed or manufactured for this type of use.

■ Traffic control equipment for air, railroad, road, marine transport,

etc.

■ Equipment used in atomic power plants etc.

■ Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above.

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WARNING

Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch of Wireless Products in a congested place, such as a crowded commuter train.

Keep this product away from a cardiac pacemaker at least 22cm. Radio waves can potentially affect cardiac pacemaker operation, thereby

causing respiratory troubles. Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch inside a medical facility or

near medical electric equipment. Do not bring medical electric equipment close to the product.

Radio waves can potentially affect medical electric equipment, thereby causing an accident due to malfunction.

Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch near an automatic door, fire alarm or other automatic control equipment.

Radio waves can potentially affect automatic control equipment, thereby causing an accident due to malfunction.

Do not turn ON the Wireless Communication switch in aircraft or in places that generate or can generate radio interference.

Radio waves can potentially affect them, causing an accident due to malfunction.

Monitor possible radio interference or other troubles to other equipment while the product is used. If any effect is caused, turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch.

Otherwise, radio waves can potentially affect other equipment, thereby causing an accident due to malfunction.

When using the product in a car, check with the automobile dealer if the car has an adequate electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).

Radio waves of the product can potentially hamper safe driving. Depending on car model, the product can rarely affect car electronic

equipment if it is used in a car.

NOTE

Do not use the product in the following places: Places near a microwave oven where a magnetic field generates and

places where static electricity or radio interference generates. Depending on environment, radio waves can not reach to the product.

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Regulatory Information

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.

Canada – Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may

not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.”

L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prét à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:

■ EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment

■ ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment

■ ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.

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Belgium/ België/Belgique

For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed.

For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. An IBPT/BIPT license is required for public usage outside building.

For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.

Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 (2457 MHz) en 11 (2462 MHz). Voor privégebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig. Voor publiek gebruik buiten gebouwen is licentie van BIPT/IBPT verplicht. Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.

L’utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 10 (2457 MHz) et 11 (2462 Mhz).

Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-dessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de I’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à I’extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.

Germany/ Deutschland

License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow

Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

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France Restricted frequency band: only channels 10 and

11 (2457 MHz and 2462 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for every installation, indoor and outdoor installations. Please contact ART for procedure to follow.

Bande de fréquence restreinte : seuls les canaux 10 à 11 (2457 et 2462 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France.

Toute utilisation, qu’elle soit intérieure ou extérieure, est soumise à autorisation. Vous pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

Italy/Italia License required for indoor use. Use with

outdoor installations not allowed E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche

per l’uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da

seguire. L’uso per installazione in esterni non e’ permessa.

Nederland License required for outdoor installations. Check

with reseller for procedure to follow Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met

buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure

USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:

■ This device may not cause harmful interference.

■ This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired

operation.

TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.

The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.

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Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.

The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two types of antennas. Both antenna types, when installed are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen.

For both antennas, the radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20cm.

Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information.

Relevant transmitters include FCC IDs: CJ6PA3171WL, CJ6PA3121BT.

Taiwan

Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low

power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric

machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement.

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery.

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Using this equipment in Japan

In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400~2,483.5MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station).

1. Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

In the frequency bandwidth of this equipment, industrial device, scientific device, medical device like microwave oven, licensed premises radio station and non-licensed specified low-power radio station for mobile object identification system (RF-ID) that is used in product line of factories, (Other Radio Stations) are used.

1. Please make sure before using this equipment that no Other Radio Stations are used in the neighbourhood.

2. In case that RF interference occurs to Other Radio Stations from this equipment, please change promptly the frequency for use, place to use, or stop emitting Radio.

3. Please contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have a problem, such as interference from this equipment to Other Radio Stations.

2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

(1) 2.4 : This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4GHz. (2) DS : This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. (3) 4 : The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. (4)

: This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from

2,400mhz to 2,483.5MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object

identification systems.

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Device Authorisation

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: MPCI3A-20/R JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR

TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

Approval Number: D01-1128JP

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 01NY A1088 The following restrictions apply:

■ Do not disassemble or modify the device.

■ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.

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Table of Contents

Preface ..................................................................................... xxvii

Manual contents................................................................................ xxviii

Conventions......................................................................................... xxix

Abbreviations....................................................................................xxix

Icons.................................................................................................xxix

Keys..................................................................................................xxix

Key operation ...................................................................................xxix

Display..............................................................................................xxix

Messages .........................................................................................xxix

Chapter 1 Introduction..............................................................1-1

Equipment checklist .............................................................................1-1

Hardware ...........................................................................................1-1

Software ............................................................................................1-2

Documentation ..................................................................................1-2

Features .................................................................................................1-3

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

Utilities .................................................................................................1-10

Options.................................................................................................1-11

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Chapter 2 The Grand Tour........................................................2-1

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

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

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

Back side ...............................................................................................2-4

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

DVD-ROM drive...............................................................................2-11

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive .................................................................2-12

DVD-R/-RW drive ............................................................................2-13

Universal AC adaptor..........................................................................2-14

Chapter 3 Getting Started ........................................................3-1

Setting up your work space .................................................................3-1

General conditions.............................................................................3-2

Placement of the computer ...............................................................3-2

Seating and posture ..........................................................................3-3

Lighting..............................................................................................3-4

Work habits .......................................................................................3-4

Connecting the AC adaptor..................................................................3-5

Opening the display ..............................................................................3-6

Turning on the power............................................................................3-6

Starting up for the first time .................................................................3-7

Turning off the power ...........................................................................3-7

Shut Down mode (Boot mode) ..........................................................3-7

Hibernation mode ..............................................................................3-8

Standby mode .................................................................................3-10

Restarting the computer.....................................................................3-11

Restoring the preinstalled software ..................................................3-12

Restoring the complete system.......................................................3-12

Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers ..........................................3-12

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Chapter 4 Operating Basics.....................................................4-1

Using the Touch pad.............................................................................4-1

Using the USB diskette drive ...............................................................4-2

Connecting 3 ½" diskette drive .........................................................4-2

Disconnecting 3 ½" diskette drive.....................................................4-3

Using optical media drives ...................................................................4-3

Loading discs ....................................................................................4-3

Removing discs .................................................................................4-7

Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.............................................4-8

Before writing or rewriting .................................................................4-8

When writing or rewriting...................................................................4-9

Writing CDs/DVDs on DVD-R/-RW drive ...........................................4-10

Important message..........................................................................4-10

Disclaimer........................................................................................4-10

Read/write function chart ................................................................4-11

Before writing or rewriting ...............................................................4-12

When writing or rewriting.................................................................4-13

Drag’n Drop CD+DVD......................................................................4-13

Data Verification ..............................................................................4-14

Media care ...........................................................................................4-14

CD/DVDs .........................................................................................4-14

Diskettes..........................................................................................4-15

Modem .................................................................................................4-15

Region selection ..............................................................................4-16

Properties menu ..............................................................................4-17

Connecting ......................................................................................4-18

Disconnecting..................................................................................4-18

Wireless LAN .......................................................................................4-19

Security............................................................................................4-19

Wireless communication switch ......................................................4-19

Wireless communication Indicator ..................................................4-20

LAN .......................................................................................................4-20

Connecting a LAN cable..................................................................4-21

Disconnecting LAN cable ................................................................4-22

Cleaning the computer .......................................................................4-22

Moving the computer..........................................................................4-22

Heat dispersal......................................................................................4-23

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Chapter 5 The Keyboard ..........................................................5-1

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

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

Soft Keys: Alt Gr Key Combinations....................................................5-2

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

Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard.............................................5-3

Hot keys ............................................................................................5-4

Fn Sticky key .....................................................................................5-5

Windows special keys .......................................................................5-6

Keypad overlay ......................................................................................5-6

Turning on the overlays .....................................................................5-6

Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)...............................5-7

Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) ..............................................5-8

Temporarily changing modes ............................................................5-8

Generating ASCII characters................................................................5-8

Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes.................................6-1

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

Power indicators ...................................................................................6-2

Battery indicator ................................................................................6-2

DC IN indicator ..................................................................................6-3

Power indicator..................................................................................6-3

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

Battery pack ......................................................................................6-4

Real Time Clock battery ....................................................................6-5

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

Safety precautions.............................................................................6-5

Charging the batteries .......................................................................6-8

Monitoring battery capacity...............................................................6-9

Maximising battery operating time ..................................................6-10

Retaining data with power off..........................................................6-10

Extending battery life.......................................................................6-11

Replacing the battery pack ................................................................6-11

Removing the battery pack .............................................................6-12

Installing the battery pack ...............................................................6-13

Starting the computer by password ................................................6-14

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

Windows utilities..............................................................................6-14

Hot keys ..........................................................................................6-14

Panel power off ...................................................................................6-15

System Auto Off ..................................................................................6-15

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Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords......................................7-1

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

HW Setup window.............................................................................7-1

Password...........................................................................................7-2

Supervisor password ............................................................................7-9

Chapter 8 Optional Devices .....................................................8-1

PC cards.................................................................................................8-2

Inserting a PC card............................................................................8-2

Removing a PC card..........................................................................8-3

Memory expansion................................................................................8-4

Installing memory module..................................................................8-5

Removing memory module................................................................8-7

Battery pack...........................................................................................8-8

Universal AC adaptor............................................................................8-8

USB FDD kit ...........................................................................................8-8

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

TV............................................................................................................8-9

Changing the resolution to 640x480 for TV .....................................8-10

Security lock ........................................................................................8-11

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting ......................................................9-1

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

Preliminary checklist..........................................................................9-2

Analysing the problem.......................................................................9-2

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

System start-up.................................................................................9-4

Self test..............................................................................................9-4

Power ................................................................................................9-4

Password...........................................................................................9-6

Keyboard ...........................................................................................9-7

LCD panel..........................................................................................9-7

Hard disk drive ..................................................................................9-8

DVD-ROM drive.................................................................................9-8

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive ...................................................................9-9

Diskette drive...................................................................................9-11

PC card............................................................................................9-11

Pointing device ................................................................................9-12

USB .................................................................................................9-13

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Memory expansion ..........................................................................9-13

Sound system..................................................................................9-14

External Monitor ..............................................................................9-14

Modem ............................................................................................9-15

LAN..................................................................................................9-16

Wireless LAN ...................................................................................9-16

Real Time Clock ..............................................................................9-16

If you need further assistance............................................................9-17

Before you call.................................................................................9-17

Where to write .................................................................................9-17

Appendix A Specifications ......................................................A-1

Appendix B AC Power Cord and Connectors .......................B-1

Appendix C The TOSHIBA International Warranty ...............C-1

Appendix D Keyboard Layouts ...............................................D-1

Appendix E Display Controller and Modes............................ E-1

Appendix F If your computer is stolen ................................... F-1

Appendix G ASCII Character Codes ......................................G-1

Appendix H Wireless LAN........................................................H-1

Appendix I Internal Modem Guide........................................... I-1

Glossary....................................................................................... I-1

Index ............................................................................................ I-1

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Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the Satellite Pro A10 Series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing.

This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Satellite Pro A10 Series computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.

If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing, first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarise 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 organised, 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. Also read Getting Started for procedures on restoring your preinstalled software.

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Manual contents

This manual offers important information about your computer, including solutions to the most common problems, and features and specifications.

It is composed of the following chapters, appendices, 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 instructions on using the following devices: Touch pad, USB diskette drive, optical media drives, internal modem, wireless communication features, Wireless LAN and LAN. It also provides tips on care of the computer, diskettes and CD/DVDs.

Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys.

Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s power resources, battery save modes and how to set a password.

Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program and how to set passwords.

Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available. Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, suggests courses of action if the computer

doesn’t seem to be working properly. The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer. The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of

acronyms used in the text. The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.

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Conventions

This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures.

Abbreviations

On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.

Icons

Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on.

Keys

The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key.

Key operation

Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign (+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the same time press the third.

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.

Text generated by the computer is usually preceded by the screen icon.

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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Chapter 1

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 preinstalled by TOSHIBA.

Equipment checklist

Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for future use.

Hardware

Check to make sure you have all the following items:

■ Satellite Pro A10 Series Portable Personal Computer

■ AC adaptor and power cord

■ USB diskette drive (optional)

■ Modular cable

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