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Toshiba a300/a300d Laptop User Manual

1. 0 0 0 eee eee eee 4 7 User s Manual xxii Writing CDs on DVD ROM and CD R RW drive 4 8 Before writing or rewriting lees 4 8 When writing or rewriting llle 4 9 Writing CD DVDs on DVD R RW drive seseseesese 4 10 Writing CD DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive 4 10 Important message DVD R RW drive 00 4 10 Important message DVD Super Multi drive 4 10 Disclaimer DVD R RW drive sels 4 10 Disclaimer DVD Super Multi drive liliis 4 11 Before writing or rewriting llle esee 4 12 When writing or rewriting 0 0 0 0 eee eee eee 4 14 RecordNow Basic for TOSHIBA 0 020200 e eee 4 15 Data Verification 0 0 0 eee 4 16 DLA for TOSHIBA 0 0 0 6 4 16 MURDER 4 17 Media rp cMPPETR PTT 4 18 CDB DVIDS 2e gu Ete acra dee septo EP TRE HP da bea 4 18 Floppy disks ee Lb e e Ree bade dade Peter Rs 4 18 Sound System coire uo p wx RR Ran Ex Eee 4 19 Volume Control 22 3 n nILi erem er er ERE RR es 4 19 Microphone level 4 19 Audio controller 2 copre p ebex eer ceo deem debe deer d 4 19 Mod m iiscrerlee dee exe ee eV eani osa RUE ed dx 4 20 Region selection llli 4 20 Properties Menu 6 e 4 20 Seltilgi i coheret decd bees padosdor freta Pre drs 4 21 Modem Selection 0 000 cece tees 4 21 Dialing Properties 0 0
2. User s Manual B 6 Display Controller and Modes Table 3 Video modes 852GM Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 480 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 100 1400 x 1050 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 1600 x 1200 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual 75 85 1920 x 1440 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD CRT simultaneous mode and LCD CRT Multi Monitor mode User s Manual B 7 Display Controller and Modes Table 3 Video modes 852GM continued Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 480 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 100 1400 x 1050 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 1600 x 1200 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual 75 85 1920 x 1440 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD CRT simultaneous mode and LCD CRT Multi Monitor mode User s Manual B 8 Display Controller and Modes Table 3 Video modes 852GM continued Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 480 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 16M 16
3. computer s circuitry On Off Wireless Slide this switch to the left to turn off Wireless communication LAN functions Slide it to the right to turn on the switch functions Some models are not equipped with Wireless LAN Wireless The Wireless Communication switch indicator 9 communication glows orange when the Wireless LAN function is switch indicator on Wireless LAN model or Wireless LAN ready model only User s Manual 2 2 The Grand Tour e P S400 at B i LINK IEEE1394 Connect an external device such as a digital port video camera to this port for high speed data transfer Some models are equipped with a i LINK port i LINK is provided with some models Universal Serial Bus A Universal Serial Bus port is on the left side USB 2 0 port The port complies with the USB 2 0 standard which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1 1 standard The ports also support USB 1 1 Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed Some functions might not execute properly PC Card slot A PC Card slot can accommodate a 5 mm Type II card The slot supports 16 bit PC Cards and CardBus PC Cards Keep foreign objects out of the PC Card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry Security lock A security cable attaches to thi
4. Double tapping does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The response of the Touch pad is too sensitive Procedure The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to return to its normal shape and 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 Setthe double click speed as instructed and click OK If problems persist contact your dealer 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 Setthe speed as instructed and click OK Adjust the touch sensitivity 1 Open the Control Panel 2 Click the Printers icon and then the Other Hardware icon Click the Mouse icon Click the Device Setting tab Click the Setting button The Properties for Synaptics Touchpad on PS 2 port screen appears Double click Sensitivity in the Select an item section on the left side of the screen 7 PalmCheck and Touch Sensitivity are displayed Click Touch Sensitivity 8 Move the slide bar for Touch Sensitivity to make an adjustment Click the OK button 9 Click the OK button on the Device Setting tab oak Ww User s Manual 9 15 Troubleshooting USB USB mouse Problem On screen pointer do
5. Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example Enter identifies the Enter key User s Manual xxviii Preface 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 ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the type face you see to the left Display D Names of windows or icons or text generated by E ABO the computer that appears on its display screen is presented in the type face you see to the left Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below JN Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment 7 Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you mak
6. This tab lets you customize your computer s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor Power On Display Lets you set the display to be used when the computer is booted This setting is only available on Standard VGA mode and not available on Windows Desktop 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 If the connected external monitor does not support SVGA mode selecting the LCD Analog RGB mode will not display the screen on that monitor At Windows start up the screen is displayed on the external monitor if it was connected at the time of the previous power off and is found at the start up Otherwise the screen is displayed on the internal LCD User s Manual 7 4 HW Setup and Passwords CPU This function lets you set the CPU operating mode Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode This option lets you choose from the following settings Dynamically Switchable Always High Always Low Boot Priority Boot Priority Options CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is enabled When the computer is in use CPU operation is automatically switched when necessary Default CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is disabled The CPU always runs at its fastest
7. 12 9 and 6 Mbit s Revision A and G Revision A B B G A B G combo type Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11 5 5 2 and 1 Mbit s Revision B Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 108 96 72 48 36 24 18 and 12 Mbit s Turbo Mode Revision A B G combo type Frequency Channel Selection Revision A Turbo Mode 5 GHz Revision B G 2 4 GHz Roaming over multiple channels Card Power Management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on the 152 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on the 128 bit encryption algorithm Intel module type Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption based on 256 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type Y Wake up on LAN does not function on a Wireless LAN Security Be sure to enable the WEP encryption function otherwise you may expose your computer to illegal access by an outsider across the Wireless LAN which may cause intrusion eavesdropping and the loss or destruction of stored data TOSHIBA strongly recommend the customer to enable the WEP function TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage thereof 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 switc
8. Also be careful with metal objects such as bracelets which can be inadvertently magnetized Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone Leave ample ventilation room for the fan Do not block the vents Placement of the computer Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety Set the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance The display should be no higher than eye level to avoid eyestrain Place the computer so that it is directly in front of you when you work and make sure you have adequate space to easily operate other devices Allow adequate space behind the computer to let you freely adjust the display The display should be angled to reduce glare and maximize visibility If you use a paper holder set it at about the same height and distance as the computer User s Manual 3 2 Getting Started Seating and posture The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain Refer to the following tips and to the following figure Below eye level x Na 90 angles Foot rest 4 bn Posture and positioning of the computer Wi Place your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed E Your knees should be slightly higher
9. Disks Hard disk drive USB floppy disk drive Optional Available in four sizes W 30 0 billion bytes 27 94 GB 40 0 billion bytes 37 26 GB 60 0 billion bytes 55 88 GB 80 0 billion bytes 74 52 GB Other hard disks may be introduced in the future Accommodates either 3 1 2 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte floppy disks It connects to a USB port Computers in this series can be configured with a fixed optical media drive The available optical media drives are described below DVD ROM drive DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive Some models are equipped with a full size DVD ROM drive module that lets you run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CDs or 12cm 4 72 DVDs without using an adaptor It runs DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed The drive supports the following formats m DVD ROM B DVD Video E CD DA E CD Text B Photo CD single multi session B CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 B CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 E Enhanced CD CD EXTRA B CD G Audio CD only Addressing Method 2 Some models are equipped with a full size DVD ROM and CD R RW drive module that lets you run CD DVDs without using an adaptor It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed It writes CD R at up to 24 speed and CD RW at up to 24 speed This drive supports the following formats in addition to DVD ROM drive m CD R B CD RW User s Manual 1 5 Introduction DVD R R
10. RW discs The following applications for writing are supplied on CD ROM RecordNow licensed by Sonic Solutions InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum which is a product of InterVideo Inc Writing CD DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive You can use the DVD Super Multi drive to write data to either CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM discs The following applications for writing are supplied on CD ROM RecordNow licensed by Sonic Solutions InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum which is a product of InterVideo Inc Important message DVD R RW drive Before you write or rewrite to CD R RW or DVD R RW discs read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so the DVD R RW drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite lose data or incur other damage Important message DVD Super Multi drive Before you write or rewrite to CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM discs read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so the DVD Super Multi drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite lose data or incur other damage Disclaimer DVD R RW drive TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following B Damage to any CD R RW or DVD R RW 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 disc that may be caused by writing or rewr
11. User s Manual 4 25 Operating Basics Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and use care with liquids around the computer Bi Be careful 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 B Remove the dust from the cooling vents on the Left side of the computer regularly with a vacuum cleaner Refer to Chapter 2 Grand Tour Left side 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 W Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer Check the Disk indicator on the computer W ifa CD DVD is in the drive remove it Also make sure the drawer is securely closed Turn off the power to the computer Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer Close the display Do not pick up the computer by its display panel Close all port cover
12. You can also enable Hibernation by pressing Fn F4 Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details To enter Hibernation Mode follow the steps below 1 Click start 2 Select Turn Off Computer 3 Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box Hibernate is not displayed 4 Press the Shift key The Standby item will change to Hibernate 5 Select Hibernate Automatic Hibernation The computer will enter Hibernate mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid First however make the appropriate settings according to the steps below 1 Open the Control Panel 2 Open Performance and Maintenance and open Power Options 3 Select the Hibernate window in the Power Options Properties select the Enable hibernation check box and click the Apply button 4 Open TOSHIBA Power Saver Select the Setup Action window 6 Enable the desired Hibernation settings for When I slide the power button and When I close the lid 7 Click the OK button a User s Manual 3 10 Getting Started Data save in Hibernation Mode When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk During this time the Disk indicator will light After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk 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 dischar
13. You can record video back to your digital camcorder via i LINK IEEE1394 using WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum However there is a case where its playback sound is choppy 1 Click the Windows Start button and select the Control Panel option Click the Performance and Maintenance icon in the Control Panel Click the System icon in the Performance and Maintenance window Click the Advanced tab in the System Properties window Click the Settings icon in the Performance section Click the Advanced tab in the Performance Options window Click the Change icon in the virtual memory section Select the Custom size button in the Virtual Memory window 9 Specify much higher values for Initial size and Maximum size 10 Click the Set button in the Virtual Memory window 11 Click the OK button in the Virtual Memory window OaNouak WN User s Manual 4 17 Operating Basics Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD DVDs and floppy disks Handle your media with care The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on them CD DVDs 1 Store your CD DVDs in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean Do not bend the CD DVD Do not write on apply a sticker to or otherwise mar the surface of the CD DVD that contains data Hold the CD DVD by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole Fingerprints on the s
14. optional E Selftest E PC Card B Power E Pointing device B Password E USB B Keyboard B Memory expansion B LCD panel B Sound system B6 Hard disk drive B Monitor B DVD ROM drive E i LINK IEEE1394 B DVD ROM and CD R RW drive Bi Modem B DVD R RW drive B LAN B DVD Super Multi drive B Wireless LAN System start up When the computer does not start properly check the following items E Self Test B Power Sources B Power on Password User s Manual 9 3 Troubleshooting Self test When the computer starts up the self test will be run automatically and the following will be displayed In Touch with Tomorrow jo V7 TOSHIBA This message remains on the screen for a few seconds If the self test is successful the computer tries to load the operating system depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the TOSHIBA HW Setup program If any of the following conditions are present the self test failed B The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages except the TOSHIBA logo W Random characters appear on the screen and the system does not function normally Wi The screen displays an error message Turn off the computer and check all cable connections If the test fails again contact your dealer 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 inte
15. 0 cee ee 4 21 Connecting 0 teens 4 22 Discorinectirig iess pee es abe BE bee do Rr deed Ries d 4 22 Wireless LAN 2i x ORE REOR ORO AUR ak ae REOR eae 4 23 Wireless communication switch 0 000 eee ee eee 4 23 Wireless communication indicator llle 4 24 LAN iux Re RR RR IRE ee eae ERU ERR TAKE KI Ru 4 24 LAN cable types 1 2 2 eh 4 24 Connecting LAN cable 2 0 00 c cee eee 4 25 Disconnecting LAN cable 0 0 0 0 0 eee 4 25 Cleaning the computer 00 00 c eee eee eee eee 4 26 Moving the computer 00 eee eee eee eee 4 26 Heat dispersal 0 60 ccc een rnm eee ae ee 4 27 User s Manual xxiii Chapter 5 Chapter 6 The Keyboard Typewriter keys i e eee eee na 5 1 F1 F12 function keyS 0 20 cee ee eee 5 2 Soft keys Fn key combinations 0 0000 e cece eee eee 5 2 Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard 0000 5 2 Hot keys iseen tt den er e Ode uk e xA le EX ee DAC ENS RR 5 3 Fn Sticky key 2 cette 5 6 Windows special keys 0 0 00 e eee eee BB 5 6 Keypad overlay cece cee nh 5 6 Turning on the overlays 0 0 0 0 cece eee 5 6 Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on 5 7 Temporarily using overlay overlay off 0 005 5 7 Temporarily changing modes 0 0 0 cee eee eee 5 8 Generating ASCII characters 0 cece eee eee 5 8 Power and Power Up Modes Power cond
16. 17 Troubleshooting Problem The computer will not start and no beeps are heard The computer starts but does not detect memory Sound system Refer also to documentation for your audio devices Problem No sound is heard Procedure One or more unsupported memory modules without SPD are installed in the slots Supported memory is installed in one of the slots but unsupported memory without SPD in the other slot Note that the unsupported memory does not have an adverse effect on the computer Procedure Adjust the volume control dial Check the software volume settings Make sure the headphone connection is secure If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 18 Troubleshooting Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices and to your monitor s documentation Problem Procedure Monitor does not turn Make sure that the external monitor s power switch on is on Confirm that the external monitor s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press hot keys Fn F5 to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display Display error occurs Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly If problems persist contact your dealer i LINK IEEE1394 Problem Procedure i LINK device does not Make sure the c
17. 256K 16 of 256K 70 Text Characters VGA 320 x 200 8x8 4 of 256K 4 of 256K 70 Grph Pels VGA 640 x 200 8x8 2 of 256K 2 of 256K 70 Grph Pels VGA 80 x 25 9 x 14 Mono Mono 70 Text Characters VGA 80 x 25 9x 16 Mono Mono 70 Text Characters User s Manual B 2 Display Controller and Modes Table1 Video modes VGA continued Video Type Resolution Character LCD colors CRT colors Scanning mode matrix frequency pels Vertical Hz D VGA 320 x 200 8x8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 Grph Pels E VGA 640 x 200 8x8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 Grph Pels F VGA 640 x 350 8x14 Mono Mono 70 Grph Pels 10 VGA 640 x 350 8x14 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 Grph Pels 11 VGA 640 x 480 8x16 2 of 256K 2 of 256K 60 Grph Pels 12 VGA 640 x 480 8x16 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 60 Grph Pels 13 VGA 320 x 200 8x8 256 of 256K 256 of 256K 70 Grph Pels User s Manual B 3 Display Controller and Modes Table 2 Video modes 855GME Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 480 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 256 256K 256 256K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 100 1400 x 1050 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 1600 x 1200 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual 75 85 2048 x 1536 256 256K 256 256K 60 Virtual 75 Some SVGA modes ar
18. 8 speed maximum DVD R write 2 speed DVD RW write 1 speed CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 16 speed maximum CD RW write 10 speed maximum high speed media DVD Super Multi drive The full size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor jl The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge DVD read 8 speed maximum DVD R write 4 speed maximum DVD RW write 2 speed maximum DVD R write 2 4 speed maximum DVD RW write 2 4 speed maximum DVD RAM write 2 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 16 speed maximum CD RW write 8 speed maximum high speed media User s Manual 2 15 The Grand Tour AC adaptor The AC adaptor 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 adaptor to a power source and the computer Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for details The AC adaptor E Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case W Use only the AC Adap
19. Avoidance with Acknowledg Protocol Data Rate ment ACK M 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6 Mb s Revision A and G Revision A B B G A B G combo type M 11 5 5 2 1 Mb s Revision B M 108 96 72 48 36 24 18 12 Mb s Turbo Mode Revision A B G combo type User s Manual Wireless LAN Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to H Country region where the product was purchased E Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4GHz and 5GHz band local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment F Refer to the sheet Information to the User for regulatory information that J may apply in your country region R F Frequency E pena oe piso see MHz Revision A E Band2 4GHz 2400 2483 5 MHz Revision B G Modulation E DSSS CCK DSSS DQPSK DSSS DBPSK Technique Revision B BW OFDM BPSK OFDM QPSK OFDM 16QAM OFDM 64QAM Revision A G Turbo Mode The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances E The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials B Range is also impacted due to ob
20. Connectors Europe Austria OVE Italy IMQ Belgium CEBEC The Netherlands KEMA Denmark DEMKO Norway NEMKO Finland SETI Sweden SEMKO France UTE Switzerland SEV Germany VDE United Kingdom BSI In Europe power cords must be VDE type HO5VVH2 F and two conductor For the United States and Canada plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250 V or 1 15P 125 V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U S A and Canada the United Kingdom Australia and Europe USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency User s Manual E 2 TOSHIBA A50 Series Appendix F If your computer is stolen Always take care of your computer and try to prevent it from being 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 compute
21. E EE 9 7 LCD pa eleerirri ginenean E a r Ve net tke 9 7 Hard disk drive llllelee eee 9 8 DVD ROM drive lssssssesse n 9 8 DVD ROM and CD R RW 0 0 0 ee 9 10 DVD R RW drive 0 eh 9 11 DVD Super Multi drive 0 2 eee 9 13 Floppy disk drive 1 2 eee 9 14 PG Cal occ che ag he on Ba deed Pk Ee ad eb ERE E aoe 9 14 Pointing device oss pLLlV xe Sete ener RE RP IP 9 15 USB MRERT NEU MaE EAA a E E A E CN 9 16 Memory expansion uaau 9 17 Sound systeM 1 0 es 9 18 Monitor Soe teh od x ER RR PM RR x RN d 9 19 i LINK IEEE1394 0 0 0 ee 9 19 Modem riannee ERE dd ed hederae dex s T 9 20 Wr 9 20 Wireless LAN roci tieniti tiirat Ehi y xn te de 9 21 PAIMETS TIPP EM 9 21 TOSHIBA support iessce t rr RR Dr ETE eee RE 9 22 Before you call 9 22 Where to write cns LenIlASbeeweRe4 X RPStTUERS ERR I PES 9 22 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Display Controller and Modes Appendix C Internal Modem Guide Appendix D Wireless LAN Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix F If your computer is stolen Glossary Index User s Manual xxvi TOSHIBA A50 Series Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A50 Series computer This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability including multimedia devices and it is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA A5
22. Modem This section describes how to connect and disconnect the internal modem to and from a telephone jack 1 The internal modem does not support voice functions All data and fax functions are supported JN E ncase of a lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the C35 telephone jack E Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem Region selection Telecommunication regulations vary from one region to another so you will need to make sure the internal modem s settings are correct for the region in which it will be used To select a region follow the steps below 1 Click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA Internal Modem and click Region Select Utility F 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 Region in the Control Panel the change may not take effect 2 The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar 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 3 Select a region from the region menu or a telephony location from the sub menu W When you click a region it becomes the modem s region selection and the New Location for telephony will
23. On Off Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Zooming Utility B Documentation TOSHIBA A50 Series User s Manual TOSHIBA A50 Quickstart Microsoft Windows XP Getting Started booklet Safety Instruction Manual Warranty information TOSHIBA Tools amp Utilities CD ROM W Product Recovery Disk User s Manual 1 2 Introduction Features The computer uses TOSHIBA s advanced Large Scale Integration LSI Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor CMOS technology extensively to provide compact size minimum weight low power usage and high reliability This computer incorporates the following features and benefits Processor Built in The computer is equipped with an Intel amp processor Mobile Intel amp Celeron amp M processor which incorporates a 512 KB level 2 cache memory Mobile Intel amp Celeron amp M processor 1 2GHz Mobile Intel amp Celeron amp M processor 1 3GHz Intel Pentium M processor which incorporates a 1MB level 2 cache memory It also supports Enhanced IntelR SpeedStepTM technology Intel Pentium M processor 1 5 GHz Intel amp Pentium amp M processor 1 6 GHz Intel amp Pentium amp M processor 1 7 GHz Other processors may be introduced in the future PT Some models in this series carry Intel Centrino technology which is J based on three separate components specifically the Intel Pentium M Intel PRO Wireless Network Connection and Intel 855 Chipset
24. Standard Act etc Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above E Equipment linked with human safety or having a serious influence on the safe maintenance of public function etc because it is not designed or manufactured for this type of use Traffic control equipment for air railroad road marine transport etc Equipment used in atomic power plants etc Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above User s Manual xix General Precautions pmi o WARNING Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch of Wireless Products in a congested place such as a crowded commuter train Keep this product away from a cardiac pacemaker at least 22cm Radio waves can potentially affect cardiac pacemaker operation thereby causing respiratory troubles Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch inside a medical facility or near medical electric equipment Do not bring medical electric equipment close to the product Radio waves can potentially affect medical electric equipment thereby causing an accident due to malfunction Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch near an automatic door fire alarm or other automatic control equipment Radio waves can potentially affect automatic control equipment thereby causing an accident due to malfunction Do not turn ON the Wireless Communication switch in aircraft or in places that generate or can generate radio interference Radio waves can potentially affect them causin
25. User s Manual Glossary 12 Glossary U Universal Serial Bus This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer V VGA Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software volatile memory Random access memory RAM that stores information as long as power is supplied to the computer W warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off window A portion of the screen that can display its own application document or dialog box Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window write protection A method for protecting a floppy disk from accidental erasure User s Manual Glossary 13 TOSHIBA A50 Series A AC adaptor 1 4 additional 1 15 connecting 3 6 DC IN 15V port 2 5 ASCII characters 5 8 Battery charging 6 9 extending battery life 6 12 indicator 2 10 6 3 location 2 7 Monitoring capacity 6 11 real time clock 1 4 6 6 safety precautions 6 7 save mode 1 11 types 6 4 Battery charger 8 8 Battery pack 1 4 2 7 additional 8 7 high capacity battery pack 1 15 6 4 replacing 6 13 C Cache memory 1 3 CD ROM drive location 2 4 using 4 3 CD RW DVD ROM drive 1 5 location 2 4 using 4 3 writing 4 8 Cleaning the computer 4 26 Cooling vents 2 2 DC IN 15V indicator 2 10 6 3 Display 1 6 2 8 automatic power off 1 10 brightness de
26. about a 45 degree angle 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 I You can install the main memory module in either slot User s Manual 8 5 Optional Devices 8 Push the module down so it lies flat Latches on either side will click into place to secure the module Slot A Slot B k Installing the memory module 9 Seat the cover and secure it with a screw 10 Replace the battery pack as described in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes 11 Turn the power on and make sure the added memory is recognized Open System Properties in the Control Panel and click the General tab Removing a memory module To remove the memory module make sure the computer is in boot mode then 1 Be sure the power is off and all cables are disconnected from the computer 2 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery and the screw securing the memory module cover 3 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off 4 Lift one side of the insulator and push the latches to the outside to release the module A spring will force one end of the module up User s Manual 8 6 Optional Devices 5 Grasp the module by the sides and pull it out v fyou use the computer for a long time the memory modules will become hot In this case
27. are compatible with a 101 102 key enhanced keyboard By pressing some keys in combination all the 101 102 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 five types of keys typewriter keys keypad overlay function keys soft 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 Wi 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 W 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 BkSp backspace key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions User s Manual The Keyboard F1 F12 function keys The function keys n
28. battery Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator flashes orange 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 F The computer enters Hibernate Mode only if Hibernation is enabled in two I places the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver 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 adaptor to the DC IN 15V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger User s Manual 6 9 Power and Power Up Modes T T Time The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off High Capacity battery pack 8800mAh about 10 5 to 21 5 about 4 5 Battery pack 4400mAh about 5 0 to 11 0 about 2 5 RTC battery 8 Doesn t charge The charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature the te
29. be set automatically W 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 properties menu on the screen User s Manual 4 20 Operating Basics Setting You can enable or disable the following settings AutoRun Mode The 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 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 the Telecommunications Business Law requires that you select Japan region mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection User s Manual 4 21 Operating Basics Connecting To connect the modem cable follow the steps be
30. computer can display up to 1600 horizontal and 1200 vertical pixels at 16 M colors The display controller also controls the video mode which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed on screen Software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports the mode The computer s display controller supports all VGA and SVGA modes the most widely used industry standards User s Manual Display Controller and Modes Video modes Video mode 0 1 2 3 0 1 2 9 O 1 2 3 4 5 7 The computer supports video modes defined in the tables below If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table select a mode based on mode type resolution character matrix number of colors and refresh rates Also if your software supports both graphics and text modes the screen display may appear to operate faster using a text mode Table1 Video modes VGA Type Resolution Character LCD colors CRT colors Scanning matrix frequency pels Vertical Hz VGA 40 x 25 8x8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 Text Characters VGA 80 x 25 8x8 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 Text Characters VGA 40 x 25 8x14 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 Text Characters VGA 80 x 25 8x14 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 Text Characters VGA 40 x 25 9 x 16 16 of 256K 16 of 256K 70 Text Characters VGA 80 x 25 9x 16 16 of
31. devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other wireless devices such as mobile phones Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature User s Manual xvii General Precautions In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organisation These situations may for example include E Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of aeroplanes or E In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organisation or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorisation to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment Safety Instruction for Wireless Products If your computer has a wireless function all safety instructions must be read carefully and must b
32. elapsed User s Manual 4 2 Operating Basics Disconnecting 3 1 2 floppy disk drive When you have finished using the floppy disk drive follow the procedures below to disconnect it 1 Wait for the indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy disk activity has stopped AN If you disconnect the floppy disk drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the floppy disk or the drive 2 Click the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar 3 Click floppy disk drive 4 Pull the floppy disk drive connector out of the USB port Using optical media drives The text and illustrations in this section refer primarily to the optical DVD ROM drive However operation is the same for all other optical media drives The full size drive provides high performance execution of CD DVD ROM based programs You can run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without an adaptor An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD DVD ROM operation When the computer is accessing a CD DVD ROM an indicator on the drive glows Use the WinDVD 5 application to view DVD Video discs If you have a DVD ROM and CD R RW drive refer also to the Writing CDs on DVD ROM and CD R RW drive section for precautions on writing to CDs DVDs If you have a DVD R RW drive refer also to the Writing CD DVDs on DVD R RW drive section for precautions on writing to CDs DVDs If you have a DVD Super Mult
33. employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Wi Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT DATE OF MANU FACTURE MANUFACTURED Hitachi LG Data Storage Inc 26 5 TORANOMON 1 CHOME MINATO KU TOKYO 105 0001 JAPAN User s Manual viii Panasonic DVD ROM amp CD R RW UJDA750 E The DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Wi Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDARADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J MANUFACTURED Panasonic communications co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata ku Fukuoka J
34. let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them E Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Removing the memory module 6 Seatthe cover and secure it with a screw and replace the battery pack 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 Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes User s Manual 8 7 Optional Devices Additional AC adaptor If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as your home and office purchasing an AC adaptor for each location will reduce the weight and bulk of your carrying load Battery charger The battery charger provides a convenient way to charge battery packs without requiring the use of your computer The battery charger holds up to two lithium ion battery packs USB floppy disk drive The 3 1 2 external floppy disk drive module can be connected to the USB port For details on connecting the 3 1 2 external floppy disk drive module refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer The computer supports several video modes Refer
35. lock and attach the lock Security lock User s Manual 8 12 TOSHIBA A50 Series 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 User s Manual 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 B 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 The questions 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 Troubleshooting 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 yo
36. note the cautions included in the text of the manual Please also refer to the Safety Instruction Manual Stress injury Carefully read the Safety Instruction Manual It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than can be caused by extensive keyboard use Chapter 3 Getting Started also includes information on workspace design posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress Heat warning H Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest for example your skin might suffer low heat injury E Ifthe computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the I O ports It can become hot Wi The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use This condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor disconnect it and let it cool before moving it E Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat The material could be damaged Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components or otherwise cause
37. packs W High Capacity battery pack 8800mAh E Battery pack 4400mAh Bi Real Time Clock RTC battery High Capacity battery pack An optional High Capacity battery is installable instead of a main battery The capacity of High Capacity battery is approximately double the capacity of main battery The connection method for the High Capacity battery is the same as for the main battery i High Capacity battery pack User s Manual 6 4 Power and Power Up Modes W 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 W Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it will be lost When the computer is powered off in Standby Mode and the AC adaptor is not connected the main battery pack and optional High Capacity battery pack supply power to maintain data and programs in memory If the battery pack s is completely discharged Standby Mode does not function and the computer loses all data in memory Battery pack When the AC adaptor is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the main battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an
38. pad or closing opening the LCD panel Wi Start a communication application such as a modem Apply impact or vibration to the computer Wi install remove or connect external devices including the following PC Card USB devices external display i LINK devices optical digital devices W Use the audio video control buttons to reproduce music or voice E Open the DVD ROM amp CD R RW DVD R RW or DVD Super Multi drive Do not use shut down log off and Standby Hibernation Mode while writing or rewriting Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into Standby Hibernation Mode Writing is completed if you can open the DVD ROM and CD R RW DVD R RW or DVD Super Multi drive tray 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 Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the DVD RAM Do not use cut and paste The original data will be lost if there is a write error User s Manual 4 14 Operating Basics RecordNow Basic for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use RecordNow DVD Video cannot be created using RecordNow DVD Audio cannot be created using RecordNow You cannot use RecordNow s Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player function to record music to the DVD R RW or DVD R RW disc Do not
39. performance Safety precautions Mishandling of batteries can cause death serious injury or property damage Carefully observe the following advisories 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 of the battery pack 4 Never puncture the battery pack with a nail or other sharp ob
40. the PC Card hard disk drive C Selects the CD ROM In this computer CD ROM refers to the fixed optical media drive W PC Card hard disk drive boot is supported only by slot 0 on the computer Support is guaranteed only for TOSHIBA PC Card hard disk drives W When you assign a PC Card hard disk drive top priority PC is not displayed However the PC Card hard disk drive takes the position of hard disk drive in the Boot Priority Options list above To change the boot drive follow the steps below 1 Hold down F12 and boot the computer 2 The following menu will be displayed with the following icons Built in hard disk drive CD ROM FDD Network LAN PC ATA card boot o ons ral A bar will appear only under the selected device User s Manual 7 6 HW Setup and Passwords Use the left right cursor keys to highlight the boot device you want and press Enter If a Supervisor Password is set please note the following B The menu above appears when you start the computer with a User Password and the Supervisor Password options have been configured for Able to Run HWSetup E The menu above does not appear when you start the computer with a User Password and the Supervisor Password options have been configured for Unable to Run HWSetup If both a Supervisor Password and a User Password are set please note the following B The menu above appears when you start the computer with either a User Pass
41. using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard 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 User s Manual 5 2 The Keyboard nier c Press Fn F10 or Fn F11 to access the integrated keypad When activated the keys with gray markings on the bottom edge 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 am Press Fn F12 ScrLock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off DES Press Fn Enter to simulate Enter on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad Press Fn Ctrl to simulate the enhanced keyboard s right Ctrl key Hot keys Hot keys Fn a function or Esc key let you enable or disable certain features of the computers e e Sound mute Pressing Fn Esc in a Windows environment turns sound on or off When you press these hot keys the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon HA a Instant security Press Fn F1 to blank the screen to prevent others from accessing your data To restore the screen and original settings press any key or press the Touch pad If a screensaver password is registered a dialog box will appear Enter the screensaver password an
42. windows and change the active window Also TOSHIBA Touch and Launch provides the following functions by customizing the settings E To open a file stored in a predefined folder Wi To quickly launch your frequently used applications which have been registered User s Manual 1 14 Introduction Options You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use Refer to Chapter 8 Optical Devices for details The following options are available Memory expansion Battery pack AC adaptor Battery charger Security lock USB floppy disk kit A 256 512 or 1 024 MB memory module PC2100 PC2700 DDR can easily be installed in the computer An additional battery pack can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer Use it as a spare or replacement W High Capacity battery pack 8800mAh E Battery pack 4400mAh If you use your computer at more than one site frequently it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry the adaptor with you The battery charger lets you charge extra batteries outside the computer A slot is available to attach a security cable to the computer to deter theft A 3 1 2 floppy disk drive accommodates 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte floppy disk It connects to a USB port You cannot format 720 kilobyte floppy disks on Windows XP but you can use previously formatted disks User s Manual TOS
43. your eyes with large amounts of running water and seek medical attention to help prevent eye damage If 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 adaptor 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 of 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 center to save resources and prevent environmental damage Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent s
44. 0 Series computer It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting If you are a new user of computers or if you re new to portable computing first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer s features components and accessory devices Then read Getting Started for step by step instructions on setting up your computer If you are an experienced computer user please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages Be sure to look over the Special features section of the Introduction to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computer and carefully read HW Setup and Passwords f you are going to install PC Cards or connect external devices such as a monitor be sure to read Chapter 8 Optional Devices Manual contents This manual is composed of the following nine chapters seven appendixes a glossary and an index Chapter 1 Introduction is an overview of the computer s features capabilities and options Chapter 2 The Grand Tour identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function Chapter 3 Getting Started provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area User s Manual Pre
45. 11 Introduction Heat dispersal Hibernation Standby To protect from overheating the CPU has an internal temperature sensor If the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered Use the Fan item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver E Maximum Turns on fan first then if Performance necessary lowers CPU processing speed E Performance Uses a combination of fan and lowering the CPU processing speed E Battery optimized Lowers the CPU processing speed first then if necessary turns on the fan This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting from your software The contents of main memory are saved to the hard disk when you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for details If you have to interrupt your work you can turn off the power without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory When you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off User s Manual Introduction This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them For details on operations refer to each utility s online manual help files or readme txt files TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Power Saver HW Setup Fn esse DVD Video Player TOSHIBA Zooming
46. 5 1 Windows special keys 5 6 Keypad overlay 1 11 5 6 arrow mode 5 6 numeric mode 5 7 temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on 5 7 temporarily using overlay overlay off 5 7 turning on the overlays 5 6 User s Manual Index 2 Index L LAN 1 8 4 24 active indicator 2 6 cable types 4 24 connecting 4 25 disconnecting 4 25 jack 2 6 Link indicator 2 6 Media care 4 18 CD DVDs 4 18 floppy disks 4 18 Memory 1 4 expansion 1 15 8 4 installing 8 5 removing 8 6 Modem 1 8 4 20 connecting 4 22 disconnecting 4 22 jack 2 6 properties menu 4 20 region selection 4 20 Monitor external 1 7 2 2 8 8 Moving the computer 4 26 P Password power on 1 11 starting the computer by 6 15 PC card 1 8 8 2 inserting 8 2 location of slot 2 2 removing 8 3 Ports 1 7 external monitor 1 7 i LINK 1 7 USB 1 7 Power button location 2 8 conditions 6 1 hibernation mode 3 9 indicator 6 4 panel power on off 1 11 6 16 shut Down mode Boot mode 3 9 standby mode 3 11 system Auto Off 6 16 turning off 3 9 turning on 3 8 Power up modes 6 16 User s Manual Index 3 Problems AC power 9 5 analyzing 9 2 Battery 9 5 CD RW DVD ROM drive 9 10 DVD Super Multi drive 9 13 DVD R RW drive 9 11 DVD ROM drive 9 8 Floppy disk drive 9 14 Hard disk drive 9 8 Hardware and system checklist 9 3 i LINK 9 19 Keyboard 9 7 LAN 9 20 LCD pane
47. 9 7 Memory expansion 9 17 Modem 9 20 Monitor 9 19 overheating power down 9 4 Password 9 7 PC card 9 14 Pointing device 9 15 Power 9 4 Real Time Clock 9 6 Self test 9 4 Sound system 9 18 Support from TOSHIBA 9 22 System start up 9 3 USB 9 16 Wireless LAN 9 21 Processor 1 3 R Restarting the computer 3 12 S Security lock 1 15 attaching 8 12 location 2 2 Soft keys emulating keys on en hanced keyboard 5 2 Enter 5 3 right Ctrl key 5 3 ScrLock 5 3 Sonic RecordNow 1 13 4 15 Sound System 1 8 4 19 headphone jack 1 8 2 4 microphone jack 1 8 2 4 mute hot keys 5 3 speakers 2 8 volume control 2 4 Standby 1 12 setting 3 11 System automatic 1 11 Stolen computer F 1 T TOSHIBA ConfigFree 1 14 TOSHIBA PC DiagnosticTool 1 14 TOSHIBA Power Saver 1 13 TOSHIBA Theft Registration F 2 TOSHIBA Utilities 1 10 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 1 13 Touch Pad 1 7 control buttons 2 8 location 2 8 using 4 1 TV 8 9 Index 4 Index U USB 1 7 location 2 2 2 4 2 5 V Video modes B 2 Video RAM 1 4 Volume control 2 4 Ww Wireless communication switch 2 2 4 23 indicator 2 2 4 24 Wireless LAN 1 9 using 4 23 User s Manual Index 5
48. A 1400 horizontal x 1050 vertical pixels Graphics controller maximizes display performance Refer to Display Controller and Modes section in Appendix B for more information User s Manual 1 6 Introduction Keyboard Built in Pointing Device Built in Touch pad Ports External monitor Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 i LINK IEEE1394 85 keys or 86 keys compatible with IBM enhanced keyboard embedded numeric overlay dedicated cursor control ay and keys Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details A Touch pad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on screen pointer and scrolling of windows 15 pin analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B compatible functions The computer has Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2 0 standard which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1 1 standard The ports also support USB 1 1 i LINK is provided with some models This port enables high speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras User s Manual 1 7 Introduction Slots PC Card Multimedia Sound system Video out jack S Video Audio Video control buttons Headphone jack Microphone jack Communications Modem LAN The PC Card slot accommodates a 5 mm Type II card A Windows Sound System compatible sound system provides speakers as well as jacks for an external micropho
49. AC power source Before you remove the battery pack set the computer to Hibernation Mode or save your data and shut down the computer Do not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected Battery pack W 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 W Do notremove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it will be lost When the computer is powered off in Standby Mode and the AC adaptor is not connected the main battery pack supplies power to maintain data and programs in memory If the battery pack s is completely discharged Standby Mode does not function and the computer loses all data in memory User s Manual 6 5 Power and Power Up Modes To ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery pack is fully discharged Refer to Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power through an AC adaptor for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the Battery indicator may not indicate a low batt
50. AM is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used Wi There are two types of DVD R discs authoring and general use discs Do not use authoring discs Only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive Wi 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 4 7 GB single sided capacity or 9 4 GB double sided capacity User s Manual 4 12 Operating Basics B Other DVD ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R RW or DVD R RW discs E Data written to a CD R DVD R DVD R disc cannot be deleted either in whole or in part Wi Data deleted erased from a CD RW DVD RW DVD RW and DVD 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 E In writing to a DVD R RW DVD R RW or DVD RAM disc some disc space is required for file management so you may not be able to write the full capacity of the disc E Since the disc is based on the DVD standard it might 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 B DVD RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows 2000 without DVD RAM Driver Software B When multiple drives that can
51. Control utility lets you control the audio volume in Windows for both playback and recording E To launch Volume Control for playback click Start point to All Programs point to Accessories point to Entertainment and click Volume Control Wi To launch Recording Control click Options point to Properties choose Recording and click OK E To view details of the Volume Control click Help on the Volume Control Microphone level The change the microphone gain follow the steps below 1 Click Start point to All Programs point to Accessories point to Entertainment and click Volume Control Click Options and point to Properties Select Recording and click OK Click Options and select Advanced Controls Click Advanced Check the Microphone Boost checkbox oc whn Audio controller T The audio controller can be powered down when the audio function is idle To enable Audio Power Management follow the steps below 1 Click Start point to All Programs point to Accessories point to Entertainment and click Volume Control 2 Double click the SigmaTel Audio icon Power management 1 Clicked the Advanced tab 2 Select the Enable Power Management check box 3 Input a time in Time to Power Saving State If the Enable Power Management check box is not selected the audio controller always runs Sound quality Adjust the equalizer settings to enhance sound quality User s Manual 4 19 Operating Basics
52. DVD RW DVD RAM Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD Super Multi drive Region codes are listed in the Fixed optical media drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour User s Manual 9 13 Troubleshooting Floppy disk drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Drive does not operate Some programs run correctly but others do not You cannot access the external 3 1 2 floppy disk drive PC Card Refer also to Chapter 8 Problem PC Card error occurs Procedure There may be a faulty cable connection Check the connection to the computer and to the drive The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software needs Try another floppy disk If you can access the floppy disk the original floppy disk not the drive is probably causing the problem If problems persist contact your dealer Optional Devices Procedure Reseat the PC Card to make sure it is firmly connected Make sure the connection between the external device and the card is firm Check the card s documentation If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 14 Troubleshooting Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation Touch pad Problem On screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation
53. Family User s Manual 1 3 Introduction Memory Slots E For Mobile Intel Celeron amp M processors 256 512 or 1 024 MB memory modules can be installed in the memory slot for a maximum of 1 024 MB system memory Before you install a new 1 024MB memory module PA3313U 1M1G you T purchased be sure to remove all memory modules already installed Moreover because the memory that is attached ahead exceeds it to capacity it is not possible to install it Video RAM Power Battery pack RTC battery AC adaptor E For Intel Pentium M processors 256 512 or 1 024 MB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots for a maximum of 2 048 MB system memory Maximum 64 MB of RAM is provided for video display Depending on the model purchased your computer is powered by one of the following rechargeable lithium ion battery packs E High Capacity battery pack 8800mAh E Battery pack 4400mAh The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock and calendar The universal AC adaptor provides power to the System and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord Because it is universal it can receive a range of AC voltage from 100 to 240 volts however the output current varies among different models Using the wrong model can damage your computer Refer to the AC adaptor section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour User s Manual 1 4 Introduction J
54. Front with the display open This section shows the front of the computer with the display open Refer to the appropriate illustration for details To open the display slide the display latch on the front of the display and lift up Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle Display hinge Display screen LCD Sensor switch Not shown Stereo speaker Stereo speaker Right Left Power button Touch pad Audio Video control buttons control buttons The front of the computer with the display open Audio Video control buttons are provided with some models Display hinge The display hinge holds the display screen at easy to view angles Display screen The LCD displays high contrast text and graphics The computer s LCD consists of up to 1024 x 768 pixels or 1400 x 1050 pixels Refer to Display Controller and Modes section in Appendix B When the computer operates on the AC adaptor the display screen s image will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power The lower brightness level is intended to save battery power Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system Touch pad control Control buttons below the Touch pad let you buttons select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on screen pointer User s Manual 2 8 The Grand Tour Touch pad A Tou
55. HIBA A50 Series Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer s front with its display panel in the closed position Display latch System indicators Front of the computer with display closed System LEDs let you monitor the status of various computer functions Details are given in the indicators dis System indicators section Display latch This latch secures the LCD panel in its closed position Slide the latch to open the display User s Manual The Grand Tour Left side The following figure shows the computer s left side i LINK IEEE1394 port PC Card slot Wireless communication Switch indicator Cooling vents Sos S000 ia Security lock External monitor port USB port Hia commu meaon The left side of the computer i LINK is provided with some models External monitor This 15 pin port lets you connect an external C port video display B Analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B compatible functions Cooling vents Cooling vents help prevent the CPU from overheating Do not block the cooling vents Also ensure that foreign objects are kept out of the vents as items such as pins or similar objects can damage the
56. LINK devices Not all i LINK devices have been tested Therefore compatibility with all i LINK devices cannot be guaranteed Use S100 S200 or S400 cables no longer than three meters Some devices might not support standby or automatic off functions 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 When multiple IEEE1394 devices are connected to a PC the devices may not correctly be identified This problem may occur when Windows XP is restarted while the devices are connected or when the power to the IEEE1394 devices is turned on before the PC is turned on If it occurs disconnect the IEEE 1394 cables and then reconnect them Disconnecting Y 1 2 3 Open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar Point to i LINK IEEE1394 device and click Disconnect the cable from the computer then from the i LINK device Refer also to the documentation that came with your i LINK device User s Manual 8 11 Optional Devices Security lock Security locks enable you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer The computer has a security lock slot on the left side Attach one end of a cable to a desk and the other end to the security lock slot 1 Turn the computer so the left side faces you 2 Align the holes for the security
57. M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 100 1400 x 1050 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 1600 x 1200 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual 75 85 1920 x 1440 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual IN Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD CRT simultaneous mode andLCD CRT Multi Monitor mode User s Manual B 9 Display Controller and Modes Display Settings 1 You cannot move from the Settings tab of Display Properties to the multi monitor when you are using the display of the computer and an external CRT display at the same time E The Settings tab is displayed in the following steps W Open Control Panel click Appearance and Themes W Click display W Select Settings tab Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors Display 1 Multiple Monitors on Intel R 82852 82855 GM GME Graphics Con v Screen resolution Color quality EEE More Highest 32 bi x 1024 by 768 pixels as uc a e this device ie primary monit Display Properties Wi The way to move to multi monitor Wi Press Ctrl Alt F12 keys to make Intel R 82852 82855 GM GME Graphics Controller Prope displayed See the figure below E Click in the left of Devi
58. N is functioning properly LAN active indicator This indicator glows orange when data is being orange exchanged between the computer and the LAN User s Manual 2 6 The Grand Tour Underside The following figure shows the underside of the computer Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer Battery release Battery pack Battery release latch 1 latch 2 Memory module cover 000000000000 f E lon g j I Mos G 00000000 L 088 li E C 6 Jema P ooon 0000000000 0000000000 I Go 000g00000000 The underside of the computer amp Battery release Slide this lock to release the battery pack for I me latch 1 removal pupur Battery release Slide and hold this latch to release the battery latch 2 pack for removal For detailed information on removing the battery packs refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected For detailed information on the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Memory module This cover protects one memory module socket cover one or noHibernation Mode module is preinstalled Refer to the Memory expansion section in Chapter 8 Optional Devices User s Manual 2 7 The Grand Tour
59. R Optical Character Recognition reader A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device online state A functional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data 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 parity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values integers both of which are either on or off odd or even O 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 password A unique string of characters used to identify a specific user The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user supervisor and eject pel The smallest area of the display that can be addressed by software Equal in size to a pixel or group of pixels See pixel peripheral component interconnect An industry standard 32 bit bus peripheral device An I O devi
60. S 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata ku Fukuoka Japan User s Manual xi International precautions CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN 60825 1 IFA 1 V SR CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TOEN60825 ADVERSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRALING VED ABNING NAR SIKKERHEDSAF BRYDER ER UDE AF FUNKTION UNDGA UDSAETTSLSE FOR STRALING CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference In case of any trouble with this model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure VORSICHT Dieses Ger t enth lt ein Laser System und ist als LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT klassifiziert F r den richtigen Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die Bedienungsanleitung sorgf ltig durch und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten benachrichtigen Sie bitte die n chste autorisierte Service Vertretung Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Ger t nicht ge ffnet werden ADVARSEL Denne maerking er anbragt udvendigt pa apparatet og indikerer at apparatet arbejder med laserst
61. Sela E REP bp s Xxix Introduction Equipment checklist 0 cece eee eee 1 1 Hardware 002s 1 1 SoftWare 22 acceenevbeseserteg 4e eR Addenda ete ds 1 2 Features car re heu ak uer x ea E RR 1 3 Special features 00 cece eee 1 10 Utilities 22 ee eet Sees eet eee ae ae eh Sex 1 13 Optioris ssec rr RR ERR E ee Yee RASEN 1 15 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed lssulesss 2 1 Left Sid s rm 2 2 i nirj m TEE 2 4 Backside IET 2 5 Underside 2 922 mx pd RE qe siae az S drea b eis 2 7 Front with the display open 00 c eee eee eee eee 2 8 System indicators 00 0c eee ee 2 10 Keyboard indicators 00 6 0 e eee eee 2 11 USB floppy disk drive optional sllessesese 2 12 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Fixed optical media drives lle 2 13 Region codes for DVD drives and media 4 2 13 Writable discs slssseee IIIA 2 14 CDS P eee hea a ee alee wine oa a 2 14 DVDS roe Scent Adult Gre teh a rte ara apne DARNOS 2 14 Formats bee Seabed obese oe ew dede ved ensis 2 14 DVD ROM drive sssssssesse 2 14 DVD ROM and CD R RW drive 200 00 ce eee eee 2 15 DVD R RW drive 2 15 DVD Super Multi drive llli 2 15 AG adaptor ills y een rA ERE REGE ES iei eds 2 16 Getting Started Setting up your work Space 2 2 0c cece eee 3 1 General conditions 000 0 c cec
62. TOSHIBA A50 Series 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 ANSI American National Standards Institute APM advanced power manager ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange 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 FIR fast infrared HDD hard disk drive IDE integrated drive electronics I O input output IrDA Infrared Data Association IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LCD liquid crystal display User s Manual Glossary 1 Glossary LED light emitting diode LSI large scale integration MS DOS Microsoft Disk Operating System OCR optical character recognition reader PCB printed circuit board PCI peripheral component interconnect RAM random access memory RGB red green and blue ROM read only memory RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface SIO serial input output SXGA super extended graphics array plus TFT thin film transistor UART universal asynchronous receiv
63. User s Manual Choose freedom TOSHIBA computers toshiba europe com Copyright 2004 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein TOSHIBA A50 Series Portable Personal Computer User s Manual First edition April 2004 Copyright authority for music movies computer programs data bases and other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home Any other use beyond that stipulated above including conversion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA A50 Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from error
64. Utility RecordNow Basic for TOSHIBA DLA for TOSHIBA TOSHIBA Console is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and services To access this power saving and management program click the Control Panel and select the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon This program lets you customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with your computer and the peripherals you use To start the utility click the Windows Start button and click Control Panel In the Control Panel select the TOSHIBA HW Setup icon This Windows program lets you define your own shortcut keys to quickly launch applications and speed your work in Windows To start the utility click the Windows Start button point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click Fn esse The DVD Video Player is used to play DVD Video It has an on screen interface and functions Click Start point to All Programs point to InterVideo WinDVD 5 then click InterVideo WinDVD 5 This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on the desktop or the application window You can create CD DVDs in several formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard stereo CD player and data CDs to store the files and folders on your hard disk drive This software can be used on a model with DVD ROM and CD R RW drive DVD R RW drive and DVD Super Multi drive DLA Drive Letter Access is the packet writing software which provi
65. W media Media quality can affect write or rewrite success rates CD R TAIYO YUDEN CO LTD Mitsui Chemicals Inc MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd For the special media listed below the following manufacturers are recommended W Multi Speed and High Speed CD ROM MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd E Ultra Speed CD ROM MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD R and CD RW media of the manufacturers above Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed E CD RW can generally be rewritten about 1 000 times However the actual number of rewrites is affected by the quality of the media and the way it is used Wi Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you write or rewrite Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software BW Do notrun software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU B Operate the computer at full power Do not use power saving features Bi 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 User s Manual 4 8 Operating Basics E Do notuse hard disk utilities including those intended to enhance HDD access speed They may cause unstable operation and damage data E Write from the computer
66. W drive DVD Super Multi drive Display Some models are equipped with a full size DVD R RW drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 CDs 12cm 4 72 DVDs without using an adaptor It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed It writes CD R at up to 16 speed CD RW at up to 10 speed DVD R at maximum 2 speed and DVD RW at single speed This drive supports the same following formats in addition to DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive B DVD R B DVD RW Some models are equipped with a full size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed It writes CD R at up to 16 speed CD RW at up to 8 speed DVD R at maximum 4 speed DVD RW at maximum 2 speed DVD R and DVD RW at maximum 2 4 speed DVD RAM at maximum 2 speed This drive supports the following formats in addition to DVD R RW drive B DVD R B DVD RW B DVD RAM The computer s LCD panel supports high resolution video graphics The screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability Built in Graphics controller 14 1 XGA TFT screen or 15 0 XGA SXGA TFT screen 16 M colors with one of the following resolutions W XGA 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels B SXG
67. able is securely connected to the function 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 Hardware icon Follow the on screen directions Restart Windows If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 19 Troubleshooting Modem LAN Problem Communication software can t initialize 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 Character display becomes garbled during a communication You cannot receive an incoming call Problem Cannot access LAN Procedure Make sure the computer s internal modem settings are correct Refer to Phone and Modem 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 You can also use the ATX command Make sure the settings are correct in your communications application Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your communications application is set correctly You can also use the ATD command The computer will automatically cut off communication when connection with the carrier is not successful for a set time interval Try lengthening this t
68. alled the central processing unit CPU one of the main parts of the computer mode A method of operation for example the boot mode Standby 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 motherboard A name sometimes used to refer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment It usually contains integrated circuits that perform the processor s basic functions and provides connectors for adding other boards that perform special functions Sometimes called a main board MP3 An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files User s Manual Glossary 9 Glossary non system disk A formatted floppy disk you can use to store programs and data but you cannot use to start the computer See system disk nonvolatile memory Memory usually read only ROM that is capable of permanently storing information Turning the computer s power off does not alter data stored in nonvolatile memory 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 0 OC
69. ally installed but are not compatible with the computer In this case the computer will issue a warning A beep will sound when you turn on the power The beep sound rings when incorrect memory is inserted Refer to Memory expansion section in Chapter 9 for details Expansion memory is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity Since human body has slight static electricity be sure to discharge static electricity from your body before installing an expansion memory module To discharge your body s static electricity simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands Use a point size O Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws Use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads User s Manual 8 4 Optional Devices Installing a memory module Follow the steps below to install a memory module 1 Setthe computer to boot mode and turn off the power 2 Remove all cables connected to the computer 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes 4 Remove the modem cover 5 Loosen the screw securing the memory module cover The screw is attached to the cover to prevent it from being lost 6 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off Removing the memory module cover 7 Lift one side of the insulator sheet and fit the module s connectors into the computer s connectors at
70. and folders A file or folder that has been cut may be lost if writing fails due to an error on the disc User s Manual 4 16 Operating Basics Video Note the following limitations when you write video to DVD B When installing or uninstalling and using InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum the computer should be set to system administrator or equivalent privilege B While you are editing DVD R RW R RW RAM you can display previews However if an application other than WinDVD is running the preview might not display properly To ensure proper display of previews do not start other applications while you are editing DVD R RW R RW RAM discs E Do not change the resolution or the number of screen colors while InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum is running Although the online manual and Help files indicate that JPEG files can be used in fact they cannot be used B InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum cannot make DVD Audio VideoCD and miniDVD E DVD R R RW discs cannot be written in VR format Wi it may take several hours for InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum to convert video to MPEG format and several hours more to save the MPEG file to a DVD Super Multi drive E You will need 2 GB of empty hard disk space for every hour to write to a DVD R RW R RW disc Wi You cannot edit or play copy protected content using InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum When WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum is used
71. apan User s Manual DVD R RW UJ 811BTJB A JN W The DVD R RW drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use i of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Wi Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure Wi 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label SERIAL NO MANUFACTURED COMPLIES WITH FDARADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 Panasonic Communications Co Ltd 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata ku Fukuoka Japan User s Manual X DVD Super Multi UJ 820 IN f I lt W The DVD Super Multi drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Wi Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure Wi 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label SERIAL NO MANUFACTURED COMPLIES WITH FDARADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARD
72. ater to secure the modem board 8 Connect the modem board cable and seat the modem board 9 Secure the modem board with two screws removed in step 97 10 Secure the cover with one screw 11 Reinstall the memory module cover and tighten the screw 12 Install the battery pack User s Manual Internal Modem Guide Removing the internal modem To remove the internal modem follow the steps below 1 RON o Non 9 Save your data and turn off the computer Disconnect the AC adaptor and any other peripheral device Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack Loosen the screw on the memory module cover next to the modem cover to remove the cover Loosen the screw securing the cover Remove the modem cover Remove two screws and remove the modem board Disconnect the modem cable Secure the modem cover with one screw 10 Reinstall the memory module cover and tighten the screw 11 Install the battery pack Refer to the installation procedures for details mess A02 0604JP User s Manual C 2 TOSHIBA A50 Series Appendix D Wireless LAN Card Specifications Form Factor Mini PCI Typelll Compatibility M IEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANS H Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Network Operating B Microsoft Windows Networking System Media Access B CSMA CA Collision
73. blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen data Information that is factual measurable or statistical that a computer can process store or retrieve data bits A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits binary digits used to make up a byte If data bits 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters If data bits 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters 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 delete To remove data from a disk or other data storage device Synonymous with erase 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 User s Manual Glossary 5 Glossary 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 disk storage Storing data on magnetic disk Data is arrang
74. cating a display device display mode you want to use in the left pane of the Devices tab User s Manual Display Controller and Modes 6 When the LCD internal liquid crystal display display mode is selected the Virtual Virtual Screen display mode can be set as follows However afterwards it may not possible to change the screen resolution to more than 1280 x 1024 pixels in Highest 32bit mode for example when you attempt to set the resolution to 1600 x 1200 using the Screen resolution slide bar and then select Highest 32bit mode from the Color quality drop down menu In these cases perform the steps below First use the Screen resolution slide bar to select the 1024 x 768 resolution and then change the resolution to more than 1280 x 1024 and select Highest 32bit from the Color quality drop down menu 7 With the factory preset settings when the system is started or resumed from the Hibernation Mode the Windows desktop screen is displayed on the display device used in the previous session if it is detected However you can specify the CRT external LCD as a default display device at a startup or when recovering from Hibernation sleep mode even when the LCD internal liquid crystal display was used in the previous session The Windows desktop screen will appear on the CRT external LCD To configure this setting install TOSHIBA Display Service for Ext Monitor and restart the machine in the following
75. ce 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 User s Manual Glossary 10 Glossary 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 Power Saver Utility A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power saving functions printed circuit board PCB A hardware component of a processor to which integrated circuits and other components are attached The board itself is typically flat and rectangular and constructed of fiberglass to form the attachment surface program A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result See also application prompt A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you Radio frequency interference RFI shield A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and TV interference All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals The FCC regulates the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding A Class A device i
76. ces tab See the figure below then select Extended Desktop User s Manual Display Controller and Modes 2 Bi Check that the Primary Device option is set to Notebook the internal display and the Secondary Device is set to Monitor the external CRT Intel R 82852 82855 GM GME Graphics Controller Prope Devices Color Schemes Hot Keys OpenGL Information p Extended Desktop Settings Primary Device Secondary Device Device Settings Cancel Apply Intel 82852 82855 GM GME Graphics Controller Properties In some cases DVD video playback images may not be displayed when the display of the computer and a CRT display are used at the same Reduce the resolution use the display of the computer only use the CRT display only or set display device in the multi monitor then play DVD Wi Please refer to External monitor in the online manual of Chapter 8 Optional Devices or the application guide for the setting of each display device The reproduced picture may be up and down slightly in some DVD titles when reproduced by WinDVD 5 0 The swing can be suppressed by the following procedure E Boot up WinDVD 5 0 and click the circled part shown in the following figure then select Display out of the list WinDVD 5 0 User s Manual Display Controller and Modes Wi The following sub panel is displayed then click the circle
77. ch pad located in the center of the palm rest is used to control the on screen pointer Refer to the Using the Touch pad section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Aate control previous I button Plays the previous track chapter data Play pause 9 I button Begins or pauses play Stop BI button Halts play Next p button Plays the next track chapter data Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics 3 If Random is selected in Windows Media Player selecting Next or Previous advances to a random selection Power button Press the power button to turn the computer s 5 power on and off LCD Sensor switch This switch senses when the LCD panel is closed or opened and activates the Panel Power Off On feature When you close the panel the computer enters Hibernation Mode and shuts down When you open the panel the computer starts in Hibernation Mode Use the TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility to enable or disable this feature The default is enabled Refer to the TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility and Panel Power Off On items in Chapter 1 ntroduction for details on settings 3 Do not put a magnetic object close to the switch The computer will automatically enter Hibernation Mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off features are disabled User s Manual 2 9 The Grand Tour System indicators o 008 Ot dog DC IN 15V Power Battery Built in HDD System indicators The DC IN 15V indicator glows green when DC pow
78. computer is turned off The next time the computer is turned on the previous state is restored The hibernation feature does not save the status of peripheral devices N E Save your data While entering Hibernation Mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the HDD 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 Disk indicator to go out W Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Hibernation Mode Data will be lost User s Manual 3 9 Getting Started T Benefits of hibernation The hibernation feature provides the following benefits Wi Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery For the computer to shut down in Hibernation Mode the hibernation feature must be enabled in two places the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Otherwise the computer will shut down in Standby Mode If battery power becomes depleted data saved in Standby Mode will be lost Wi You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer B Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System hibernate feature E You can use the panel power off feature Starting Hibernation
79. configuration matches your software s needs Check the CD DVD s documentation Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video 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 Addressing Method 2 Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD ROM drive Region codes are listed in the Fixed optical media drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 9 Troubleshooting DVD ROM and CD R RW For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure You cannot access a Make sure the drive s drawer is securely closed CD DVD in the drive Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drawer and make sure the CD DVD 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 CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning Some CD DVDs run The software or hardware configuration may be correctly but others do causing a problem Make sure the hardware not configuration matches your software s need
80. creases 5 4 brightness increases 5 5 controller 1 6 B 1 hinge 2 8 opening 3 7 Documentation list 1 2 DVD Super Multi drive 1 6 location 2 4 using 4 3 writing 4 10 DVD R RW drive 1 6 location 2 4 using 4 3 writing 4 10 DVD ROM drive 1 5 location 2 4 using 4 3 User s Manual Index 1 Index Environment 3 1 Equipment checklist 1 1 Equipment setup general conditions 3 2 placement 3 2 Ergonomics lighting 3 4 seating and posture 3 3 work habits 3 4 F Floppy disk 1 5 using 4 2 Fn Ctrl enhanced keyboard s simulation 5 3 Fn Enter 5 3 Fn Esc sound mute 5 3 Fn F1 instant security 5 3 Fn F2 power save mode 5 4 Fn F3 standby 5 4 Fn F4 hibernation 5 4 Fn F5 display selection 5 4 Fn F6 Display Brightness de creases 5 4 Fn F7 Display Brightness in creases 5 5 Fn F8 Wireless setting 5 5 Fn F9 Touch Pad 5 5 Fn Sticky key 5 6 Function keys 5 2 G Graphics controller 1 6 Hard disk drive 1 5 automatic power off 1 10 Heat dispersal 1 12 4 27 Hibernation 1 12 5 4 HW Setup 1 13 accessing 7 1 boot Priority 7 5 CPU 7 5 device Config 7 4 display 7 4 general 7 2 keyboard 7 8 LAN 7 8 USB 7 8 window 7 1 I i LINK 1 7 2 3 8 10 connecting 8 11 disconnecting 8 11 precautions 8 10 K Keyboard 1 7 5 1 emulating keys on en hanced 5 2 F1 F12 function keys 5 2 hot keys 5 3 typewriter keys
81. ct in the drawer could block laser light from reading the CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning User s Manual 9 11 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Some CD DVDs run The software or hardware configuration may correctly but others do becausing a problem Make sure the hardware not configuration matches your software s needs Check the CD DVD s documentation Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW 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 Addressing Method 2 Recordable CD DVD R DVD RW Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD R RW drive Region codes are listed in the Fixed optical media drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing make sure you are observing the following precautions B Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA E Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing Wi Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording Wi Do not run or start other software during writing W Do notjar the computer dur
82. d click OK If no password is set the screen will be restored when you press any key or press the Touch pad User s Manual 5 3 The Keyboard on Power save mode Pressing Fn F2 changes the power save mode If you press Fn F2 in a Windows environment the Power Save Mode is displayed in a dialog box Continue holding down Fn and press F2 again to change the setting You can also change this setting through the profile item in TOSHIBA Power Saver HAE Standby When you press Fn F3 the computer enters Standby Mode To avoid entering Standby unexpectedly a dialog box appears for verification However if you select the check box it will not appear in the future aga Hibernation When you press Fn F4 the computer enters Hibernation Mode To avoid entering Hibernation Mode unexpectedly a dialog box appears for verification However if you select the check box it will not appear in the future ea Display selection Press Fn F5 to change the active display device When you press these hot keys a dialog box appears Only selectable devices will be displayed Hold down Fn and press F5 again to change the device When you release Fn and F5 the selected device will change If you hold down these hot keys for five seconds the selection will return to LCD age LCD Display Brightness Pressing Fn F6 decreases the display brightness in decrements When you press these hot keys the current setting wil
83. d part as shown in the figures below Video Window Normal IE Deinterlace Auto ow p WinDVD 5 0 Sub panel E The following Set up screen is displayed then remove the check of Use Hardware Decode Acceleration The check of Use Hardware Color Acceleration is removed automatically Preferences Control Audio Video Region Information Video Hardware Configuratio LJUse Hardware Decode Acceleration Q Use Hardware Color Acceleration TV Output Configuration Preferred TV Output Resolution Don t Change Startup in Full Screen mode DK Cancel Apply Setup HM Click OK button The Set up tab closes automatically 4 The DVD video overlay is not displayed when the display mode of CRT display is set to high resolution and high refresh rate mode at LCD CRT simultaneous or multi monitor Please decrease the resolution and refresh rate of CRT display 5 When the display mode is TV or simultaneous LCD internal liquid crystal display TV and the system goes into Standby or Hibernation Mode you can switch to the LCD internal liquid crystal display display mode by pressing Fn F5 Under this environment however you may not return to the TV or simultaneous LCD internal liquid crystal display TV display mode In these cases perform the following steps Press Ctrl Alt F12 to select Intel R 82852 82855 GM GME Graphics Controller Prope Then click the icon indi
84. d up and stretch or exercise briefly Exercise and stretch your wrists and hands a number of times during the day Frequently look away from the computer and focus your eyes on a distant object for several seconds for example 30 seconds every 15 minutes Take frequent short breaks instead of one or two long breaks for example two or three minutes every half hour Have your eyes examined regularly and visit a doctor promptly if you suspect you might be suffering from a repetitive strain injury A number of books are available on ergonomics and repetitive strain injury or repetitive stress syndrome For more information on these topics or for pointers on exercises for such stress points as hands and wrists please check with your library or book vendor Also refer to the computer s Safety Instruction Manual User s Manual 3 4 Getting Started Installing the battery pack To install a battery follow the steps below Te Qs c 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 Do not touch the latch while holding the computer Or you may get injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch Please do not push the power button before installing the battery pack Turn the computer s power off Disconnec
85. des the function which writes files and or folders to DVD RW DVD RW or CD RW disc via a drive letter like a floppy disk or other removable disks Introduction TOSHIBA PC TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool displays the basic DiagnosticTool information on PC and the test of built in devices can also be performed You can boot TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool from the menu bar as follows Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication device and network connections ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between location and communication networks To run ConfigFree click the Windows Start button select All Programs followed by TOSHIBA followed by Networking and then click ConfigFree TOSHIBA Touch pad Pressing Fn F9 in a Windows environment On Off Utility enables or disables the Touch pad function When you press these hot keys the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon TOSHIBA Touch and TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is a tool that allows Launch you to perform various tasks easily using the Touch pad TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is useful in the following conditions Wi To open a file located on the desktop whose icon is obscured by a window E To open a page contained in the Internet Explorer Favorites menu E To display the list of currently open
86. e 1 key while holding down the Fn key aga TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge 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 5 The Keyboard Fn Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the Fn key sticky that is you can press it once release it and then press an F number key To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility click start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click Accessibility Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows Windows logo key activates the start menu and the other the application key has the same function as the secondary mouse button Am as This key activates the Windows start menu This key has the same function as the secondary 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 gray letters make up the numeric keypad overlay The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on the 101 102 key enhanced keyboard described previously 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 F10 The Arrow mode F10 indicat
87. e best use of your equipment Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions User s Manual xxix TOSHIBA A50 Series Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist and it identifies the computer s features options and accessories N Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer Save the box and packing materials for future use Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items BW TOSHIBA A50 Series Portable Personal Computer E Universal AC adaptor and power cord B Modular cable for modem It is necessary to install the battery to use this computer Refer to Installing the battery pack section in Chapter 3 Getting Started 1 User s Manual Introduction Software Windows XP Home Edition or Professional E The following software is preinstalled Microsoft amp Windows XP Home Edition or Professional Modem driver Display Driver for Windows TOSHIBA Utilities Wireless LAN driver Can be used only for Wireless LAN models Sound Driver for Windows DVD Video Player LAN Driver Pointing device Driver TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA User s Manual TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Config Free TOSHIBA Touch and Launch TOSHIBA Touch pad
88. e 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 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 hardware The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system typically the computer itself external disk drives etc See also software and firmware hertz A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second hexadecimal The base 16 numbering system composed of the digits 0 through 9 and the letters A B C D E and F host computer The computer that controls regulates and transmits information to a device or another computer 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 HW Setup A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components User s Manual Glossary 7 Glossary icon A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel In Windows an icon represents an object that the user can manipulate i LINK IEEE1394 Thi
89. e configuration options stop program execution and access the numeric keypad overlay software The set of programs procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system Specifically refers to computer programs that direct and control the computer system s activities See also hardware stop bit One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications subpixel Three elements one red one green and blue RGB that make up a pixel on the color LCD The computer sets subpixels independently each may emit a different degree of brightness See also pixel synchronous Having a constant time interval between successive bits characters or events 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 Touch pad A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest TTL Transistor transistor logic A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage
90. e eee eee 3 2 Placement of the computer 0 0 00 elles 3 2 Seating and posture 0 0 ee tee 3 3 LQG t ecoute ed EROS E ERU RA Fund nO CU E fe 3 4 Work habits pre Mea ie Pia ede epee RE ERES 3 4 Installing the battery pack 0 0c cee eee eee 3 5 Connecting the AC adaptor 2 cee eee ee eee 3 6 Opening the display elles eee eene 3 7 Turning on the power 2 0c ce eee n eee eee 3 8 Windows XP setup 20 c cece eee eee eee eee 3 8 Turning off the power 002 e cece teen eee 3 9 Shut Down mode Boot mode 00 00 esee essen 3 9 Hibernation Mode uper hee Rd RERBA deed re edd 3 9 Standby Mode i e pee Face Rege d ns 3 11 Restarting the computer 0 0 00 cece eee eee eee 3 12 Restoring the preinstalled software 00 eee eee eee 3 13 Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers 3 13 Operating Basics Using the Touch pad 0 cece eee eee 4 1 Using the USB floppy disk drive 0c cee eee eee 4 2 Connecting 3 1 2 floppy disk drive 0 0 0 e eee 4 2 Disconnecting 3 1 2 floppy disk drive 00085 4 3 Using optical media drives s eee eee 4 3 Loading CISCS 24 Sr ee hese aie dus ded Gee ea ge 4 4 Removing discs fie uestes sto sa KORR RUE Diea 4 6 Audio Video controls 0 cece eee eee eee 4 7 Next and Previous buttons 0 0 0 00 e eee eee 4 7 Play Pause and Stop buttons
91. e fully understood before you attempt to use it This manual contains the safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or could damage your Wireless Products Limitation of Liability For damage occurring due to an earthquake or thunder fire beyond our responsibility action by third party other accident intentional or accidental mistakes by a user misuse use under abnormal conditions we do not take any responsibility For incidental damage loss of business profit business interruption etc occurring due to use or disability of the product we do not take any responsibility For damage occurring due to non observance of the contents described in the instruction manual we do not take any responsibility For damage occurring due to erroneous operation or hang up caused by use in combination with products not related to our company we do not take any responsibility User s Manual xviii General Precautions Usage Restrictions Do not use the Wireless Products for controlling the following equipment B Equipment directly linked with human life corresponding to the following Medical equipment such as life support systems equipment used in operations etc Exhaust systems for gases such as poisonous gas etc and exhaust systems for smoke Equipment that must be set up in compliance with various laws such as the Fire Services Act the Construction
92. e not supported at LCD CRT simultaneous mode and LCD CRT Multi Monitor mode User s Manual B 4 Display Controller and Modes Table 2 Video modes 855GME continued Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 480 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 100 1400 x 1050 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 1600 x 1200 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual 75 85 2048 x 1536 64K 64K 64K 64K 60 Virtual 75 Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD CRT simultaneous mode and LCD CRT Multi Monitor mode User s Manual B 5 Display Controller and Modes Table 2 Video modes 855GME continued Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 480 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 800 x 600 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1024 x 768 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 75 85 100 1280 x 1024 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 100 1400 x 1050 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual with XGA Panel only 75 85 1600 x 1200 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual 75 85 100 1920 x 1440 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual 75 85 2048 x 1536 16M 16M 16M 16M 60 Virtual 75 Some SVGA modes are not supported at LCD CRT simultaneous mode and LCD CRT Multi Monitor mode
93. e strain to your hands wrists or other joints Proper ambient conditions should also be maintained for the computer s operation This section discusses the following topics User s Manual General conditions Placement of the computer Seating and posture Lighting Work habits Getting Started General conditions In general if you are comfortable so is your computer but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the computer and easily accessible The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade 41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may occur Keep the computer free of dust moisture and exposure to direct sunlight Keep the computer away from heat sources such as electric heaters Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals Do not place the computer near objects that create strong magnetic fields e g stereo speakers Some components in the computer including data storage media can be damaged by magnets Do not place the computer near magnetic objects or bring magnetic objects close to the computer Be careful of objects such as stereo speakers that produce strong magnetic fields during operation
94. earch the next device in the boot priority for a boot command User s Manual 7 7 HW Setup and Passwords Network Boot Protocol This feature sets the protocol to remotely boot from the network PXE Sets PXE as the protocol Default RPL Sets RPL as the protocol Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Standby 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 Standby Mode Enabled Enables Wake up on Keyboard Disabled Disables Wake up on Keyboard Default LAN Built in LAN This feature enables or disables the Built in LAN Enabled Enables Built in LAN functions Default Disabled Disables Built in LAN functions USB USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation Use this option to enable or disable USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation item to Enabled Enabled Enables the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation Default Disabled Disables the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation USB FDD Legacy Emulation Use this option to enable or disable USB FDD Legacy Emulation Enabled Enables the USB FDD Legacy Emulation Default Disabled Disables the USB FDD Legacy Emulation User s Manual 7 8 TOSHIBA A50 Series Chapter 8 Optional Devices User s Manual Optional devic
95. ected to recharge the battery Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and charging the battery Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged Under any other conditions the indicator does not light If the battery becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and the battery indicator will go out When the battery s temperature falls to a normal range charge will resume This occurs whether the computer s power is on or off DC IN 15V indicator Check the DC IN 15V indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected Green Flashing orange No light Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and supplying proper power to the computer Indicates a problem with the power supply Plug the AC adaptor into another outlet If it still does not operate properly contact your dealer Under any other conditions the indicator does not light User s Manual 6 3 Power and Power Up Modes Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status Green Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on Blinking orange Indicates power is being supplied to the computer while the computer is in Standby Mode The indicator turns on for one second and off for two seconds No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery types The computer has two types of batteries Wi Battery
96. ection in Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords 4 Follow the on screen instructions 5 Ifyourcomputer came with additonal software installed this software can not be recovered from the Product Recovery disk Re install these applications e g Works Suite DVD Player Games etc separately from other media Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers If Windows is working properly individual drivers or applications can be separately restored Use the Tools amp Utilities CD ROM according to instructions in the booklet contained in the CD box to reinstall TOSHIBA utilities and drivers User s Manual 3 13 TOSHIBA A50 Series Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the Touch pad the optional USB floppy disk drive optical media drives audio video controls sound system modem the wireless LAN and LAN It also provides tips on caring for your computer and on heat dispersal Using the Touch pad To use the Touch pad simply touch and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go Eo Touch pad Touch pad control buttons Touch pad and To ch pad control buttons Two buttons below the keyboard are used like the buttons on a mouse pointer 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 softwa
97. ed on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record display A CRT LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output documentation The set of manuals and or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions 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 volumes 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 echo To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device You can display the information on the screen or output it to the printer or both When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT or other peripheral device and then retransmits the data to printer the printer is said to echo the CRT erase See delete escape 1 A code ASCII code 27 signaling the computer that what follows are commands used with pe
98. emory modules Problem You hear a pattern of beeps Two beeps a long beep followed by a short beep indicates there is a defective memory module in slot A Three beeps a long beep followed by two short beeps indicates there is a defective memory module in slot B When both patterns are heard both memories in slot A and B are defective The computer will not start and the following sequence of beeps sounds Long short short short The computer will not start and the following sequence of beeps sounds Long short The computer will not start and the following sequence of beeps sounds Long short short The computer will not start and the following sequence of beeps sounds Long short no sound long short short 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 Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripheral devices 2 Remove the battery 3 Remove the memory module 4 Replace the battery and or connect the AC adaptor 5 Turn on the power If problems persist contact your dealer There is a total of 2GB of memory in the memory slots Unsupported memory with SPD is installed in Slot A Unsupported memory with SPD is installed in Slot B Unsupported memory modules with SPD are installed in both Slot A and B User s Manual 9
99. en 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 Data written to a CD R DVD R DVD R disc cannot be deleted either in whole or in part User s Manual 4 15 Operating Basics 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 Click the Options button SS on the RecordNow Console to open the Options panels 2 Select the Data in the left side menu 3 Mark the Verify data written to the disc after burning check box in the Data Options 4 Click the OK button DLA for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use DLA Wi This software supports only rewritable discs DVD RW DVD RW and CD RW It does not support DVD R DVD R and CD R discs that are not rewritable W DLA does not support formatting the DVD RAM disc and writing to it They are performed by DVD RAM Driver Software The proper software works according to the disc inserted in the drive Wi Do not use any discs that have been formatted with packet writing software other than DLA Similarly do not use any discs that have been formatted with DLA with any packet writing software other than DLA When using a disc you are not familiar with format it by selecting Full Format before using it E Do not use the Cut amp Paste function for files
100. er devices or machines in the near surrounding area HM Malfunction of or data loss from this product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non approved working environments before use In the case of automobiles or aircraft the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission before use of this product Furthermore for general safety reasons the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted Network connection Class A warning Ifthis product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a network Class A radiation limits will be observed in accordance with technical conventions This means that if the product will be used in a domestic environment other devices in the near surrounding area may suffer interference Consequently please do not use this product in such environments for example a living room otherwise you could be held responsible for any ensuing interference Information on the secure use of the CD RW Even if your software gives no indication that any problems have occurred you should always check to ensure that information has been successfully stored on recordable optical media CD R CD RW and so forth Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products like other radio
101. er is supplied from the AC power adaptor If the adaptor s output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunctions this indicator flashes orange The Power indicator glows green when the computer is on If you select Standby from Shut Down Windows this indicator flashes orange one second on two seconds off while the computer shuts down The Battery indicator shows the condition of the battery s charge Green indicates full charge orange indicates battery charging and flashing orange indicates a low battery charge Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes The Built in HDD indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the hard disk User s Manual 2 10 The Grand Tour Keyboard indicators The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the Caps Lock indicator When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cursor When the F11 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers Numeric Mode indicator Arrow Mode indicator Keypad overlay indicators When the Caps Lock indicator glows the keyboard is in all caps mode Caps Lock indicator Caps Lock This indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are locked in uppercase Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights green you can use the keypad overlay gray labeled keys as cursor keys Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard keys for nu
102. er s Manual 4 11 Operating Basics Before writing or rewriting J B Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest the following manufacturers of CD R RW and DVD R R RW RW RAM disc 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 TAIYO YUDEN CO LTD Mitsui Chemicals Inc MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW High Speed MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION Multi Speed RICOH Co Ltd DVD R DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYO YUDEN CO LTD PIONEER VIDEO CORPORATION Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd DVD R MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd DVD RW DVD Specifications for Rerecordable Disc for Version 1 1 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION DVD RW MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd DVD RAM DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 or Version 2 1 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd This drive cannot use discs that allow writing of 8 speeds or more DVD R DVD R or 4 speeds or more DVD RW DVD RW Wi Ifthe 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 E The actual number of rewrites to CD RW DVD RW DVD RW or DVD R
103. er transmitter USB Universal Serial Bus UXGA ultra extended graphics array VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array VRT voltage reduction technology XGA 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 allocate To assign a space or function for a specific task alphanumeric Keyboard characters including letters numbers and other symbols such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols alternating current AC Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals analog signal A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to are an analog of the value to be transmitted Voice communications are analog signals ANSI American National Standards Institute An organization established to adopt and define standards for a variety of technical disciplines For example ANSI defined the ASCII standard and other information processing requirements antistatic A material used to prevent the buildup of static electricity User s Manual Glossary 2 Glossary application A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accou
104. ery condition Real Time Clock battery J 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 B RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent Press F1 key to set Date Time The computer s RTC battery is a Ni MH 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 E You can change the settings of the Real Time Clock by pressing F1 in response to the above prompt W After configuring the time and date for the Real Time Clock battery we recommend that you turn the power status of your computer to ON so that the Real Time Clock battery is charged Refer to Chapter 9 Troubleshooting for the detail User s Manual 6 6 Power and Power Up Modes 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 pack Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operation and maximum
105. ery power until the battery is fully discharged then recharge the battery User s Manual 6 10 Power and Power Up Modes Monitoring battery capacity i Remaining battery power can be monitored in TOSHIBA Power Saver W Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and to calculate the remaining operating time based on the current power consumption rate and remaining battery capacity The actual remaining operating time may differ slightly from the calculated time With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease Therefore an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged In this case TOSHIBA Power Saver will indicate a 10096 charge for both the old and new battery but the displayed estimated time remaining will be shorter for the older battery 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 which can be set in TOSHIBA Power Saver to conserve battery power This mode has the following options CPU processing speed Screen brightne
106. es can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This chapter describes connection or installation of the following devices which are available from your TOSHIBA dealer Cards memory m PC Card B Memory expansion Power devices E Additional battery pack E Additional AC adaptor E Battery charger Peripheral devices E USB floppy disk drive B External monitor E TV E i LINK IEEE1394 Other B Security lock Optional Devices PC Card The computer is equipped with a PC Card expansion slot that can accommodate one 5 mm Type II card Any PC Card that meets industry standards manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor can be installed The slot supports 16 bit PC Cards including PC Card 16 s multifunction card and CardBus PC Cards CardBus supports the new standard of 32 bit PC Cards The bus provides superior performance for the greater demands of multimedia data transmission Inserting a PC Card The PC Card connector is located on the left side of the computer Windows hot install feature lets you insert PC Cards while the computer s power is on T W Do not insert a PC Card while the computer is in standby or Hibernation j Mode Some cards might not work properly E A hard disk drives or CD ROM DVD ROM connected to a 16 bit PC Card might affect the performance of the computer s sound system and data transmission including slower transmission speeds and dialing errors To insert a PC Card foll
107. es not respond to mouse operation 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 Setthe 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 Setthe 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 XP documentation for information on checking the drivers If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 16 Troubleshooting Memory expansion Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices for information on installing m
108. ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Wi Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE MANUFACTURED TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1 1 SHIBAURA 1 CHOME MINATO KU TOKYO 105 8001 JAPAN User s Manual vi DVD R RW SD R6112 SD R6332 AN W The DVD R RW drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use i of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Wi Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure Wi 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE MANUFACTURED TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1 1 SHIBAURA 1 CHOME MINATO KU TOKYO 105 8001 JAPAN User s Manual vii HITACHI LG DVD ROM amp CD R RW GCC 4241N e Bb The DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive
109. f your computer to ON so that the Real Time Clock battery is charged User s Manual 9 6 Troubleshooting Password Problem Procedure Cannot enter or forgot Contact your dealer password T For information on setting a password refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup and j Passwords Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration For more information refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard Problem Procedure Some letter keys Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not produce numbers selected Press Fn F10 and try typing again Output to screen is Make sure the software you are using is not garbled remapping the keyboard Remapping involves reassigning the meaning of each key Refer to your software s documentation If you are still unable to use the keyboard consult your dealer LCD panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer s setup Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for more information Problem Procedure No display Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display priority to make sure it is not set for an external monitor Problems above Refer to your software s documentation to remain unresolved or determine if the software is causing the difficulty other problems occur Run the diagnostic test Contact your dealer if the problems continue User s Manual 9 7 Troubleshooting Hard disk drive Problem Procedure Computer does not Check if a floppy d
110. fab and TV icon 5 Change TV Standard type and Apply and OK LCD TV Mode Dual Display Clone Extended Desktop 1 Click start and click Control Panel 2 Double click the Display icon to open the Display Properties window 3 Click the Settings tab and click the Advanced button 4 Click Intel Extreme Graphics2 for Mobile click Graphics Properties se ect Device fab 5 Select Device Settings 6 Change TV Standard type and enter OK at Device Settings and Apply and OK at Intel 82852 82855 GM GME Graphics Controller Property There are 10 TV standard types in the list but please select one of following three TV standard types B NTSC M for the United States W NTSC J for Japan E PAL B for Europe Changing the resolution If you want to change the resolution follow the steps below 1 Open Display properties and select the Settings tab 2 Select Advanced 3 4 Select a resolution from the menu Select the Adapter tab then select List all modes User s Manual 8 9 Optional Devices i LINK IEEE1394 Some models are equipped with an i LINK connector i LINK IEEE1394 is used for high speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as Digital video cameras Hard disk drives MO drives CD RW drives 3 i LINK uses a four pin connector which does not carry power External T devices will need their own power supply Precautions Make a back up of your data before tra
111. face Chapter 4 Operating Basics includes instructions on using the following devices Touch pad optional USB floppy disk drive Audio Video controls Sound System optical media drives modem wireless communication and LAN It also provides tips on care of the computer floppy disks and CD DVDs Chapter 5 The Keyboard describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes gives details on the computer s power resources and battery save modes Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords explains how to configure the computer using the HW 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 The Appendices provide technical information about your computer The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text The ndex quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary
112. g an accident due to malfunction Monitor possible radio interference or other troubles to other equipment while the product is used If any effect is caused turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch Otherwise radio waves can potentially affect other equipment thereby causing an accident due to malfunction When using the product in a car check with the automobile dealer if the car has an adequate electromagnetic compatibility EMC Radio waves of the product can potentially hamper safe driving Depending on car model the product can rarely affect car electronic equipment if it is used in a car NOTE Do not use this product in the following places Near a microwave oven or other environment which generates a magnetic field Near any place or equipment that generates static electricity or radio interference Depending on the environment in a place where radio waves cannot reach the product User s Manual XX TOSHIBA A50 Series Table of Contents Chapter 1 Chapter 2 User s Manual General Precautions Preface Manual contents 2 scr ler rm ex RR eee xxvii Conventions s2 luere eee eee ede hr rra hann xxviii Abbreviations 00 000 e xxviii ICONS emera dock aod Sader E eae TI IE go ue a a E xxviii KEYS ices coe ee ana ag aaa a ea EDENDI xxviii Key operation coi bs eae Miwa bao res deed eR S Xxix Display ienai ee a E E een a a A EE eee XX X Messages odiei et niaaa Shab
113. ge Standby Mode T If you have to interrupt your work you can turn off the power without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory When you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off W When the AC adaptor is connected the computer will go into Standby Mode according to the settings in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility Wi 7o restore operation from Standby Mode press the power button or press any key The latter action works only if Wake up on Keyboard is enabled in HW Setup W fthe computer automatically enters Standby Mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer wakes up from Standby E 7o prevent the computer from automatically entering Standby Mode disable Standby in TOSHIBA Power Saver That action however will nullify the computer s Energy Star compliance E Before entering Standby Mode be sure to save your data E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby Mode The computer or the module could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory will be lost E fyou carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital be sure to shut down the computer in Hibernation Mode or in shutdown mode to avoid radio signal interference Benefits of Standby Mode The S
114. h to the right to turn it on and to the left to turn it off e Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals Check the indicator It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off User s Manual 4 23 Operating Basics LAN Wireless communication indicator The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communication functions Indicator status Indication Indicator off Wireless communication switch is set to off utomatic power down because of overheating Power malfunction Wireless communication switch is on Wireless LAN is turned on by an application Indicator glows If you used the Task Bar to disable W LAN restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize W LAN Open or click the following start Control Panel System Hardware Device Manager Network adapters Atheros AR5001X Wireless Network Adapter or Intel PRO Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter or Intel PRO Wireless 2100A LAN Mini PCI Adapter or Intel PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection and enable The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE Tx This section describes how to connect disconnect to a LAN LAN cable types The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings cou
115. he battery pack is generally about 500 recharges If the Battery indicator flashes orange shortly after fully recharging the battery 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 follow the steps below Roos mol When handling battery packs do not 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 Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it will be lost In Hibernation Mode data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Built in HDD indicator to go out Do not touch the latch while holding the computer Or you may get injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch 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 User s Manual 6 13 Power and Power Up Modes 5 Slide and hold the battery release latch 2 to free the battery pack after moving the battery release latch 1 into its unlock p
116. he media upon which it is being transferred 2 the ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component User s Manual Glossary 4 Glossary components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system computer program A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result computer system A combination of hardware software firmware and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information 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 controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller co processor A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations CPS Characters Per Second Typically used to indicate the transmission speed of a printer CPU Central Processing Unit The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions CRT Cathode Ray Tube A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen producing luminous spots An example is the television set cursor A small
117. he model of AC adaptor that comes with the BE computer Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer Backside The following figure shows the computer s back panel It differs depending on the model Video out jack LAN active Link indicator indicator orange green f T Y X J li T ga e CIC USB port Modem jack LAN jack The backside of the computer Universal Serial Bus A Universal Serial Bus port is on the back side ec USB 2 0 port Refer to the Left side section for details Video out jack Plug an S Video cable into this jack for video out S3 The S Video cable carries video signals User s Manual 2 5 The Grand Tour E Modem jack In areas where an internal modem is installed as standard equipment there is a modem jack that lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a telephone line E n case of a lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack W Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adaptor has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE Tx The LAN has two indicators Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details Link indicator This indicator glows green when the computer is green connected to a LAN and the LA
118. hort 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 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened User s Manual 6 8 Power and Power Up Modes 6 Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely Standby and Suspend will not function and data in memory will be lost Also the computer might register an incorrect time and date In this case connect the AC adaptor to recharge the batteries 7 Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Suspend or Standby Mode 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 After the battery pack is charged avoid leaving the AC adaptor connected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery pack can damage the
119. i drive refer also to the Writing CD DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive section for precautions on writing to CDs DVDs User s Manual 4 3 Operating Basics Loading discs To load CD DVDs follow the steps below and refer to the figures 1 a When the power is on press the DVD ROM eject button to open the drawer slightly Eject button Pressing the DVD ROM eject button b Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the DVD ROM drive 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 2 Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened Pulling the drawer open User s Manual 4 4 Operating Basics 3 Lay the CD DVD label side up in the drawer Inserting a CD DVD RT When the drawer is fully opened the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the CD DVD tray Therefore you will need to turn the CD DVD at an angle when you place it in the tray After seating the CD DVD however make sure it lies flat as shown in the figure above W Do not touch the laser lens Doing so could cause misalignment E Keep foreign matter from entering the drive Check the back edge of the tray to make sure it carries no debris before closing the drive 4 Press gently at the center of the CD DVD un
120. ime interval Check the error control setting in your communications application You can also use the AT N command In data transmission make sure the parity bit and stop bit settings correspond with those of the remote computer Check the flow control and communication protocol Check the rings before auto answer setting in your communications application You can also use the ATSO command If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN hub If problems persist consult your LAN administrator User s Manual 9 20 Troubleshooting 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 Printer Problem Printer does not turn on Computer printer do not communicate Printer error Procedure Make sure the computer s wireless communication switch is set to on If problems persist contact your LAN administrator Procedure Check that the printer is connected to an electric outlet Make sure the outlet is supplying power by plugging in an appliance Make sure the printer is turned on and is online ready to use Inspect the cable connecting the printer to the computer for damage Make sure it is securely connected A parallel printer connects
121. immediately after shutting down B Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the system For example if E You change certain computer settings Wi An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands Wi There are three ways to reset the computer system 1 Click start then click Turn off computer From the Turn off computer menu select Restart 2 Press Ctrl Alt Del to display the Windows Task Manager then select Shutdown and Restart 3 Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds Wait 10 to 15 seconds then turn the power on again by pressing the power button User s Manual 3 12 Getting Started Restoring the preinstalled software If preinstalled files are damaged use the Product Recovery Media to restore them Restoring the complete system 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 Load the Product Recovery disk in the optical media drive and turn off the computer s power 2 Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears release the F12 key 3 Use the left or right cursor key to select the CD ROM DVD ROM icon in the display menu For details refer to the Boot Priority s
122. ing writing W Do not connect disconnect external devices or install remove internal cards during writing If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 12 Troubleshooting DVD Super Multi drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem You cannot access a CD DVD in the drive Some CD DVDs run correctly but others do not Procedure Make sure the drive s drawer is securely closed Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drawer and make sure the CD DVD isproperly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the drawer could block laser light from reading the CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software s needs Check the CD DVD s documentation Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Videol DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM 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 Addressing Method 2 Recordable CD CD R CD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD R
123. interface controller is used for CD DVD ROM operation When the computer is accessing a CD DVD an indicator on the drive glows Region codes for DVD drives and media DVD ROM DVD ROM and CD R RW DVD R RW DVD Super Multi drives and 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 Region Canada United States Japan Europe South Africa Middle East Southeast Asia East Asia Australia New Zealand Pacific Islands Central America South America Caribbean Russia Indian Subcontinent Africa North Korea Mongolia China User s Manual 2 13 The Grand Tour Writable discs This section describes the types of writable CD DVD discs Check the specifications for your drive for the type of discs it can write Use RecordNow to write compact discs Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics CDs CD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed B CD RW discs can be recorded more than once Use either 1 2 or 4 multi speed CD RW discs or high speed 4 to 10 speed discs The write speed of the ultra speed CD RW discs Ultra speed is available on the DVD ROM and CD R RW drive only is a maximum of 24 speed DVDs W DVD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed B DVD RW discs can be recorded more than o
124. is chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords HW Setup The TOSHIBA HW Setup program allows you to configure settings for various system and hardware functions including those for the parallel printer display Keyboard and processor If the supervisor password is set access to the TOSHIBA HW Setup program can be prevented when the user password is used to log on to the computer Please note that some models do not provide a Parallel Printer tab or a CPU tab for configuration of these respective functions pio Accessing HW Setup To run HW Setup click start click Control Panel and select TOSHIBA HW Setup HW Setup window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs General Password Device Config Display CPU Boot Priority Keyboard LAN and USB There are also three buttons OK Cancel and Apply 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 User s Manual HW Setup and Passwords T General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons Default and About Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings About Display the HW Setup version Setup This field displays BIOS Version and date Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user pa
125. isk is in the floppy disk drive If boot from hard disk a floppy disk is inserted remove it and reboot drive There may be a problem with your operating system files Refer to your operating system documentation Slow performance 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 As a last resort reformat the hard disk Then reload the operating system and other files If problems persist contact your dealer DVD ROM drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure You cannot access a Make sure the drive s drawer is securely closed CD DVD in the drive Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drawer and make sure the CD DVD 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 CD DVD Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the CD DVD is dirty If it is wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning User s Manual 9 8 Troubleshooting Problem Some CD DVDs run correctly but others do not Procedure The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware
126. iting 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 B 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 User s Manual 4 10 Operating Basics Disclaimer DVD Super Multi drive TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following 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 Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM disc 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 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 Us
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128. ject 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 a 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 7T 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 7 Power and Power Up Modes 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 clothing If caustic electrolyte fluid should contact your eyes immediately wash
129. l 4 6 Operating Basics Audio Video controls This section describes how to use the audio video control buttons Next and Previous buttons A single button on a rocker controls the Next and Previous functions Press on the icon to select the desired function Next Press the gt i icon to advance to the next track chapter or data Previous Press the icon to advance to the previous track chapter or data If Random is selected in Windows Media Player selecting Next or Previous T advances to a random selection Play Pause and Stop buttons A single button on a rocker controls the Play Pause and Stop functions Press on the icon to select the desired function Play Pause Press the icon to begin or pause play Stop Press the icon to stop play User s Manual 4 7 Operating Basics Writing CDs on DVD ROM and CD R RW drive i Depending on the type of drive installed you may be able to write CDs The DVD ROM and CD R RW drive lets you read DVD ROMs and CDs as well as write CD R RW Observe the precautions in this section to ensure the best performance for writing CDs For information on loading and unloading CDs refer to the Using optical media drive section CD R discs can be written to only once CD RW discs can be rewritten many times Before writing or rewriting Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite the data E We recommend the following manufacturers of CD R and CD R
130. l be displayed for two seconds by an icon You can also change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver User s Manual 5 4 The Keyboard J One LCD Display Brightness Pressing Fn F7 increases the display brightness in increments When you press these hot keys the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by a pop up icon You can also change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver W The brightness level is always set at the maximum value for about 18 seconds when the LCD turns on After 18 seconds the brightness level will appear at the Power Save Mode setting or you can change it manually W Display clarity increases with the brightness level ape Wireless setting Fn F8 are not used aps Touch pad Pressing Fn F9 in a Windows environment enables or disables the Touch pad function When you press these hot keys the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon i Display resolution selection Press Fn spacebar to change the display resolution Each time when you press these hot keys the display resolution changes as follows From the current resolution the original resolution to 1024x768 from 1024x768 to 800x600 from 800x600 to the original resolution aga TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce To reduce the icon size on the desktop or the application window press th
131. l use the factory set default channel printed in bold unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision A Frequency Range 5150 5850 MHz Note Channel ID 36 5180 40 5200 44 5220 48 5240 52 5260 56 5280 60 5300 64 5320 149 5745 3 US only 4 153 5765 3 US only 4 157 5785 3 US only 4 161 5805 3 US only 4 User s Manual D 4 Wireless LAN Wireless Channels Sets Turbo Mode Frequency Range 5150 5850 MHz Note Channel ID 42 5210 3 US only 4 50 5250 3 US only 4 58 5290 3 US only 4 152 5760 3 US only 4 160 5800 3 US only 4 3 These channels are available to A B G combo type only 4 Available Area US USA CANADA only User s Manual D 5 TOSHIBA A50 Series Appendix E 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 in which it is used All cords must meet the following specifications Length Minimum 2 meters Wire size Minimum 0 75 mm2 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 two conductor Australia AS Japan DENANHO User s Manual AC Power Cord and
132. ld cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASETX be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher You cannot use a CAT3 cable If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect with a CAT3 or higher User s Manual 4 24 Operating Basics Connecting LAN 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 connector Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub 3 When the computer is exchanging data with the LAN the LAN Active indicator glows orange When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but is not exchanging data the Link indicator glows green Disconnecting LAN cable To disconnect the LAN cable follow the steps below Make sure the LAN Active indicator orange LED is out before you disconnect the computer from the LAN 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
133. lligent power supply and a Real Time Clock battery These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems This section provides checklists 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 a case contact your dealer Overheating power down If the computer s internal temperature becomes too high the computer will automatically enter Hibernation Mode or Standby Mode and shut down Problem Procedure Computer shuts down Leave the computer off until the DC IN 15V and DC IN 15V indicator stops blinking indicator blinks orange It is recommended to leave the computer off until the its interior reaches room temperature even though the DC IN 15V indicator stops blinking If the computer has reached room temperature and still does not start or if it starts but shuts down quickly contact your dealer User s Manual 9 4 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Computer shuts down Indicates a problem with the heat dispersal and its DC IN 15V system Please contact your dealer indicator is flashing green AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected check the DC IN 15V indicator Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for more information Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn t Check the connections Make sure the cord is power the computer firmly connected to the comp
134. lly charged or no charge No battery installed User s Manual Power conditions Power on Operates LED Battery green DC IN 15V green Operates Quick Charge LED Battery orange DC IN 15V green Operates No charge LED Battery off DC IN 15V green Power off no operation LED Battery green DC IN 15V green Quick charge LED Battery orange DC IN 15V green No charge LED Battery off DC IN 15V green Power and Power Up Modes AC adaptor not connected Battery charge is above low battery trigger point Battery charge is below low battery trigger point Battery charge is exhausted No battery installed Table 6 1 Power conditions continued Power on Operates LED Battery off DC IN 15V off Operates LED Battery flashes orange DC IN 15V off Computer shuts down Cannot operate LED Battery off DC IN 15V off Power off no operation User s Manual 6 2 Power and Power Up Modes Power indicators As shown in the above table the Battery DC IN 15V and Power indicators on the system indicator 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 pack The following indicator lights indicate the battery status Flashing orange Orange Green No light The battery charge is low The AC adaptor must be conn
135. low JN W The modular cable that comes with the computer must be used to connect a modem Connect the end of the modular cable with the core to the computer E n case of a lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack W 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 a If you use a storage device such as an optical drive or hard disk drive I connected to a 16 bit PC Card you might experience the following modem problems W Modem speed is slow or communication is interrupted E Skips may occur in sound Disconnecting 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 connector 2 In the same way pull the cable s other connector out of the computer User s Manual 4 22 Operating Basics Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with IEEE802 11 Wireless LAN standard Revision A B or G and Turbo Mode Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54 48 36 24 18
136. malfunctions User s Manual General Precautions PC Card overheating Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation Also be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long time Mobile phones Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system Computer operation is not impaired but is recommended that a distance of 30cm be maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Disclaimer CPU Performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions Wi use of certain peripheral products use of battery power instead of AC power use of certain multimedia games or videos with special effects use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications use of the computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or 723 280 feet above sea level Wi use of the computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate CPU Performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed t
137. manner a Insert Product Recovery Media into the drive b When the Toshiba Recovery and Applications CD window opens choose the Install applications and drivers option and click the Next button c Select the Choose TOSHIBA Display Service for Ext Monitor option in the Choose an item and press the Install button section and click the Install button d Follow the instructions on the screen of the TOSHIBA Display Service for Ext Monitor installer to complete the installation e Reboot your machine User s Manual B 13 TOSHIBA A50 Series Appendix C Internal Modem Guide This appendix describes how to install and the remove the internal modem Do not disassemble the computer beyond the steps described in this instruction or touch any components not specifically described Installing the internal modem 1 The internal modem is preinstalled The following is for information only To install the internal modem follow the steps below 1 Save your data and turn off the computer 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and other peripheral devices 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes 4 Loosen the screw on the memory module cover next to the modem cover to remove the cover 5 Loosen the screw securing the cover 6 Slip your fingernail or a narrow object into a notch under the cover and lift off the cover 7 Remove two screws which you use l
138. meric input when the Numeric mode indicator lights green Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard Numeric mode You can use the keypad overlay gray labeled User s Manual 2 11 The Grand Tour USB floppy disk drive optional An optional 3 1 2 floppy disk drive accommodates 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte floppy disks It connects to the USB port Indicator Floppy disk Eject button slot USB floppy disk drive Disk In Use Indicator This indicator lights when the floppy disk is being accessed Floppy disk slot Insert a floppy disk in this slot Eject button When a floppy disk is fully seated in the drive the eject button pops out To remove a floppy disk push in the eject button and the floppy disk pops out partially for removal Check the Disk In Use indicator when you use the floppy disk drive Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing Doing so could destroy data and damage the floppy disk or the drive a Wi The external floppy disk drive should be placed on a flat horizontal j surface when in use Do not set the drive on an incline greater than 20 while it is operating E Do not set anything on top of the floppy disk drive User s Manual 2 12 The Grand Tour Fixed optical media drives One of the following optical media drives is installed in the computer DVD ROM DVD ROM amp CD R RW DVD R RW DVD Super Multi drives An ATAPI
139. mperature of the computer and how you use the computer If you make heavy use of external devices for example 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 Wi The battery is extremely hot or cold If the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at all To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity charge the battery at room temperature of 10 to 30 C 50 to 88 F Wi The battery is nearly completely discharged Leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions Wi The battery has not been used for a long time Wi The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time Wi A cool battery is installed in a warm computer 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 adaptor 3 Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows green Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity Leaving the AC adaptor connected will shorten battery life At least once a month run the computer on batt
140. nce B DVD RAM discs can be recorded more than once W DVD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed B DVD RW discs can be recorded more than once Formats The drives support the following formats DVD ROM B DVD Video CD DA W CD Text Photo CD single multi session I CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 W Enhanced CD CD EXTRA Form2 E Addressing Method 2 CD G Audio CD only DVD ROM drive The full size DVD ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor 3 The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer j edge DVD read 8 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum User s Manual 2 14 The Grand Tour DVD ROM and CD R RW drive The full size DVD ROM and CD R RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor J The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge DVD read 8 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 24 speed maximum CD RW write 24 speed maximum Ultra speed media DVD R RW drive The full size DVD R RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adaptor 1 The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge DVD read
141. ne and headphone It also has a volume control dial The video out jack lets you transfer video data to external devices Data output depends on the type of device connected to the S Video cable Audio Video control buttons let you use the computer s optical media drive You can also use the buttons to control the computer s CD audio or DVD video player and Windows Media player when the system is on This jack outputs analog audio signals A 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input An internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication It supports V 90 V 92 The speed of data transfer and fax depends on analog telephone line conditions It has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone line Both of V 90 and V 92 are supported only in USA Canada Australia UK France and Germany Only V 90 is available in other regions The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE Tx 1 8 Introduction Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with a Wireless LAN mini PCI card that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802 11 Standard Revision A B or G and Turbo Mode Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechani
142. nication Data Full duplex system Fax Half duplex User s Manual A 2 Specifications Communication protocol Communication speed Transmitting level Receiving level Input output impedance Error correcting Data compression Power supply Data ITU T Rec V 21 V 22NN 22bis V 32 Former CCITT V 32bis V 34 V 90 Bell 103 212A Fax ITU T Rec V 17 N 29NN 2Tter V 21 ch2 Former CCITT Data 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 28000 29333 30666 32000 33333 34666 36000 37333 38666 40000 41333 42666 44000 45333 46666 48000 49333 50666 52000 53333 54666 56000 bps Fax 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 bps 10 dBm 10 to 40 dBm 600 ohms 30 MNP class 4 and ITU T V 42 MNP class 5 and ITU T V 42bis 3 3V supplied by computer A 3 TOSHIBA A50 Series Appendix B Display Controller and Modes Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular picture elements pels on or off The controller is an advanced Video Graphics Array VGA that provides Extended Graphics Array XGA support for the internal LCD and external monitors Four models are available W 14 1 XGA 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels M 15 0 XGA 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels A high resolution external monitor connected to the
143. nnecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical change and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor User s Manual 3 6 Getting Started 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the right of the computer DC IN 15V Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet The Battery and DC IN 15V indicators on the front of the computer should glow 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 to the right 2 Lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle for you Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer Display latch Opening the display User s Manual 3 7 Getting Started Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you have 1 set up the operating system Refer to the section Windows XP setup 1 If an optional external floppy disk drive is connected make s
144. normal keyboard operation User s Manual 5 7 The Keyboard 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 the display screen With the overlay off 1 Hold down Alt Fn 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt Fn and the ASCII character appears on the display screen User s Manual 5 8 TOSHIBA A50 Series Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes The computer s power resources include the AC adaptor 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 adaptor is connected whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for the battery Universal X Battery fully AC charged adaptor connected Battery partia
145. nsferring it to the computer There 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 TOSHIBA assumes no liability for such loss of data Do not transfer data in areas where static electricity is easily generated or in areas subjected to electronic noise Data can be destroyed If you are transferring data through an IEEE 1394 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 You may not use any copyrighted video or music data copied from a video camera except for your personal enjoyment If you connect disconnect an i LINK device to from another i LINK device that is currently exchanging data with the computer data frames might be dropped Make sure data transfer has ended or turn off the computer before you W Connect disconnect an i LINK device to from the computer E Connect disconnect an i LINK device to from another i LINK device that is connected to the computer User s Manual 8 10 Optional Devices Connecting 1 2 Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i LINK IEEE1394 cable into the computer Plug the other end of the cable into the device Note the following when you use i LINK You may need to install drivers for your i
146. nting financial planning spreadsheets word processing and games ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters numbers and symbols async Short for asynchronous asynchronous Lacking regular time relationship As applied to computer communications asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does not require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals backup A duplicate copy of files kept as a spare in case the original is destroyed batch file A file that can be executed from the system prompt containing a sequence of operating system commands or executable files binary The base two number system composed of zeros and ones off or on used by most digital computers The right most digit of a binary number has a value of 1 the next a value of 2 then 4 8 16 and so on For example the binary number 101 has a value of 5 See also ASCII 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 board A circuit board An internal card containing electronic components called chips which perform a specific function or increase the capabilities of the system boot Short for bootstrap A p
147. o reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions To avoid risk of lost data always make back up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium For optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions under Environmental Requirements in appendix A Specifications Contact TOSHIBA Technical Service and Support for more information User s Manual XV General Precautions RTC battery If the following message is Displayed on the LCD RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent Press F1 key to set Date Time The charge in the RTC battery is getting low or has been exhausted You will need to set the date and time within the BIOS setup using the following steps 1 Press F1 key the BIOS setup screen will be displayed 2 Setthe date in System Date 3 Set the time in System Time 4 Press End key Confirmation message will appear Press Y key BIOS setup will terminate and the computer will be rebooted T After configuring the date and time it is recommended that you switch the computer on and then leave it in this state so that the Real Time Clock battery can be charged CE compliance This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility and safety standards However TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still
148. observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented In this case the persons who have connected implemented those options cables have to provide assurance that the system PC plus options cables still fulfils the required standards To avoid general EMC problems the following guidance should be noted B Only CE marked options should be connected implemented BW Only best shielded cables should be connected Working environment This product was designed to fulfil the EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility requirements to be observed for so called Residential commercial and light industry environments TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned Residential commercial and light industry environments For example the following environments are not approved E Industrial Environments environments with a mains voltage gt 230V E Medical Environments E Automotive Environments E Aircraft Environments Y If this product is supplied with a network port please refer to the paragraph Network connection User s Manual xvi General Precautions Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA Europe GmbH The consequences of the use of this product in non approved working environments may be Wi Interference with oth
149. or lights Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in the following figure Press Fn F10 again to turn off the overlay User s Manual 5 6 The Keyboard Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode press Fn F11 The Numeric mode F11 indicator lights Now try numeric data entry using the keys in the following figure Press Fn F11 again to turn off the overlay PEA ae Baani Cae JE JE E E T TEPETE NENET E esi eicere EEEEE MU hg qt Bi T my T Ie The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on While using the overlay you can temporarily access the normal keyboard without turning off the overlay 1 Hold Fn and press any other key All keys will operate as if the overlay were off 2 Type upper case characters by holding Fn Shift and pressing a character key 3 Release Fn to continue using the overlay 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 the overlay for cursor and page control 3 Release Fn to return to
150. ory 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 computer Also synonymous with byte chassis The frame containing the computer 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 cold start Starting a computer that is currently off turning on the power COM1 COM2 COM3 and COM4 The names assigned to the serial and communication ports commands Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its peripheral devices communications The means by which a computer transmits and receives data to and from another computer or device See parallel interface serial interface compatibility 1 The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or t
151. osition then slide the battery pack out of the computer Battery release latch 1 Battery pack Battery release latch 2 Releasing the battery pack NY For environmental reasons do not throw away a spent battery pack Please return spent battery packs to your TOSHIBA dealer Installing the battery pack To install a battery follow the steps below 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 Wi Do not touch the latch while holding the computer Or you may get injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch 1 Turn the computer s power off 2 Disconnect all cables connected to the computer 3 Insert the battery pack User s Manual 6 14 Power and Power Up Modes 4 Ensure the battery release latch 1 is moved into its locked position Battery pack Battery release latch 1 Securing the battery pack Starting the computer by password To start up the computer with the user password follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3 Getting Started The following message appears eS Password At this point the hotkeys Fn F1 to F9 do not work They will function after you enter the password 2 Enter the password 3 Press Enter If you enter the
152. ot to be confused with Fn are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard These keys function differently from other keys FA P e E E E JE fe E E e a e om 3 B O vo ad m ae B 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 Refer to 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 i The Fn function 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 Standby Mode feature Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard C GES Ge eee EE maa CET 3 TIT Al Jesu Ha alius ine feum m A 101 key enhanced keyboard layout ATE ig cr A Ad i The keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 101 key enhanced keyboard shown in figure above The 101 102 key enhanced keyboard has a numeric keypad and scroll lock key It also has additional Enter and Ctrl keys to the right of the main keyboard Since the keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated
153. ow the steps below 1 Insert the PC Card 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection PC Card Inserting the PC Card After inserting the card refer to the card s documentation and check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card User s Manual 8 2 Optional Devices Removing a PC Card jT E Before removing a PC Card make sure that any applications or system services do not use the card E Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to removing it Otherwise the system may be fatally damaged To remove the PC Card follow the steps below 1 Open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the System Tray and disable the PC Card 2 Press the PC Card eject button to extend it 3 Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly 4 Grasp the PC Card and draw it out Eject button Removing the PC Card User s Manual 8 3 Optional Devices Memory expansion T You can install additional memory in the computer s memory module socket to increase the amount of RAM This section describes how to install and remove a memory module Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions You can damage the computer and the module Also data will be lost a The computer is turned on b The computer was shut down using the Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode Some memory modules can be physic
154. password incorrectly three times in a row the computer shuts off In this case you must turn the computer back on to retry password entry User s Manual 6 15 Power and Power Up Modes Power up modes The computer has the following power up modes E Boot Computer shuts down without saving data Always save your work before you turn the computer off in boot mode E Hibernation Data in memory is saved to the hard disk W Standby Data is maintained in the computer s main memory Refer also to the sections Turning on the power and Turning off the power in Chapter 3 Getting Started Windows utilities You can specify the setting in TOSHIBA Power Saver Hot keys You can use hot keys Fn F3 to enter Standby Mode and Fn F4 to enter Hibernation Mode Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details Panel power on off You can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel When you open the panel power turns on in Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode but not in boot mode Y 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 Auto Off This feature turns the system off automatically if it is not used for a set duration The system shuts down in Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode in Windows User s Manual 6 16 TOSHIBA A50 Series Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords Th
155. ppendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Physical Dimensions Weight typical 2 6 kilograms configured with 14 XGA 512MB x 1 RAM 30GB HDD CD ROM drive modem LAN 100M Bit 6cell battery 3 2 kilograms configured with 15 XGA 1GB x 2 RAM 80GB HDD DVD Super Multi drive modem LAN 100M Bit Wireless LAN 6cell battery Weight will vary with other configurations Above weights are measured at a specific criteria They are not guaranteed as the maximum weight of the actual product Size 388 w x 274 d x 27 38 h millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body User s Manual Specifications Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5 C 41 F to 35 C 95 F 20 to 80 Non operating 20 C 4 F to 65 C 149 F 10 to 90 Thermal Gradient 20 C per hour maximum Wet bulb 26 C maximum temperature Conditions Altitude from sea level Operating 60 to 3 000 meters Non operating 60 to 10 000 meters maximum Power Requirements AC adaptor 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second Computer 15 VDC 4 0 amperes 5 0 amperes Built in Modem Network control unit NCU Type of NCU AA Type of line Telephone line analog only Type of dialing Pulse Tone Control command AT commands EIA 578 commands Monitor function Computer s speaker Communication specifications Commu
156. r ler af klasse 1 hviket betyder at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste klasse og at man ikke pa apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig str ling APPARATET BOR KUN ABNES AF FAGFOLK MED S RLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRALER Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmaekning som advarer imod at foretage s danne indgreb i apparatet at man kan komme til at udsatte sig for laserstr ling Xii OBS Apparaten inneh ller laserkomponent som avger laserstr ining verstigande gr nsen f r laserklass 1 VAROITUS Suojakoteloa si saa avata Laite sis lt laserdiodin joka l het n kym t nt silmilie vaarallista lasers teily CAUTION USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE VORSICHT DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN STEURUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHF HREN VON ANDEREN VORG NGEN ALS IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN K NNEN GEF HRLICHE STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN User s Manual xiii TOSHIBA A50 Series General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be certain to read the general precautions below and to
157. r you purchased pude 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 Wi n which country was your computer stolen B What type of machine do you have B What was the model number PA number B What was the serial number 8 digits B When was it stolen i e date B What was the warranty seal number if available B What is your address phone and fax number To register the theft please follow these procedures E Fillin 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 Your registration will be entered in a database which is used to track TOSHIBA computers at our service points around Europe User s Manual If your computer is stolen TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to Fax number Country stolen Machine type e g TOSHIBA A50 Model number e g PSA50 YXT Serial number e g 70123456E Date stolen Warranty seal e g 9813 123456 049 Owner s details Name Company Street Postal Code City Country Phone Fax TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr 2 93055 Regensburg Germany 49 0 941 7807 925 User s Manual F 2
158. r equipment supplier in the first instance Network Compatibility Statement This product is designed to work with and is compatible with the following networks It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121 Germany ATAAB ANO005 AN006 AN007 AN009 AN010 and DE03 04 05 08 09 12 14 17 Greece ATAAB ANO005 ANO006 and GR01 02 03 04 Portugal ATAAB ANO01 005 006 007 011 and P03 04 08 10 Spain ATAAB ANO05 007 012 and ESO1 Switzerland ATAAB AN002 All other countries regions ATAAB ANO03 004 Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details The hookflash timed break register recall function is subject to separate national type approvals It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given User s Manual Optical disc drive safety instructions i Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section DVD Super Multi DV W24E AN I i W The DVD Super Multi drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Wi Use of controls adjustments or the pe
159. r s power Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer s power If it does not turn on go to step 4 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the Battery indicator flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a power outlet The DC IN 15V indicator should glow green and the Battery indicator should glow orange to indicate that the battery pack is being charged If the DC IN 15V indicator does not glow power is not being supplied Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord Charge the battery pack until the Battery indicator glows green Wi f you have extra battery packs rotate their use E f you will not be using the system for an extended period more than one month remove the battery pack Wi Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life Wi f you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adaptor Wi Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight User s Manual 6 12 Power and Power Up Modes Replacing the battery pack When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one The life of t
160. re you are using Do not press on the Touch pad too hard or press a sharp object such as a ball point pen against the Touch pad The Touch pad could be damaged User s Manual Operating Basics For some functions you can tap the Touch pad instead of pressing a control button J Click Tap the Touch pad once Double click Tap the Touch pad twice Drag and drop 1 Hold down the left control button and move the cursor to drag the item you want to move 2 Lift your finger to drop the item where you want it Scroll Vertical Move your finger up or down the right edge of the Touch pad Horizontal Move your finger left or right along the bottom edge of the Touch pad Using the USB floppy disk drive An optional 3 1 2 floppy disk drive connects to the computer s USB port It accommodates 1 44 megabyte or 720 kilobyte floppy disks Refer to Chapter 2 The Grand Tour for more information Connecting 3 1 2 floppy disk drive To connect the drive plug the floppy disk drive connector into a USB port Refer to the following figure Make sure the connector is right side up and properly aligned with the socket Do not try to force the connection doing so can damage the connecting pins Connecting the USB floppy disk drive F If you connect the floppy disk drive after turning on the computer it will take about 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the drive Do not disconnect and reconnect before 10 seconds has
161. rformance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1 SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE MANUFACTURED Manufactured by TEAC Corporation 3 7 3 Naka cho Musashino shi Tokyo Japan User s Manual TOSHIBA DVD ROM SD C2612 E The DVD ROM drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Wi Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 7o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Y Location of the required label PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE MANUFACTURED TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1 1 SHIBAURA 1 CHOME MINATO KU TOKYO 105 8001 JAPAN User s Manual DVD ROM amp CD R RW SD R2512 E The DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit
162. ripheral devices such as printers and modems 2 A means of aborting the task currently in progress escape guard time A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmitted data and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem execute To interpret and execute an instruction Extended Capability Port An industry standard that provides a data buffer switchable forward and reverse data transmission and run length encoding RLE support User s Manual Glossary 6 Glossary F fast infrared An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps file A collection of related information a file can contain data programs or both firmware A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor s activities floppy disk A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy disk drive FDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks Fn esse A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys 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 th
163. rlay A ten key pad is integrated into the keyboard Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard for instructions on using the keypad overlay Power on password Two levels of password security supervisor and user are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and disables the computer providing data security Intelligent power A microprocessor in the computer s intelligent supply power supply detects the battery s charge and calculates the remaining battery capacity It also protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as voltage overload from an AC adaptor You can monitor remaining battery capacity Use the Battery remaining item in TOSHIBA Power Saver Battery save mode This feature lets you save battery power You can specify the Power Save Mode in the Profile item in TOSHIBA Power Saver Panel power on off This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened You can specify the setting in the When I close the lid item of the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Low battery When battery power is exhausted to the point that automatic computer operation cannot be continued the hibernation system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts down You can specify the setting in the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver User s Manual 1
164. rnal device to the computer or when you install a component Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognize the connection and make the necessary configurations automatically The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use Hot keys Display automatic power off HDD automatic power off Key combinations let you quickly modify 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 keyboard input for a time specified Power is restored when any key is pressed You can specify the time in the Monitor power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time specified Power is restored when the hard disk is accessed You can specify the time in the HDD power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver User s Manual Introduction System automatic This feature automatically shuts down the system Standby Hibernation in Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a time specified You can specify the time and select either System Standby or System Hibernation in the System standby and System item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Keypad ove
165. rogram 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 for 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 User s Manual Glossary 3 Glossary 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 card Synonym for board See board CardBus An industry standard bus for 32 bit PC Cards CD ROM A Compact Disc Read Only Mem
166. s Check the CD DVD s documentation Check the type of CD DVD you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video 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 Addressing Method 2 Recordable CD CD R CD RW Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD ROM and CD R RW drive Region codes are listed in the Fixed optical media drives section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour User s Manual 9 10 Troubleshooting Problem Procedure Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing make sure you are observing the following precautions Bi Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA W Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing Wi Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording Wi Do not run or start other software during writing W Do notjar the computer during writing W Do not connect disconnect external devices or install remove internal cards during writing If problems persist contact your dealer DVD R RW drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure You cannot access a Make sure the drive s drawer is securely closed CD DVD in the drive Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drawer and make sure the CD DVD is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign obje
167. s Use the carrying case when transporting the computer When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything Do not carry your computer by holding protruded portions Protruded portions User s Manual 4 26 Operating Basics Heat dispersal T To protect from overheating the CPU has an internal temperature sensor If the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered You can select whether to control the CPU temperature by turning on the fan first then if necessary lowering the CPU speed Or by lowering the CPU speed first then if necessary turning on the fan Use the Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Maximum Turns on the fan first then if necessary lowers the CPU Performance processing speed Performance Uses a combination of the fan and lowering the CPU processing speed Battery Lowers the CPU processing speed first then if necessary optimized turns on the fan When the CPU temperature falls to a normal range the fan is turned off and the CPU operation returns to standard speed If the CPU temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the system automatically shuts down to prevent damage Data in memory will be lost User s Manual 4 27 TOSHIBA A50 Series Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer s keyboard layouts
168. s omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks Intel Intel SpeedStep Pentium and Celeron are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak i LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation TruSurround XT TruBass Dialog Clarity SRS 0D and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc TruSurround XT technology is in corporated under license from SRS Labs Inc Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual User s Manual EU Declaration of Conformity This product is carrying the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives Responsible for CE Marking is TOSHIBA Europe Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBAS web site http epps toshiba teg com on the Internet Modem warning notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to Commission Decision CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries regions the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact you
169. s HDD to the CD Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device W Writing with software other than RecordNow has not been confirmed Therefore operation with other software cannot be guaranteed When writing or rewriting Note the following when you write or rewrite a CD R or CD RW E Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the CD Do not use cut and paste The original data will be lost if there is a write error E Do not perform any of the following actions Change users in the Windows XP operating system Operate the computer for any other function including use of a mouse or Touch pad closing opening the LCD panel Start a communication application such as a modem Apply impact or vibration to the PC Install remove or connect external devices including the following PC Card USB devices external display i LINK devices optical digital devices Open the optical media drive Wi ifthe media is poor in quality dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur B 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 W Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer User s Manual 4 9 Operating Basics Writing CD DVDs on DVD R RW drive You can use the DVD R RW drive to write data to either CD R RW or DVD R
170. s port enables high speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras 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 instruction Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particular task interface 1 Hardware and or software components of a system used specifically to connect one system or device to another 2 To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information 3 The point of contact between user the computer and the program for example the keyboard or a menu interrupt request A signal that gives a component access to the processor 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 IrDA 1 1 An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps 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 keyboard An input device con
171. s slot The optional security cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft User s Manual 2 3 The Grand Tour Right side The following figure shows the computer s right side Q 9 Headphone jack DC IN 15V jack Microphone jack Volume control Volume control Headphone jack Microphone jack Fixed Optical media drive Fixed Optical media drive USB port The right side of the computer Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo speakers and the stereo headphones This jack outputs analog audio signals A 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input The computer is configured with a full size optical media drive module that lets you run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 disks without using an adaptor Refer to the Fixed Optical media drive section in this chapter for technical specifications on each drive and to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for information on using the drive and caring for disks The following drives are available B DVD ROM drive DVD ROM and CD R RW drive DVD R RW drive DVD Super Multi drive User s Manual 2 4 The Grand Tour Universal Serial Bus A Universal Serial Bus port is on the right side ex USB 2 0 port Refer to the Left side section for details DC IN 15V jack The AC adaptor connects to this socket Use only D e t
172. s sufficient for office use Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations 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 RGB Red green and blue A device that uses three input signals each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color red green and blue or port for using such a device See also CRT 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 information stored in ROM User s Manual Glossary 11 Glossary S SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices serial communications A communications technique that uses as few as two interconnecting wires to send bits one after another serial interface Refers to a type of information exchange that transmits information sequentially one bit at a time Contrast Parallel interface SIO Serial Input Output The electronic methodology used in serial data transmission soft key Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard change som
173. sm in the transmit range of 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 and 6 Mbit s Revision A B B G A B G combo type Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 11 5 5 2 and 1 Mbit s Revision B Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 108 96 72 48 36 24 18 and 12 Mbit s Turbo Mode Revision A B G combo type Frequency Channel Selection 5 GHz Revision A 2 4 GHz Revision B G Roaming over multiple channels Card Power Management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on 152 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on 128 bit encryption algorithm Intel module type Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption based on 256 bit encryption algorithm Atheros module type User s Manual 1 9 Introduction Security Security lock slot Software Operating System TOSHIBA Utilities Plug and Play Special features Connects an optional security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Edition operating system and TOSHIBA Utilities and drivers preinstalled on the hard disk Refer to the Software section at the front of this chapter A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to make your computer more convenient to use Refer to the Utilities section in this chapter When you connect an exte
174. speed CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is disabled The CPU always runs at low power consumption and low speed This option sets the priority for booting the computer Select from the following settings HDD gt FDD gt CD ROM gt LAN FDD gt HDD gt CD ROM gt LAN HDD gt CD ROM LAN gt FDD FDD gt CD ROM LAN gt HDD CD ROM gt LAN HDD gt FDD CD ROM gt LAN FDD gt HDD The computer looks for bootable files in the following order hard disk drive diskette drive CD ROM and LAN Default The computer looks for bootable files in the following order diskette drive hard disk drive CD ROM and LAN The computer looks for bootable files in the following order hard disk drive CD ROM LAN and diskette drive The computer looks for bootable files in the following order diskette drive CD ROM LAN and hard disk drive The computer looks for bootable files in the following order CD ROM LAN hard disk drive diskette drive The computer looks for bootable files in the following order CD ROM LAN diskette drive and hard disk drive User s Manual 7 5 HW Setup and Passwords T l You can override the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the computer is booting U Selects the USB diskette drive N Selects the network 1 Selects the primary hard disk drive P Selects
175. ss Cooling method System Standby System Hibernation W Monitor power off Hard disk drive power offHow often and how long you use the hard disk optical disc and the floppy disk drive How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices such as a PC Card to which the battery supplies power Enabling Standby 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 11 Power and Power Up Modes Retaining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods High Capacity battery pack 8800mAh about 5 days Standby Mode about 55 days Boot mode Battery pack 4400mAh about 3 days Standby Mode about 25 days Boot mode RTC battery 30 days Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack B Atleast once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps below 1 2 3 5 Turn off the compute
176. ssword for power on Not Registered No password is currently set Default Registered Set the password A dialogue box will appear to let you set the password To enter a user password 1 Select Not Registered to display the following prompt B Enter Password 2 Enter a password of up to 10 characters You cannot use the following characters space The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks For example if you enter a password consisting of four characters the display is shown as eS Enter Password If you click the OK button before entering the password Not Registered will appear on the display 3 Click the OK button The following message appears allowing you to verify the password B Verify Password 4 Ifthe character strings match the password is registered and the display changes to B The password was registered If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 B Entry Error User s Manual 7 2 HW Setup and Passwords T T To delete a user password 1 Select Registered to display the following prompt B Enter Password 2 Enter the currently registered password The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks B Enter Password If you click the OK button before entering the password Registered will appear on the display 3 Click the OK button If the character
177. stacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal User s Manual D 2 Wireless LAN Supported Frequency Sub bands Subject to the radio regulations that apply in the countries regions your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 5 GHz 2 4 GHz channels Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in the countries regions Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision B and G Frequency Range Channel ID 1 2 10 11 12 13 2400 2483 5 MHz 2412 2417 2422 2427 2432 2437 2442 2447 2452 24571 2462 2467 2 2472 2 1 Factory set default channels 2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries Regions for use for the countries regions that in which these channels can be used User s Manual D 3 Wireless LAN When installing Wireless LAN cards the channel configuration is managed as follows E For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN Infrastructure the Wireless LAN card will automatically start operation at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required W ForWireless LAN cards installed in wireless clients that operating in a peer to peer mode the card will use the default channel 10 B ina Wireless LAN Access Point the Wireless LAN card wil
178. string you enter matches the registered password the password option is reset and the display changes to B The password was deleted If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 B Incorrect Password If you enter the password incorrectly three times the screen will display Sorry access denied Powering off your machine then powering it back on again are required to regain access You will not be able to access the password option in the HW Setup In this case you must turn the power off and back on to retry the procedure 4 Follow the same procedures described in the earlier section to set a new user password Parallel Printer Some models are equipped with a Parallel Printer tab which lets you set the operating mode for the parallel port Use the Windows Device Manager to make changes to the configuration of the parallel port Parallel Port Mode The options in this tab are ECP and Standard Bi directional ECP Sets the port type to Extended Capabilities Port ECP For most printers the port should be set to ECP Default Standard This setting should be used with some other Bi directional parallel devices User s Manual 7 3 HW Setup and Passwords 9 Device Config Device Configuration This option lets you set the device configuration All Devices BIOS sets all devices Setup by OS Operating system sets devices that it can control Default Display
179. t all cables connected to the computer Insert the battery pack Secure the battery release latch 1 Check the battery release latch was changed to the lock position Battery release Battery pack latch 1 Securing the battery pack T Refer to Removing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and l Power Up Modes for removing the battery pack User s Manual 3 5 Getting Started Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor 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 adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Use only the AC adaptor supplied as an accessory Other AC adaptors have different voltage and terminal polarities and use of them may produce heat and smoke or even result in fire or rupture E Use only the AC adaptor supplied with your computer or an equivalent adaptor that is compatible Use of any incompatible adaptor could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor W When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Co
180. taining switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer For each key the transmitted code is in turn representative of the ASCII character marked on the key kilobyte KB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes See also byte and megabyte User s Manual Glossary 8 Glossary L level 2 cache See cache 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 the inclusion of up to 100 000 simple logic gates on a single chip 2 An integrated circuit that uses large scale integration main board See motherboard megabyte MB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes See also kilobyte megahertz A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second See also hertz menu A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen Also called a screen microprocessor A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions Also c
181. tandby Mode feature provides the following benefits Wi Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does Hibernation Mode Wi Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System Standby feature Wi You can use the panel power off feature User s Manual 3 11 Getting Started T T Executing Standby Mode You can also enable Standby by pressing Fn F3 Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details You can enter Standby Mode in one of three ways 1 Click Start click Turn Off Computer and click Stand by 2 Close the display panel This feature must be enabled Refer to the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power Saver 3 Press the power button This feature must be enabled Refer to the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer W When the computer is shut down in Standby Mode the power indicator flashes orange Wi f you are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down in Hibernation Mode Standby Mode consumes more power Standby Mode limitations Standby Mode will not function under the following conditions B Power is turned back on
182. than your hips If necessary use a foot rest to raise the level of your knees to ease pressure on the back of your thighs E Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine E Sit straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Do not slump forward or lean back too far User s Manual 3 3 Getting Started Lighting Proper lighting can improve legibility of the display and reduce eyestrain Position the computer so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinted windows shades or other screen to eliminate sun glare Avoid placing the computer in front of bright light that could shine directly in your eyes If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area Use a lamp to illuminate your documents or desk but be sure to position the lamp so that it does not reflect off the display or shine in your eyes Work habits A key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your workday If you must spend long periods at the computer finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency Sit in a relaxed posture Good positioning of your chair and equipment as described earlier can reduce tension in your shoulders or neck and ease back strain Vary your posture frequently Occasionally stan
183. 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 User s Manual 9 2 Troubleshooting Software The problems may be caused by your software or disk 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 hardware 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 W Floppy disk drive
184. til you feel it click into place The CD DVD should lie below the top of the spindle flush with the spindle base 5 Push the center of the drawer to close it Press gently until it locks into place If the CD DVD is not seated properly when the drawer is closed the CD DVD might be damaged Also the drawer might not open fully when you press the eject button Closing the DVD ROM drawer User s Manual 4 5 Operating Basics Removing discs To remove the CD DVD follow the steps below and refer to the figure Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the DVD ROM drive Wait for the optical media drive indicator to go out before you open the drawer Also if the CD DVD is spinning when you open the drawer 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 W When the drawer pops open slightly wait a moment to make sure the CD DVD has stopped spinning before pulling the drawer fully open E Turn off the power before you use the eject hole If the CD DVD is spinning when you open the drawer the CD DVD could fly off the spindle and cause injury 2 The CD DVD extends slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can hold it Hold the CD DVD gently and lift it out Removing a CD DVD 3 Push the center of the drawer to close it Press gently until it locks into place User s Manua
185. to Appendix B Display Controller and Modes 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 Windows Bootup screen Windows Logo appears on the display device that is set as the Power on Display in HW Setup Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for more information However the Windows Desktop appears on a display device that you used last time to shut down your PC if the display device exists when you turn on the power 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 User s Manual 8 8 Optional Devices TV pi o A TV output feature is provided with some models You can connect a television set to the Video out jack on the computer Follow the steps below If a television is connected to the computer set the TV type in Display Properties Follow the steps below W 7V single 1 Click start and click Control Panel 2 Double click the Display icon to open the Display Properties window 3 Click the Settings tab and click the Advanced button 4 Click Intel Extreme Graphics2 for Mobile click Graphics Properties select Device
186. to the parallel port Make sure the port is configured correctly Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords Make sure your software is configured to recognize the printer Check your printer and software documentation Check your printer documentation If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 21 Troubleshooting 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 B Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and peripheral devices Wi 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 B 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 www toshiba europe com on the Internet User s Manual 9 22 TOSHIBA A50 Series A
187. tor supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible Use of any incompatible adaptor or other types of AC Adaptors may have a different voltage which could cause damage to your computer computer failure and or possible data loss Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage computer failure and or data loss caused by use of an incompatible adaptor Use only the AC adaptor supplied as an accessory Other AC adaptors have different voltage and terminal polarities and use of them may produce heat and smoke or even result in fire or rupture User s Manual 2 16 TOSHIBA A50 Series Chapter 3 Getting Started This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer It covers the following topics pude Setting up your work space for your health and safety Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety amp Comfort This guide which is included with the computer explains product liability Installing the battery pack Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Windows XP setup Turning off the power Restarting the computer Restoring the preinstalled software I All users should be sure to read the section Windows XP setup Setting up your work space Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your computer A poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitiv
188. u 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 your floppy disk or CD DVD ROM is correctly inserted and that the floppy disk s write protect tab is correctly set 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 the system is not operating properly keyboard floppy disk drives hard disk drive optical media drive 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
189. ug the AC adaptor 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 adaptor and replace the battery Make sure it is securely seated Check 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 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 If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery the battery might not charge to its full potential Fully discharge the battery then try to charge it again Check the power consumption settings in the Power Saver utility Consider using a power saving mode Procedure Charge in the RTC battery is exhausted or getting low You will need to set the date and time in the BIOS setup screen using the following procedure 1 Press F1 key BIOS setup will boot up 2 Setthe date in System Date 3 Setthe time in System Time 4 Press End key Confirmation message will appear 5 Press Y key BIOS setup will terminate and the computer will be rebooted After configuring the time and date for the Real Time Clock battery we recommend that you turn the power status o
190. ure it is empty If a floppy disk is in the drive press the eject button and remove the floppy disk 2 Open the display 3 Press and hold the computer s power button for two or three seconds Turning on the power Windows XP setup When you first turn on the power the computer s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition or Professional Edition Startup Screen Logo Follow the on screen directions User s Manual 3 8 Getting Started Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of the following modes Shut down Boot Hibernation or Standby Mode Shut Down mode Boot mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down mode no data is saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen 1 If you have entered data save it to the hard disk or to a diskette 2 Make sure all disk disc activity has stopped then remove the CD DVDs or diskette AN Make sure the Built in HDD and CD DVD in use indicators are off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed you can lose data or damage the disk disc 3 Click start then click Turn Off Computer From the Turn Off Computer menu select Turn Off 4 Turn off the power to any peripheral devices N Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Hibernation Mode The hibernation feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk when the
191. urface can prevent the drive from properly reading data Do not expose to direct sunlight extreme heat or cold Do not place heavy objects on your CD DVDs If your CD DVDs 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 CD DVD If necessary use a cloth dampened in water or a neutral cleaner Do not use benzine thinner or similar cleaner Floppy disks 1 Store your floppy disks in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean If a floppy disk is dirty do not use cleaning fluid Clean it with a soft damp cloth Do not slide back the floppy disk s protective metal covering or touch the floppy disk s magnetic surface Fingerprints may prevent the floppy disk drive from reading data from the floppy disk Data may be lost if the floppy disk is twisted bent or exposed to direct sunlight extreme heat or cold Do not place heavy objects on your floppy disks Do not eat smoke or use erasers near your floppy disks Foreign particles inside the floppy disk s jacket can damage the magnetic surface Magnetic energy can destroy the data on your floppy disks Keep your floppy disks away from speakers radios television sets and other sources of magnetic fields User s Manual 4 18 Operating Basics Sound System This section describes audio controls including sound levels and power management Volume control The Volume
192. use the Exact Copy function of RecordNow to copy DVD Video and DVD ROM with copyright protection DVD RAM disc cannot be backed up with the Exact Copy function of RecordNow You cannot back up a CD ROM or CD R RW to DVD R RW or DVD R RW using the Exact Copy function of RecordNow You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video or DVD R RW or DVD R RW to CD R RW using the Exact Copy function of RecordNow RecordNow cannot record in packet format You might not be able to use the Exact Copy function of RecordNow to back up 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 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 added data In Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 or later to read it Some DVD ROM and DVD ROM amp CD R RW drives cannot read added data regardless of the operating system RecordNow does not support recording to DVD RAM discs To record to a DVD RAM use Explorer or other 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 Wh
193. uter and a power DC IN 15V indicator outlet does not glow green A g 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 adaptor still does not power the computer contact your dealer Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery check the DC IN 15V indicator as well as the Battery indicator For information on indicators and battery operation refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Problem Procedure Battery doesn t power The battery may be discharged Connect the AC the computer adaptor to charge the battery Battery doesn t charge If the battery is completely discharged it will not when the AC adaptor begin charging immediately Wait a few minutes is attached Battery f the battery still does not charge make sure the indicator does not outlet of the AC adaptor is supplying power Sow orange Test it by plugging in an appliance Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the touch If the battery is too hot or too cold it will not charge properly Let it reach room temperature User s Manual 9 5 Troubleshooting Y Problem Battery doesn t power the computer as long as expected Real Time Clock Problem The following message is Displayed on the LCD RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent Press F1 key to set Date Time Procedure Unpl
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195. word or a Supervisor Password and the Supervisor Password options have been configured for Able to Run HWSetup B The menu above appears when you start the computer with a Supervisor Password B The menu above does not appear when you start the computer with a User Password and the Supervisor Password options have been configured for Unable to Run HWSetup The selection method above does not change the boot priority settings in HWSetup If you press a key other than those listed above or if the selected devices is not installed the system will boot according to the current setting in HWSetup Boot from PC Card ATA drives is only guaranteed for TOSHIBA devices A PC Card ATA drive will take the position of the HDD setting within the Boot Priority Options list HDD Priority Options If more than one hard disk drive is installed in the computer this option lets you set the priority for hard disk drive detection If the first detected hard disk drive has a boot command the system will boot from that drive Built in HDD gt Hard disk drives are searched for a boot PC Card Default command in the following order the built in hard disk drive and the PC Card Default PC Card Built Hard disk drives are searched for a boot in HDD command in the following order the PC Card and the built in hard disk drive If a boot command is not found on the first detected HDD the system will not boot from the other HDD It will s
196. write data to discs are connected be careful not to write to the wrong drive E Be sure to connect the AC adaptor before you write or rewrite Wi Before you enter Standby Hibernation Mode be sure to finish DVD RAM writing Writing is finished if you can eject DVD RAM media E Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software Wi Do notrun software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU E Operate the computer in the full power mode Do not use power saving features E Do not write while virus check software is running Wait for it to finish and then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background E Do notuse hard disk utilities including those intended to enhance HDD access speed They may cause unstable operation and data damage W Write from the computer s hard disk drive to the CD DVD Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device W Writing with software other than RecordNow is not recommended User s Manual 4 13 Operating Basics 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 Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting W Change users in the Windows XP operating system W Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or Touch

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