Toshiba satellite pro a60 Service Manual
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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. The complete and
official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA’s web
site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet.
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
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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Optical disc drive standards
Note: Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this
section.
This computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled:
DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW , DVD+-R/+-RW or DVD
Super Multi drive. The 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 CLASSE1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
Before it is shipped, the Class 1 Laser is certified to meet the United
States Chapter 21 Standards of the Department of Health and Human
Services (DHHS 21 CFR).
For any other country, the drive is certified to meet the Class 1 Laser
standards of IEC825 and EN60825.
This computer is equipped with one of the optical disc drives in the
following list according to the model purchased.
Manufacturer Type
TOSHIBA Samsung DVD-ROM drive SD-C2612
TOSHIBA Samsung DVD-R/-RW drive SD-R6332
Matsushita DVD-R/-RW drive UJ-811BTJA-A
Pioneer DVD-R/-RW drive DVR-K13TBA
Matsushita CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive UJDA760
TOSHIBA Samsung CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive SD-R2512
TEAC CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive DW-224E
Pioneer DVD+-R/+-RW drive DVR-K13TBT
HLDS DVD+-R/+-RW drive GWA-4040N
Matsushita DVD Super Multi drive UJ-820B
TEAC DVD Super Multi drive DV-W24E
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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 Laser-System 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.
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.
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General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury, damage to the
computer or impaired performance.
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 computer. If the computer
is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on
your lap, or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your
skin might suffer low-heat injury.
■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact
with the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The
material could be damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong
impact. Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer
components or otherwise cause malfunctions.
PC card overheating
Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC
card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be
careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.
Mobile phones
Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. Computer
operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm
be maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use.
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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 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 the computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude >
1,000 meters or > 3,280 feet above sea level)
■ Use of the computer at temperatures outside the range of 5°C to 30°C
(41°F to 86°F) or > 25°C (77°F) at high altitude (all temperature
references are approximate).
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design
configuration.
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut
down. 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 in Appendix A, Specifications. Contact
TOSHIBA Technical Service and Support for more information.
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
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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.
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.
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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.
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Table of Contents
TOSHIBA A60 Series
Table of Contents
Preface ....................................................................................... xvii
Manual contents.................................................................................. xviii
Conventions........................................................................................... xix
Abbreviations..................................................................................... xix
Icons.................................................................................................. xix
Keys................................................................................................... xix
Key operation .................................................................................... xix
Display............................................................................................... xix
Messages .......................................................................................... xix
Chapter 1 Introduction..............................................................1-1
Equipment checklist .............................................................................1-1
Hardware...........................................................................................1-1
Software ............................................................................................1-2
Features .................................................................................................1-3
Special features.....................................................................................1-9
Utilities .................................................................................................1-11
Options.................................................................................................1-13
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..................................................................................2-9
USB diskette drive (optional)..............................................................2-11
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Optical Media drive .............................................................................2-12
Region codes for DVD drives and media.........................................2-12
Writable discs..................................................................................2-13
DVD-ROM drive...............................................................................2-14
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive .................................................................2-14
DVD-R/-RW drive ............................................................................2-14
DVD+-R/+-RW drive ........................................................................2-15
DVD Super Multi drive .....................................................................2-15
AC Adaptor ..........................................................................................2-16
Chapter 3 Getting Started ........................................................3-1
Setting up your work space .................................................................3-2
General conditions.............................................................................3-2
Placement of the computer ...............................................................3-3
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............................................................................3-7
Starting up for the first time .................................................................3-7
Turning off the power ...........................................................................3-8
Shut Down mode (Boot mode) ..........................................................3-8
Hibernation mode ..............................................................................3-8
Standby mode .................................................................................3-10
Restarting the computer.....................................................................3-12
Restoring the preinstalled software ..................................................3-12
Restoring the complete system.......................................................3-12
Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers ..........................................3-12
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.....................................................4-2
Using optical media drives ...................................................................4-3
Loading discs ....................................................................................4-3
Removing discs .................................................................................4-7
Audio/Video controls ............................................................................4-8
Next and Previous buttons ................................................................4-8
Play/Pause and Stop buttons............................................................4-8
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Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.............................................4-9
Important message (CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive)..................................4-9
Before writing or rewriting .................................................................4-9
When writing or rewriting.................................................................4-11
Disclaimer (CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive)..............................................4-11
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD-R/-RW drive .............................................4-12
Important message (DVD-R/-RW drive)...........................................4-12
Before writing or rewriting ...............................................................4-12
When writing or rewriting.................................................................4-14
Disclaimer (DVD-R/-RW drive).........................................................4-14
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD+-R/+-RW drive.........................................4-15
Important message (DVD+-R/+-RW drive) ......................................4-15
Before writing or rewriting ...............................................................4-15
When writing or rewriting.................................................................4-17
Disclaimer (DVD+-R/+-RW drive).....................................................4-17
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive .....................................4-18
Important message (DVD Super Multi drive) ...................................4-18
Before writing or rewriting ...............................................................4-18
When writing or rewriting.................................................................4-20
Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi drive)..................................................4-21
RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA .....................................................4-21
Data Verification ..............................................................................4-22
DLA for TOSHIBA ............................................................................4-22
Video................................................................................................4-23
When WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum is used:.....................................4-23
Installing InterVideo WinDVD Creator :............................................4-24
Media care ...........................................................................................4-27
CD/DVDs .........................................................................................4-27
Diskettes..........................................................................................4-27
Modem .................................................................................................4-28
Region selection ..............................................................................4-28
Properties menu ..............................................................................4-29
Connecting ......................................................................................4-29
Disconnecting..................................................................................4-30
Wireless LAN .......................................................................................4-30
Wireless communication switch ......................................................4-31
Wireless communication Indicator ..................................................4-31
LAN .......................................................................................................4-31
Connecting LAN cable.....................................................................4-32
Disconnecting LAN cable ................................................................4-32
Cleaning the computer .......................................................................4-33
Moving the computer..........................................................................4-33
Heat dispersal......................................................................................4-34
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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 ...........................................................5-3
Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard.............................................5-3
Hot keys ............................................................................................5-4
Fn Sticky key .....................................................................................5-7
Windows special keys .......................................................................5-7
Keypad overlay ......................................................................................5-8
Turning on the overlays .....................................................................5-8
Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)...............................5-9
Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) ..............................................5-9
Temporarily changing modes ............................................................5-9
Generating ASCII characters................................................................5-9
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..........................................................................................6-3
Battery ...............................................................................................6-3
Real time clock battery......................................................................6-4
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 ................................................................6-12
Removing the battery pack .............................................................6-12
Installing the battery pack ...............................................................6-14
Starting the computer by password ..................................................6-14
Power-up modes .................................................................................6-15
Windows utilities..............................................................................6-15
Hot keys ..........................................................................................6-15
Panel power on/off..............................................................................6-15
System Auto Off ..................................................................................6-15
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Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords......................................7-1
HW Setup ...............................................................................................7-1
Accessing HW Setup.........................................................................7-1
HW Setup window.............................................................................7-1
Display...............................................................................................7-4
CPU ...................................................................................................7-5
Boot Priority.......................................................................................7-6
Keyboard ...........................................................................................7-7
USB ...................................................................................................7-8
LAN....................................................................................................7-8
Chapter 8 Optional Devices .....................................................8-1
Cards/memory...................................................................................8-1
Power devices ...................................................................................8-1
Peripheral devices .............................................................................8-1
PC cards.................................................................................................8-2
Installing a PC card ...........................................................................8-2
Removing a PC card..........................................................................8-3
Memory expansion................................................................................8-3
Installing memory module..................................................................8-4
Removing memory module................................................................8-5
Additional battery pack.........................................................................8-6
Additional AC adaptor...........................................................................8-6
USB FDD Kit...........................................................................................8-6
Parallel printer .......................................................................................8-7
External monitor....................................................................................8-7
Television ...............................................................................................8-8
i.LINK (IEEE1394) ...................................................................................8-9
Precautions........................................................................................8-9
Connecting ......................................................................................8-10
Disconnecting..................................................................................8-10
Security lock ........................................................................................8-10
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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 ................................................................................................9-5
Password...........................................................................................9-7
Keyboard ...........................................................................................9-7
LCD panel..........................................................................................9-7
Hard disk drive ..................................................................................9-8
DVD-ROM drive.................................................................................9-8
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive .................................................................9-10
DVD-R/-RW drive ............................................................................9-11
DVD +-R/+-RW drive .......................................................................9-13
DVD Super Multi drive .....................................................................9-14
Diskette drive...................................................................................9-16
Infrared port.....................................................................................9-16
Printer ..............................................................................................9-17
USB mouse .....................................................................................9-17
PC card............................................................................................9-18
Monitor ............................................................................................9-18
Sound system..................................................................................9-19
TV output signal...............................................................................9-19
USB .................................................................................................9-20
Modem ............................................................................................9-20
Standby/Hibernation........................................................................9-21
LAN..................................................................................................9-22
Wireless LAN ...................................................................................9-22
i.LINK (IEEE1394).............................................................................9-22
TOSHIBA support ................................................................................9-23
Before you call.................................................................................9-23
Where to write .................................................................................9-23
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Appendix A Specifications ......................................................A-1
Appendix B Power Cord and Connectors ............................. B-1
Appendix C Display Controller and Modes ...........................C-1
Appendix D If your computer is stolen ..................................D-1
Appendix E Wireless LAN........................................................ E-1
Appendix F Internal Modem Guide......................................... F-1
Glossary...................................................................................... F-1
Index ........................................................................................... F-1
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Preface
TOSHIBA A60 Series
Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A60 Series computer.
This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide
years of reliable, high-performance computing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA A60
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. If you are going to install PC cards or connect external
devices such as a printer, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
Also read Getting Started for procedures on restoring your preinstalled
software.
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Manual contents
This manual is composed of nine chapters, six 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 tips on care of the computer and
on using the Touch pad, optical media drive, optional external diskette
drive, Audio/Video controls, LAN, Wireless LAN and internal modem.
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hot keys.
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s
power resources and battery save modes.
Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the
computer using the HW Setup program and how to set passwords.
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to
perform some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the
computer doesn’t seem to be working properly.
The Appendices 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
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Introduction
TOSHIBA A60 Series
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:
■ TOSHIBA A60 Series Portable Personal Computer
■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord
■ Modular cable
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Software
■ The following software is preinstalled:
■ Microsoft
■ Modem driver
■ Display Drivers for Windows
■ TOSHIBA Utilities
■ Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)
■ Sound Driver for Windows
■ DVD Video Player
■ LAN Driver
■ Pointing device Driver
■ TOSHIB Power Saver
■ TOSHIBA user's manual
■ TOSHIBA Console
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA Touch and Launch
■ TOSHIBA Touch pad and On/Off Utility
■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
■ Documentation:
■ TOSHIBA A60 Series User's manual
■ TOSHIBA A60 Series Quickstart
■ Microsoft Windows XP Getting Started booklet
■ Safety Instruction Manual
■ Warranty information
■ Other documentation
■ Product Recovery Media
■ Tools & Utilities CD-ROM
®
Windows XP Home Edition or Professional
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Features
The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI),
Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology
extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage,
and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and
benefits:
Processor
Processor Intel® Celeron ® Processor up to 2.8 GHz
Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor up to
3.06GHz
Mobile Intel
3.2 GHz (supporting HTT)
Other processors may be introduced.
Memory
Slots 256MB or 512MB on motherboard.
PC2100 256 MB or 512MB or 1024MB memory
modules can be installed in the expansion
memory slot for a maximum of 1.5GB with the
on board memory and the expansion memory.
®
Pentium® 4 Processor up to
Level 2 cache 128KB/256KB/512KB/1MB is provided to
maximize performance.
Video RAM Up to 128 MB integrated solution with main
memory.
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Disks
Hard disk drive The computer has an integrated, 2 ½” hard disk
drive (HDD) for nonvolatile storage of data and
software. It comes in the following sizes.
■ 30.0GB(27.94 billion bytes)
■ 40.0GB(37.26 billion bytes)
■ 60.0GB(55.89 billion bytes)
■ 80.0GB(74.51 billion bytes)
Other hard disks may be introduced.
DVD-ROM drive Some models are equipped with a full-size,
DVD-ROM drive module that lets you run either
12cm (4.72”) or 8 cm (3.15”) CDs or 12 cm
(4.72”) DVDs without using an adaptor. It runs
DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs
at maximum 24 speed. This drive supports the
following formats :
■ DVD-Video
■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD™
(single/multisession)
■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2
(Form1, Form2)
■ CD-G (Audio CD
only)
■ DVD-ROM
■ CD-DA
■ CD-ROM Mode 1,
Mode 2
■ Enhanced CD
(CD-EXTRA)
■ Addressing
Method 2
CD-RW/DVD-ROM
drive
Some models are equipped with a full-size,
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive module that lets you
run CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads
DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs
at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 24
speed and CD-RW at up to 10 speed. For
reading, this drive supports the same formats as
the DVD-ROM drive.
■ DVD-Video
■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD™
(single/multisession)
■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2
(Form1, Form2)
■ CD-G (Audio CD
■ DVD-ROM
■ CD-DA
■ CD-ROM Mode 1,
Mode 2
■ Enhanced CD
(CD-EXTRA)
■ Addressing
Method 2
only)
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DVD-R/-RW drive Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD-
R/-RW drive module that lets you record data to
rewriteable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12cm
(4.72”) or 8cm (3.15”) CD/DVDs without using an
adaptor. An ATAPI interface controller is used for
CD/DVD-ROM operation. The drive reads DVDs
at maximum 8 speed and CDs at maximum 24
speed. It writes DVD-RW at maximum single
speed and DVD-R at maximum 2 speed, CD-R
at maximum 16 speed, CD-RW at maximum 10
speed (High-speed media). The drive supports
the following formats:
■ DVD-Video
■ DVD-RW
■ CD-ROM
■ Photo CD™
■ CD-ROM X A
■ CD-I
■ CD-R
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-R
■ CD-EXTRA
■ Audio CD
■ CD-DA
■ CD-Text
■ CD-RW
DVD +-R/+-RW drive Some models are equipped with a full- size
DVD+-R/+-RW drive module that lets you record
data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either
12cm (4.72”) or 8cm (3.15”) CD/DVDs without
using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum
24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 16 speed,
CD-RW at up to 10 speed, DVD-R at maximum 2
speed and DVD-RW at maximum 2 speed,
DVD+R at maximum 4 speed and DVD+RW at
maximum 2.4 speed. This drive supports the
same formats as the DVD-ROM drive.
■ DVD-Video
■ DVD-RW
■ DVD+RW
■ CD-Text
■ CD-ROM Mode1,
Mode2
■ Enhanced CD
(CD-EXTRA)
■ Addressing
Method 2
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-R
■ DVD+R
■ CD-DA
■ Photo CD
(single/multisession)
■ CD-ROMXA Mode2
(Form1, Form2)
■ CD-G (Audio CD
only)
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DVD Super Multi
drive
Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD
Super Multi drive module that lets you record
data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either
12cm(4.72¡¨) or 8cm(3.15¡¨) CD/DVDs without
using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum
24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 16 speed,
CD-RW at up to 10 speed, DVD-R at maximum 4
speed and DVD-RW and DVD-RAM at maximum
2 speed, DVD+R/+RW at maximum 2.4 speed.
This drive supports the same formats As the
DVD-ROM drive.
■ DVD-Video
■ DVD-RW
■ DVD+RW
■ CD-Text
■ CD-ROM Mode1,
Mode2
■ Enhanced CD
(CD-EXTRA)
■ Addressing
Method 2
■ DVD-RAM
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-R
■ DVD+R
■ CD-DA
■ Photo CD
(single/multisession)
■ CD-ROMXA
Mode2(Form1,
Form2)
■ CD-G (Audio CD
only)
Display
The computer’s LCD panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The
screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort
and readability.
Built-in Thin-film transistor colour LCD is available in two
sizes:
■ 14.1" XGA-TFT, 1024 horizontal x 768
vertical pixels
■ 15.0" XGA-TFT, 1024 horizontal x 768
vertical pixels
Graphics controller A 64 bit graphics controller maximizes display
performance. Refer to Appendix C for more
information.
Keyboard
Built-in 85 keys, compatible with IBM enhanced
keyboard, embedded numeric overlay,
dedicated cursor control,
Chapter 5. The Keyboard, for details.
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and keys. See
Introduction
Power
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
AC adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the
system and recharges the batteries when they
are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage between 100 and 240 volts.
Ports
Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone
Microphone Enables connection of a monaural microphone
Parallel Port Parallel printer or other parallel device (ECP
compatible).
Infrared This infrared port is compatible with Infrared
Data Association (IrDA 1.1) Fast InfraRed (FIR)
standards. It enables cableless 4 Mbps data
transfer with IrDA 1.1 compatible external
devices.
External monitor A 15-pin, analog VGA port supports VESA
DDC2B compatible functions.
Universal Serial Bus Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports enable
chain connection of a number of USB-equipped
devices to your computer.
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Slots
PC card A PC card slot accommodates one Type II PC
card. Refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for
details
Multimedia
Sound System Sound Blaster™ Pro™ and Windows Sound
System compatible sound system provides
internal speakers as well as jacks for an external
microphone and headphone. It also has a
volume control dial.
S-Video Port This S-Video jack lets you transfer NTSC or PAL
data to external devices.
Communications
Modem An internal modem provides capability for data
and fax communication. It supports V.90
(V.92).The speed of data transfer and fax
depends on analog telephone line conditions. It
has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone
line. Both of V.90 and V.92 are supported only in
USA, Canada, UK, France, Germany and
Australia. Only V.90 is available in other regions.
LAN The computer is equipped with a LAN card that
supports Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T) and
Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-Tx).
Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with
a wireless LAN mini-PCI card that is compatible
with other LAN systems based on Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum radio technology
that complies with the IEEE 802.11g, 802.11a/g
Standard (Revision A, B , G). Revision-A
supports data transfer up to 54 Mbit/s. RevisionB supports data transfer up to 11, Mbit/s,
Revision-G supports data transfer up to
54 Mbit/s. It has Frequency Channel Selection
(5 GHz or 2.4 GHz) and allows roaming
overmultiple channels.
Security
Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the
computer to a desk or other large object
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Software
Operating System Windows®XP Professional or Home Edition is
available. Refer to the preinstalled software
section at the front of this chapter.
TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled
to make your computer more convenient to use.
Refer to the Utilities section in this chapter.
Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the
computer or when you install a component, Plug
and Play capability enables the system to
recognize the connection and make the
necessary configurations automatically.
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify the
system configuration directly from the keyboard
without running a system configuration program.
Display automatic
power off
HDD automatic
power off
System automatic
Standby/Hibernation
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This feature automatically cuts off power to the
internal display when there is no keyboard input
for a time specified. Power is restored when any
key is pressed. You can specify the time in the
Monitor power off item of the Basic Setup tab in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time
specified. Power is restored when the hard disk
is accessed. You can specify the time in the
HDD Power off item of the Basic Setup tab in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.
This feature automatically shuts down the system
in standby mode or Hibernation mode when there
is no input or hardware access for a time
specified. You can specify the time and select
either System Standby or System hibernation in
the System standby and System item of the Basic
Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Introduction
Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.
Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter
5, The Keyboard, for instructions on using the
keypad overlay.
Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and
user, are available to prevent unauthorized
access to your computer.
Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and
disables the computer providing data security.
Intelligent power
supply
A microprocessor in the computer's intelligent
power supply detects the battery's charge and
calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also
protects electronic components from abnormal
conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC
adaptor. You can monitor remaining battery
capacity. Use the Battery remaining item in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Battery save mode This feature lets you save battery power. You
can specify the Power Save Mode in the Profile
item in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Panel power on/off This feature turns power to the computer off
when the display panel is closed and turns it
back on when the panel is opened. You can
specify the setting in the When I close the lid
item of the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power
Saver.
Low battery
automatic
hibernation
When battery power is exhausted to the point
that computer operation cannot be continued,
the system automatically enters Hibernation and
shuts down. You can specify the setting in the
Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Heat dispersal To protect from overheating, the CPU has an
internal temperature sensor. If the computer’s
internal temperature rises to a certain level, the
cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed
is lowered. Use the Fan item of the Basic Setup
tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Maximum
Performance
Turns on fan first, then if necessary lowers CPU
processing speed.
Performance Uses a combination of fan and lowering the CPU
processing speed.
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Battery optimised Lowers the CPU processing speed first, then if
necessary turns on the fan.
Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without
exiting from your software. The contents of main
memory are saved to the hard disk, when you
turn on the power again, you can continue
working right where you left off. Refer to the
Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,
Getting Started, for details.
Standby If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn
off the power without exiting from your software.
Data is maintained in the computer's main
memory. When you turn on the power again, you
can continue working right where you left off.
Utilities
This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For
details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or
readme.txt files.
TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Console is a graphical user interface
that provides easy access to help and services.
TOSHIBA Power
Saver
HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware
DVD Video Player The DVD Video Player is used to play DVD-
TOSHIBA Zooming
Utility
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To access this power savings management
program, click the Control Panel and select the
TOSHIBA Power Saver icon.
settings according to the way you work with your
computer and the peripherals you use. To start
the utility, click the Windows Start button and
click Control Panel. In the Control Panel, select
the TOSHIBA HW Setup icon.
Video. It has an on-screen interface and
functions. Click Start, point to All Programs,
point to InterVideo WinDVD 5, then click
InterVideo WinDVD 5.
This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the
icon size on the desktop or the application
window.
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