Toshiba Laptop A300 User Manual

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x User’s ManualA300DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drivePanasonic UJ-870B/UJ-870F/UJ870AB/UJ870EBHLDS GSA-T40N/GSA-T40F/GSA-T50N/GSA-T50FLocation of the requ

4-32 User’s ManualA300 Frequency Channel Selection (Revision A/draft N: 5 GHz, Revision B/G/draft N: 2.4GHz) Roaming over multiple channels Card Po

User’s Manual 4-33A300SecurityTwo advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security: Authentication prevents access to critical data and m

4-34 User’s ManualA300LANThe computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per se

User’s Manual 4-35A3003. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub.Discon

4-36 User’s ManualA300Moving the computerThe computer is designed for rugged durability. However, a few simple precautions taken when moving the compu

User’s Manual 5-1A300Chapter 5The KeyboardThe computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with 104/105-key enhanced keyboard. Pressing FN key and other k

5-2 User’s ManualA300Function keys: F1 … F12The function keys, not to be confused with FN, are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard. These keys are

User’s Manual 5-3A300Hot keysHot keys (pressing FN + a function or ESC key) allow you to enable or disable certain features of the computer.Press FN +

5-4 User’s ManualA300Hibernate Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to hibernation mode.Output Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display device.Brig

User’s Manual 5-5A300FN sticky keyYou can use the Toshiba Accessibility Utility to make the FN key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it,

User’s Manual xiA300Pioneer DVR-KD08TBM/DVR-KD08TBF/DVR-TD08TBM/DVR-TD08TBFToshiba Samsung TS-L632H/TS-L632P/TS-L633A/TS-L633PLocation of the required

5-6 User’s ManualA300Keypad overlayYour computer’s keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functi

User’s Manual 5-7A300Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)While using the overlay, you can temporarily access the normal keyboard functions w

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User’s Manual 6-1A300Chapter 6Power and Power-up ModesThe computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives

6-2 User’s ManualA300Power indicatorsThe Battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator panel alert you to the computer’s operating capab

User’s Manual 6-3A300DC IN indicatorCheck the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected.Power indicatorCheck the Pow

6-4 User’s ManualA300To ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until

User’s Manual 6-5A300Care and use of the battery packThe battery pack is a vital component of portable computing. Taking proper care of it will help e

6-6 User’s ManualA3008. Never expose the battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack’s internal protective device will fai

User’s Manual 6-7A3006. Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power. If the battery pack and real time clock battery discharge completely. Sleep an

xii User’s ManualA300International precautionsCAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use t

6-8 User’s ManualA300TimeThe following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery.Charging time (hours)Battery cha

User’s Manual 6-9A300Monitoring battery capacityRemaining battery power can be monitored in Power Options.Maximizing battery operating timeA battery’s

6-10 User’s ManualA300Retaining data with power offWhen you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data for the fol

User’s Manual 6-11A300Replacing the battery packWhen the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one. If the

6-12 User’s ManualA3006. Slide the battery release latch to free the battery pack for removal, then lift up the battery pack.Figure 6-2 Removing the b

User’s Manual 6-13A300Starting the computer by passwordIf you have already registered a password, there are two ways to start the computer: Swipe you

6-14 User’s ManualA300Panel power on/offYou can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel. When you

User’s Manual 7-1A300Chapter 7HW Setup and PasswordsThis chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to se

7-2 User’s ManualA300GeneralThis window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and About.SetupThis field displays the installed B

User’s Manual 7-3A3003. Click the OK button. If the character string you enter matches the registered password, the password option is reset and the d

User’s Manual xiiiA300Important noticeCopyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer program, databases are protected by copyr

7-4 User’s ManualA300Boot PriorityBoot Priority OptionsThis option sets the priority for booting the computer.If there is only 1 HDD, the Boot Priorit

User’s Manual 7-5A300You can override the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the computer is booti

7-6 User’s ManualA300USBLegacy USB SupportUse this option to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation. If your operating system does not support USB, yo

User’s Manual 7-7A300LANWake-up on LANThis feature lets the computer’s power be turned on when it receives a wake-up signal from the LAN.Built-in LANi

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User’s Manual 8-1A300Chapter 8Optional DevicesOptional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility. The following optional devi

8-2 User’s ManualA300ExpressCardInstalling an ExpressCardThe ExpressCard slot is located on the left side of the computer. You can install one Express

User’s Manual 8-3A3005. Check the configuration in the HW Setup window to make sure it is appropriate for your card.Figure 8-3 Inserting the ExpressCa

8-4 User’s ManualA300Multiple digital media card slotThe computer is equipped with a multiple digital media card slot that can accommodate Secure Digi

User’s Manual 8-5A300Removing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD cardTo remove the memory card, follow the steps below.1. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely R

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8-6 User’s ManualA300Memory expansionYou can install additional memory in the computer’s memory module to increase the amount of RAM.Installing memory

User’s Manual 8-7A300Figure 8-7 Removing the cover6. Insert the memory module into the connector on the computer. Press the module carefully and firml

8-8 User’s ManualA3008. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw.9. When you turn the computer on, it should automatically recognize the total memo

User’s Manual 8-9A300Additional battery pack (3 cell, 6 cell and 9 cell)You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs

8-10 User’s ManualA300When you turn on the power, the computer automatically recognizes the monitor and determines whether it is color or monochrome.Y

User’s Manual 8-11A300HDMISome models are equipped with HDMI out port than can send/receive video, audio and control signals by connecting with extern

8-12 User’s ManualA300Settings for audio on HDMITo set the audio device to use the HDMI, follow the steps below.1. Click Start.2. Click Control Panel.

User’s Manual 8-13A300 You may not use any copyrighted video or music data copied from a video camera except for your personal enjoyment. If you con

8-14 User’s ManualA300Security lockA security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized re

User’s Manual 9-1A300Chapter 9TroubleshootingTOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedures in

User’s Manual xvA300Table of ContentsPrefaceGeneral PrecautionsChapter 1 IntroductionEquipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

User’s Manual 9-3A300Hardware and system checklistThis section discusses problems caused by your computer’s hardware or attached peripherals. Basic pr

9-4 User’s ManualA300Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor, the battery pack is the primary power source. However, your computer h

User’s Manual 9-5A300BatteryIf you suspect a problem with the battery, check the DC IN indicator as well as the battery indicator. For information on

9-6 User’s ManualA300PasswordKeyboardKeyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboar

User’s Manual 9-7A300Hard disk driveDVD Super Multi(+-R DL) driveFor more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.Problem ProcedureComputer

9-8 User’s ManualA300Diskette driveSome CD/DVDs run correctly, but others do notThe software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem. Make

User’s Manual 9-9A300Pointing deviceIf you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation.Touchp

9-10 User’s ManualA300USB mouseThis section applies only with Windows Vista™ operating system.Fingerprint sensorProblem ProcedureOn-screen pointer doe

User’s Manual 9-11A300ExpressCardRefer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices.SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD cardRefer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices.Fing

xvi User’s ManualA300Chapter 4Operating BasicsUsing the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1Usi

9-12 User’s ManualA300External monitorRefer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to your monitor’s documentation.Sound systemProblem ProcedureMoni

User’s Manual 9-13A300TV output signalUSBRefer also to your USB device’s documentation.Problem ProcedureDisplay on TV is poor Make sure the TV type is

9-14 User’s ManualA300USB Sleep and Charge functionProblem ProcedureI cannot use the USB Sleep and Charge functionThe setting of USB Sleep and Charge

User’s Manual 9-15A300eSATA/USB combo portRefer also to your eSATA device and USB device’s documentation.External devices connected to the compatible

9-16 User’s ManualA300ModemProblem ProcedureCommunication software can’t initialize modemMake sure the computer’s internal modem settings are correct.

User’s Manual 9-17A300Sleep/HibernationLANWireless LANIf the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN administrator. For more

9-18 User’s ManualA300BluetoothFor more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.i.LINK (IEEE1394) deviceProblem Pr

User’s Manual 9-19A300TOSHIBA supportIf you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you

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User’s Manual 10-1A300Chapter 10DisclaimersThis chapter slates the Disclaimer(s) information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. CPUCentral Processing Un

User’s Manual xviiA300External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9Television . . . . . .

10-2 User’s ManualA30064-Bit Computing. 64-bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bit computing.64-bit computing requires that the

User’s Manual 10-3A300HDD drive capacity1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating system, however, re

10-4 User’s ManualA300Copy protectionCopy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media.Image

User’s Manual A-1A300Appendix ASpecificationsThis appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications.Environmental requirementsPower requirem

A-2 User’s ManualA300Built-in modemThe ability of this feature is depending on the model you purchased.Network control unit (NCU)Type of NCU AAType of

User’s Manual B-1A300Appendix BDisplay ControllerThe display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular pixel

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User’s Manual C-1A300Appendix CWireless LANThis appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a minimum of param

C-2 User’s ManualA300Radio characteristicsRadio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to: Country/region where the product was pur

User’s Manual C-3A300Table Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision B and G)When installing Wireless LAN cards, the channel configuration is manag

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C-4 User’s ManualA300Table Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision A)*1Factory-set default channels*2Check if these channels can be used in your

User’s Manual D-1A300Appendix DAC Power Cord and ConnectorsThe AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various international AC power outl

D-2 User’s ManualA300For the United States and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be 2-15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V); while three pin be 6-15P (250V

User’s Manual E-1A300Appendix EIf your computer is stolenShould your computer be stolen, however, we’ll help you try to find it. Before contacting TOS

E-2 User’s ManualA300TOSHIBA Theft RegistrationSend to: TOSHIBA Europe GmbHTechnical Service and SupportLeibnizstr. 293055 RegensburgGermanyFax number

User’s Manual Glossary-1A300GlossaryThe terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference.Abbrevi

Glossary-2 User’s ManualA300IDE: integrated drive electronicsI/O: input/outputIrDA: Infrared Data AssociationIRQ: interrupt requestKB: kilobyteLCD: li

User’s Manual Glossary-3A300analog signal: A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to (are an analog of) the

Glossary-4 User’s ManualA300byte: The representation of a single character. A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addre

User’s Manual Glossary-5A300components: Elements or parts (of a system) which make up the whole (system).Composite Video (YUV): A standard video signa

User’s Manual xixA300PrefaceCongratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A300 computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to

Glossary-6 User’s ManualA300dialog box: A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information.Digital Audio: An audio c

User’s Manual Glossary-7A300Eecho: To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device. You can display the information on the scr

Glossary-8 User’s ManualA300Hhard disk: A non-removable disk usually referred to as drive C. The factory installs this disk and only a trained enginee

User’s Manual Glossary-9A300IrDA 1.1: An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps. Jjumper: A

Glossary-10 User’s ManualA300mode: A method of operation, for example, the Boot Mode, Sleep Mode or the Hibernation Mode.modem: Derived from modulator

User’s Manual Glossary-11A300parity: 1) The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values (integers) both of which are either on or off; odd o

Glossary-12 User’s ManualA300restart: Resetting a computer without turning it off (also called “warm boot” or “soft reset”). See also boot.RGB: Red, g

User’s Manual Glossary-13A300Tterminal: A typewriter-like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input/output.TFT display:

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User’s Manual Index-1A300IndexAAC adaptor, 1-6, 2-6, 2-14, A-1additional, 1-15, 8-9connecting, 3-2problems, 9-4safety instructions, -iv, -xxivASCII ch

ii User’s ManualA300Copyright© 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any for

xx User’s ManualA300Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes, gives details on the computer’s power resources and battery save modes.Chapter 7, HW Setup an

Index-2 User’s ManualA300ExpressCard, 1-7location of slot, 2-3overheating, -xxivproblems, 9-10, 9-11using, 2-4, 8-2External monitor, 8-9controller, B-

User’s Manual Index-3A300Ii.LINK (IEEE1394), 1-6port, 2-3, 2-5problems, 9-18using, 8-12illumination, See IndicatorIndicatorbattery, 6-2DC IN, 6-3front

Index-4 User’s ManualA300PPasswordfingerprint sensor, 2-9fingerprint utility, 1-13power on, 1-9problems, 9-6starting the computer with, 6-13user, 7-2P

User’s Manual Index-5A300Soft keysemulating keys on enhanced keyboard, 5-2ENTER, 5-3right ALT key, 5-3right CTRL key, 5-3scroll lock, 5-3Sound system,

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User’s Manual xxiA300DisplayMessagesMessages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is identif

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User’s Manual xxiiiA300General PrecautionsTOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability.

xxiv User’s ManualA300Heat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can becom

User’s Manual 1-1A300Chapter 1IntroductionThis chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the computer’s features, options and accesso

1-2 User’s ManualA300SoftwareMicrosoft® Windows Vista™The following software is preinstalled: Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Modem Driver (Can be used on

User’s Manual 1-3A300FeaturesThis computer incorporates the following features and benefits:ProcessorMemoryBuilt-in Please visit your region’s website

1-4 User’s ManualA300DisksVideo RAM Depending on the model you purchased.Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset model/Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset m

User’s Manual 1-5A300KeyboardDVD Super Multi (+-R DL) driveSome models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi (+- R DL) drive module that allow

User’s Manual iiiA300Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confide

1-6 User’s ManualA300Pointing devicePowerPortsBuilt-in A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on-screen pointer.Battery

User’s Manual 1-7A300SlotsMultimediaCommunications HDMI This HDMI jack allows you to connect external display/audio devices. (Provided with some model

1-8 User’s ManualA300Security SoftwareModem Some computers in this series are equipped with an internal modem. The internal modem provides capability

User’s Manual 1-9A300Special featuresThe following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer mo

1-10 User’s ManualA300Panel power on/off This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the

User’s Manual 1-11A300TOSHIBA Value Added PackageThis section describes the TOSHIBA Component features preinstalled on the computer.TOSHIBA Power Save

1-12 User’s ManualA300Utilities and applicationsThis section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operation, r

User’s Manual 1-13A300TOSHIBA Face RecognitionTOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to verify the face data of users when they log

1-14 User’s ManualA300OptionsYou can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. The following options are

User’s Manual 1-15A300AC adaptor If you use your computer at more than one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor (PA3468U-1A

iv User’s ManualA300Safety instructionsUse the following safety guidelines to help to protect yourself and your computer.When using your computer Do

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User’s Manual 2-1A300Chapter 2The Grand TourThis chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component befor

2-2 User’s ManualA300Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the Wireless communication indicator. It stops glowing when the wireless

User’s Manual 2-3A300Left sideThe following figure shows the computer’s left side.Figure 2-2 The left side of the computerExternal monitor portThis 15

2-4 User’s ManualA300HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector HDMI cable. One HDMI cable can send and receive video, audio and co

User’s Manual 2-5A300Right sideThe following figure shows the computer’s right side.Figure 2-3 The right side of the computerKeep foreign objects out

2-6 User’s ManualA300Back sideThe following figure shows the computer’s back side.Figure 2-4 The computer’s back sideModem jack The modem jack allows

User’s Manual 2-7A300UndersideThe following figure shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the display is closed before turning over your compu

2-8 User’s ManualA300Front with the display openThe following figure shows the front of the computer with the display open. To open the display, lift

User’s Manual 2-9A300Fingerprint sensor Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled (Provided

User’s Manual vA300EU Declaration of ComformityThis product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. Responsible fo

2-10 User’s ManualA300Function buttonsSix buttons are provided with some models.Available for use: Mute or LED On/Off, CD/DVD, Play/Pause, Stop, Previ

User’s Manual 2-11A300System indicatorsThe following figure shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress.

2-12 User’s ManualA300Keyboard indicatorsThe figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the CAPS LOCK indicator.When the CA

User’s Manual 2-13A300Optical disc driveWhen the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.Region codes for DVD drives and media

2-14 User’s ManualA300DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) driveThe full-size DVD Super Multi drive (+-R DL) module allows you to record data to rewritable CDs as

User’s Manual 2-15A300Figure 2-11 The AC adaptor (3-pin plug) Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for a

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User’s Manual 3-1A300Chapter 3Getting StartedThis chapter provides basic information to start using your computer. It covers the following topics: Co

3-2 User’s ManualA300Connecting the AC adaptorAttach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power. It is al

User’s Manual 3-3A300Opening the displayThe display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.To open the display, lift the p

vi User’s ManualA300The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments may be: Interference with other devices or mach

3-4 User’s ManualA300Starting up for the first timeWhen you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the Microsoft® Windows Vista™ St

User’s Manual 3-5A300Benefits of hibernation modeThe hibernation feature provides the following benefits: Saves data to the hard disk when the comput

3-6 User’s ManualA300Data save in hibernation modeWhen you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to save current memory

User’s Manual 3-7A300Executing sleep modeYou can enter sleep mode in one of three ways:1. Click Windows Start button, point to , and then click Slee

3-8 User’s ManualA300System Recovery OptionsA hidden partition of approximately 1.5GB is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Opti

User’s Manual 3-9A300Creating Optical Recovery DiscsThis section describes how to create Recovery Discs.A recovery image of the software on your compu

3-10 User’s ManualA300Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery DiscsIf the pre-installed files are damaged, you are able to use

User’s Manual 3-11A3001. Turn off the computer.2. Turn on the computer and when the TOSHIBA screen appears repeatedly press the F8 key.3. The Advanced

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User’s Manual 4-1A300Chapter 4Operating BasicsThis chapter gives information on basic operations including using the touchpad, the fingerprint sensor,

User’s Manual viiA300Following information is only for EU-member StatesDisposal of productsDisposal of batteries and/or accumulatorsGOSTThe symbol ind

4-2 User’s ManualA300Using the fingerprint sensorThis product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerp

User’s Manual 4-3A300Points to note about the fingerprint sensorFailure to follow these guidelines might result in (1) damage to the sensor or cause s

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

User’s Manual 4-5A300Points to note about the fingerprint utility If Windows Vista™’s file encryption function EFS (Encryption File System) is used t

4-6 User’s ManualA3007. In case of finger injury or authentication failure, it is recommended that another fingerprint also be enrolled. The following

User’s Manual 4-7A300Windows logon via fingerprint authenticationIn place of the usual Windows logon by ID and password, fingerprint authentication al

4-8 User’s ManualA300How to enable fingerprint system boot authentication settingsIt is necessary to first enroll your fingerprint with the TrueSuite

User’s Manual 4-9A300Fingerprint utility limitationsTOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or er

4-10 User’s ManualA300How to enable/disable USB sleep and charge functionYou can set enable/disable USB sleep and charge function in HW Setup. Please

User’s Manual 4-11A300Using optical disc drivesThe full-size drive provides high-performance execution of CD/DVDs-based programs. You can run CD/DVDs

viii User’s ManualA300ENERGY STAR® ProgramYour computer model may be Energy Star® qualified. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is labeled wi

4-12 User’s ManualA3002. Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened.Figure 4-5 Pulling the drawer open3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up,

User’s Manual 4-13A3005. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.Figure 4-7 Closing the drawerRemoving discs

4-14 User’s ManualA300Function buttonsSix buttons are provided with some models.Figure 4-9 Function buttons*Windows Media Player 11Writing CD/DVDs on

User’s Manual 4-15A300Before writing or rewriting Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/-R

4-16 User’s ManualA300 If the disc is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur. Be careful to check the disc for dirt

User’s Manual 4-17A300 Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software. Do not run software such as a screen saver, which c

4-18 User’s ManualA300Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive)TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: Damage to any CD-R/-RW or DV

User’s Manual 4-19A300 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 read

4-20 User’s ManualA300VideoYou can record video using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBA.When using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBAHow to make a

User’s Manual 4-21A300Important information for useNote the following limitations when you write Video DVD:1. Editing digital video Log in with Admin

User’s Manual ixA300Optical disc drive standardsTOSHIBA A300 computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled: DVD Super Multi (+-R D

4-22 User’s ManualA300 DVD-R/+R/+RW disc cannot be written in VR format. Not support to output VCD and SVCD format.3. About Straight to Disc Not su

User’s Manual 4-23A300Using the web cameraBuilt-in web camera is provided with some models.This section describes the bundled webcam utility, which ca

4-24 User’s ManualA300Figure 4-11 Using the SoftwareCapture Still Image Click to see a preview of the captured image; you can also e-mail the image.Vi

User’s Manual 4-25A300Using the microphoneYou can use the built-in or an external microphone that connects to the microphone jack to record monaural s

4-26 User’s ManualA300DisclaimerToshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility technology will be completely secure or error-free. Toshi

User’s Manual 4-27A3007. Once your face has been positioned properly, the recording will commence. Start moving your neck very slightly to the left an

4-28 User’s ManualA300Windows Logon via TOSHIBA Face RecognitionThis section explains how to login to Windows with TOSHIBA Face Recognition. Two authe

User’s Manual 4-29A300ModemThe availability of this feature is depending on the model you purchased. This section describes how to connect and disconn

4-30 User’s ManualA300Properties menuClick the icon with the secondary mouse button to display the following menu.Figure 4-13 The menu list (Windows V

User’s Manual 4-31A300ConnectingTo connect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below.1. Plug one end of the modular cable into the modem jack.2