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1. Turning on the power User s Manual 3 3 A210 Starting up for the first time When you first turn on the power the computer s initial screen is the Windows Vista Startup Screen Logo Follow the on screen directions for each screen During setup you can click the Back button to return to the previous screen Be sure to read the Windows Operating System End User License Agreement carefully Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes either Shutdown Boot Mode Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode Shut Down mode Boot mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen the next time it is turned on 4 If you have entered data either save it to the hard disk drive or to other storege media Make sure all disk disks activity has stopped before removing the CD DVD or floppy diskette Make sure the Hard Disk Drive indicators is off If you turn off the power while a disk disks is being accessed you can lose data or damage the disk Never turn off the power while an application is running Doing so could cause loss data Never turn off the power disconnect an external storage device or remove storage media during data read write Doing so can cause data los
2. TV Out Port HDMI Setting up more than one display You can set up your computer to utilize more than one display effectively spreading a single desktop screen across two monitors The Display Properties window allows you to adjust more precisely the relative positioning of the two displays when they are configured as an extended desktop On the Display Settings window the two displays can be positioned horizontally vertically or in any diagonal configuration you wish as shown below Ce ee Monitor Drag the icons to match your monitors Identify Monitors 1 Multiple Monitors on M72 M This is my main monitor Extend the desktop onto this monitor Resolution Colors Low High Highest 32 bit 1280 by 800 pixels How do I get the best display Advanced Settings The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased User s Manual 4 29 A210 Il If an external display will not be connected next time you use your computer you should cancel any extended desktop or clone display settings before shutting down your computer Clone display settings are those where more than one device has been selected and is simultaneously applicable Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and use care with liquids around the computer E Be caref
3. 200 20000 3 9 User s Manual xi A210 Chapter4 Operating Basics Using the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad 00 cece eee Dual Mode Pad Button function Dual Mode Pad is provided with some models Using the Web Camera depending on the model purchased Using the internal Modem 0c e eee eee EAN isn eho elisa a cei dae te eeech grainy etme n ae Wireless LAN 0 2 66 si decd aetna casi end ae Sa were detalles Using optical disc drives 0 0 cece Writing CDs DVDs on a DVD Super Multi drive or HD DVD ROM drive supporting double layer disc recording Writing CDs DVDs HD DVDs on a HD DVD R drive Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA TOSHIBA Disc Creator 0 ccc cee ee Media Care 0 0c cece eee eens TV Out amp HDMI sro auia tees fost dre ade cade a i eced ahs Setting up more than one display 2 Cleaning the computer 2200 eee e eee eee Moving the computer 2002 cece eee Chapter5 The Keyboard Typewriter keyS 00 c cee F1 F12 function keys 000 0c eee eee Soft keys Fn key combinations 0 00 0 cece ee eee Hotkeys scco i ssc ee ee hh ware a a Wea gd MEE eae ys wee Windows special keys 0000 eee eee eee eee eee Keypad overlay 200 e eee eee Generating ASCII characters 2 0 0 0 cece eee eee Chapter6 Power
4. User s Manual 4 17 A210 CD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM DVD R Double Layer DVD R Dual Layer DVD R Labelflash DVD R Labelflash MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD RICOH Co Ltd DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYOYUDEN CO LTD Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd DVD Specifications for Re recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or Version 1 2 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD RICOH Co Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD RICOH Co Ltd DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd DVD Multi drive DVD Super Multi and HD DVD drive can use DVD RAM MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD FUJIFILM Corporation FUJIFILM Corporation If the disc is poor in quality dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you use it The actual number of rewrites to CD RW or DVD RW RW RAM is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used There are two types of DVD R authoring and general use discs Do not use authoring discs Only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive We can support only Format 1 of DVD R DL Therefore you can not do the
5. Preface Manual contents 00 eee eee eee xvi Conventions 0 0 0 cece teens xvi Equipment checklist 0000 cee eee eee eee xviii Features Utilities and Options F atureS eea cudee owes cane Vee ee ee He ee 1 1 Special features 23 55 en aau theese tees ee eee ee ee eee ees 1 10 TOSHIBA Value Added Package 00 cece eee eee 1 11 Utilities and Applications 00220 cee eee eee 1 12 OPTIONS sce aie ea en ad ate gl clare we ae ae 1 14 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 2000e cece eens 2 1 RRIQNT SIAE rds coho e ad hated are tear ack dean seed Reais ceed 2 3 Eeft Siden iernii nf Sire asda a AE aE esa ah see Mayle ent nad 2 4 BACK SIG ie sessed densa ea cata aise ca Aa A rare haa carafe a cack anh ag Rd a 2 6 Underside i sire ise iaaa heath arte sada ace ae Fae arid ae SP gc 2 7 Front with the display open 200020 eee eee eee 2 8 Keyboard Indicators 00 cee eee eee eee 2 10 Optical Disc drive 1 eee 2 11 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter 0002 cee eee eee 3 2 Opening the display 00 cece eee 3 3 Turning on the power 2 20sec eee 3 3 Starting up for the first time 0 0 0 cee ee eee 3 4 Turning off the power 20 cee eee eee eee 3 4 Restarting the computer 000 eee eee eee 3 8 System Recovery Options 0 00 cece eee eee 3 8 Restoring the pre installed software
6. The availability of this battery is dependent on the model you purchased Real Time Clock battery The Real Time Clock RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar It also maintains the system configuration If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged the system loses this data and the real time clock and calendar stop working The following message appears when you turn on the power ERROR 0271 Check date and time settings WARNING 0251 System CMOS checksum bad Default od configuration used Press lt F1l gt to resume lt F2 gt to Setup The computer s RTC battery is a lithium battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative The battery can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations When this error appears the following action is recommended 1 Connect the AC adapter and let the battery charge for 24 hours 2 Press F2 to enter BIOS setup menu 3 Set correct time and date If you still see the error message after performing the above actions please contact your TOSHIBA service representative 6 4 User s Manual A210 Care and use of the battery pack The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing Taking proper care of it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for your battery pa
7. This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your discs Handle your media with care The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on it 1 2 3 Store your discs in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean Do not bend the disc Do not write on apply a sticker to or otherwise mar the surface of the disc that contains data Hold the disc by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole FingerPrints on the surface can prevent the drive from properly reading data Do not expose to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold and do not place heavy objects on your discs If your discs become dusty or dirty wipe them with a clean dry cloth Wipe from the center out do not wipe in a circular direction around the disc If necessary use a cloth dampened in water or a neutral cleaner Do not use benzine thinner or similar cleaner Do not eat smoke or use erasers near your discs Foreign particles inside the disk s jacket can damage the magnetic surface Magnetic energy can destroy data on discs Keep your discs away from speakers radios television sets and other sources of magnetic fields 4 28 User s Manual A210 TV Out amp HDMI Use the TV Out port to connect to a television Be sure to use a 4 pin type S video cable Use the HDMI port to connect to an HDTV For more details see Appendix B
8. 4 About recorded DVDs Some DVD ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RAM discs When playing your recorded disc on your computer please use the DVD Video Player software application If you use an over used rewritable disc the full formatting might be locked Please use a brand new disc 4 26 User s Manual A210 TOSHIBA Disc Creator Note the following limitations when you use TOSHIBA Disc Ceator DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Ceator DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Ceator You cannot use the TOSHIBA Disc Ceator Audio CD function to record music to the DVD R RW or DVD R RW media Do not use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Ceator to copy DVD Video and DVD ROM with copyright protection DVD RAM media cannot be backed up with the Disc Backup finction of TOSHIBA Disc Ceator You cannot back up a CD ROM or CD R RW to DVD R RW or DVD R RW using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Ceator You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video or DVD R RW or DVD R RW to CD R RW using TOSHIBA Disc Ceator TOSHIBA Disc Ceator cannot record in packet format You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Ceator to backup a DVD R RW or DVD R RW disc that was made with other software on a different DVD R RW or DVD R RW recorder If you add data to a DVD R and DVD R disc that you have already
9. Multiple Digital Media Card Slot The DC IN LED indicates the computer is connected to the AC adapter and it is plugged into an AC power source In normal operating mode the Power LED is blue depending on the model you purchased If the system is in Sleep Mode the LED will flash amber while the LED will be off when the computer is turned off or is in Hibernation Mode The Battery LED indicates the battery s current charge discharge status It lights blue depending on the model you purchased when the battery is fully charged It lights amber while the battery is being charged from the AC adapter It flashes amber when the battery capacity is low The Hard Disk Drive LED indicates that the hard disk drive is being accessed Every time your computer runs a program opens a file or performs some other function in which it must access the hard disk drive this light will go on The Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Access LED lights up when the Multiple Digital Media Card is accessed The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased The wireless communication switch turns on the wireless networking transceiver The Wireless Communication LED beside it indicates that wireless networking is turned on The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Indicates whether the Wireless devices is active or not The availability of this function depends on the model you purchas
10. You can run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 discs without an adapter An ATAPI interface controller is used for disc drive operation When the computer is accessing a disc an indicator on the drive illuminates I Use the DVD Video Player application to view DVD Video discs If you have a DVD Super Multi drive or HD DVD drive refer also to the Writing CD DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive section or HD DVD drive section for precautions on writing to CDs 4 12 User s Manual A210 Loading optical disc media To load a disc follow the steps below 1 Turn on the power 2 a Press the eject button to open the drawer slightly Pressing the eject button b Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the computer s power is off If the power is off you can open the drawer by inserting a slender object about 15 mm such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the right of the eject button Manual release with the eject hole 3 Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully open Pulling the drawer open User s Manual 4 13 A210 4 Lay the disc label side up in the drawer Inserting a disc Be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction 5 Press gently at the center of the disc until you feel it click into place The disc should lie below the top of the spindle flush with its base 6 Push the cent
11. maximum DVD R DL write 4 speed maximum This drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 8x speed or faster DVD R and DVD R with Single Layer 6x speed or faster DVD RW 8x speed or faster DVD RW 5x speed DVD RAM or ultra speed or faster CD RW 2 12 User s Manual A210 HD DVD ROM drive j e The HD DVD ROM supporting R Double Layer module lets you record data to rewritable discs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 discs without using an adapter The read speed is slower at the centre of a disc and faster at the other edge HD DVD read 1 speed maximum DVD read 8 speed maximum DVD R write 4 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum DVD R write 4 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum DVD RAM write 3 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 16 speed maximum CD RW write 10 speed maximum ultra speed media DVD R DL write 2 4 speed maximum DVD R DL write 2 speed maximum This drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 4x speed or faster DVD R and DVD R with Single Layer 4x speed or faster DVD RW and DVD RW 3x speed DVD RAM or ultra speed or faster CD RW HD DVD R drive J The HD DVD R supporting HD DVD R Double Layer module lets you record data to rewritable discs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 discs without using an adapter The read speed is slower at the centre of a disc and faster at the oth
12. on the CPU Operate the computer at full power Do not use power saving features Do not write while virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background Do not use hard disk utilities including those intended to enhance hard disk access speed as they may cause unstable operation and damage data Write from the computer s hard disk drive to the CD Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator or Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA has not been confirmed Therefore operation with other software cannot be guaranteed User s Manual 4 23 A210 When writing or rewriting Please observe consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD R RW DVD R RW RAM or DVD R RW or HD DVD R disc E Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting E Change users in the Windows Vista operating system HM Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or TouchPad Dual Mode Pad or closing opening the LCD panel E Start a communication application such as a modem E Apply impact or vibration to the computer E Install remove or connect external devices such as USB devices an external display i Link devices or optical digital devices E Use the audio video control butto
13. 1 A210 64 Bit Computing 64 bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bit computing 64 bit computing requires that the following hardware and software requirements are met E 64 bit Operating System E 64 bit CPU Chipset and BIOS Basic Input Output System E 64 bit Device drivers E 64 bit applications Certain device drivers and or applications may not be compatible with a 64 bit CPU and therefore may not function properly A 32 bit version of the operating system is preinstalled on your computer unless explicitly stated that the operating system is 64 bit Memory Main System Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing activities The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors For PC s configured with 4GB of system memory the full system memory space for computing activities will be considerably less and will vary bay model and system configuration Battery Life Battery life may vary considerably depending on product model configuration applications power management settings and features utilized as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models
14. 9 11 A210 TV output signal Problem Display on TV is poor No display Procedure Make sure the TV type is correct for your area NTSC US or PAL Europe Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard If problems persist contact your dealer I If you turn the computer off in Sleep Mode while the display is on a TV the computer will select either the internal LCD or an external computer CRT as the display device the next time it is switched on LAN Problem Cannot access LAN or the Wake up on LAN feature does not work Sleep Hibernation Problem The system will not enter Sleep Hibernation Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN hub Make sure the AC adapter is connected You cannot access a LAN using the computer s battery power If problems persist consult your LAN administrator Procedure Is Windows Media Player open The system might not enter Sleep Hibernation if Windows Media Player is either playing a selection or finished playing a selection Close Windows Media Player before you select Sleep Hibernation If problems persist contact your dealer 9 12 User s Manual A210 Memory expansion Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices for information on installing memory modules Problem The computer hangs up and issues
15. DC IN indicator does outlet not glow blue Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged replace it If the terminals are soiled wipe them with cotton or a clean cloth If the AC adapter still does not power the computer contact your dealer User s Manual 9 5 A210 Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery check the DC IN indicator as well as the indicators for the battery For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Problem Battery doesn t power the computer Battery doesn t charge when the AC power cord is attached Battery indicator does not glow amber Battery doesn t power the computer as long as expected Procedure The battery may be discharged Connect the AC power cord to charge the battery If the battery is completely discharged it will not begin charging at once Wait a few minutes If the battery still does not charge make sure the outlet is supplying power Plug in an appliance and see if it works If it doesn t try another power source Check whether the battery is hot or cold If the battery is too hot or too cold it will not charge properly Let it reach room temperature Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery to make sure the terminals are clean If necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol Connect the AC adapter and replace the battery Check
16. Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text 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 identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on xvi User s Manual A210 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 DISKCOPY A B When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the type face you see to the left Display DO Names of windows or icons or text generated by gt the comput
17. PCI peripheral component interconnect RAM random access memory ROM read only memory User s Manual Glossary 1 A210 RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface TFT thin film transistor USB Universal Serial Bus VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array WXGA wide extended graphics array A adaptor A device that provides an interface between two dissimilar electronic devices For example the AC adaptor modifies the power from a wall outlet for use by the computer This term also refers to the add in circuit cards that control external devices such as video monitors and magnetic tape devices application A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting financial planning spreadsheets word processing and games B BIOS Basic Input Output System The firmware that controls data flow within the computer See also firmware bit Derived from binary digit the basic unit of information used by the computer It is either zero or one Eight bits is one byte See also byte boot Short for bootstrap A program that starts or restarts the computer The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer s memory bps Bits per second Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem buffer The portion of the computer s memory where data is temporarily stored Buffers often compensate fo
18. Window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard LAN and USB There are also these three buttons OK Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings About Display the HW Setup version Setup This field displays BIOS Version and date When finish BIOS update please restart your computer and press F2 into BIOS setup manual and load BIOS default one time User s Manual 7 1 A210 Password This tab allows you to set or reset the user password for power on Display This tab lets you customize your computer s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor Power On Display This option allows you to select the display to be used when the computer is switched on Auto Selected Selects an external monitor if one is connected Otherwise it selects the internal LCD Default LCD Analog RGB Selects both the internal LCD and external monitor for simultaneous display Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer Select the boot priority from the drop down list You can override the settings and manuall
19. additional writing If your data is under DVD R SL capacity we suggest to use DVD R SL media User s Manual A210 You can use DVD RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD RAM discs designed without a cartridge You cannot use a disc with a 2 6 GB single sided capacity or 5 2 GB double sided capacity Other DVD ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RW RAM discs Data written to a CD R DVD R R disc cannot be deleted either in whole or in part Data deleted erased from a CD RW and DVD RW RW RAM disc cannot be recovered Check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it If multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be careful not to delete data from the wrong drive In writing to a DVD R R RW RW disc some disc space is required for file management so you may not be able to write the full capacity of the disc Since the disc is based on the DVD R RW standard it will be filled with dummy data if the written data is less than about 1 GB Even if you write only a small amount of data it might take time to fill in the dummy data Two types of DVD R R RW RW RAM discs are on the market data and video Use a video disc to store video data You can use video discs on a DVD recorder as well as on your computer s DVD ROM drive You cannot use data discs on a DVD recorder DVD RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows 2000
20. and Power Up Modes Power conditions 02200 cee eee eee eee Power indicators 0002 20 e eee eee Bateoa oan a a E patent ed ence eee gee adel cee Gen Care and use of the battery pack 00 0220005 Replacing the battery pack 2000 eee eee eens TOSHIBA Password Utility 20 22000 2220 Power Up MOdES 1 ce eee eee Panel power offon 0002 0c e eee eee System automatic Sleep Hibernation 000 ee eeee Chapter7 HW Setup Accessing HW Setup 000 c cece ee eee eee teens HW Setup Window 200 cee eee eee eee xii User s Manual A210 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D Optional Devices Express Gard osioissa nosna Sheek edn dee ead eles 8 2 SD SDHC MMC MS MS Pro xD Memory cards 05 8 3 Memory expansion 0 0 0 cece eee eee 8 5 Additional battery pack 0 cece eee 8 8 Additional AC adapter 0c 8 8 External Monitor lt 4cc05 sce eee ee Se ee Sees be ee 8 9 T l VISION sier fetid fe eine eee as Se te eee dee dee 8 9 HDMI geiriaa nae a a nee exe are oes ee a ere cece 8 11 LLINK IEEE 1 394 a osun cee cd Sects eon cae eid ae dei ace var a ee 8 14 SOCUMITY LOCK siiri ay ne ae iaaa aE Aaea arias 8 15 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 2000e eee eee eee eee 9 1 Hardware and system checklist 2 220
21. and Telephony Current Location region code do not match A warning dialog box is displayed if current settings for region code and telephony location are incorrect Modem Selection If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem a dialog box is displayed Select the COM port for your modem to use Dialing Properties Select this item to display the dialing properties If you are using the computer in Japan technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select Japan region mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection User s Manual 4 7 A210 Connecting To connect the internal modem cable follow the steps below E n case ofa lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack E Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem 1 Plug one end of the modular cable into the modem jack 2 Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack Connecting the internal modem Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is connected If you find that the modem speed is low or communication is interrupted when you are using the modem please set the CPU speed to Maximum within the Power Options Disconnecting LAN To disconnect the internal modem cable follow the steps below 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the
22. and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power After going through many charge and discharge cycles the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is a normal phenomenon for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see the accessories information that is shipped with your computer 10 2 User s Manual A210 HDD Drive Capacity LCD 1 Gigabyte GB means 10 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The computer operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 230 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore shows less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Operating System and or pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode The screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you will not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Graphics Processor Unit GPU Graphics processor un
23. beep sounds A long beep three short beeps three short beeps and then a long beep Modem Problem Communication software can t initialize the modem You can hear a dial tone but can t make a call You place a call but a connection can t be made After making a call you can t hear a ring Communication is cut off unexpectedly A CONNECT display is quickly replaced by NO CARRIER Procedure Make sure the memory module installed in the expansion slot is compatible with the computer If an incompatible module has been installed follow the steps below 1 Turn off the power 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and all peripheral devices 3 Remove the battery pack Remove the memory module 5 Replace the battery pack and or connect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the power If problems persist contact your dealer gt A Procedure Make sure the computer s internal modem settings are correct Refer to Phone and Modem Options Properties in the Control Panel If the call is going through a PBX machine make sure the communication application s tone dial detection feature is disabled Make sure the settings are correct in your communications application Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your communications application is set correctly The computer will automatically cut off communication when connection with the carrier is not successful for a set time interval Try lengthening th
24. c Power to the optical disc drive has been turned on by the CD Power switch 2 Remove all cables connected to the computer 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes 4 Loosen the two screws securing the memory module socket cover 5 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off Removing the memory module socket cover 8 6 User s Manual A210 6 Fit the module s connectors into the computer s connectors at about a 45 degree angle and press the module carefully to ensure a firm connection Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems 7 Push the module down so it lies flat Latches on either side will click into place to secure the module 1 lain a oMa A LT JC os oo Installing a module 8 Seat the cover and secure it with screws 9 Replace the battery pack as described in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes 10 Turn the power on and make sure the added memory is recognized Removing Memory on Bottom Side If you use the computer for a long time the memory modules will become hot In this case let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them To remove the memory modul
25. connector 2 Disconnect the cable from the computer in the same manner The computer is equipped with networking hardware that supports Ethernet LAN 10 Mbps 10 BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 Mbps 100 BASE TX Do not install or remove an optional memory module while the Wake up on LAN feature is enabled The Wake up on LAN feature does not work on battery power In Hibernate Power off mode you should always leave the computer connected to the AC adapter if you are using this feature 4 8 User s Manual A210 Connecting the LAN cable 4 The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures lt If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 Mbps 10BASE T you can connect using either a CAT5 or a CAT3 cable If you are using 100BASE TX Fast Ethernet you must connect using a CAT5 cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps below 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place Connecting the LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connec tor Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub Disconnecting the LAN cable To disconnect the LA
26. icon to Main then select Swap Devices User s Manual B 3 A210 7 After system applying the display mode to HDMI click Force then select Desktop area to select the HDMI mode SEE View GP Hotkeys QQ Profies Gp Preferences gt rep z ae E Displays Manager w Displays Manager T Display Options Graphics Adapter 7 72 M SONY TV M E E DTV HDM 3 Attributes p Desktop and Display Setup Avivo Color Main HDTV Support S U o con 1 E Video Attached displays currently disabled To make changes drag or right click the display icons Detect Displays p Selected Display on M72 M SONY TV Single Desktop area Color quality Refresh rate 1920x 1080 ba High 32 bit X 30 Hz x Rotation Standard Landscape 0 ind i Desktop area gt Color quality gt 7 Refresh rate ae Ske eee Rotation gt 640 x 480 720 x 480 800 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 480 1024 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 648 1152 x 864 1280 x 720 1280 x 768 1280 x 800 1280x1024 1400 x 1050 1776 x 1000 1920 x 1080 The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased User s Manual A210 Appendix C AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country region i
27. method for protecting a floppy disk from accidental erasure User s Manual Glossary 9 A210 Glossary 10 User s Manual
28. of the following conditions are present the self test failed E The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages except the TOSHIBA logo E Random characters appear on the screen and the system does not function normally E The screen displays an error message Turn off the computer and check all cable connections as well as memory module connections If the test fails again contact your dealer 9 4 User s Manual A210 Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC outlet the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer has a number of other power resources including an intelligent power supply and Real Time Clock battery These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems This section provides check lists for AC power and the battery If you cannot resolve a problem after following them the cause could lie with another power resource In such cases you should contact your dealer Overheating power down If the computer s internal temperature becomes too high the computer will automatically shut down AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adapter connected check the DC IN indicator Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for more information Problem Procedure AC adapter doesn t Check the connections Make sure the cord is power the computer firmly connected to the computer and a power
29. on the computer again and re enter the password Power up modes i The computer has three power up modes E Hibernation saves data in memory to the hard disk E Sleep power remains on maintaining the data in memory but the CPU and all other devices effectively enter a sleep mode E Boot does not save data in memory Refer also to the section Turning off the power in Chapter 3 Getting Started Panel power off on This feature makes the computer to enter Hibernation when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the display panel is opened If the panel power off function is enabled and you use Shut down Windows do not close the display until the shut down function is completed System automatic Sleep Hibernation This feature automatically turns off the system in Sleep or Hibernation mode if the computer is not used for a set duration Refer to Special features in Chapter 1 Features Utilities and Options for an explanation of how to set the duration 6 14 User s Manual A210 Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility to configure your computer TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for various hardware devices through a number of tabs titled General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard LAN and USB Accessing HW Setup Click Start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click HW Setup HW Setup
30. or remove a memory module while the computer is in Hibernation Mode Data will be lost 3 6 User s Manual A210 Benefits of Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits E Saves Data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shutsdown because of a low battery condition E You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature H Allows the use of the panel power off feature Starting Hibernation Mode You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing Fn F4 please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details To enter Hibernation Mode follow the steps below 1 Click Start 2 Click the arrow button in the power management buttons 3 Select Hibernate from the menu Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to enter Hibernate Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid In order to define these settings you can follow the steps as described below 1 Click Start and click the Control Panel 2 Click System and Maintenance and click Power Options 3 Click Choose what the Power Button do or Choose what closing the lid does 4 Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for When I press the power button or Wh
31. purchased User s Manual A210 Windows Mobility Mobility Center is a utility for accessing several Center mobile PC settings quickly in one window A default maximum of eight tiles are provided by the operating system and the additional two titles are added to your Mobility Center E Lock Computer This can be used to lock your computer without turning it off This has the same function as the Lock button at the bottom of the right pane in the start menu E TOSHIBA Assist This can be used to open TOSHIBA Assist if it is already installed in your computer Options You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use The following options are available Memory Modules Two memory modules can be installed in this computer Use only PC5300 compatible DDRII memory modules See your TOSHIBA dealer for details Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer Use it as a spare to increase your computer operating time High capacity battery An additional battery pack can be purchased pack from your TOSHIBA dealer Use it as a spare to increase your computer operating time AC adapter If you use your computer at more than one site frequently it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adapter for each site so you will not have to carry the adapter with you USB Floppy Disk Lets you attach a floppy disk drive to your Drive computer
32. random selection Keyboard Indicators t fad Arrow Mode A Arrow Mode gt CAPS LOCK Numeric Mode Caps Lock When the Arrow mode icon lights green you can use the keypad overlay light gray labelled keys as cursor keys Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard User s Manual A210 Numeric Mode xy Caps Lock Optical Disc drive You can use the keypad overlay light gray labelled keys for numeric input when the Numeric mode icon lights green Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard The Caps Lock LED lights when you press the Caps Lock key When this light is on pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase capital letter Your computer is equipped with a DVD Super Multi drive HD DVD ROM drive or HD DVD R drive depending on configuration An ATAPI interface controller is used for the operation of these optical drives When the computer is accessing a disc an indicator on the drive glows Region codes for DVD drives and media The disc drive and its media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions When you purchase DVD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will not play properly Code 1 2 3 4 Writable discs Region Canada United States Japan Europe South Africa Middle East Southeast Asia East Asia Australia New Zealand Pacific Islands Central America Sout
33. stolen You are the owner of a valuable technical device which may be highly attractive to thieves so please do not leave it unattended in a public place To further help protect against theft security cables can be bought for use with your notebook when it is being used at home or in the office Make a note of your computer s machine type model number and serial number and put it in a safe place You will find this information on the underside of your notebook Please also keep the receipt of the computer you purchased Should your computer be stolen however we ll help you try to find it Before contacting TOSHIBA please prepare the following information which is necessary to uniquely identify your computer In which country was your computer stolen E What type of machine do you have E What was the model number PA number E What was the serial number 8 digits E When was it stolen i e date E What is your address phone and fax number To register the theft on paper please follow these procedures E Fill in the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form or a copy of it below E Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased E Either fax or send the receipt and registration form to the address below To register the theft online please follow these procedures E Visit www toshiba europe com on the Internet In the product area choose Computer Systems E Inthe Computer Systems page ope
34. the system is not operating properly keyboard disk drives hard disk drive printer display Each device produces different symptoms Is the operating system configuration set properly Check the configuration options What appears on the display screen Does it display any messages or random characters Print a copy of the screen if you have a printer attached Look up the messages in the software and operating system documentation Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any indicators light Which ones What color are they Do they stay on or blink Write down what you see Do you hear any beeps How many Are they long or short Are they high pitched or low Is the computer making any unusual noises Write down what you hear Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer 9 2 User s Manual A210 Software The problems may be caused by your software If you cannot load a software package the media may be damaged or the program might be corrupted Try loading another copy of the software If an error message appears while you are using a software package check the software documentation These documents usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next check any error messages in the operating system documentation Hardware If you cannot find a software problem check your har
35. transmission and reception 300 1200 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 16800 19200 21600 24000 26400 28800 31200 33600 bps Data reception only with V 90 V 92 28000 29333 30666 32000 33333 34666 36000 37333 38666 40000 4 1333 42666 44000 45333 46666 48000 49333 50666 52000 53333 54666 56000 bps Fax 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 bps MNP class 4 and ITU T V 42 MNP class 5 and ITU T V 42bis User s Manual A 3 A210 A 4 User s Manual A210 Appendix B Display Modes This appendix contains a table listing all the display modes when the display is set to an external monitor g If you are running some applications for example a 3D application or video J playback and so on you may see some disturbance flickering or frame dropping on your screen If that occurs adjust the resolution of display lowering it until the screen is displayed properly You could also disable Windows Aero to help correct this situation CRT Display Color Depth Refresh Rate Resolution bpp Hz 800 x 600 16 bpp 60 75 85 100 32 bpp 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 16 bpp 60 75 85 100 32 bpp 60 75 85 100 1280 x 800 16 bpp 60 32 bpp 60 1280 x 1024 16 bpp 60 75 85 100 32 bpp 60 75 85 100 1600 x 1200 16 bpp 60 75 85 100 32 bpp 60 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 16 bpp 60 75 32 bpp 60 75 2048 x 1536 16 bpp 60 32 bpp 60 7 Some of display modes might not be supported depending on the external I monitor whic
36. utilities to allow easy control of communication devices and network connections It also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and communication networks Gallery your digital photos and videos You can organize find and view your photos and videos as well as edit print and share them from within Windows Photo Gallery It also makes it easy to transfer your photos from your camera to your computer using a simple import process Application buttons Three application buttons have default setting You can assign other functions and programs to button 1 to 3 Windows Photo Windows Photo Gallery gives you many tools for J Please refer to Properties for synaptics Dual Mode Pad for details Using the Web Camera depending on the model purchased This section describes the optional Web Camera feature which can snapshot images and record videos 1 Wen Camera Led 2 Web Camera Lens User s Manual 4 3 A210 Using the software The Web Camera software is pre configured to start when you turn on Windows Vista if you need to restart it go to Start gt All Programs gt Camera Assistant Software gt Camera Assistant Software is 7 O Q 1 Snapshot 5 Display Window 2 Video Recording 6 Camera Resolution 3 Audio Recording 7 Mut
37. without DVD RAM Driver Software When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be careful not to write to the wrong drive Be sure to connect the universal AC adapter before you write or rewrite Before you enter Sleep Hibernation Mode be sure to finish DVD RAM writing Writing is finished if you can eject DVD RAM media Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software Do not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU Operate the computer at full power Do not use power saving features Do not write while virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background Do not use hard disk utilities including those intended to enhance hard disk access speed as they may cause unstable operation and damage data Write from the computer s hard disk drive to the CD Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator or Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA has not been confirmed Therefore operation with other software cannot be guaranteed User s Manual 4 19 A210 When writing or rewriting Please observe consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD R RW DVD R RW RAM or DVD R RW disc E Do not perform any of the following actions when writ
38. 020005 9 3 TOSHIBA support sececietscsieisa sete Sd ade ee aie a foe ose ded we hag ia ie Se aga la 9 16 Disclaimers Specifications Display Modes AC Power Cord and Connectors If your computer is stolen Glossary User s Manual xiii A210 xiv User s Manual A210 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the A210 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 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 Features Utilities and Options and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer s features components and accessory devices Then read Getting Started for step by step instructions on setting up your computer If you are an experienced computer user please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages Be sure to look over the Special features section of the Features Utilities and Options to learn about features that are unique to your computer User s Manual XV A210 Manual content
39. 10 External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer To connect a monitor follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer off 2 Connect the monitor to the external monitor port 3 Turn the monitor s power on 4 Turn the computer on When you turn on the power the computer automatically recognizes the monitor To change the display settings press Fn F5 If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off be sure to press Fn F5 to switch to the internal display Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details on using hot keys to change the display setting Television A television can be connected to the video out port on the computer To connect a television follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer off 2 Use a video cable not supplied to connect the television to the video out port 3 Turn the television on 4 Turn the computer on You can use the hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display device Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard If a television is connected to the computer set the TV type in Display Properties Follow the steps below based on the configuration of your computer User s Manual 8 9 A210 For ATI Radeon X1200 and ATI Mobility Radeon HD2400 HD2600 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Personalization 2 Choose Display Settings to change resolution and colors Monitor Drag the
40. 10 Arrow mode indicator lights Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in the disagram below Press Fn F10 again to turn off the overlay 5 4 User s Manual A210 Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode press Fn F11 Numeric mode indicator lights Now try numeric data entry using the keys below Press Fn F11 again to turn off the overlay 4 5 gt 6 k Wf TK Tre No 1 v 2 PGDN 3 5 M gt j INS 0 DEL I ESC BiG A F2 E Fo 5 EA I a 7 cm ae Fiz PRIST i TE z M me me M Ine m EN gt Ne M Te IT 1 ta 2 4 5 6 7 8 b 0 ERA HOME ic fia E iji Y Hg e E V f a ETE EE e H I 2 smer ll lji lk li IF li a g 7 SHIFT END CTRL FN ALT j ll ALT 8 iis lt v gt The numeric keypad overl
41. 7 A210 J J e Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off Battery pack about 12 or longer about 4 or longer RTC battery about 24 about 24 with AC or Battery pack The charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature the temperature of the computer and how you use the computer If you make heavy use of external devices the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation Refer also to the section Maximizing battery operating time Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the following conditions E The battery is extremely hot or cold To make sure the battery charges to its full capacity charge the battery at room temperature of 10 to 30 C 50 to 86 F E The battery is nearly completely discharged Leave the AC adapter connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging Once a battery pack is fully charged it is recommended that you operate the computer only on battery power until the battery pack completely discharges Doing so extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions E The battery has not been used for a long time E The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time E A cool battery is installed in a warm comput
42. C adapter certified by TOSHIBA 2 14 User s Manual A210 Chapter 3 Getting Started 1 This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer It covers the following topics Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety amp Comfort This guide which is included with the computer explains product liability Connecting the AC adapter Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off the power Restarting the computer Restoring the pre installed software All users should be sure to carefully read the section Starting up for the first time which describes the actions to take when you turn on the power for the first time User s Manual 3 1 A210 Connecting the AC adapter Attach the AC adapter when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power It is also the fastest way to get started because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power The AC adapter can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz For details on using the AC adapter to charge the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Use of the wrong adapter could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter Con
43. CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used Press F1 to resume F2 to Setup TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following E Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Call the software company s technical support for assistance E Consult the dealer you purchased your computer and or software from They are your best sources for current information and support Where to write If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related write to TOSHIBA at the location listed in the accompanying warranty booklet or visit http www toshiba europe com on the Internet 9 16 User s Manual A210 Chapter 10 Disclaimers CPU This chapter states the Disclaimer s information applicable to TOSHIBA computers Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Disclaimer CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the fol
44. Co Ltd DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd DVD Multi drive and DVD Super Multi can use DVD RAM DVD R Double MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Layer DVD R Dual MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Layer HD DVD R Hitachi Maxell Ltd MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD HD DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD Double Label If the disc is poor in quality dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you use it The actual number of rewrites to CD RW or DVD RW RW RAM or HD DVD R is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used There are two types of DVD R authoring and general use discs Do not use authoring discs Only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive We can support only Format 1 of DVD R DL Therefore you can not do the additional writing If your data is under DVD R SL capacity we suggest to use DVD R SL media 4 22 User s Manual A210 You can use DVD RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD RAM discs designed without a cartridge You cannot use a disc with a 2 6 GB single sided capacity or 5 2 GB double sided capacity Other DVD ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RW RAM discs Data written to a CD R DVD R R disc cannot
45. DVD ROMs at maximum 8x speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24x speed It writes CD Rs at up to 16x speed CD RWs at up to 10x speed DVD Rs at maximum 4x speed DVD RWs at maximum 6x speed DVD RWs at maximum 4x speed DVD Rs at maximum 4x speed DVD R double layer at maximum 2 4x speed DVD R dual layer at maximum 2x speed DVD RAM at maximum 3x speed and HD DVD R at maximum 1x speed This drive supports the following E HD DVD ROM DVD ROM HD DVD R Hf DVD RW DVD R E DVD RW DVD R E DVD Video DVD RAM Hm CD RW CD R E CD Text CD DA DVD R dual layer DVD R double layer Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode1 Mode2 CD ROMXA Mode2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Slots depending on configuration Multiple Digital Media Card SD SDHC MMC MS MS Pro xD Express Card This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants that use flash memory You can use a memory module in this slot The Express Card expansion slot that can accommodate two standard module formats an Express Card 34 module and an Express Card 54 module An Express Card module is a small add in card technology based on the PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus USB interfaces User s Manual 1 7 A210 Ports depending on configuration External monitor Universal Serial Bus i LINK IEEE1394a HDMI CIR TV Out Multimedia Web Camera depending on con
46. E Before entering Sleep Mode be sure to save your data E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep Mode The Computer or the module could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory will be lost Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits E Restore the previous working enviroment more rapidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Sleep Mode feature E Allows the use of the panel power off feature User s Manual 3 5 A210 J J Executing Sleep Mode You can enter also Sleep Mode by pressing Fn F3 please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details Youu can enter Sleep Mode in one of three ways 1 Click Start then click the sleep button located in the power management buttons or click the arrow button E and select Sleep from the menu 2 Close the computer s LCD display panel Please note that this feature must be enabled please refer to the Power Options to access it click Start followed by Control Panel followed by System and Maintenance and then click the Power Options 3 Press the power button Please note that this feature must be enabled please refer to the Po
47. LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 NAR SIKKERHEDSAF BRYDER TO EN 60825 1 PRODUKT ER UDE AF FUNKTION IFA 1 VE BR TOEN60825 UNDGA UDSATTELSE FOR STRALING vi User s Manual A210 The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the United States of America Department of Health amp Human Services Food and Drug Administration In other countries the drive is certified to comply with the requirement pursant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product This computer is equipped with one of the optical drives in the following list Manufacturer Type Pioneer DVD Super Multi R Double Layer DVR K17 Toshiba Samsung DVD Super Multi R Double Layer TS L632 Hitachi DVD Super Multi R Double Layer GSA T20N Panasonic DVD Super Multi R Double Layer UJ 850U Teac DVD Super Multi R Double Layer DV W28EC Toshiba HD DVD ROM TS L802A Toshiba HD DVD R TS L902A User s Manual vii A210 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 o
48. Manual A210 Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Cannot access Wireless LAN Monitor Procedure Make sure the computer s wireless communication switch is set to on Use the ConfigFree program that comes pre installed in your computer to see LAN status If problems persist consult your LAN administrator Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices and to your monitor s documentation Problem Monitor does not turn on No display Display error occurs Monitor goes into panning mode Procedure Make sure that the external monitor s power switch is on Confirm that the external monitor s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly If problems persist contact your dealer Check your monitor specification It might not support the selected resolution and refresh rate The resolution on the monitor might go into panning mode when wide screen resolution is selected Refer to Appendix B Display Modes User s Manual 9 9 A210 Sound system Pro
49. Maximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on How you configure the computer for example whether you enable battery power saving options The computer provides a battery save mode to conserve battery power This mode has the following options E Display auto off E Hard Disk Drive auto off E System auto off E LCD brightness How often and how long you use the hard disk optical media drive and the disk drive if one is connected How much charge the battery contained to begin with Enabling Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode conserves battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on Where you store your programs and data Closing the display when you are not using the keyboard saves power Operating time decreases at low temperatures The condition of the battery terminals Make sure the battery terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack User s Manual 6 9 A210 Retaining data with power off Sleep mode When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries the batteries retain data charge for the following approximate time periods Battery Approximately 1 5 days Sleep mode 9 cell Approximately 1 day Sleep mode 6 cell Approximately 0 5 day Sleep mode 3 cell Approximately 1 month Shut down mode all ty
50. N cable follow the steps below 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer s LAN jack and pull out the connector 2 Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub in the same manner Check with your LAN administrator before disconnecting from the hub User s Manual 4 9 A210 Wireless LAN J The wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems that comply with the IEEE802 11a 11b 11g and Draft 11n wireless LAN standards It supports the following E Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54 48 36 24 18 9 6 Mbps for 802 11a b g and 802 11b g wireless LAN module Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption based on 256bit encryption algorithm Frequency Channel Selection 2 4 GHz or 5 GHz Roaming over multiple channels Card Power Management E Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption 11a 11b 11g and 11n wireless are based on IEEE 802 11a 802 11b 802 11g and 802 11n respectively The IEEE 802 11n specification has not been finalized and is currently in draft release The TOSHIBA 11a b g n Wireless LAN Adapters are based on the Draft Release Version 1 0 of the IEEE 802 11n specification An Adapter with 11a b 11a b g or 11a b g n can communicate on any of its supported formats the actual connection will be based on the access point to which it connects Connection compatibility with the wireless equipment in Draft 11n mode is not guaranteed The Draft 11n
51. Print Disc Label gt Label Printing Ulead Label Onece is started Click the General tab Choose DVD Drive for Printer e g lt E gt PIONEER DVD Add and customize the look of your images and text Click Labelflash setting and choose Draw Quality 8 Click Print N The availability of Labelflash function depends on the model you purchased NOD ore 4 20 User s Manual A210 Writing CDs DVDs HD DVDs on a HD DVD R drive You can use the HD DVD R drive to write data to either CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM or HD DVD R discs The following applications for writing are preinstalled TOSHIBA Disc Creator Direct Disc Writer Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA which is a product of Ulead Systems Inc Important message Before you write or rewrite to CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM or HD DVD R media read and follow all set up and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so the HD DVD R drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite lose data or incur other damage Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following E Damage to any CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM or HD DVD R disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product E Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM or HD DVD R media that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or busine
52. SHIBA Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory 2 Click Video Disc gt New Project to invoke 2nd Launcher choose your project type then invoke DVD MovieFactory 3 Add source from HD Disk by click Add Video files button to invoke browser dialog box 4 Choose the sourse video then go to the Next page to apply Menu 5 After choose the menu template press Next button to go to Burning Page 6 Choose the output type then press Burn button How to learn more about Ulead DVD MovieFactory Please refer to the Help and Manul file for additional Ulead DVD MovieFactory information Important information for use Note the following limitations when you write video DVD 1 Editing digital video E Log in with Administrator rights to use DVD MovieFactory E Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using DVD MovieFactory E Operate the computer at Full Power Do not use power saving features E While you are editing DVD you can display previews However if another application is running the preview might not display properly DVD MovieFactory cannot edit or play copy protected content E Do not enter Sleep Hibernation Mode while using DVD MovieFactory E Do not operate DVD MovieFactory immediately after turning on the computer Please wait until all Disc Drive activity has stopped Mm When recording to a DV Camcorder to ensure you capture all of your data let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you beg
53. The internal modem does not support the voice functions described in the help files All data and fax functions are supported WN E ncase ofa lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack E Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following 1 Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool 2 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 3 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 4 Use only the power cord indicated in this manual User s Manual 4 5 A210 Region selection Telecommunication regulations vary from one country region to another so you will need to make sure the internal modem s settings are correct for the country region in which it will be used 1 Open the Modem Region Select application It is located on the Programs menu at TOSHIBA gt Networking y Do not use the Country Region Select function in the Modem setup utility I in the Control Panel if the function is available If you change the Country Reg
54. User s Manual A210 TOSHIBA computers toshiba europe com Leadin g Innovation gt gt gt A210 Copyright 2007 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under copyright law this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein TOSHIBA A210 Portable Personal Computer User s Manual First edition June 2007 Ownership and copyright of music video computer programs databases etc are protected by the copyright laws These copyrighted materials may be copied for private use at home only If beyond the limitation above you copy including to transform data formats or modify these materials transfer them or distribute them via the Internet without approval of copyright owners you may be subject to claims for compensation for damage and or criminal penalties due to infringements of copyrights or personal rights Please remember to observe the copyright laws when you use this product to copy the copyrighted works or perform other actions Please note that you may infringe the owner s rights protected by the copyright laws if you use the screen mode switching functions e g Wide mode Wide Zoom mode etc of this product to display enlarged images video at coffee shops or hotels for the purposes of profits or providing these to the public Disclaimer This manual has been validated and re
55. ack This jack lets you use a modular cable to connect a the modem directly to a telephone line User s Manual 2 3 A210 OC Left side D oCo DC IN 19V o Optical Disc Drive The computer is configured with a full size optical disc drive module that lets you run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 discs without using an adapter See the Drives section in this chapter for technical specifications on each drive and Chapter 4 Operating Basics for information on using the drive and caring for discs Optical Disc Drive This indicator lets you know when the Optical LED Disc Drive is being accessed Eject Button Opens the Optical Disc Drive Emergency Eject A back up for the Eject Button Hole DC IN Jack The DC IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter Security Lock An optional security cable attaches to this port in order to anchor your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft The following figure shows the computer s left side 1 RGB Monitor Port 5 Universal Serial Bus USB Ports 2 Fan Vents 6 Express Card Slot for Cardbus 3 TV Out Port Card Slot 4 LAN Jack 7 HDMI V1 2 PORT 8 i LINK IEEE1394a Port The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased The left side of the computer RGB Monitor Port This 15 pin port lets you connect an external video display to the computer Fan Vents The fa
56. ain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from E Dust moisture and direct sunlight E Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones E Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters E Extreme heat cold or humidity E Liquids and corrosive chemicals Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use Chapter 3 Getting Started also includes information on work space design posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress User s Manual ix A210 Heat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain p
57. al Serial Bus USB interfaces Installing an Express Card One Express Card connector is located on the right side of the computer The computer s hot install feature lets you install Express Card while the computer s power is on To install an Express Card follow the steps below 1 Insert the Express Card 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection Installing an Express Card After installing the card refer to the card s documentation and check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card Removing an Express Card 1 Click the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 2 Click the Express Card you want to remove 3 Press the Express Card once to extend it 4 Grasp the extended Express Card and remove it Removing an Express Card 8 2 User s Manual A210 SD SDHC MMC MS MS Pro xD Memory cards i i i i J The computer is equipped with a multiple digital media card slot that can accommodate SD SDHC MMC MS MS Pro xD memory cards These memory cards let you easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants which use flash memory Card Type Capacities SD up to 2GB SDHC 4GB MMC up to 1GB MS up to 128MB 256MB 128MB x 2 selectable MS Pro up to 2GB xD up to 2GB Keep foreign objects out of the memory card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry Do not format a memory card with W
58. an be used to repair the system in the event of a problem The System Recovery Options feature will be unusable if this partition is deleted System Recovery Options Q J The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory In the event that an error occurs between the time power is turned ON and login and the error is repairable the Windows Recovery Enviroment will automatically repair the error The Window Recovery Environment can also be run manually to repair errors The procedure is as follows Follow the instructions shown on the on screen menu 1 Turn off the computer 2 While holding the F8 key turn the computer again 3 The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press Enter 4 Follow the on screen instructions The Windows Vista Complete PC Backup feature can be used on Windows Vista Business Edition and Ultimate Edition 3 8 User s Manual A210 Restoring the pre installed software If preinstalled files are damaged use the Product Recovery DVD ROM to restore them To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software follow the steps below When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 2 Load the Product Recovery disc in the drive and turn off the computer s power Switch on the computer
59. and when the In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA prompt appears press the F12 key to display the Boot Menu Use the up or down cursor key to select the CD ROM DVD drive in the display menu Follow the on screen instructions If your computer came with additional software installed this software can not be recovered from the Product Recovery DVD ROM Re install these applications e g Works Suite Games etc separately from other media User s Manual 3 9 A210 3 10 User s Manual A210 Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad optical disc drives the internal modem LAN and wireless LAN It also provides tips on caring for your computer and on heat dispersal Using the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad To use the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad simply move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go 1 TouchPad control buttons 2 TouchPad Dual Mode Pad TouchPad Dual Mode Pad and control buttons The two buttons below the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad are used like the buttons on a standard mouse Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer Press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are us
60. aver TOSHIBA Button Support TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements This utility controls the buttom operation of the computer The starting application from the buttom can be changed The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer s built in hardware devices to be tested User s Manual A210 J TOSHIBA Flash The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick way Cards to modify selected system functions and to launch applications E Hot key function E TOSHIBA utility launcher function When you start or resume your computer the TOSHIBA Flash Cards may take a moment to become available and may display several times before completely activating The hot key functions will be available once the TOSHIBA Cards are completely active If your system is busy and you see a Not Responding message allow TOSHIBA Cards to completely activate before you continue to use the utility and hot keys TOSHIBA TOSHIBA Components Common Driver contains Components the module required for the utility which Common Driver TOSHIBA offers TOSHIBA The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides Accessibility support to movement impaireed users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot key functions In use the utility allows you to make the Fn key sticky that is you can p
61. ay U S Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on While using the overlay you can temporarily access the normal keyboard without turning off the overlay 1 2 3 Hold down Fn and press any other key All keys will operate as if the overlay were off Type upper case characters by holding down Fn Shift and pressing a character key Release Fn to continue using the overlay User s Manual 5 5 A210 Temporarily using overlay overlay off While using the normal keyboard you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on 1 Press and hold down Fn 2 Check the keyboard indicators Pressing Fn turns on the most recently used overlay If the Numeric mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for numeric entry If the Arrow mode indicator lights you can use it for cursor and page control 3 Release Fn to return to normal keyboard operation Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric mode you can switch temporarily to Arrow mode by pressing a shift key If the computer is in Arrow mode you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing a shift key Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation But you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes With the overlay on 1 Hold down Alt 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt and the ASCII character appears on t
62. be deleted either in whole or in part Data deleted erased from a CD RW and DVD RW RW RAM disc cannot be recovered Check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it If multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be careful not to delete data from the wrong drive In writing to a DVD R R RW RW disc some disc space is required for file management so you may not be able to write the full capacity of the disc Since the disc is based on the DVD R RW standard it will be filled with dummy data if the written data is less than about 1 GB Even if you write only a small amount of data it might take time to fill in the dummy data Two types of DVD R R RW RW RAM discs are on the market data and video Use a video disc to store video data You can use video discs on a DVD recorder as well as on your computer s DVD ROM drive You cannot use data discs on a DVD recorder DVD RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows 2000 without DVD RAM Driver Software When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be careful not to write to the wrong drive Be sure to connect the universal AC adapter before you write or rewrite Before you enter Sleep Hibernation Mode be sure to finish DVD RAM writing Writing is finished if you can eject DVD RAM media Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software Do not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load
63. blem No sound is heard Pointing device Procedure Adjust the volume control dial Check the software volume settings If appropriate make sure the headphone connection is secure Check Windows Device Manager and ensure the sound function is enabled and that settings for I O address interrupt level and DMA are correct for your software and do not conflict with other hardware devices that you have connected to the computer If problems persist contact your dealer If you are using a USB mouse also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation TouchPad Dual Mode Pad Problem On screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation Double tapping does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow Procedure The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it You may also press Fn F9 to enable the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad and then try again to move it Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK If problem
64. by means of a USB cable 1 14 User s Manual A210 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer 3 Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications l corresponding to all of the features shown below Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer front with its display panel in the closed position J Ly i Ki CE T rc 1 oO Oy EEN o OO DOCO 1 Front Edge Logo 7 Wireless Communication Switch 2 DCINLED 8 Wireless Communication LED 3 Power LED 9 Infrared Reception Window 4 Battery LED 10 Multiple Digital Media Card Slot 5 Hard Disk Drive LED 11 Microphone Jack 6 Multiple Digital Media Card Slot 12 Headphone Jack Access LED 13 Volume Control The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased Front of the computer with display closed Front Edge Logo Front Edge Logo indicates the computer series you bought The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased User s Manual 2 1 A210 DC IN LED Power LED Battery LED Hard Disk Drive LED Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Access LED Wireless Communication Switch Wireless Communication LED Infrared Reception Window lt
65. ck Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operation and maximum performance Safety precautions Mishandling of batteries can cause death serious injury or property damage Carefully observe the following advice Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in moderate or minor injury or property damage Note Provides important information Danger 1 Never try to dispose of the battery pack by burning or expose it to a heating device such as a microwave oven The battery pack could explode and cause bodily injury 2 Never try to disassemble repair or otherwise tamper with a battery pack The battery pack will overheat and ignite Leakage of caustic alkaline solution or other electrolytic substances will cause fire or injury possibly resulting in death or serious injury 3 Never short circuit the battery pack by contacting the terminals with a metal object A short circuit can cause fire or otherwise damage the battery pack and possibly cause injury To avoid accidental short circuit always wrap the battery pack in plastic and cover the terminals with electrical tape when storing or disposing o
66. computer Also synonymous with byte chip A small semiconductor containing computer logic and circuitry for processing memory input output functions and controlling other chips CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable compatibility 1 The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred 2 the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system configuration The specific components in your system such as the terminal printer and disk drives and the settings that define how your system works You use the HW Setup program to control your system configuration control keys A key or sequence of keys you enter from the keyboard to initiate a particular function within a program User s Manual Glossary 3 A210 controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller CPU Central Processing Unit The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions CRT Cathode Ray Tube A vacuum tube in which beams p
67. d batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord JN Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional battery pack Use of the wrong battery could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case User s Manual A210 EU Declaration of Conformity CE GOST This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 336 EEC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the supplied power adapter the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 99 5 EEC in case of implemented telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC for the supplied power adapter CE Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA EUROPE GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to the following website http epps toshiba teg com IloptraTtTHuBHBUH KomnbpwrTtrep Hsrorosputreas Toshiba Europe GmbH Regensburg Operations Center Aapec Leibnizstrasse 2 Regensburg 93055 Germany Caenauos Kutae Following information is only for EU member states a The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste Please ensure this product is properly disposed as i
68. d into it do not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable itself To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm When setting up the computer for work place it on a level surface Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local authorities for disposal instructions When travelling do not check the computer as baggage You can put your computer through an X ray security machine but never put your computer through a metal detector If you have the computer checked by hand be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer User s Manual A210 When travelling with the hard drive removed from the computer wrap the drive in a non conducting material such as cloth or paper If you have the drive checked by hand be ready to install the drive in the computer Your can put the hard drive through an X ray security machine but never put it through a metal detector When travelling do not place the computer in overhead storage compartments where it could slide around Do not drop your computer or subject it to other mechanical shocks Protect your computer battery and hard drive from environmental hazards such as dirt dust food liquids temperature extremes and overexposure to sunlight When you move your computer b
69. deo Do not change the display device while playing video E Do not change the display device under the following conditions E While data is being read or written E While communication is being carried out 8 12 User s Manual A210 Settings for audio on HDMI To set the audio device to use the HDMI follow the steps below 1 Go to Start then select Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound then select Sound If you are in control panel classic view select Sound directly 3 In Sound window select Digital Output Device HDMI then click Set Default once rors Playback Recording Sounds Select a playback device below to modify its settings Digital Output Device HDMI 3 High Definition Audio Device Working Speakers gt 4 Realtek High Definition Audio Working Configure Selecting Audio HDMI output Please follow above steps to change back to speakers after you plug out HDMI connector User s Manual 8 13 A210 i LINK IEEE1394a i LINK IEEE1394a is used for high speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as E Digital video cameras E Hard disk drives E MO drives E Optical disc drives i LINK uses a four pin connector which does not carry electric current External devices will need their own power supply Precautions E Make a back up of your data before transferring it to the computer T
70. ds this battery trigger function depends on how point the computer is configured e LED Battery flashes amber DC IN off Battery capacity Computer goes into exhausted Hibernation or shuts down depending on the TOSHIBA Power Saver setting No battery e No operation installed LED Battery off DC IN off 1 The LED is dependent on the model you purchased Power indicators As shown in the above table the Battery DC IN and Power indicators alert you to the computer s operating capability and battery charge status Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery The following indicator lights indicate the battery status Flashing Amber Amber Blue No light The battery charge is low The AC adapter must be connected to recharge the battery Indicates the AC adapter is connected and is charging the battery Indicates the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged Under any other conditions the indicator does not light 6 2 User s Manual A210 DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adapter connected Blue Indicates the AC adapter is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer No light Indicates the AC adapter is not connected Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status with the AC adapter connected Blue Indicates power is be
71. dware First run through the items in the preliminary checklist above If you still cannot correct the problem try to identify the source The next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas E System start up E USB E Self test E TV output signal E Power E LAN E Battery E Sleep Hibernation E Keyboard E Memory expansion E LCD panel E Modem M Hard disk drive E DVD Super Multi drive supporting E Password double layer disc recording E i LINK IEEE1394a m Disk drive E Wireless LAN E Real Time Clock E Monitor m HDMI E Sound system E Pointing Device User s Manual 9 3 A210 System start up When the computer does not start properly check the following items E Self Test mM Power Sources mM Power on Password Self test When the computer starts up the self test will be run automatically and the following will be displayed This screen image is one of the examples You may see the different screen image depending on the model you purchased Pen Ne MO Prane P A Ne Ot ne ee This message remains on the screen for a few seconds If the self test is successful the computer tries to load the operating system based around how the Boot Priority option is set within the computer s BIOS setup If any
72. e 4 Functions 8 Effects Snapshot Click to see a preview of the snapshot image you can also e mail the image Video Recording Click to prepare for recording Click again to start recording One more to stop recording and see preview of the video Audio Recording Click to start recording click again to stop and listen to a preview of the audio Functions Access additional functions About Player Effects Properties Settings and Help About Displays software manufacturer details Player Play video files Effects Choose images to be displayed on the capture screen Properties Choose from the Options tab to flip zoom flicker rate night mode and backlight compensation in the Image tab change the colour settings in the profile tab change the lighting conditions 4 4 User s Manual A210 Settings Choose from the Options tab to change the tool position the Picture tab to select picture output options such as size export file and saving location the Video tab to choose output settings such as Frame Rate Size Compression and the file save path the Audio tab to chnage the Audio Device Compression Volume and file save path Help Displays the help files for the software Using the internal modem This section describes how to setup the modem and use it to connect to other computer systems Refer to the computer s online help files and the online help files for your modem software for more information 1
73. e make sure the computer is in boot mode then 1 Be sure the power is off and all cables are disconnected from the computer Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on You can damage the computer and the module 2 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery and loosen the screw securing the memory module socket cover 3 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off User s Manual 8 7 A210 4 Push the latches to the outside to release the module A spring will force one end of the module up 5 Grasp the module and pull it out Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems 4 li it Removing the memory module 6 Seat the cover and secure its screw 7 Replace the battery Additional battery pack You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs If you re away from an AC power source and your battery runs low you can replace it with a freshly charged battery See Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Additional AC adapter If you frequently carry the computer to different sites such as your home and office having an AC adapter at each location reduces the weight and bulk of your load 8 8 User s Manual A2
74. e inclusion of up to 100 000 simple logic gates on a single chip 2 An integrated circuit that uses large scale integration megabyte MB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes See also kilobyte mode A method of operation for example the boot mode Sleep mode or the hibernation mode modem Derived from modulator demodulator a device that converts modulates digital data for transmission over telephone lines and then converts modulated data demodulates to digital format where received monitor A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or graphic images See also CRT Glossary 6 User s Manual A210 MP3 An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files N numeric keypad overlay A feature that allows you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry or to control cursor and page movement O operating system A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer Operating system functions include interpreting programs creating data files and controlling the transmission and receipt input output of data to and from memory and peripheral devices output The results of a computer operation Output commonly indicates data 1 printed on paper 2 displayed at a terminal 3 sent through the serial port of internal modem or 4 stored on some magnetic media P pa
75. e strain on your eyes 10 4 User s Manual A210 Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Dimensions 362mm W x 267 8mm D x 39 3mm H Max lt lt _ 267 8 gt MINN oc User s Manual A 1 A210 Weight Starting at 2 72kg 5 99lbs Weight may vary depending on product configuration vendor components manufacturing variability and options selected Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5 C to 35 C 20 to 80 Non operating 20 C to 65 C Conditions Altitude from sea level Operating 30 to 10 000 feet Non operating 30 to 40 000 feet Built in Modem Network control unit NCU Type of NCU AA Type of line Telephone line analog only Type of dialling Pulse Tone Control command AT commands EIA 578 commands Monitor function Computer s speaker Communication specifications Communication Data Full duplex System Fax Half duplex A 2 User s Manual A210 Communication Protocol Communication Speed Error correcting Data compression Data ITU T Rec V 21 V 22 V 22bis V 32 Former CCITT V 32bis V 34 V 90 V 92 only for USA and Canada Bell 103 212A Fax ITU T Rec V 17 V 29 V 27ter V 21 Former CCITT ch2 Data
76. ed Receives infrared signals from various peripherals The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased The Multiple Digital Media Card Slot allows you to use media cards from digital still cameras and various forms of portable information equipment The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased 2 2 User s Manual A210 enables connection of a three conductive type Q Microphone Jack The standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack mini jack for a monaural microphone CY Headphone Jack The headphone jack lets you connect stereo io headphones or other audio output devices such as external speakers Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers Volume Control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo speakers or headphones Right side The following figure shows the computer s right side 1 Universal Serial Bus USB Ports 5 Eject Button 2 Modem Jack 6 Emergency Eject Hole 3 Optical Disc Drive 7 DCIN Jack 4 Optical Disc Drive LED 8 Security Lock The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased The right side of the computer Univesal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 and 1 1 oe USB Ports compatible port enables USB equipped devices such as keyboards mice hard drives scanners and printers to be connected to the computer Modem J
77. ed DVD R double layer at maximum 4x speed DVD R dual layer at maximum 4x speed and DVD RAM at maximum 5x speed This drive supports the same formats as the CD RW DVD ROM drive plus the following mM DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R E DVD RW DVD R E DVD RW DVD RAM amp DVD R double layer CD R E CD RW CD DA E CD Text DVD R dual layer Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode1 Mode2 CD ROMXA Mode2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA User s Manual 1 5 A210 HD DVD ROM drive Some models are equipped with a full size HD DVD ROM drive that reads HD DVD ROMs at maximum 1x speed DVD ROMs at maximum 8x speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24x speed It writes CD Rs at up to 16x speed CD RWs at up to 10x speed DVD Rs at maximum 4x speed DVD RWs at maximum 6x speed DVD RWs at maximum 4x speed DVD Rs at maximum 4x speed DVD R double layer at maximum 2 4x speed DVD R dual layer at maximum 2x speed and DVD RAM at maximum 3x speed This drive supports the following E HD DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD R E DVD RW DVD R E DVD RW DVD RAM amp DVD Video CD R E CD RW CD DA E CD Text DVD R dual layer DVD R double layer Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode1 Mode2 CD ROMXA Mode2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA 1 6 User s Manual A210 HD DVD R drive Some models are equipped with a full size HD DVD R drive that reads HD DVD ROMs at maximum 1x speed HD DVD Rs at maximum 1x speed
78. en close the lid 5 Click the Save Changes button Data save in Hibernation Mode When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode the computer takes a moment to save the current data in memory to the hard disk drive During this time the Hard Disk Drive indicator will glow After you turn off the computer and the content of memory has been saved to the hard disk drive turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge User s Manual 3 7 A210 Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the computer for example if E You change certain computer settings E An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands If you need to restart the computer there are three ways this can be achieved 1 Click Start then click the arrow button in the power management buttons and select Restart from the menu 2 Press Ctrl Alt Del to display the menu window then select Restart from the Shutdown options 3 Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds Once the computer has turned itself off wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button System Recovery Options About 1 5GB hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options This partition stores files which c
79. ent environmental damage Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent short circuits which could cause the battery pack to ignite or rupture Use only battery packs recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements Always make sure the battery pack is installed correctly and securely Otherwise a battery pack could fall out and possibly cause injury Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 30 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened 6 6 User s Manual A210 6 Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power If the battery pack or real time clock battery discharge completely Sleep Mode will not function and data in memory will be lost and the computer might register an incorrect time and date In this case connect the AC adapter to recharge the batteries 7 Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adapter Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode as data will be lost Note 1 Never remove the battery pack while the Wake up on LAN function is enabled Data will be lost Before you remove a battery pack disable the Wake up on LAN function 2 To ensure the battery pack maintains maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power once a week until the battery pack is fully discharged Refer to the sec
80. er In such case follow the steps below 1 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the power automatically shuts off 2 Plug in the AC adapter 3 Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows blue depending the model you purchased Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity Leaving the AC adapter connected will shorten battery life At least once a week run the computer on battery power until the battery is fully discharged then recharge the battery 6 8 User s Manual A210 Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods Clicking the battery icon on the task bar Via the Battery Stats in the Windows Mobility Center Window You should wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time This is because the computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and then calculate the remaining operating time based on this together with the current power consumption Please be aware that the actual remaining operation time may differ Slightly from the calculated time With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease In view of this it will be noted that an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged
81. er edge HD DVD read HD DVD R write HD DVD R DL write 1 speed maximum 1 speed maximum 1 speed maximum DVD read 8 speed maximum DVD R write 4 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum DVD R write 4 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum DVD RAM write 3 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 16 speed maximum CD RW write 10 speed maximum ultra speed media DVD R DL write 2 4 speed maximum DVD R DL write 2 speed maximum User s Manual 2 13 A210 This drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 4x speed or faster DVD R and DVD R with Single Layer 4x speed or faster DVD RW and DVD RW 3x speed DVD RAM or ultra speed or faster CD RW AC adapter The AC adapter converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz enabling you to use the computer in almost any country region To recharge the battery simply connect the AC adapter to a power source and the computer See Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for details The AC adapter 2 pin plug The AC adapter 3 pin plug Use of the wrong adapter could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC Please use only the AC Adapter supplied with the computer or an A
82. er of the drawer to close it Press gently until it locks in place If the disc is not seated properly when the drawer is closed it might be damaged Also the drawer might not open fully when you press the eject button Closing the drive drawer 4 14 User s Manual A210 Removing compact discs To remove the disc follow the steps below HN Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the disc drive Wait for the optical disc indicator to go out before you open the drawer Also if the disc is spinning when you open it wait for it to stop before you remove it 1 To pop the drawer partially open press the eject button Gently pull the drawer out until it is fully opened E When the drawer pops open slightly wait a moment to make sure the disc has stopped spinning before pulling the drawer fully open E Turn off the power before you use the eject hole If the disc is spinning when you open the drawer it could fly off the spindle and cause injury 2 The disc extends slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can grasp it Hold it gently and lift it out Removing a disc 3 Push the center of the drawer to close it Press gently until it locks into place User s Manual 4 15 A210 Buttons The Internet button and the CD DVD button can be assigned other functions by Button Support Utility 1 Move mouse cursor and reach the top of desktop screen The back cards and whi
83. er that appears on its display screen is presented in the type face you see to the left eS ABC Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below JN Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or gt failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment o Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of J your equipment Terminology This term is defined in this document as follows Start The word Start refers to the button in Microsoft Windows Vista User s Manual xvii A210 Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer Save the box and packing materials for future use Check to make sure you have all the following items Hardware M A210 Portable Personal Computer E Universal AC Adapter and Power Cord E Modular cable for modem provided with some models Software E The following software is pre installed on your hard disk Microsoft Windows Vista DVD Video Player TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA Direct Disc Writer TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format Utility TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA Value Added Package Utility TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility Ulead DVD MovieFactory Online Manual E Product Recovery disc provided with some models JN The system may no
84. etween environments with very different temperature and or humidity ranges condensation may form on or within the computer To avoid damaging the computer allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the computer When you disconnect a cable pull on its connector or on its strain relief loop not on the cable itself As you pull out the connector keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins Also before you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned Before you clean your computer turn if off unplug it from its power source and remove the battery Handle components with care Hold a component such as a memory module by its edges not its pins When using telephone equipment in conjunction with your computer basic Safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub washing bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Use only the power cord indicated in this manual Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of use
85. f successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance Network Compatibility Statement This product is designed to work with and is compatible with the following networks It has been tested to and found to confirm with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121 Germany ATAAB ANOO5 ANOO6 ANOO7 ANOO9 ANO10 and DEO3 04 05 08 09 12 14 17 Greece ATAAB ANOO5 ANOO6 and GR01 02 03 04 Portugal ATAAB ANO01 005 006 007 011 and P03 04 08 10 Spain ATAAB ANOO5 007 012 and ES01 Switzerland ATAAB AN002 Norway ATAAB AN002 005 007 and NO 01 02 All other countries ATAAB ANOO3 004 regions Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details The hookflash timed break register recall function is subject to separate national type approvals It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given viii User s Manual A210 General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be cert
86. f the battery pack 4 Never puncture the battery pack with a nail or other sharp object Never strike it with a hammer or other object Never step on it 5 Never try to charge the battery pack in any manner other than that described in the user s manual Never connect the battery pack to a plug socket or to an automobile s cigarette lighter socket It may rupture or ignite 6 Use only the battery pack supplied with the computer or other device or an battery pack approved by the computer or device s manufacturer Battery packs have different voltages and terminal polarities Use of an improper battery could cause smoke fire or rupture of the battery pack 7 Never subject a battery pack to heat such as storage near a heat source Exposure to heat can cause the battery pack to ignite explode or leak caustic liquid and cause death or serious injury It could also fail or malfunction causing data loss User s Manual 6 5 A210 8 Never expose the battery pack to abnormal shock vibration or pressure The battery pack s internal protective device will fail causing it to overheat explode ignite or leak caustic liquids possibly resulting in death or serious injury Never let a battery pack become wet A wet battery pack will overheat ignite or rupture possibly resulting in death or serious injury Warning 1 Never allow caustic electrolyte fluid leaked from a battery pack to contact your eyes skin or clothi
87. figuration Sound system Headphone jack Microphone jack 15 pin analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B compatible functions The computer has four Universal Serial Bus USB ports that comply with the USB 2 0 standard which enables data transfer speeds more than 40 times faster than USB 1 1 which this computer also supports This port enables high speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras High Definition Multimedia Interface allows the connection of other High Definition Devices such as Televisions and DVD Players Infrared port for devices such as a remote control The 4 pin S Video port is compatible with PAL or NTSC TV standard supporting Macrovision 7 02 copy protection Record Send still or video images with this integrated Web Camera The integrated Windows compatible sound system provides support for internal speakers as well as jacks for an external microphone and headphones A standard 3 5mm stereo jack is provided for the connection of external headphones or speakers A standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of monaural microphone input 1 8 User s Manual A210 Communications depending on configuration Modem LAN Wireless LAN Bluetooth Security Security Lock Slot An internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication It supports the V 90 or V 92 standards depending on the region and provides a
88. function cannot be used with WEP TKIP Draft 11n mode can be used only with WPA PSK AES mode or no security mode Network It may not be possible to make a network connection to a specified network name using the ad hoc network function If this occurs the new network will have to be configured for all computers connected to the same network in order to re enable network connections Please be sure to use new network name Security 1 TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you enable encryption function otherwise your computer could be left open to illicit access via the wireless LAN connection which may result in an intrusion that can lead to the theft or loss of stored data among other things In addition the owner of an Internet connection is responsible for all browsing downloading and uploading activities on that connection Therefore an unsecured wireless network connected directly to the Internet is an open invitation for outsiders to abuse your ISP account and privileges 2 TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping on your data due to the use of the wireless LAN connection and any damage that may occur thereof User s Manual A210 Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as desktop computers printers and mobile phones Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio
89. h America Caribbean Russia Indian Subcontinent Africa North Korea Mongolia China This section describes the types of writable discs Check the specifications for your drive to Creator to write CDs for the type of discs it can write Use TOSHIBA Disc compact discs Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics E CD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed E CD RW discs can be recorded more than once Use either 1x 2x or 4x multi speed CD RW discs or high speed 4x to 10x discs The write speed of ultra speed CD RW discs is a maximum of 24x speed User s Manual 2 11 A210 DVDs mM DVD R and DVD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed E DVD RW DVD RW and DVD RAM discs can be recorded more than once DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer The full size DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer module lets you record data to rewritable discs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 discs without using an adapter 1 The read speed is slower at the centre of a disc and faster at the other edge DVD read 8 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD RW write 6 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD RW write 8 speed maximum DVD RAM write 5 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 24 speed maximum CD RW write 16 speed maximum ultra speed media DVD R DL write 4 speed
90. h you use User s Manual B 1 A210 Displaying movies on a TV or CRT This section describes how to set up your system to display movies simultaneously on your computer s LCD and on an external TV or CRT monitor To connect a television follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer off 2 Use a video cable not supplied to connect the television to the video out port 3 Turn the television or CRT on 4 Turn the computer on You can use the hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display device Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard If a television is connected to the computer set the TV type in Display Properties Follow the steps below based on the configuration of your computer For ATI Radeon X1200 and ATI Mobility Radeon HD2400 HD2600 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Personalization 2 Choose Display Settings to change resolution and colors ff nee Display Settings Es Monitor Drag the icons to match your monitors Identify Monitors 1 Generic PnP Monitor on ATI Radeon X1200 X Resolution Colors Low High Highest G2 bit 1280 by 800 pixels How do I get the best display Advanced Settings 3 Click Start and All Programs 4 Click Catalyst Control Center 5 Select CCC B 2 User s Manual A210 6 In Catalyst Control Center window setup your television or CRT and Notebook displays Graphics Settings Te bien Gots Displays Ma
91. he display screen With the overlay off 1 Hold Alt Fn 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt Fn and the ASCII character appears on the display screen 5 6 User s Manual A210 Power and Power Up Modes Chapter 6 The computer s power resources include the AC adapter and internal batteries This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries tips for saving battery power and power up modes Power conditions The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions whether an AC adapter is connected whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for the battery Power on Power off no operation AC adapter Battery fully e Operates e No charge connected charged No charge e LED Battery blue e LED Battery blue DC IN blue DC IN blue Battery partially Operates e Charge charged e Charge LED Battery Amber e LED Battery Amber DC IN blue DC IN blue No battery e Operates e No charge cic orno e No charge LED Battery off eee LED Battery off DC IN blue DC IN blue User s Manual 6 1 A210 Power on Power off no operation AC adapter Battery capacity Operates not is above low LED Battery off connected battery trigger point DC IN off Battery capacity Operates is below low Alarm soun
92. he function keys not to be confused with Fn are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard These keys are dark gray but function differently from the other dark gray keys F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer See the section Soft keys Fn key combinations in this chapter The function executed by individual keys depends on the software you are using Soft keys Fn key combinations The Fn function is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys Soft keys are key combinations that enable disable or configure specific features Some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations Soft key settings are not restored by the Sleep feature Emulation keys Your software may require you to use keys that the keyboard does not have Pressing the Fn key and one of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboard s functions J Ea o E eee ee Press Fn F10 or Fn F11 to access the integrated keypad When activated the gray keys with white numbers become numeric keypad keys Fn F11 or cursor control keys Fn F10 Refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys The power on default for both settings is off ah Fa E E Pres
93. hen you start the computer E Not Registered Click to delete a registered password Before you can delete a password you must first enter the current password correctly E Owner String text box You can use this box to associate text with the password After you enter text click Apply or OK then each time the computer is switched on this text will be displayed along with the prompt for the password Supervisor password If you set a supervisor password some functions will be restricted when a user logs on with the user password To set a supervisor password TOSHIBA Assist gt SECURE gt Supervisor password This utility lets you do the following E Register or delete the supervisor password E Specify restrictions for general users Starting the computer by password 1 If you have registered a password enter it when prompted The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in boot mode not in Hibernation or Sleep mode To enter a password manually follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3 Getting Started The following message will appear in the LCD Enter Password xxxxxxxx At this point the hotkeys Fn F1 to F9 do not work They will function after you enter the password 2 Enter the Password User s Manual 6 13 A210 i 3 Press Enter If you enter the password incorrectly three consecutive times the computer shuts down You must turn
94. here is a possibility that the original data will be damaged There is a particular risk that some frames will be deleted in the case of digital video transfer E Do not transfer data in areas where static electricity is easily generated or in areas subjected to electronic noise Data can be destroyed E If you are transferring data through an IEEE1394a hub do not connect or disconnect other devices from the hub during data transfer There is a likelihood that data will be damaged Connect all devices to the hub before you turn on the computer s power Connecting 1 Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i LINK IEEE1394a cable into the computer 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the device Note the following when you use i LINK E You may need to install drivers for your i LINK devices E Notall i LINK devices have been tested Therefore compatibility with all i LINK devices cannot be guaranteed mM Use 100 S200 or S400 cables no longer than three meters mM Some devices might not support Sleep or automatic off functions E Do not connect or disconnect an i LINK device while it is using an application or when the computer is automatically shutting it down to save power Data might be destroyed Disconnecting 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 2 Point to i LINK IEEE1394a device and click 3 Disconnect the cable from the computer then from the i LINK device VAX A Refer als
95. hysical contact with the computer for a long time for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest your skin might suffer a low heat injury If the computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the material could become damaged Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer s components or otherwise cause it to malfunction Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way but itis recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Be sure to read it before using the computer User s Manual A210 Table Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 of Contents
96. icons to match your monitors Identify Monitors 1 Generic PnP Monitor on ATI Radeon X1200 X This is my main monitor Extend the desktop onto this monitor Resolution Colors Low High Highest 32 bit v 1280 by 800 pixels How do I get the best display Advanced Settings Ca Click Start and All Programs Click Catalyst Control Center Select CCC In Catalyst Control Center window setup your television or CRT and Notebook displays O 1 PO a Cu amp Proies Gap Prterences Qi Graphics Settings Welcome H Bc che E Displays Manager Displays Manager WA Display Options Graphics Adapter 1 ATI Radeon X1200 Defaut LCD KM 718 x g Monitor Properties 1 Notebook Panel Prope Desktop and Display Setup Main Clone wa 2 ia To make changes drag or right click the display icons Detect Displays ra 5 m Selected Display on ATI Radeon X1200 Default LCD KM 718 Clone Desktop area Color quality Refresh rate ZE Hoh r feo z Rotation Standard Landscape 0 7 Force The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased 8 10 User s Manual A210 HDMI i J A HDMI monitor can be connected to the HDMI out put on the computer To connect monitor follow the steps as detailed below As the port operation of all HDMI High Definit
97. ify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is no input from the keyboard or pointing device for a specified time period Power is restored when any key is pressed or when there is input from a pointing device You can specify the time period in the Power Options This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time period Power is restored when the hard disk is accessed You can specify the time period in the Power Options This feature automatically places the system into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time period You can specify the time period and select either System Sleep or System Hibernate in the Power Options 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 Two levels of password security are available Supervisor and User which can prevent unauthorized access to your computer This feature lets you save battery power You can specify the level of system power management in the Power Options A specific hot key function locks the system providing data security This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it bac
98. ility of this function depends on the model you purchased Press this button to begin playing an audio CD a DVD movie or digital audio files This button also acts as a Pause button The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Stops playing the CD DVD or digital audio The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased User s Manual 2 9 A210 aq Previous Button gt i Next Button Web Camera Power LED Web Camera Microphone Skips backwards to the previous track chapter or digital file Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Skips forward to the next track chapter or digital file Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Web Camera Power LED indicates Web Camera is working or not The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Take your picture or send your image to web contacts The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased The Microphone is used with the Web Camera to talk to other Web Camera users and to record messages on windows media The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased z If Random or Shuffle is selected in Windows Media Player selecting Next T or Previous advances to a
99. in recording your actual data E CD recorder JPEG functions DVD Audio mini DVD and Video CD functions are not supported in this version Hm While recording video to DVD or tape please close all other programs E Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy load on the CPU E Do not support MP3 decode and encode User s Manual 4 25 A210 2 Before recording the video to DVD When you record to DVD disc please use only discs recommended by the Drive manufacturer Do not set the working drive to a slow device like a USB 1 1 hard disk drive or it will fail to write DVD Do not perform any of the following actions E Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or TouchPad Dual Mode Pad or closing opening the LCD panel E Bump or cause vibration to the computer E Use the Mode control button and Audio Video control button to reproduce music or voice HM Open the DVD drive E Install remove or connect external devices including the following E SD card USB devices external display i LINK devices optical digital devices Please verify your disc after recording important data DVD R R RW disc cannot be written in VR format Not support to output VCD or SVCD format 3 About Straight to Disc Not support to record on DVD R R disc Not support to record DVD VR format by HDV HDV support to burn DVD Video only DVD VR format not support to add Menu
100. indows as it might result in that card not being able to be used with some peripheral devices The Logo of SD memory card is Sw The Logo of SDHC memory card is The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way Do not try to force the card into the slot Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo and the Memory Stick adaptor are not compatible with the Multiple Digital Media Card slot Do not insert Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo into the slot Data may be lost or damaged if you use any card other than those supported For more details on using memory cards see manuals accompanying the cards User s Manual 8 3 A210 Installing a memory card To install a memory card 1 Insert the memory card 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection T E The multiple digital media card slot only accepts one type of card at a J time Do not attempt to install more than one card as you risk damaging either the cards themselves or the computer Removing a memory card To remove a memory card follow the steps below 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Taskbar 2 Select a device then click the Stop button A confirmation dialog may appear depending on how the device is registered with the system if so confirm that you want to remove the device 3 Gently press the memory card inside the socket to eject it 4 Grasp the card and remove it Removing a memory card 8 4 User s Manual A210 A E Make
101. ing User s Manual 4 1 A210 Il Do not press on the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad too hard or press a sharp object such as a ball point pen against it The TouchPad Dual Mode Pad could be damaged The TouchPad Dual Mode Pad has similar functions to a two button mouse with a scroll wheel For some functions you can tap it instead of pressing a button You can customize pointing device actions in Mouse Properties Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter to open the Mouse Properties window Click Click the left control button or tap the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad once Double click Click the left control button twice or tap the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad twice Scroll Vertical Move your finger up or down the right edge of the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad Horizontal Move your finger left or right along the bottom edge of the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad Dual Mode Pad Button function Dual Mode Pad is provided with some models t Ss AIMS X Mail Button ConfigFree Windows Photo Gallery a ce 5 Switch Button DX TOSHIBA Volume Application Buttons Dual Mode Pad Button Switch button To switch between Cursor Mode and Button Mode When you switch to Button Mode the pad blinks blue Volume Increases or decreases the volume of speaker and headphone Mail button Starts your mail box for you to receive and send mails 4 2 User s Manual A210 ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of
102. ing or rewriting E Change users in the Windows Vista operating system E Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or TouchPad Dual Mode Pad or closing opening the LCD panel E Start a communication application such as a modem E Apply impact or vibration to the computer E Install remove or connect external devices such as USB devices an external display i Link devices or optical digital devices E Use the audio video control button to reproduce music or voice E Open the drive E Do not use shut down log off and Sleep Hibernation while writing or rewriting E Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into Sleep hibernation Writing is completed if you can open the drive tray E Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand E Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer H Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the CD Do not use cut and paste as the original data will be lost if there is a write error How to make a Labelflash DVD Simplified steps for making a Labelflash DVD 1 Insert a Labelflash disc in DVD drive Set printable surface for underside 2 Click Start gt All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory 3 Click
103. ing supplied and the computer is turned on Power indicator is located inside of the Power Button depending the model you purchased and in the front of the computer Blinking Amber Indicates power is being supplied to the computer while the computer is in Sleep mode No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery Battery types The computer has two types of batteries E Battery pack E Real Time Clock RTC battery Battery pack When the AC adapter is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source The battery is a disposable item When its operation becomes short even when fully charged replace it with a new one User s Manual 6 3 A210 E The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode In this mode data is stored in memory so if the computer loses power it will be lost E Battery type depending on the model you purchased 3 cell PA3533U 1BRS PA3533U 1BAS 6 cell PA3534U 1BRS PA3534U 1BAS 9 cell PA3535U 1BRS PA3535U 1BAS
104. ion Multimedia Interface monitors has not be confirmed some HDMI monitors may not function properly 1 Click Start and click All Programs 2 Click Catalyst Control Center 3 Select CCC 4 If you find Catalyst Control Center Basic View select Advanced then click next 5 At Catalyst Control Center windows select Displays Manager from left select panel 6 Click Desktop Area and Refresh Rate to select the one of below format which is supported on this platform Country Region Signal Format Any 1080i HDTV Any 720p HDTV Any 576p EDTV Any 480p EDTV Lists the actual Signal Formats supported by the HDMI monitor you are using 7 Click Apply button Above operation is the way to select Desktop Area and Refresh Rate format directly The resolution also can be selected on Display Manager Tab User s Manual 8 11 A210 Connecting the HDMI out port 1 Plug one end of the HDMI out cable into the HDMI out port of the HDMI device 2 Plug one end of the HDMI out cable into the HDMI out port on your computer HDMI out port Connecting the HDMI out port Settings for display video on HDMI To view video on the HDMI device be sure to configure the following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed End user refer page 8 9 and Appendix B 4 for more detail to out put HDMI device a E Be sure to use the FN F5 HotKey to select the display device before l starting to play vi
105. ion in the Control Panel the change may not take effect 2 The Region Selection icon appears on the Windows Task Bar ha Organ IE 5 17PM The Region Selection icon 3 Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports A sub menu for telephony location information will also be displayed A check will appear next to the currently selected region and telephony location 4 Select a region from the region menu or a telephony location from the submenu E When you click a region it becomes the modem s region selection and the New Location for telephony will be set automatically Mm When you select a telephony location the corresponding region is automatically selected and it becomes the modem s current region setting Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display the following menu Setting Modem Selection About Exit Dialing Properties The properties menu 4 6 User s Manual A210 Settings You can enable or disable the following settings AutoRun Mode Region Select Utility starts automatically when you start up the operating system Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you select the region Location list for region selection A submenu appears displaying location information for telephony Open dialog box if the modem
106. is time interval Check the error control setting in your communications application User s Manual 9 13 A210 Problem Procedure Character display In data transmission make sure the parity bit and becomes garbled stop bit settings correspond with those of the during a remote computer communication Check the flow control and communication protocol You cannot receive an Check the rings before auto answer setting in incoming call your communications application If problems persist contact your dealer DVD Super Multi drive supporting double layer disc recording For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure You cannot access a Make sure the drive s drawer is securely closed disc in the drive Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drawer and make sure the disc is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the drawer could block laser light from reading the disc Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the disc is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner See the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning 9 14 User s Manual A210 Problem Procedure Some discs run The software or hardware configuration may be correctly but others causing a problem Make sure the hardware do not configuration matches your software s need
107. it GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configuration applications power management settings and features utilized GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode Wireless LAN The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations 54Mbps is the theoretical maximum speed under the IEEE802 11 a b g standard The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Non applicable Icons Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Therefore please be aware that your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis User s Manual 10 3 A210 Copy Protection Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media Images All images are simulated for purposes of illustration LCD Brightness and Eye Strain Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possibl
108. k on when the panel is opened You can specify the setting in the Power Options User s Manual A210 Low Battery Automatic Hibernation Hibernation Sleep When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued the system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down You can specify the setting in the Power Options 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 on the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for details In Sleep Mode power to the system remains on but the processor and all other devices are effectively in sleep mode When the computer is in Sleep Mode the Power LED flashes amber The computer enters Sleep Mode regardless of the Hibernate Mode setting Refer to the Turning on the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for details E Before entering Sleep mode be sure to save your data E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep mode The computer or the module could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode Data in memory will be lost TOSHIBA Value Added Package This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre installed on the computer TOSHIBA Power S
109. laimer regarding LCD please refer to Chapter 10 Disclaimers Graphics controller Mobile AMD ATI Radeon X1200 ATI Mobility Radeon HD2400 ATI Mobility Radeon HD2600 Graphics Controller depending on the model purchased The graphics controller maximizes display performance Refer to Display Modes section in Appendix B for more information Disclaimer Graphics Processor Unit GPU For more information on the Disclaimer regarding Graphic Processor Unit GPU please refer to Chapter 10 Disclaimers Drives Fixed hard disk drive Depending on the model you purchased 9 5mm 2 5 hard disk drive 60 80 100 120 160 200 GB 12 5mm 2 5 hard disk drive 160 200 250 300 GB Serial ATA 2 5 1 4 User s Manual A210 Disclaimer HDD Drive Capacity For more information on the Disclaimer regarding HDD Drive Capacity please refer to Chapter 10 Disclaimers DVD Super Multi Some models are equipped with a full size DVD drive supporting Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer R Double Layer module with dual layer support 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 adapter It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8x speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24x speed It writes CD Rs at up to 24x speed CD RWs at up to 16x speed DVD Rs at maximum 8x speed DVD RWs at maximum 6x speed DVD RWs at maximum 8x speed DVD Rs at maximum 8x spe
110. le socket to increase the amount of RAM This section describes how to install and remove a memory module E Before you install or remove a memory module turn off the computer with the Shut Down option in the Windows Start menu If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode data will be lost Some memory modules can be physically installed but are not compatible with the computer In this case the computer will issue a warning CAUTION If you want to upgrade system memory you should only use certified modules Ask your vendor or check the TOSHIBA web site for a list of approved memory products User s Manual 8 5 A210 T Insert the two memory modules of the same specifications and capacity Jl into Slot A Upper and Slot B Bottom respectively The computer will operate in dual channel mode You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual channel Installing Memory on Bottom Side If you use the computer for a long time the memory modules will become hot In this case let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them Follow these steps to install a memory module 1 Set the computer to boot mode and turn off the power JN Do not try to install a memory module under the following conditions You can damage the computer and the module a The computer is turned on b The computer was shut down using the Stand by mode
111. lowing conditions E use of certain external peripheral products E use of battery power instead of AC power E use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications E use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections E use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications E use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously E use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or gt 3 280 feet above sea level E use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 30 C 41 F to 86 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model please refer to your PC documentation or visit the Toshiba website at www pcsupport toshiba com for details CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shutdown This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions To avoid risk of lost data always make back up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium For optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions in your product documentation User s Manual 10
112. lumes of data The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD ROM A Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other high density files The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc Glossary 4 User s Manual A210 E execute To interpret and execute an instruction F floppy disk A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy disk drive FDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks folder An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders format The process of readying a blank disk for its first use Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 that tell the computer to perform certain functions G gigabyte GB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes See also megabyte graphics Drawings pictures or other images such as charts or graphs to present information H hard disk A non removable disk usually referred to as drive C The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing Also called fixed disk hard disk drive HDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk See also hard disk hertz A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per
113. modem jack for connection to a telephone line The speed of data and fax transfer depends on the analog telephone line conditions The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 Mbps 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 Mbps 100BASE TX or Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 Mbps 1000BASE T The computer has a built in wireless LAN mini card that is compatible with other LAN systems that support the following 802 11a b g n wireless LAN module 802 11a b g wireless LAN module 802 11b g wireless LAN module It has a Frequency Channel Selection 2 4 or 5 GHz and allows roaming over multiple channels Bluetooth is a short range wireless technology used to create PANs Personal Area Networks among your devices and with other nearby devices like mobile computers mobile phones and digital cameras Power on password protection Two level password architecture Receives an optional security lock in order to anchor the computer to a desk or other large heavy object User s Manual 1 9 A210 Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use TOSHIBA Value Added Package Display Automatic Power off Hard Disk Drive Automatic Power Off System Automatic Sleep Hibernation Keypad Overlay Power on Password Battery Save Mode Instant Security Panel Power Off On Key combinations that let you quickly mod
114. n stored in ROM S SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices soft key Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard change some configuration options stop program execution and access the numeric keypad overlay stop bit One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications system disk A disk that has been formatted with an operating system For MS DOS the operating system is contained in two hidden files and the COMMAND COM file You can boot a computer using a system disk Also called an operating system disk T terminal A typewriter like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input output TFT display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology with thin film transistor TFT to drive each cell TouchPad Dual Mode Pad A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest U Universal Serial Bus This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer Glossary 8 User s Manual A210 V VGA Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software W warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off write protection A
115. n the Support amp Downloads menu and choose the Stolen Units Database option Your entries are used to track your computer at our service points User s Manual D 1 A210 TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr 2 93055 Regensburg Germany Fax number 49 0 941 7807 921 Country stolen Machine type e g A210 Model number Serial number Date stolen Year Month HTH L0 Owner s details Last name first name Company Street Postal Code City Country Phone Fax Day L D 2 User s Manual A210 Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AC alternating current AGP accelerated graphics port BIOS basic input output system CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc Read Write CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DC direct current DDC display data channel DMA direct memory access DOS disk operating system DVD digital versatile disc ECP extended capabilities port FDD floppy disk drive HDD hard disk drive IDE integrated drive electronics VO input output IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LCD liquid crystal display LED light emitting diode LSI large scale integration MS DOS Microsoft Disk Operating System
116. n to reproduce music or voice E Open the drive E Do not use shut down log off and Sleep Hibernation while writing or rewriting E Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into Sleep hibernation Writing is completed if you can open the drive tray E Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand E Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer H Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the CD Do not use cut and paste as the original data will be lost if there is a write error Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA How to make a DVD Video Simplified steps for making a DVD Video from video data captured from a DV Camcorder 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory 2 Insert a DVD RW or DVD RW disc in Burner 3 Click Video Disc gt Burn Video to Disc to launch Direct Recording dialog box choose DVD Video VR to invoke Straight Capture to Disc Page 4 Choose DVD Video format Confirm the capture source is DV 6 Press Capture button a 4 24 User s Manual A210 Simplified steps for making a DVD Video from adding a video source 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA gt Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TO
117. n vents help prevent the CPU from overheating 2 4 User s Manual A210 E gt TV Out Port LAN Jack Universal Serial Bus s USB Ports Express Card Slot for Cardbus Card Slot Hom HDMI V1 2 Port i LINK IEEE1394a E s400 Port To prevent possible over heating of the CPU never block the fan vent Connect a 4 pin S video cable into this connector in order to output either an NTSC or PAL television signal The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adapter has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 Mbps 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 Mbps 100BASE TX and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 1000 Mbps 1000BASE T Two indicators built into the jack let you see the LAN status The Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 and 1 1 compatible port enables USB equipped devices such as keyboards mice hard drives scanners and printers to be connected to the computer This slot allows you to insert an Express Card An Express Card module is a small modular add in card technology based on PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus USB interface The max transmission rate at 2 5Gbps Both 34mn type and 54mm type are supported The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Allows transfer High Definition Audio Video format to a compatible device The availability of this function depends on the model you
118. n which it is used All cords must meet the following specifications Length Minimum 1 7 meters Wire size Minimum 0 75 mm Current rating Minimum 2 5 amperes Voltage rating 125 or 250 VAC depending on country region s power standards Certification agencies U S and Canada UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 Australia AS Europe Austria OVE Italy IMQ Belgium CEBEC The KEMA Netherlands Denmark DEMKO Norway NEMKO Finland FIMKO Sweden SEMKO France LCIE Switzerland SEV Germany VDE United BSI Kingdom In Europe two conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVV F User s Manual C 1 A210 For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V and three pin plug coniguration must be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part Il The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U S A and Canada the United Kingdom Australia and Europe USA United Kingdom UL approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Canada China CSA approved CCC approved C 2 User s Manual A210 Appendix D If your computer is stolen i Always take care of your computer and try to prevent it from being
119. nager m Displays Manager EA Display Options Graphics Adapter TATI Radeon X1200 Defaut LCD KM 718 E Monitor Properties 1 BB Notebook Panel Prope j Desktop and Display Setup aS 3 Main Clone Color D va Th aro iim Attached displays curently disabled To make changes drag or right click the display icons Detect Displays Selected Display on ATI Radeon X1200 Defaut LCD KM 718 Clone Desktop area Color quality Refresh rate 1024x 76 z ihez x fem zl Rotation Standard Landscape 0 xl Force The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased Displaying movies on a HDMI Monitor This section describes how to set up your system to display movies a HDMI monitor To connect a HDMI monitor follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer off 2 Use a HDMI cable not supplied to connect the HDMI monitor to the HDMI out port on your computer 3 Turn the HDMI monitor on 4 Turn the computer on If a HDMI monitor is connected to the computer follow the steps below based on the configuration of your computer 1 Click Start and All Programs 2 Click Catalyst Control Center 3 Select CCC 4 In Catalyst Control Center window select Display manager from left select panel 5 You can see a HDMI monitor that connected in the list If not you can click Detect Monitor once 6 Drag HDMI monitor
120. nappropriate waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the environment and human health For more detailed information about recycling of this product P please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product This symbol may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased User s Manual A210 Optical Disc Drive Safety Instruction Your A210 computer is equipped with one of the following drives DVD Super Multi R DL drive HD DVD ROM drive or HD DVD R drive T T E The optical disc drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of I this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location E Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure The optical drive that is used in this computer is equipped with a laser device A classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the surface of the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT ADVERSEL USYNLIG CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSTRALING VED BNING LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT
121. necting the power cord to the AC adapter 2 Connect the DC output plug on the AC adapter to the DC IN input port on the back of the computer Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet The Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow J To disconnect AC adaptor you can follow the reversed procedure of Connecting AC adaptor Please hold the DC output plug portion by your fingers and then plug it out when you disconnect the DC output plug 3 2 User s Manual A210 Opening the display The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing 1 Slide the display latch on the front of the computer Opening the display 2 Lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle for you AN Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power J After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you have I set up the operating system Refer to the section Starting up for the first time in this chapter 1 Ifa USB floppy disk drive is connected make sure the drive is empty if a disk is in the drive press the eject button to remove it 2 Open the display panel 3 Press the computer s power button and then release it
122. ned to conserve battery power 2 8 User s Manual A210 o ke ADH gt il To prolong the life of your display screen use a screen saver when you re not using the computer and it is idle Left and Right Speakers TouchPad Dual Mode Pad TouchPad Control Buttons Power Button Internet Button CD DVD button Play Pause Button Stop The computer provides two speakers for stereo sound reproduction The TouchPad Dual Mode Pad pointing device is located in the centre of the palm rest and is used to control the on screen pointer Refer to the Using the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Control buttons below the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad let you select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on screen pointer Press the power button to turn the computer s power on and off There is an LED inside the power button which shines either blue depending on the model you purchased when the system is on Press this button to launch an Internet browser If the computer s power is off you can press this button to turn on the computer s power and launch the browser automatically in one step The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Pressing this button will launch an application program that allows for watching CD DVD An application that is launched differs by a model Windows Media Player DVD Video Player The availab
123. ng If caustic electrolyte fluid should contact your eyes immediately wash your eyes with large amounts of running water and seek medical attention to help prevent eye damage It electrolyte fluid should contact your skin immediately wash it under running water to prevent rash If it contacts your clothes promptly remove them to prevent the fluid from contacting your skin or eyes Immediately turn off the power disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery if any of the following events are observed in the battery pack offensive or unusual odor excessive heat discoloration or deformation Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA service provider It might generate smoke or fire or the battery pack might rupture Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack Improper installation could generate smoke or fire or cause the battery pack to rupture Keep the battery pack out or reach of infants and children It can cause injury Caution 1 Never continue to use a battery pack after its recharging capacity has become impaired or after the display of a warning message indicating that the battery pack s power is exhausted Continued use of an exhausted or impaired battery pack could cause the loss of data Never dispose of battery packs with normal trash Bring them to your TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling centre to save resources and prev
124. ns and procedures offered in this chapter are meant as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques Many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from your dealer If you find you need to consult your dealer or others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible User s Manual 9 1 A210 Preliminary checklist Consider the simplest solution first The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer This includes your printer and any other external device you are using Before you attach an external device turn the computer off When you turn the computer back on it recognizes the new device Make sure all options are set properly in the setup program Check all cables Are they correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause signal errors Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins Check that the optical disc drive is correctly inserted Make notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log This will help you describe your problems to your dealer If a problem recurs the log will help you identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the system gives clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning Keep the following questions in mind Which part of
125. o to the documentation that came with your i LINK device 8 14 User s Manual A210 Security lock A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the right side of the computer Security lock User s Manual 8 15 A210 8 16 User s Manual A210 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability However should problems occur following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause All readers should become familiar with this chapter Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring Problem solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines E Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists Further action may result in data loss or damage You may destroy valuable problem related information that can help solve the problem M Observe what is happening Write down what the system is doing and what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using PRTSC E isolate the problem Using the tools available to you such as the troubleshooting tips in this chapter try to discover the specific actions that caused the problem The questio
126. oller PCI8402 10M 100M LAN Controller RTL8101E User s Manual 1 1 A210 Il Memory The graphics system in your computer may use part of the main system memory for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of system memory available for other computing activities The amount of system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors Slot Video RAM BIOS Two DDRII SO DIMM memory modules can be installed in the 2 memory slots for a maximum of 4GB of system memory The system memory size is depending on the model you purchased Depending on the model you purchased Integrated Video Memory in Gfx by ATI Radeon X1200 up to 831MB shared with main memory for more than 1GB main memory ATI Mobility Radeon HD2400 128MB VRAM ATI Mobility Radeon HD2600 256MB VRAM 1MB Flash ROM for system BIOS Suspend to memory or hard disk drive Various Hotkey functions for system control Complete ACPI 1 0b functionality User s Manual A210 Power Battery Pack 3 cell Lithium lon smart battery pack with 10 8V 2000mAh 6 cell Lithium lon smart battery pack with 10 8V 4000mAh 9 cell Lithium lon smart battery pack with 10 8V 6000mAh Approximately 12 hours or longer charging time to 100 battery capacity with system switched on Approximately 4 hours charge time to 100 battery capacity with sy
127. ommunication networks To start ConfigFree click the Start Button point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Networking and click ConfigFree You can create discs in several formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard stereo CD player and data discs to store the files and folders on your hard disk drive This software can be used on a model with a CD RW DVD ROM drive DVD Super Multi drive or HD DVD drive TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility has the function of Physical Format and Write Protect to DVD RAM This utility is contained the setup module of TOSHIBA Disc Creator You can boot TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility from the menu bar as follows Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt DVD RAM Utility This program lets you customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with your computer and the peripherals you use To access this utility click Start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click HWSetup This utility allows you to configure the read speed of CD drive You can either configure Normal Mode which operates the drive at its maximum speed for quick data access or Quiet Mode whcih runs at single speed for CD audio and which can lessen operational noise It is ineffective in DVD You can edit digital video and make a DVD Video and support Labelflash function The availability of Labelflash function depends on the model you
128. only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited When Using Your Computer Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body With extended operation heat can potentially build up in the base Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause discomfort or eventually a burn Do not attempt to service the computer yourself Always follow installation instructions closely Do not carry a battery in your pocket purse or other container where metal objects such as car keys could short circuit the battery terminals The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in damage from burns Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter s power cable and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area such as a desk top or on the floor when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling also do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for use with this computer Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may risk fire or explosion If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter ensure that the total ampere rating of the products that are plugge
129. pe of battery packs RTC battery Approximately 1 month The availability of this battery is dependent on the model you purchased Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack E If you have extra battery packs rotate their use E Ifyou will not be using the system for an extended period remove the battery pack E Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Replacing the battery pack When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one If the Battery indicator flashes amber shortly after the battery has been fully recharged the battery pack needs to be replaced You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack Removing the battery pack To replace a discharged battery pack follow the steps below JN When handling battery packs be careful not to short circuit the terminals Also do not drop hit or otherwise apply impact do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode as data in memory will be lost Save your work Turn the computer s power off Make sure the Power indicator is off Remove all cables connected to the computer Turn the computer upside down PON gt 6 10 U
130. port The latest information regarding Operating System support Language Support or available upgrades can be found on our web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or www pcsupport toshiba com in the United States User s Manual 4 11 A210 Wireless communications WX It may not be possible to make a network connection to a specified network i name using the ad hoc network function If this occurs the new network will have to be configured for all computers connected to the same network in order to re enable network connections Please be sure to use new network name Wireless communication switch You can enable or disable the wireless LAN function with the on off switch No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off Slide the switch forward to turn it on and backward to turn it off Turn the switch off in airplanes and hospitals Check the LED it stops glowing when the wireless communication function is off Wireless communication LED The LED indicates the status of the wireless communication functions LED status Indication LED off Wireless communication switch is set to off LED glows Wireless communication switch is on Using optical disc drives The illustrations in this section might differ slightly from your drive but operation is the same for all optical disc drives The full size drive provides high performance execution of disc based programs
131. purchased This port allows you to connect an external device such as a digital video camera for high speed data transfer The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased User s Manual 2 5 A210 Back side The following figure shows the computer s back side COOOL 1 Fan Vents The back side of the computer Fan Vents The fan vents help prevent the CPU from overheating AN To prevent possible overheating of the CPU never block the fan vents 2 6 User s Manual A210 Underside The following figure shows the underside of the computer Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer 1 ADB 4 Battery Pack Latch 2 Expansion Memory Socket 5 Battery Pack 3 Fan Vent 6 Battery Pack Lock The bottom of the computer HDD Hard Disk Drives store data files and programs Expansion Memory Use this socket to install a memory module to E Socket increase your computer s memory Refer to the Memory expansion section in Chapter 8 Optional Devices Fan Vent The fan vent helps prevent the CPU from overheating To prevent possible overheating of the CPU never block the fan vents o Battery Pack Latch With the Battery Pack Lock in its unlocked position you can slide this latch in order to remove the battery pack Battery Pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adapter is not connected For de
132. r differences in the rate of flow from one device to another bus An interface for transmission of signals data or electric power byte The representation of a single character A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit also the smallest addressable unit within the system Glossary 2 User s Manual A210 C cache memory High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate When the CPU reads data from main memory it stores a copy of this data in cache memory The next time the CPU needs that same data it looks for it in the cache memory rather than the main memory which saves time The computer has two cache levels Level one is incorporated into the processor and level two resides in external memory capacity The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy disk or hard disk It is usually described in terms of kilobytes KB where one KB 1024 bytes and megabytes MB where one MB 1024 KB CD ROM A Compact Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity disc that can be read from but not written to The CD ROM drive uses a laser rather than magnetic heads to read data from the disc CD R A Compact Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times See also CD ROM CD RW A Compact Disc Read Write disc can be rewritten many times See also CD ROM character Any letter number punctuation mark or symbol used by the
133. rd layouts are compatible with a 104 105 key enhanced keyboard By pressing some keys in combination all the 104 105 key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country region s keyboard layout your computer is configured with Keyboards for numerous languages are available There are six types of keys typewriter keys keypad overlay function keys soft keys Windows special keys and cursor control keys Typewriter keys The typewriter keys produce the upper and lower case letters numbers punctuation marks and special symbols that appear on the screen There are some differences however between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard E Letters and numbers produced in computer text vary in width Spaces which are created by a space character may also vary depending on line justification and other factors E The lowercase el and the number 1 one are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter E The uppercase O oh and the 0 zero are not interchangeable E The Caps Lock function key locks only the alphabetic characters in uppercase while the shift lock on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position E The Shift keys the Tab key and the Back Space key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions User s Manual 5 1 A210 F1 F12 function keys T
134. recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances It cannot be read in 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows ME in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later to read the data and in Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 or later to read it Some optical media drives cannot read added data regardless of the operating system TOSHIBA Disc Ceator does not support recording to DVD RAM discs To record to a DVD RAM use Explorer or other similar utility When you back up a DVD disc be sure the source drive supports recording to DVD R RW or DVD R RW discs If the source drive does not support recording to DVD R RW or DVD R RW discs it might not be backed up correctly When you back up a DVD R DVD RW DVD R or DVD RW be sure to use the same type of disc You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD RW DVD RW or DVD RW disc User s Manual 4 27 A210 Data Verification To verify that data is written or rewritten correctly follow the steps below before you write or rewrite a Data CD DVD 1 2 3 4 Media Care Display the setting dialog box by one of the following two steps E Click the setting button 3 for writing on the main toolbar in the Data CD DVD mode E Select Setting for writing Data and go to CD DVD in the Setting menu Mark the Verify written data check box Select File Open or Full Compare mode Click the OK button
135. ress it once release it and they press one of the F keys in order to access its specific function When set the Fn key will remain active until another key is pressed TOSHIBA Zooming This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the Utility icon size on Windows Desktop or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications Utilities and Applications e This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them For details on operations refer to each utility s online manual help files or readme txt files TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and services DVD Video Player The DVD player is used to play DVD Video media through an on screen interface and functions Frame dropping audio skipping or out of synch audio and video may occur during playback of some DVD Video titles Make sure to connect the computer s AC adaptor when playing a DVD Video Power saving features may interfere with smooth playback User s Manual A210 TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility TOSHIBA Hardware Setup CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication devices and network connections ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between location and c
136. rity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values integers both of which are either on or off odd or even 0 or 1 2 In serial communications an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd Parity can be set to none odd or even peripheral device An I O device that is external to the central processor and or main memory such as a printer or a mouse pixel A picture element The smallest dot that can be made on a display or printer Also called a pel plug and play A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer port The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers prompt A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you User s Manual Glossary 7 A210 R Random Access Memory RAM High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to restart Resetting a computer without turning it off also called warm boot or soft reset See also boot RJ11 A modular telephone jack RJ45 A modular LAN jack ROM Read Only Memory A nonvolatile memory chip manufactured to contain information that controls the computer s basic operation You cannot access or change informatio
137. rive or HD DVD drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite lose data or incur other damage Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following E Damage to any CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product E Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM media that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents E Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices Also it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents Before writing or rewriting Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite data E Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest the following manufacturers of CD R RW and DVD R R RW RW RAM media However in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation quality or performance of any disc Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates CD R TAIYOYUDEN CoO LTD MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD RICOH Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd
138. rojected on a fluorescent screen producing luminous spots An example is the television set cursor A small blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen D DC Direct Current Electric current that flows in one direction This type of power is usually supplied by batteries default The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions Also called a preset value device driver A program that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer The CONFIG SYS file contains device drivers that MS DOS loads when you turn the computer on dialog box A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information disk drive The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer s memory It also writes data from memory to the disk To accomplish these tasks the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read write head display A CRT LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output DOS Disk Operating System See operating system driver A software program generally part of the operating system that controls a specific piece of hardware frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse DVD RAM A Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory is a high capacity high performance disc that lets you store large vo
139. s Check the disc s documentation Check the type of disc you are using The drive supports HD DVD HD DVD ROM HD DVD R DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM DVD R Double Layer DVD R dual Layer CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA CD G Audio CD only Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD Super Multi drive Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing make sure you are observing the following precautions E Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA E Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing E Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording E Do not run or start other software during writing E Do not jar the computer during writing E Do not connect disconnect external devices or install remove internal cards during writing If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 15 A210 Real Time Clock Problem Procedure The following The RTC battery charge has become exhausted message is displayed you should set the date and time in within the on the LCD BIOS setup screen through the following steps ERROR 1 Press F1 key BIOS setup will boot up 271 Check date and 2 Press F2 to set the date in System Date time settings 3 Press F2 to set the time in System Time WARNING 0251 System
140. s Click Start then click the arrow button located in the power management buttons and select Shut Down from the menu Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately wait a Short period to avoid and peripheral damage 3 4 User s Manual A210 Sleep Mode If you do have to interrupt your work you are able to turn off the power without exiting from your software by placing the computer into Sleep Mode In this mode data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off a E When the AC adaptor is connected the computer will go into Sleep I Mode according to the settings in the Power Options E Torestore the operation from the computer from Sleep Mode press the power button or press any key Please be aware that this latter action only works on the internal keyboard if the Wake up on Keyboard option is enabled within the HW Setup utility E fthe computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer is next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode E To prevent the computer from automatically entering Sleep Mode disable Sleep Mode within the Power Options However please be aware that this configuration will nullify the computer s Energy Star compliance JN
141. s This manual has ten chapters four appendixes and a glossary Chapter 1 Features Utilities and Options is an overview of the computer s special features utilities 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 Be sure to read the sections on setting up the operating system and on restoring the pre installed software Chapter 4 Operating Basics includes instructions on using the following devices TouchPad Dual Mode Pad the optical disc drives the internal modem LAN and Wireless LAN It also provides tips on care of the computer and discs Chapter 5 The Keyboard describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hotkeys Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes gives details on the computer s power resources Chapter 7 HW Setup introduces you to the TOSHIBA Hardware Setup program Chapter 8 Optional Devices describes the optional hardware available Chapter 9 Troubleshooting provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn t seem to be working properly Chapter 10 Disclaimers provides disclaimer information related to your computer The Appendix A provide technical information about your computer The
142. s Fn F12 ScrLock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off DEZ Press Fn Enter to simulate Enter on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad L je oN N Press Fn Ctrl to simulate the enhanced keyboard s right Ctrl key 5 2 User s Manual A210 Hotkeys q q Fn ESC Fn F1 Fn F2 oc Fn F3 36 Fn F4 8 0 Fn F5 Mute Turns the volume on and off Lock Enters Lock computer mode To restore your desktop you need to log on again Power Plan Mode Displays the power save modes and lets you change the power settings Sleep This hot key switches the system to Sleep mode Hibernate This hot key switches the system to Hibernate mode Output Changes displays J Default resolution for simultaneous mode is set to WXGA 1280x800 If you connect an RGB Monitor that is not WXGA resolution change it in Display Properties Wit Fn F6 Act Fn F7 yp Fn F8 Q Fn F9 ki Fn F10 Fn F11 Fn F12 Q Fn Space pag Fn 1 Fn 2 Brightness decreases Brightness increases Wireless Pressing this hot key allows you to switch between active wireless devices if the wireless communication switch is switched on TouchPad Dual Mode Pad Enables or disables the TouchPad Dual Mode Pad function Cursor Keypad On Off This hot key enables disables the embedded cursor keypad See chapter 3 for more information Numeric Keypad On Off Thi
143. s hot key enables disables the embedded numeric keypad See chapter 3 for more information Scroll Lock On Off Change Resolution Each time when you press the these hot keys the resolution will change depending on the specification of the LCD display panel with a WXGA system You can change the resolution between 800 x 600 pixels and 1024x768 1280x800 pixels Zoom Out To reduce the icon size on the desktop or the application window press the 1 key while holding down the Fn key Zoomin To enlarge the icon size on the desktop or the application window press the 2 key while holding down the Fn key User s Manual 5 3 A210 Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows Vista One activates the Start menu and the other has the same function as the secondary mouse button jel This key activates the Windows Vista Start menu E mi This key has the same function as the Right mouse button Keypad overlay Your computer s keyboard does not have an independent numeric keypad but its numeric keypad overlay functions like one The keys in the center of the keyboard with white letters make up the numeric keypad overlay The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad Turning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control Arrow mode To turn on the Arrow mode press Fn F
144. s persist contact your dealer 9 10 User s Manual A210 USB USB mouse Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mouse movement Double clicking does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The mouse pointer moves erratically Procedure The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it Make sure the mouse is properly connected to the USB port Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK The mouse might be dirty Refer to your mouse documentations for instructions on cleaning If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to your USB device s documentation Problem USB device does not work Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the USB ports on the computer and the USB device Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed Refer to your Windows documentation for information on checking the drivers If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual
145. second hot key The computer s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key Fn can be used to set system parameters such as speaker volume input The data or instructions you provide to a computer communication device or other peripheral device from the keyboard or external or internal storage devices The data sent or output by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer User s Manual Glossary 5 A210 I O Input output Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer I O devices Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it J jumper A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardware characteristics by electrically connecting two points of a circuit K K Taken from the Greek word kilo meaning 1000 often used as equivalent to 1024 or 2 raised to the 10th power See also byte and kilobyte KB See kilobyte L Light Emitting Diode LED A semiconductor device that emits light when a current is applied Liquid Crystal Display LCD Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent conducting material The viewing side coating is etched into character forming segments with leads that extend to the edge of the glass Applying a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness of the liquid crystal LSI Large Scale Integration 1 A technology that allows th
146. ser s Manual A210 5 Unlock the Battery Pack Lock Removing the battery pack 1 6 Slide the battery pack latch to the left then pull the battery out of the battery bay Removing the battery pack 2 User s Manual 6 11 A210 Installing the battery pack To install a battery pack follow the steps below H a The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly 5 replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements 1 Turn the computer s power off 2 Disconnect all cables connected to the computer 3 Hold the battery pack so that the label faces down and the connectors on the battery face the connectors on the computer 4 Gently slide the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks into place Installing the battery pack 6 12 User s Manual A210 TOSHIBA Password Utility 1 The TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility provides two levels of password security User and Supervisor Passwords set in TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility are different from the Windows login password User Password To start the utility point to or click the following items Launch TOSHIBA Assist gt SECURE gt User Password E Registered Click to register a password of up to 8 characters After a password is set you will be prompted to enter it w
147. splay priority and ensure it is not set for an external monitor Make sure instant security was not activated Try entering your password if you have one registered Or turn the power off and back on to clear instant security Refer to your software s documentation to determine if the software is causing the difficulty Contact your dealer if the problems continue User s Manual 9 7 A210 Hard disk drive Problem Computer does not boot from hard drive Slow performance Password Problem Cannot enter password i LINK IEEE1394a Problem i LINK device does not function Procedure Insert a system disk and reboot There may be a problem with your operating system files Refer to your operating system documentation Your files may be fragmented Run SCANDISK and defragmenter to check the condition of your files and disk Refer to your operating system documentation or online HELP for information on running SCANDISK and the defragmenter Contact your dealer if the problems continue Procedure Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Procedure Make sure the cable is securely connected to the computer and to the device Make sure the device s power is turned on Reinstall the drivers Open the Windows Control Panel and double click the Add New Hardware icon Follow the on screen directions Restart Windows If problems persist contact your dealer 9 8 User s
148. ss interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents E Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices Also it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents Before writing or rewriting Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite data E Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest the following manufacturers of CD R RW DVD R R RW RW RAM and HD DVD R media However in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation quality or performance of any disc Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates CD R TAIYOYUDEN CO LTD MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD RICOH Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD RICOH Co Ltd User s Manual 4 21 A210 DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYOYUDEN CO LTD Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd DVD RW DVD Specifications for Re recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or Version 1 2 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD DVD R MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD RICOH Co Ltd DVD RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO LTD RICOH
149. stem switched off Approximately 1 5 days discharging time in Sleep Mode for the 9 cell battery 1 day for the 6 cell battery and 0 5 days for 3 cell battery Discharge time in shutdown mode is approximately 1 month The availability of this battery is dependent on the model you purchased Disclaimer Battery Life For more information on the Disclaimer regarding Battery Life please refer to Chapter 10 Disclaimers RTC Battery The computer has an internal battery to back up its Real Time Clock RTC calender and setup information This battery will last for an average of one month with no external power source AC adapter The universal AC adapter provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord TouchPad Dual Mode Pad A TouchPad Dual Mode Pad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on screen pointer The Dual Mode Pad is a TouchPad that provides normal touchpad features in its default mode and switches to a DualMode interface when the upper right corner of the TouchPad is tapped Tapping the same corner again will revert to normal pointing mode 7 The volume control on the right side of the TouchPad and print button may I not function with some applications User s Manual 1 3 A210 Display 15 4 TFT screen with a resolution of 1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels Disclaimer LCD For more information on the Disc
150. supported on battery power in Hibernate Power off mode before you plan to use this function please make sure your AC power source is connected to system properly Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled Built in LAN This feature enables or disables the Built in LAN Enabled Enables Built in LAN function Default Disabled Disables Built in LAN function User s Manual 7 3 A210 7 4 User s Manual A210 Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This chapter describes connection or installation of the following types of devices which are available from your TOSHIBA dealer Cards Memory E Express Card Support 54 34 Express Card M SD Secure Digital SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity MMC Multi Media Card MS Memory Stick MS Pro Memory Stick Pro xD xD Picture Card cards E DDRII SO DIMM Memory Modules Power devices E Battery pack E AC adapter Peripheral devices External monitor Television Security lock IEEE1394a HDMI V1 2 User s Manual 8 1 A210 Express Card The computer depending on the model is equipped with an Express Card expansion slot that can accommodate two standard module formats an Express Card 34 module and an Express Card 54 module An Express Card module is a small modular add in card technology based on PCI Express and Univers
151. sure the memory card indicator is out before you remove the card or turn off the computer s power If you remove the card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the card you may lose data or damage the card Do not remove the card while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode The computer could become unstable or data in the memory card could be lost Do not turn off or place the computer into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode while data is being transferred to or from the memory card The system may become unstable or data in the memory card may be lost Memory card care Set the write protect switch to the lock position if you do not want to record data 1 2 3 Do not write to a memory card if the battery power is low Low power could affect writing accuracy Do not remove a memory card while read write is in progress The memory card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way Do not try to force the card into the slot Do not leave a memory card partially inserted in the slot Press the memory card until you hear it click into place Do not twist or bend memory cards Do not expose memory cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid After using a memory card return it to its case Do not touch the metal part or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty Memory expansion You can install additional memory in the computer s memory modu
152. t function properly if you use drivers that are not pre installed or distributed by TOSHIBA I SD Memory Card Format Utility and other SD functions are packaged into TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities When uninstalling the SD utilities click Start gt Control Panel gt Uninstall a program and select TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities xviii User s Manual A210 Documentation E Your computer s documentation A210 Personal Computer User s Manual A210 Quickstart Microsoft Windows Vista Quick Start Guide provided with some models Instruction Manual for Safety amp Comfort Warranty Information Backup media E Product Recovery DVD ROM F If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer I immediately User s Manual xix A210 XX User s Manual A210 Chapter 1 Features Utilities and Options This chapter identifies the computer s special features options and accessories _ Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre installed by TOSHIBA Features Processor AMD Turion 64 X2 Mobile Technology Other processors may be introduced Disclaimer CPU For more information on the Disclaimer regarding CPU please refer toChapter 10 Disclaimers Chipset Mobile AMD RX690 RS690MC Chipset Realtek High Definition Audio Codec ALC268 TEXAS INSTRUMENTS CardReader amp 1394a Contr
153. tailed information on the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes User s Manual 2 7 A210 co Battery Pack Lock When you slide this into its locked position the battery pack cannot be released even if you attempt to slide the battery pack latch into its open position Front with the display open The following figure shows the front of the computer with the display open To open the display push the latch on the front of the display and lift it up Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle OO i 6600000 1 Display Screen 8 Play Pause Button 2 Left and Right Speakers 9 Stop Eject Button 3 TouchPad Dual Mode Pad 10 Previous Button 4 TouchPad Control Buttons 11 Next Button 5 Power Button 12 Web Camera Power LED 6 Internet Button 13 Web Camera 7 CD DVD button 14 Microphone The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased The front with the display open Display Screen The LCD displays high contrast text and graphics at a resolution up to 1280X800 pixels Refer to Appendix B Display Modes for further information When the computer operates from the AC adapter the display screen s image will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power this is normal and is desig
154. te cards appear Click Button support white card 2 Button Support white card fully appears After double click this card the dialog for changing button function is displayed 3 Change function of Buttons 2 TOSHIBA Button Support Dern Onticec Target Path Button Name hitemet 2 Reastraton Deletion TOSHIBA Button Support CD DVD play control buttons In addition to the power button the following four buttons control functions relating to the playback of optical media and digital audio data Play Pause Starts or pauses play Stop Stops play Next Advances to the next track chapter or data Previous Returns to the previous track chapter or data 1 If Random or Shuffle is selected in Windows Media Player selecting Next J or Previous advances to a random selection 4 16 User s Manual A210 Writing CDs DVDs on a DVD Super Multi drive or HD DVD ROM drive supporting double layer disc recording You can use the DVD Super Multi drive or HD DVD drive to write data to either CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM discs The following applications for writing are preinstalled TOSHIBA Disc Creator Direct Disc Writer Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA which is a product of Ulead Systems Inc Important message Before you write or rewrite to CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM media read and follow all set up and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so the DVD Super Multi d
155. the Battery indicator If it does not glow let the computer charge the battery for at least 20 minutes If the Battery indicator glows after 20 minutes let the battery continue to charge for at least another 20 minutes before turning on the computer If the indicator still does not glow the battery may be at the end of its operating life Replace it If you do not think the battery is at the end of its operating life see your dealer Check the power consumption settings in the Power Options Consider using a power saving mode 9 6 User s Manual A210 Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration For more information refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard Problem Some letter keys produce numbers Output to screen is garbled LCD panel Problem Lines appear broken No display Problems above remain unresolved or other problems occur Procedure Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not selected Press Fn F10 and try typing again Make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Remapping involves reassigning the meaning of each key See your software s documentation If you are still unable to use the keyboard consult your dealer Procedure Check if you are in DOS mode In DOS lines may appear broken because of the LCD screen s higher resolution The Windows display should appear normal Press the Hotkey Fn F5 to change the di
156. tion Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power for an extended period more than a week the battery might fail to retain a charge It might not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery pack and the Battery indicator might not indicate a low battery condition 3 After the battery pack is charged avoid leaving the AC adapter connected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours ata time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery pack can damage the battery Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator flashes amber indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes the computer enables Hibernation mode so you don t lose data and automatically turns off You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer connect the AC adapter to the DC IN socket and plug the other end into a working outlet The Battery indicator glows amber when the battery is being charged Use only the computer connected to an AC power source to charge the battery pack Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger Time The following table shows the time required to fully charge a discharged battery User s Manual 6
157. transmitter and receiver operate in the 2 4 GHz band which is license free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world Radio links You can easily establish links between two or more devices The link is maintained even if the devices are not within line of sight Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security E Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message E Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA J Detailed information regarding the use with these operating systems is listed below Please refer also to the electronic information which is included with each software This Bluetooth Stack is based on Bluetooth Version 1 1 1 2 2 0 EDR specification TOSHIBA cannot confirm compatibility between any PC products and or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth other than TOSHIBA mobile PCs Release Notes related to the Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA 1 Fax application software Regarding FAX application software there are some software that you cannot use on this Bluetooth Stack 2 Multi User On Windows Vista the use of Bluetooth is not supported in a multi user environment This means that when you use Bluetooth other users logged onto the same computer will not be able to use its Bluetooth functionality Product Sup
158. ul not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely before you turn it on again E Clean the computer using a slightly damp with water cloth You can use glass cleaner on the display Spray a small amount of cleaner on a soft clean cloth and wipe the screen gently with the cloth Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the computer The computer is designed for rugged durability However a few simple precautions taken when moving the computer will help ensure trouble free operation E Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer Check the Built in Hard Disk Drive and optical disc drive indicators on the computer if a disk is in the disk drive remove it E Ifa disc is in the optical disc drive remove it Also make sure the optical disc drive drawer is securely closed E Turn off the power to the computer H Disconnect all peripherals before moving the computer E Close the display Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or back where the interface ports are located H Close all port covers E Disconnect the AC adapter if it is connected E Use the carrying case when transporting the computer 4 30 User s Manual A210 Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer s keyboa
159. viewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the A210 Portable Personal Computers at the time of this manual s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC OS 2 and PS 2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation Celeron Intel Intel SpeedStep Pentium Intel Core and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation MS DOS Microsoft Windows and DirectX are registered trademarks and Windows Vista is a Trademark of Microsoft Corporation Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license iLINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation User s Manual A210 Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual Macrovision License of Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses
160. wer Options to access it click Start followed by Control Panel followed by System and Maintenance and then click the Power Options then select Choose what closing the lid does When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shutdown the computer m When the computer is in Sleep Mode the power indicator will blink orange E fyou are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode will consume more power while the computer is off Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions E Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down E Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Hibernation mode The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive when the computer is turned off so that the next time it is turned on the previous state is restored Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer E Save your data While entering Hibernation Mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive However for safety sake it is best to save your data manually E Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive indicator to go out E Do not install
161. y select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the computer is booting U Selects the USB floppy disk drive N Selects the Network c Selects optical device To select the boot drive you want follow the steps below 1 Boot up your computer and press F12 to enter the boot menu 2 The boot select screen will be displayed HDD CD DVD and LAN 3 Use the upper lower cursor keys to highlight the boot device you want and press Enter 7 2 User s Manual A210 J Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Sleep mode you can turn on the computer by pressing any key It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in Sleep mode Enabled Enables the Wake up on Keyboard feature Disabled Disables the Wake up on Keyboard function Default USB Legacy USB Support Use this option to enable or disable legacy USB support If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse keyboard and floppy disk drive by setting the Legacy USB Support option to enable Enabled Enables Legacy USB Support Disabled Disables Legacy USB Support The Enables Legacy USB Support is default LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on when it receives a wake up signal from the LAN Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN Default The Wake up LAN function is not

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