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Page 1 - User’s Manual

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Page 2 - Trademarks

x User’s ManualA300/A300DPioneer DVR-KD08TBM/DVR-KD08TBFToshiba Samsung TS-L632H/TS-L632PLocation of the required labelCOMPLIES WITHFDA RADIATION PERF

Page 3 - Safety instructions

4-30 User’s ManualA300/A300DDisconnectingTo disconnect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below.1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the tel

Page 4 - EU Declaration of Comformity

User’s Manual 4-31A300/A300DSecurity Be sure to enable encryption function. Otherwise your computer will allow the illegal access by outsider through

Page 5 - Modem warning notice

4-32 User’s ManualA300/A300DWireless communication switchYou can enable or disable RF transmission(Wireless LAN and Bluetooth) functions on and off, w

Page 6 - Disposal of products

User’s Manual 4-33A300/A300DLANThe computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits

Page 7 - Program

4-34 User’s ManualA300/A300D3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub.

Page 8 - Optical disc drive standards

User’s Manual 4-35A300/A300DMoving the computerThe computer is designed for rugged durability. However, a few simple precautions taken when moving the

Page 9 - HLDS GSA-T40N/GSA-T40F

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Page 10 - A300/A300D

User’s Manual 5-1A300/A300DChapter 5The KeyboardThe computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with 104/105-key enhanced keyboard. Pressing FN key and o

Page 11 - International precautions

5-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DFunction keys: F1 … F12The function keys, not to be confused with FN, are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard. These ke

Page 12 - Important notice

User’s Manual 5-3A300/A300DPress FN + F12 (Scroll Lock) to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on default is off.Press FN + ENTER to simulat

Page 13 - Table of Contents

User’s Manual xiA300/A300DInternational precautionsCAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To

Page 14 - Optional Devices

5-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DHibernate: Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to hibernation mode.Output: Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display dev

Page 15

User’s Manual 5-5A300/A300DTOSHIBA zooming utility (reduce): Pressing FN + 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the

Page 16

5-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DKeypad overlayYour computer’s keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which

Page 17 - Manual contents

User’s Manual 5-7A300/A300DTemporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard funct

Page 18 - Conventions

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Page 19 - Terminology

User’s Manual 6-1A300/A300DChapter 6Power and Power-up ModesThe computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter

Page 20

6-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DPower indicatorsThe Battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator panel alert you to the computer’s operating

Page 21 - General Precautions

User’s Manual 6-3A300/A300DDC IN indicatorCheck the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected.Power indicatorCheck t

Page 22 - Mobile phones

6-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DTo ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month

Page 23 - Chapter 1

User’s Manual 6-5A300/A300DWarning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, Which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow i

Page 24 - Documentation

xii User’s ManualA300/A300DImportant noticeCopyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer program, databases are protected by

Page 25 - Features

6-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DWarning1. Never allow caustic electrolyte fluid leaked from a battery pack to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. If caust

Page 26 - 1-4 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 6-7A300/A300DNote1. Never remove the battery pack while the Wake-up on LAN function is enabled. Data will be lost. Before you remove a b

Page 27

6-8 User’s ManualA300/A300DBattery charging noticeThe battery may not charge right away under the following conditions: The battery is extremely hot

Page 28 - 1-6 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 6-9A300/A300DMaximizing battery operating timeA battery’s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge.How long

Page 29 - Communications

6-10 User’s ManualA300/A300DExtending battery lifeTo maximize the life of your battery packs: At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a p

Page 30

User’s Manual 6-11A300/A300DReplacing the battery packWhen the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one.

Page 31 - Special features

6-12 User’s ManualA300/A300D6. Slide the battery release latch to free the battery pack for removal, then lift up the battery pack.Figure 6-2 Removing

Page 32 - 1-10 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 6-13A300/A300DStarting the computer by passwordIf you have already registered a password, there are two ways to start the computer: Swi

Page 33 - TOSHIBA Value Added Package

6-14 User’s ManualA300/A300DPanel power on/offYou can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel. Whe

Page 34 - Utilities and applications

User’s Manual 7-1A300/A300DChapter 7HW Setup and PasswordsThis chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how

Page 35 - User’s Manual 1-13

User’s Manual xiiiA300/A300DTable of ContentsPrefaceGeneral PrecautionsChapter 1 IntroductionEquipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 36 - 1-14 User’s Manual

7-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DGeneralThis window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and About.SetupThis field displays the insta

Page 37 - User’s Manual 1-15

User’s Manual 7-3A300/A300D3. Click the OK button. If the character string you enter matches the registered password, the password option is reset and

Page 38 - 1-16 User’s Manual

7-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DBoot PriorityBoot Priority OptionsThis option sets the priority for booting the computer.If there is only 1 HDD, the Boot P

Page 39 - Chapter 2

User’s Manual 7-5A300/A300DThis procedure does not affect the settings. * In this computer, CD-ROM refers to the DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive.To cha

Page 40 - 2-2 User’s Manual

7-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DThere are two modes, Mode 1 and Mode 2 in [Enabled]. For normal use, set the setting to Mode 1.LANWake-up on LANThis featur

Page 41 - Left side

User’s Manual 8-1A300/A300DChapter 8Optional DevicesOptional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility. The following optiona

Page 42 - 2-4 User’s Manual

8-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DExpressCardInstalling an ExpressCardThe ExpressCard slot is located on the left side of the computer. You can install one E

Page 43 - Right side

User’s Manual 8-3A300/A300D2. Grasp the dummy card and pull it out from the slot.Figure 8-2 Removing the dummy card3. Insert the ExpressCard.4. Press

Page 44 - Underside

8-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DRemoving an ExpressCardTo remove the ExpressCard, follow the steps below.1. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely Remove Hardw

Page 45 - Front with the display open

User’s Manual 8-5A300/A300DInstalling a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD cardTo install the memory card, follow the steps below.1. Insert the memory card.2. P

Page 46 - 2-8 User’s Manual

xiv User’s ManualA300/A300DChapter 4Operating BasicsUsing the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 47 - Function buttons

8-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DRemoving a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD cardTo remove the memory card, follow the steps below.1. In Windows Vista™, open the Sa

Page 48 - System indicators

User’s Manual 8-7A300/A300DMemory expansionYou can install additional memory in the computer’s memory module to increase the amount of RAM.Installing

Page 49 - Keyboard indicators

8-8 User’s ManualA300/A300D6. Insert the memory module into the connector on the computer. Press the module carefully and firmly to ensure a solid con

Page 50 - Optical disc drive

User’s Manual 8-9A300/A300DRemoving memory moduleTo remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then:1. Turn the computer off and

Page 51 - Remote controller

8-10 User’s ManualA300/A300DAdditional battery pack (3 cell, 6 cell and 9 cell)You can increase the portability of the computer with additional batter

Page 52 - Figure 2-10 Remote controller

User’s Manual 8-11A300/A300DTo change the display settings, press FN + F5. If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off, be sure to

Page 53 - User’s Manual 2-15

8-12 User’s ManualA300/A300D1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port of the HDMI device.Figure 8-12 Connecting a HDMI cable2. Plug the oth

Page 54 - Using the remote controller

User’s Manual 8-13A300/A300Di.LINK (IEEE1394)i.LINK (IEEE1394) is used for high-speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as1. Digita

Page 55 - Installing/Removing batteries

8-14 User’s ManualA300/A300DConnecting1. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer.2. Plug

Page 56 - Installing the batteries

User’s Manual 9-1A300/A300DChapter 9TroubleshootingTOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedu

Page 57 - Placing remote controller

User’s Manual xvA300/A300DHDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11i.LINK (IEEE1

Page 58 - AC adaptor

9-2 User’s ManualA300/A300D Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins. Check that your diskette is correctly i

Page 59 - Chapter 3

User’s Manual 9-3A300/A300DHardware and system checklistThis section discusses problems caused by your computer’s hardware or attached peripherals. Ba

Page 60 - Connecting the AC adaptor

9-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DPower When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor, the battery pack is the primary power source. However, your comp

Page 61 - Turning on the power

User’s Manual 9-5A300/A300DBatteryIf you suspect a problem with the battery, check the DC IN indicator as well as the battery indicator. For informati

Page 62 - Turning off the power

9-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DPasswordKeyboardKeyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, The K

Page 63 - Automatic hibernation mode

User’s Manual 9-7A300/A300DHard disk driveDVD Super Multi(+-R DL) driveFor more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.Problem ProcedureCom

Page 64 - Sleep mode

9-8 User’s ManualA300/A300DDiskette driveSome CD/DVDs run correctly, but others do notThe software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem.

Page 65 - Restarting the computer

User’s Manual 9-9A300/A300DInfrared Receiver WindowRefer also to the documentation for your IrDA compatible device and related software.Pointing devic

Page 66

9-10 User’s ManualA300/A300DUSB mouseThis section applies only with Windows Vista™ operating system.When the reaction of touchpad is sensitive to slow

Page 67 - User’s Manual 3-9

User’s Manual 9-11A300/A300DFingerprint sensorExpressCardRefer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices.Problem ProcedureReading of the fingerprint was not

Page 68 - Recovery Discs

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Page 69 - User’s Manual 3-11

9-12 User’s ManualA300/A300DSD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD cardRefer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices.External monitorRefer also to Chapter 8, Optional D

Page 70 - 3-12 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 9-13A300/A300DSound systemTV output signalProblem ProcedureNo sound is heard Adjust the volume control dial.Check the software volume se

Page 71 - Chapter 4

9-14 User’s ManualA300/A300DUSBRefer also to your USB device’s documentation.USB Sleep and Charge functionProblem ProcedureUSB device does not workChe

Page 72 - Using the fingerprint sensor

User’s Manual 9-15A300/A300DThe battery depletes quickly even when I turned OFF the power of the computerWhen USB Sleep and Charge function is set to

Page 73 - User’s Manual 4-3

9-16 User’s ManualA300/A300DModemProblem ProcedureCommunication software can’t initialize modemMake sure the computer’s internal modem settings are co

Page 74 - 4-4 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 9-17A300/A300DSleep/HibernationLANWireless LANIf the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN administrator. For

Page 75 - User’s Manual 4-5

9-18 User’s ManualA300/A300DBluetoothFor more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basicsi.LINK (IEEE1394) deviceProbl

Page 76 - Set up procedure

User’s Manual 9-19A300/A300DTOSHIBA supportIf you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer

Page 77 - User’s Manual 4-7

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Page 78 - 4-8 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 10-1A300/A300DChapter 10DisclaimersThis chapter slates the Disclaimer(s) information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. CPUCentral Process

Page 79 - User’s Manual 4-9

User’s Manual xviiA300/A300DPrefaceCongratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A300/A300D computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer i

Page 80

10-2 User’s ManualA300/A300D64-Bit Computing. 64-bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bit computing.64-bit computing requires th

Page 81 - Using optical disc drives

User’s Manual 10-3A300/A300DHDD drive capacity1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating system, howev

Page 82 - Figure 4-6 Inserting a CD/DVD

10-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DCopy protectionCopy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media

Page 83 - Figure 4-7 Closing the drawer

User’s Manual A-1A300/A300DAppendix ASpecificationsThis appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications.Environmental requirementsPower re

Page 84 - Removing discs

A-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DBuilt-in modemThe ability of this feature is depending on the model you purchased.Network control unit (NCU)Type of NCU AAT

Page 85 - Important message

User’s Manual B-1A300/A300DAppendix BDisplay Controller and ModesDisplay controllerThe display controller interprets software commands into hardware c

Page 86 - Before writing or rewriting

B-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DVideo modesThe computer supports video modes defined in the table below. If your application offers a selection of mode num

Page 87 - User’s Manual 4-17

User’s Manual C-1A300/A300DAppendix CWireless LANThis appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a minimum of

Page 88 - When writing or rewriting

C-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DRadio characteristicsRadio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to: Country/region where the product w

Page 89 - TOSHIBA Disc Creator

User’s Manual C-3A300/A300DTable Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision B and G)When installing Wireless LAN cards, the channel configuration is

Page 90 - Data verification

xviii User’s ManualA300/A300DChapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes, gives details on the computer’s power resources and battery save modes.Chapter 7, HW

Page 91 - for TOSHIBA

C-4 User’s ManualA300/A300D Table Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision A)*1Factory-set default channels*2Refer to the sheet Approved Countrie

Page 92 - Important information for use

User’s Manual D-1A300/A300DAppendix DAC Power Cord and ConnectorsThe AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various international AC powe

Page 93 - User’s Manual 4-23

D-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DFor the United States and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be 2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V); while three pin be 6-15

Page 94 - Using the web camera

User’s Manual E-1A300/A300DAppendix EIf your computer is stolenShould your computer be stolen, however, we’ll help you try to find it. Before contacti

Page 95 - Using the software

E-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DTOSHIBA Theft RegistrationSend to: TOSHIBA Europe GmbHTechnical Service and SupportLeibnizstr. 293055 RegensburgGermanyFax

Page 96 - Disclaimers

User’s Manual Glossary-1A300/A300DGlossaryThe terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference.A

Page 97 - Region selection

Glossary-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DIDE: integrated drive electronicsI/O: input/outputIrDA: Infrared Data AssociationIRQ: interrupt requestKB: kilobyteL

Page 98 - Properties menu

User’s Manual Glossary-3A300/A300Danalog signal: A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog o

Page 99 - Connecting

Glossary-4 User’s ManualA300/A300Dbyte: The representation of a single character. A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest

Page 100 - Wireless communications

User’s Manual Glossary-5A300/A300Dcomponents: Elements or parts (of a system) which make up the whole (system).Composite Video (YUV): A standard video

Page 101 - Radio links

User’s Manual xixA300/A300DDisplayMessagesMessages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is i

Page 102 - Wireless communication switch

Glossary-6 User’s ManualA300/A300Ddialog box: A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information.Digital Audio: An a

Page 103 - Connecting LAN cable

User’s Manual Glossary-7A300/A300DEecho: To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. You can display the information on t

Page 104 - Cleaning the computer

Glossary-8 User’s ManualA300/A300DHhard disk: A non-removable disk usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a trained e

Page 105 - Heat dispersal

User’s Manual Glossary-9A300/A300DIrDA 1.1: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps. Jjump

Page 106 - 4-36 User’s Manual

Glossary-10 User’s ManualA300/A300Dmode: A method of operation, for example, the Boot Mode, Sleep Mode or the Hibernation Mode.modem: Derived from mod

Page 107 - Chapter 5

User’s Manual Glossary-11A300/A300Dparity: 1) The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values (integers) both of which are either on or off;

Page 108 - Function keys: F1 … F12

Glossary-12 User’s ManualA300/A300Drestart: Resetting a computer without turning it off (also called “warm boot” or “soft reset”). See also boot.RGB:

Page 109 - Hot keys

User’s Manual Glossary-13A300/A300DTterminal: A typewriter-like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input/output.TFT di

Page 110 - 5-4 User’s Manual

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Page 111 - Windows special keys

User’s Manual Index-1A300/A300DIndexAAC adaptor, 1-6, 2-5, 2-20, A-1additional, 1-15, 8-10connecting, 3-2problems, 9-4safety instructions, -iii, -xxii

Page 112 - Keypad overlay

ii User’s ManualA300/A300DCopyright© 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in a

Page 113 - Generating ASCII characters

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Page 114 - 5-8 User’s Manual

Index-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DExternal monitor, 8-10controller and modes, B-1HW Setup, 7-3port, 1-6, 2-3problems, 9-12FFan ventlocation, 2-3Fingerpri

Page 115 - Chapter 6

User’s Manual Index-3A300/A300DIndicatorbattery, 6-2DC IN, 6-3front edge logo, 2-1Function button, 7-6keyboard, 2-11LAN, 4-34optical disc drive, 2-12p

Page 116 - Power indicators

Index-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DOOptical disc drive, 2-5, 2-12indicator, 2-10location, 2-5safety instructions, -viiiusing, 4-11PPasswordfingerprint sen

Page 117 - Battery types

User’s Manual Index-5A300/A300DRemote controller, 2-13battery, 2-17placing, 2-19using, 2-16Restarting the computer, 3-7SSecurity lockattaching, 8-14lo

Page 118 - Real Time Clock battery

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Page 119 - User’s Manual 6-5

User’s Manual xxiA300/A300DGeneral PrecautionsTOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portabili

Page 120 - 6-6 User’s Manual

xxii User’s ManualA300/A300DHeat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can

Page 121 - Charging the batteries

User’s Manual 1-1A300/A300DChapter 1IntroductionThis chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the computer’s features, options and a

Page 122 - Monitoring battery capacity

1-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DSoftwareMicrosoft® Windows Vista™The following software is preinstalled: Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Modem Driver (Can be u

Page 123 - Retaining data with power off

User’s Manual 1-3A300/A300DFeaturesThis computer incorporates the following features and benefits:ProcessorMemoryBuilt-in Please visit your region’s w

Page 124 - Extending battery life

1-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DDisksVideo RAM Depending on the model you purchased.Mobile Intel® GM965 Express Chipset/Mobile Intel® GL960 Express Chipset

Page 125 - Replacing the battery pack

User’s Manual 1-5A300/A300DKeyboardPointing deviceDVD Super Multi (+-R DL) driveSome models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi (+- R DL) dr

Page 126 - Installing the battery pack

1-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DPowerPortsBattery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.RTC battery The internal RTC ba

Page 127 - Power-up modes

User’s Manual 1-7A300/A300DSlotsMultimediaCommunications Multiple digital media slot This slot allows you to easily transfer data from devices, such a

Page 128 - System auto off

User’s Manual iiiA300/A300DManufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. C

Page 129 - Chapter 7

1-8 User’s ManualA300/A300DSecurity SoftwareBluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth™ wireless technol

Page 130 - User Password

User’s Manual 1-9A300/A300DSpecial featuresThe following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the compu

Page 131 - Power On Display

1-10 User’s ManualA300/A300DPanel power on/off This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on whe

Page 132 - Boot Priority Options

User’s Manual 1-11A300/A300DTOSHIBA Value Added PackageThis section describes the TOSHIBA Component features preinstalled on the computer.TOSHIBA Powe

Page 133 - USB Sleep and Charge function

1-12 User’s ManualA300/A300DUtilities and applicationsThis section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operat

Page 134 - LED ON/OFF

User’s Manual 1-13A300/A300DTOSHIBA ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication device and network connection

Page 135 - Chapter 8

1-14 User’s ManualA300/A300DOptionsYou can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. The following optio

Page 136 - ExpressCard

User’s Manual 1-15A300/A300DAC adaptor If you use your computer at more than one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor (PA34

Page 137 - 3. Insert the ExpressCard

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Page 138 - Removing an ExpressCard

User’s Manual 2-1A300/A300DChapter 2The Grand TourThis chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component

Page 139 - User’s Manual 8-5

iv User’s ManualA300/A300D Use only the AC adaptor and batteries that are approved for use with this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC a

Page 140 - 8-6 User’s Manual

2-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DSet the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the Wireless communication indicator. It stops glowing when the wir

Page 141 - Memory expansion

User’s Manual 2-3A300/A300DLeft sideThe following figure shows the computer’s left side.Figure 2-2 The left side of the computerExternal monitor portT

Page 142 - 8-8 User’s Manual

2-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DUniversal serial bus (USB 2.0) portsThe two universal serial bus (USB) ports comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which enable

Page 143 - Removing memory module

User’s Manual 2-5A300/A300DRight sideThe following figure shows the computer’s right side.Figure 2-3 The right side of the computerUniversal serial bu

Page 144 - External monitor

2-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DBack sideThe following figure shows the computer’s back side.Figure 2-4 The computer’s back sideUndersideThe following figu

Page 145 - Television

User’s Manual 2-7A300/A300DFront with the display openThe following figure shows the front of the computer with the display open. To open the display,

Page 146 - Settings for audio on HDMI

2-8 User’s ManualA300/A300DStereo speaker The speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition, g

Page 147 - Precautions

User’s Manual 2-9A300/A300DFunction buttonsSix buttons are provided with some models.Available for use: Mute or LED On/Off, CD/DVD, Play/Pause, Stop,

Page 148 - Security lock

2-10 User’s ManualA300/A300DSystem indicatorsThe following figure shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in pro

Page 149 - Chapter 9

User’s Manual 2-11A300/A300DKeyboard indicatorsThe figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the CAPS LOCK indicator.When

Page 150 - Analyzing the problem

User’s Manual vA300/A300DWorking environment This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) requirements to be observed f

Page 151 - Hardware and system checklist

2-12 User’s ManualA300/A300DOptical disc driveWhen the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.Region codes for DVD drives and

Page 152 - AC power

User’s Manual 2-13A300/A300DDVD Super Multi (+-R DL) driveThe full-size DVD Super Multi drive (+-R DL) module allows you to record data to rewritable

Page 153 - Power and Power-up Modes

2-14 User’s ManualA300/A300DFigure 2-10 Remote controllerCD/DVD button Press this button to launch an application program that allows Windows Media Pl

Page 154 - LCD panel

User’s Manual 2-15A300/A300DDVD menu Opens the main menu on a DVD movie, if available.Arrows Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows.

Page 155 - DVD Super Multi(+-R DL) drive

2-16 User’s ManualA300/A300DUsing the remote controllerSome computers include a remote control unit, which allows you to control some of your computer

Page 156 - Diskette drive

User’s Manual 2-17A300/A300DInstalling/Removing batteriesBe sure to install the provided AA type or CR2016 type batteries before using the remote cont

Page 157 - Pointing device

2-18 User’s ManualA300/A300DType of battery that can be used for the remote controllerWhen the provided batteries run down, please replace them with a

Page 158 - Vista™ operating system

User’s Manual 2-19A300/A300DReplacing the batteriesWhen the batteries in the remote controller reach the end of their life, the remote controller may

Page 159 - Fingerprint sensor

2-20 User’s ManualA300/A300DRemove a remote controllerTo remove the remote controller, follow the setps below.1. Press the remote controller slightly

Page 160 - SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card

User’s Manual 3-1A300/A300DChapter 3Getting StartedThis chapter provides basic information to start using your computer. It covers the following topic

Page 161 - TV output signal

vi User’s ManualA300/A300DNetwork compatibility statementThis product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has

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3-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DConnecting the AC adaptorAttach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power. It

Page 163 - User’s Manual 9-15

User’s Manual 3-3A300/A300DOpening the displayThe display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.To open the display, lift

Page 164 - 9-16 User’s Manual

3-4 User’s ManualA300/A300DStarting up for the first timeWhen you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the Microsoft® Windows Vis

Page 165 - Wireless LAN

User’s Manual 3-5A300/A300DBenefits of hibernation modeThe hibernation feature provides the following benefits: Saves data to the hard disk when the

Page 166 - Bluetooth

3-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DData save in hibernation modeWhen you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to save current m

Page 167 - TOSHIBA support

User’s Manual 3-7A300/A300DExecuting sleep modeYou can enter sleep mode in one of three ways:1. Click Windows Start button, point to , and then clic

Page 168 - 9-20 User’s Manual

3-8 User’s ManualA300/A300DSystem Recovery Options and Restoring the pre-installed SoftwareAbout 1.5GB hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk

Page 169 - Chapter 10

User’s Manual 3-9A300/A300DCreating Optical Recovery DiscsThis section describes how to create Recovery Discs.A recovery image of the software on your

Page 170 - Memory (main system)

3-10 User’s ManualA300/A300DRestoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery DiscsIf the pre-installed files are damaged, you are able

Page 171 - Non-applicable icons

User’s Manual 3-11A300/A300D1. Turn off the computer.2. Turn on the computer and when the TOSHIBA screen appears repeatedly press the F8 key.3. The Ad

Page 172 - LCD brightness and eye strain

User’s Manual viiA300/A300DFor more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country, please visit our web

Page 173 - Appendix A

3-12 User’s ManualA300/A300D

Page 174 - Built-in modem

User’s Manual 4-1A300/A300DChapter 4Operating BasicsThis chapter gives information on basic operations including using the touchpad, the fingerprint s

Page 175 - Appendix B

4-2 User’s ManualA300/A300DUsing the fingerprint sensorThis product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing f

Page 176 - Video modes

User’s Manual 4-3A300/A300DPoints to note about the fingerprint sensorFailure to follow these guidelines might result in (1) damage to the sensor or c

Page 177 - Appendix C

4-4 User’s ManualA300/A300D Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors o

Page 178 - Supported frequency sub-bands

User’s Manual 4-5A300/A300D4. The user’s fingers screen is displayed. To delete all registered fingerprints:1. Click Delete All Fingerprint2. Follow

Page 179 - User’s Manual C-3

4-6 User’s ManualA300/A300DPoints to note about the fingerprint utility If Windows Vista™’s file encryption function EFS (Encryption File System) is

Page 180 - C-4 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 4-7A300/A300D7. In case of finger injury or authentication failure, it is recommended that another fingerprint also be enrolled. The fol

Page 181 - Appendix D

4-8 User’s ManualA300/A300DFingerprint system boot authenticationGeneralThe fingerprint authentication system can be used to replace the keyboardbased

Page 182 - Australia Europe

User’s Manual 4-9A300/A300DFingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On featureGeneralThis is a feature that allows the user to complete the authentication for bo

Page 183 - Appendix E

viii User’s ManualA300/A300DOptical disc drive standardsYour computer is shipped with the following drive preinstalled: DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive

Page 184 - TOSHIBA Theft Registration

4-10 User’s ManualA300/A300DUSB Sleep and Charge functionYour computer can supply USB bus power (DC5V) to the USB port even when the power of the comp

Page 185 - Glossary

User’s Manual 4-11A300/A300DHow to enable/disable USB sleep and charge functionYou can set enable/disable USB sleep and charge function in HW setup. P

Page 186 - Glossary-2 User’s Manual

4-12 User’s ManualA300/A300Db. Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the drive’s power is off. If the power is off, you can open the

Page 187 - User’s Manual Glossary-3

User’s Manual 4-13A300/A300D4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD should lie below the top of the

Page 188 - Glossary-4 User’s Manual

4-14 User’s ManualA300/A300DRemoving discsTo remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps below and refer to below figure.1. To pop the drawer partially open,

Page 189 - User’s Manual Glossary-5

User’s Manual 4-15A300/A300DFunction buttonsThis section describes about Function buttons.Six buttons are provided with some models.Figure 4-9 Functio

Page 190 - Glossary-6 User’s Manual

4-16 User’s ManualA300/A300DBefore writing or rewriting Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of C

Page 191 - User’s Manual Glossary-7

User’s Manual 4-17A300/A300D If the disc is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur. Be careful to check the disc fo

Page 192 - Glossary-8 User’s Manual

4-18 User’s ManualA300/A300D Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software. Do not run software such as a screen saver, w

Page 193 - User’s Manual Glossary-9

User’s Manual 4-19A300/A300DDisclaimerTOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: Damage to any CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW/

Page 194 - Glossary-10 User’s Manual

User’s Manual ixA300/A300DDVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drivePanasonic UJ-870B/UJ-870FHLDS GSA-T40N/GSA-T40FLocation of the required labelCOMPLIES WITH FDA

Page 195 - User’s Manual Glossary-11

4-20 User’s ManualA300/A300D If you add data to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD+R or DVD+R DL disc that you have already recorded to, you might not be able to

Page 196 - Glossary-12 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 4-21A300/A300DVideoYou can record video using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBA.When using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBAHow to m

Page 197 - User’s Manual Glossary-13

4-22 User’s ManualA300/A300DImportant information for useNote the following limitations when you write Video DVD:1. Editing digital video Log in with

Page 198 - Glossary-14 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 4-23A300/A300D2. Before recording the video to DVD When you record DVD disc, please use only discs recommended by the Drive manufacture

Page 199 - User’s Manual Index-1

4-24 User’s ManualA300/A300DMedia careThis section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVD.Handle your media with care. The following s

Page 200 - Index-2 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 4-25A300/A300DUsing the softwareThe web camera software is pre-configured to start when you turn on Windows Vista™; if you need to resta

Page 201 - User’s Manual Index-3

4-26 User’s ManualA300/A300DUsing TOSHIBA Face RecognitionIf your computer is equipped with a web camera, the TOSHIBA Face Recognition feature can be

Page 202 - Index-4 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 4-27A300/A300DUsing the microphoneYour computer has a built-in microphone that can be used to record monaural sounds into your applicati

Page 203 - User’s Manual Index-5

4-28 User’s ManualA300/A300D2. The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar.Figure 4-12 The Region Selection icon (Windows Vista™)3.

Page 204 - Index-6 User’s Manual

User’s Manual 4-29A300/A300DSettingYou can enable or disable the following settings:AutoRun ModeThe Region Select utility starts automatically when yo

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