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Toshiba Tecra A2 User Manual (256 pages)

A2 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.8 MB

Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
13
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
14
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
19
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
20
Regulatory Statements
21
Table of Contents
28
Introduction
36
This Guide
37
Safety Icons
38
- Other Icons Used
  39
Other Documentation
39
Service Options
40
Chapter 1: Getting Started

41
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

83
- Computing Tips
  83
- Using the Keyboard
  85
  - Character Keys
    85
  - Making Your Keyboard Emulate a Full-Size Keyboard
    86
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    86
  - Function Keys
    86
  - Windows Special Keys
    87
  - Overlay Keys
    87
  - Using the Overlay to Type Numeric Data
    88
- Starting a Program
  89
- Saving Your Work
  93
- File Names
  94
- Printing Your Work
  95
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  96
- Using PC Cards
  101
  - Hot Swapping
    101
- Using Your Computer at the Office
  102
- Using a Computer Lock
  102
- Caring for Your Computer
  103
  - Cleaning the Computer
    103
  - Moving the Computer
    104
- Backing up Your Work
  104
  - Restoring Your Work
    105
- Preparing for Communications
  105
- Powering down the Computer
  106
  - Using Turn off Computer or Shut down
    106
  - Using Hibernation
    109
  - Using Standby
    111
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  113
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

114
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  114
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  115
  - Battery Notice
    115
- Charging the Batteries
  116
  - Charging the Main Battery
    117
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    117
- Monitoring Battery Power
  119
  - What to Do When the Battery Alarm Sounds
    121
- Changing Batteries
  122
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  124
  - Safety Precautions
    124
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    125
- Disposing of Used Batteries
  127
- Conserving Power
  128
  - Power Profiles in Windows XP
    129
  - Using a Hot Key to Set the Power Profile
    129
- Additional Options for Power
  130
Chapter 4: Expansion Options

131
- Devices for Office Computing
  131
- Using an External Keyboard
  132
- Using a Mouse
  132
  - Connecting a USB Mouse
    132
- Using a Printer
  132
  - Setting up Your Printer
    133
- Using the Wi-Fi Wireless LAN Mini PCI Module
  136
- Using an Expansion Device
  136
Chapter 5: Enhancing Productivity

138
- Exploring the Desktop
  138
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    139
  - System Tray
    141
- Setting up for Communications
  142
  - Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
    143
  - Connecting Your Computer to a Network
    143
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  146
  - The Internet
    146
  - The World Wide Web
    146
  - Internet Service Providers
    147
  - Connecting to the Internet
    147
  - Surfing the Internet
    148
  - Internet Features
    148
  - Uploading and Downloading Files from the Internet
    149
- Exploring Audio Features
  149
  - Playing an Audio CD
    149
  - Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
    151
  - Creating a CD
    151
  - Recording Sounds
    152
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    153
- Inserting and Removing Hard Drives
  154
- Inserting and Removing PC Cards
  156
  - Inserting a PC Card
    156
  - Removing a PC Card
    157
  - Setting up a PC Card for Your Computer
    158
- Connecting Your Modem to a Telephone Line
  158
  - Connecting to a Phone Line
    159
Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

160
- Fn-Esse
  161
- TOSHIBA Console
  165
  - Customizing Your Computer
    166
  - Network
    166
  - Security
    166
  - TOSHIBA Power Saver
    166
  - Mouse Utility
    168
  - Hotkey Utility
    169
  - TOSHIBA Mobile Extension
    169
  - TOSHIBA HW Setup
    171
- Enabling Hibernation
  173
- Setting User Passwords
  174
  - Using an Instant Password
    175
  - Setting a User Password
    175
  - Disabling a User Password
    176
- Using a Supervisor Password
  176
  - Setting a Supervisor Password
    176
  - Deleting a Supervisor Password
    177
- Using the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  178
- Using the TOSHIBA Touch and Launch Utility
  179
- TOSHIBA Application Installer
  183
Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong

185
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  185
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  187
- The Windows Operating System Is Not Working
  188
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  191
  - A Plan of Action
    191
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    192
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    193
  - Memory Problems
    195
  - Power and the Batteries
    195
  - Keyboard Problems
    197
  - Display Problems
    197
  - Disk Drive Problems
    200
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    202
  - Sound System Problems
    203
  - PC Card Problems
    203
  - Printer Problems
    206
  - Modem Problems
    207
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  208
- If You Need Further Assistance
  209
  - Before You Call
    209
  - Contacting Toshiba
    210
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  211
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  211
Appendix A: Hot Keys

213
- Volume Mute
  213
- Instant Password Security
  214
  - Power Usage Profile
    214
- Stand by Mode
  215
- Hibernation Mode
  216
- Display Modes
  217
- Display Brightness
  218
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  218
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  218
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

219
- Toshiba Computer
  220
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

220
- Getting Started
  221
  - Starting Configfree
    221
- Configfree Utilities
  222
  - Connectivity Doctor
    222
  - Search for Wireless Devices
    225
  - Profile Settings
    227
  - Quick Connect
    229
- Using the Automatic Switch
  232
- Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
  233
- Glossary
  234
- Index
  249

Toshiba Tecra A2 User Manual (242 pages)

Toshiba Portable Personal Computer User's Manual TECRA A2

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.46 MB

Fcc Information
3
Fcc Conditions
3
Region Selection
5
Type of Service
6
Telephone Company Procedures
6
If Problems Arise
6
Fax Branding
7
General Conditions
10
Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
11
Table of Contents
23
Manual Contents
29
Conventions
30
- Abbreviations
  30
- Icons
  30
- Keys
  30
- Key Operation
  31
- Display
  31
- Messages
  31
General Precautions
33
- Stress Injury
  33
- Heat Injury
  33
- Pressure or Impact Damage
  34
- PC Card Overheating
  34
- Mobile Phone
  34
- Central Processing Unit ("CPU") Performance Disclaimer
  34
- RTC Battery
  35
Introduction
37
Equipment Checklist
37
- Hardware
  37
- Software
  38
Features
38
Pointing Device
43
Special Features
45
Utilities
48
Options
50
The Grand Tour
51
Front with the Display Closed
51
Left Side
52
Right Side
53
Backside
54
Underside
56
Front with the Display Open
57
System Indicators
60
Keyboard Indicators
61
USB Floppy Disk Drive
62
Fixed Optical Media Drives
63
- Region Codes for DVD Drives and Media
  63
- Writable Discs
  63
- Cds
  63
- Dvds
  64
- Formats
  64
- CD-ROM Drive
  64
- DVD-ROM Drive
  64
- DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW Drive
  65
- DVD-R/-RW Drive
  65
- DVD Super Multi Drive
  65
AC Adaptor
66
Getting Started
67
Setting up Your Work Space
67
- General Conditions
  68
- Placement of the Computer
  68
- Seating and Posture
  69
- Lighting
  69
- Work Habits
  70
Installing the Battery Pack
70
Connecting the AC Adaptor
71
Opening the Display
73
Turning on the Power
73
Windows XP Setup
74
Turning off the Power
74
- Shut down Mode (Boot Mode)
  74
- Hibernation Mode
  75
- Standby Mode
  76
Restarting the Computer
78
Create Optical Recovery Discs
78
Restoring the Preinstalled Software from the Recovery HDD
79
Restoring the Preinstalled Software from Your Creating Recovery Media3-13
79
Operating Basics
81
Using the Touch Pad
81
Using the USB Floppy Disk Drive
82
- Connecting 3 1/2" Floppy Disk Drive
  82
- Disconnecting 3 1/2" Floppy Disk Drive
  83
Using Optical Media Drives
83
- Loading Discs
  84
- Removing Discs
  86
Writing Cds on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW Drive
87
- Before Writing or Rewriting
  87
- When Writing or Rewriting
  88
Writing CD/Dvds on DVD-R/-RW Drive
88
Writing CD/Dvds on DVD Super Multi Drive
88
- Important Message (DVD-R/-RW Drive)
  89
- Important Message (DVD Super Multi Drive)
  89
- Disclaimer (DVD-R/-RW Drive)
  89
- Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi Drive)
  89
- Before Writing or Rewriting
  90
- When Writing or Rewriting
  91
- Recordnow! Basic for TOSHIBA
  92
- Data Verification
  93
- DLA for TOSHIBA
  93
- Video
  93
- When Windvd Creator 2 Platinum Is Used
  94
Media Care
95
- CD/Dvds
  95
- Floppy Disks
  95
Sound System
95
- Volume Control
  96
- Microphone Level
  96
- Audio Controller
  96
Modem
96
- Region Selection
  97
- Properties Menu
  97
- Setting
  97
- Modem Selection
  98
- Dialing Properties
  98
- Connecting
  99
- Disconnecting
  99
Wireless LAN
100
- Wireless Communication Switch
  100
- Wireless Communication Indicator
  101
Lan
101
- LAN Cable Types
  101
- Connecting LAN Cable
  102
- Disconnecting LAN Cable
  102
Cleaning the Computer
103
Moving the Computer
103
Heat Dispersal
104
The Keyboard
105
Typewriter Keys
105
- F1 ... F12 Function Keys
  106
Soft Keys: Fn Key Combinations
106
- Emulating Keys on Enhanced Keyboard
  106
Hot Keys
107
- Fn Sticky Key
  110
Windows Special Keys
110
Keypad Overlay
110
Generating ASCII Characters
112
Power and Power-Up Modes
113
Power Conditions
113
Power Indicators
115
- Battery Indicator
  115
- DC in 15V Indicator
  115
- Power Indicator
  116
Battery Types
116
- High Capacity Battery Pack
  116
- Battery Pack
  117
- Real Time Clock Battery
  118
Care and Use of the Battery Pack
118
- Safety Precautions
  118
- Charging the Batteries
  121
- Monitoring Battery Capacity
  122
- Maximizing Battery Operating Time
  123
- Retaining Data with Power off
  123
- Extending Battery Life
  124
Replacing the Battery Pack
124
- Removing the Battery Pack
  125
- Installing the Battery Pack
  126
Starting the Computer by Password
127
Power-Up Modes
127
- Windows Utilities
  127
- Hot Keys
  127
Panel Power On/Off
127
System Auto off
128
Accessing HW Setup
129
- HW Setup Window
  129
- User Password
  130
- Device Config
  132
- Device Configuration
  132
- Boot Priority
  133
HW Setup and Passwords
129
HW Setup
129
Optional Devices
139
PC Card
140
- Inserting a PC Card
  140
- Removing a PC Card
  141
Memory Expansion
141
- Installing Memory Module
  143
- Removing Memory Module
  144
Additional Battery Pack
145
Additional AC Adaptor (PA3283U-2ACA or PA3283E-2ACA)
145
Battery Charger
146
USB Floppy Disk Drive
146
External Monitor
146
Parallel Printer
146
Advanced Port Replicator Iil
147
- Connecting the Port Replicator
  148
Security Lock
149
Troubleshooting
151
Problem Solving Process
151
- Preliminary Checklist
  152
- Analyzing the Problem
  152
Hardware and System Checklist
153
- System Start-Up
  153
- Self Test
  154
- Power
  154
- Ac Power
  155
- Real Time Clock
  156
- Password
  157
- Keyboard
  157
- LCD Panel
  157
- Hard Disk Drive
  158
- CD-ROM Drive
  158
- DVD-ROM Drive
  159
- DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW Drive
  161
- DVD-R/-RW Drive
  162
- DVD Super Multi Drive
  164
- Floppy Disk Drive
  165
- PC Card
  165
- Pointing Device
  166
- Usb
  167
- Usb Mouse
  167
- Memory Expansion
  168
- Sound System
  169
- Monitor
  169
- Modem
  170
- Lan
  171
- Wireless LAN
  171
- Printer
  172
TOSHIBA Support
172
- Before You Call
  172
- Where to Write
  173
- Physical Dimensions
  175
- Environmental Requirements
  175
Appendix A Specifications
175
- Power Requirements
  176
- Video Modes
  179
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes
179
Display Settings
188
Appendix C at Commands
193
Appendix D S-Registers
203
- At Command Set Result Codes
  208
- Internal Modem Guide
  215
- Installing the Internal Modem
  215
- Removing the Internal Modem
  216
- Card Specifications
  217
- Radio Characteristics
  217
- Ac Power Cord and Connectors
  221
- Certification Agencies
  221
- Parts Numbers
  223

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

Chapter 4: Expansion Options

Chapter 5: Enhancing Productivity

Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities

Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong

Appendix A: Hot Keys

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors

Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

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