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    RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Satellite ® A10/A15 Series Resour ce Guide Keep this guide in a convenient place to access important information about your computer . If you need assistance, contact the follow ing: InT ouch  Center Calling within the Unite d States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 Please fill in f[...]

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    2 Contents RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Contents Setting up your computer and getting started ............................ 4 Installing additional memory (optional) ..................................... 7 Y our computer’ s TF T display .................................................... 10 Inserting PC Cards .......................................[...]

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    3 RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 W elcome to the world of po werful a nd portable multimedia computers! W ith your n ew T oshiba notebook comput er , your access to information can accompany you where ver you go. Y ou will f ind that the Microsoft ® W indows ® XP operating system is already installed on your computer . It of fers exciting featur es a[...]

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    4 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 DEFINITION: This icon i ndicates the de finition of a term used in the text. Other documentation Y our comp uter comes wit h all or so me of the fo llo wing documentatio n in addition to this resource guide: ❖ Electronic user’ s guide installed on your system. ❖ Guides [...]

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    5 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Precautions Y our notebook computer is desig ned to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. Y ou should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal inju ry or damage to the computer . Never apply heavy press ure to[...]

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    6 Setting up your computer and getting started RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling . T o connect A C power to the computer: 1 Connect the po wer cable to t he A C adapter . 2 Plug the AC adapt[...]

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    7 Installing additional memory (optional) RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Installing additional memory (optional) Before you install or remove a memor y module, turn off t h e computer using the Start menu. If you ins tall or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibern ation mode, da ta will be lost. A memory module must be install[...]

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    8 Installing additional memor y (optional) RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Base of your Satellite computer 4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 scre wdri ver , unscrew the scre w that secures the memory sl ot cov er , then remove the memory slot co ver . Removing the memory slot cover 5 Put the scre w and the cov er in a sa fe place so that you can retrie [...]

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    9 Installing additional memory (optional) RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 6 Remov e the memory module fro m its antistatic packaging. Static electricity can damage the me mory modul e. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static elect ricity you may have built up. T o avoid damaging the mem ory module , be carefu[...]

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    10 Y our computer’ s TF T display RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Removing a memor y module If you use the computer fo r a long time, the memor y modules will become hot. If this happens , let the modules co ol to room temperature before you replace them. 1 Follo w steps 1 through 5 in “In sta lling additional me mory (optional)” on page 7. 2 Gent[...]

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    11 Removing PC Cards RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 2 Align the card connectors with the PC Card slot and ca refully slide the card into the slot until it locks into pla ce. T o avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer , do not fo rce the card into the PC Card slot. Removing PC Cards 1 Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on t[...]

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    12 Playing a CD or DVD RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ Scan all new f iles for viruses. ❖ Nev er turn of f the computer if a dri ve indicator light indicates a dri ve is active. The Window s ® XP operating system records informatio n, such as your desktop setup, during its sh utdown pro cedure. If you do not let the operating system shut down nor[...]

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    13 Playing a CD or DVD RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Y ou use CD-ROMs to load and run so ftware, and to access reference material such as catalogs, as we ll as listen to music. Drive components and control buttons The D VD-R OM or multi-function drive may look like this: Components Sample D VD-ROM or multi-function drive shown Use the ejec t button to[...]

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    14 Playing a CD or DVD RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 3 Hold the disc by it s edges and chec k that it is clean and free of dust. Handle discs carefully . Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly , you could lose data. 4 Carefully place the disc in the em pty tray with its label f [...]

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    15 Moving the computer RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Removing a disc with the computer off 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject b utton access hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil l ead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray fully open, remo v e the d[...]

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    16 Mobile co mputing RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ Does not glow if the e xternal power source is disconnected or if the battery is comp letely discha rged TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drai ns t he battery fa ster at low temperatures. Check your remaining char ge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahr enheit. The compu[...]

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    17 Mobile computing RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Releasing the battery loc k 6 Slide the battery relea se latch to wards the back of th e computer . Releasing the battery 7 While still holdi ng the rele ase latch in the open pos ition lift the battery pack out of the computer . Removing t he battery If the batter y is leaking or it s case is cracked,[...]

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    18 Mobile co mputing RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not ove rcharge or re v erse charge a battery . Overcharging will shorten its life, and rev ers e charging could damage it. ❖ A void touching the metal terminal s of the battery with ano ther metal object. Short-circ uiting the battery can caus e [...]

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    19 If something goes wrong RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 ❖ If you hav e extra batteri es, rotate their use. ❖ If you will not be using the system for an extended period (more than one month), remov e the battery . ❖ Disconnect the A C adapter when the battery is fully charged. Overchar ging makes the batte ry hot and shortens life. ❖ If you ar[...]

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    20 If something goes wrong RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power . The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the A C ad apter and po wer cable properly or installed a charged battery . Press and hold down the po wer button until the on/off light changes to gre[...]

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    21 If you need further assistance RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 bright dots that appear on your display ar e an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technolog y . PC Card problems PC Card checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. See “Using PC Cards ” in th e electronic user’ s guide. ❖ Make sure all cab[...]

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    22 If you need further assistance RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Before you call Since some problems may be related to the o perating system or the program you are using, it is importa nt to in vestigate other sources of assistance f irst. T ry the follow ing before contacting T oshiba: ❖ Re view the troubleshooting information in y our operating sys[...]

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    23 Power cable connectors RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 P o wer cable c o nnector s Y our notebook computer features a universal po wer supply you can use worldwide. This appendix sho ws the sh apes of the typical A C power cable connectors for v arious parts of the world. Features and specif ic ati o ns This section lists the computer’ s features. [...]

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    24 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Power - use of certain multimedia games or videos with special ef fects - use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections - use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer aided design application s - use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude [...]

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    25 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Storage capacity Ports Main battery Remov able, rechargeable Lithium Ion (Li-I on) high-capacity battery (4400 mAh, 14.8V x 6 cell) Battery recharge time is se veral hours* *Battery life may v ary depending on product model, configuration, applications, po wer management set tings and featur[...]

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    26 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Standard hardware Headphone jack Use the 3.5 mm headphone jack to connect stereo headphones or other audio outp ut de vices. Connecting headph ones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speak ers Microphone jack 3.5 mm stereo jack lets you connect an external mona[...]

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    27 Features and specifications RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Optional accessories and devices T o install the Wi-Fi option at a later time, contact your T o shiba Authorized Service Provider . Pointing device T ou chPad pointing device pro vides the comple te function of a mouse or other po inting de vice PC card slot The PC Card slo t lets you instal[...]

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    28 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Physical dimensions Environmental conditions Regulator y information Model: Satellite ® A10/A15 Series ReWritable CD/DVD Drives The computer syste m you purchased may include a ReWr itable CD and/or D VD dri ve( s), among the most advanced data storag e technologies av ailable. As with any new t[...]

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    29 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 AL TERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TR OUBLE, F AILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORA GE DEVICES AND THE DA T A CANNO T BE RECO VERED, TOSHIB A SHALL NO T BE LIABLE FOR ANY D AMA GE OR LOSS OF D A T A, OR ANY O THER D AMA GE RESUL TING THEREFR OM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANS FERRING YO UR[...]

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    30 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached t o this equipment. Operation with noncom pliant peripherals or peripherals no t recommended by T oshiba is likely to re sult in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be us ed bet ween the external devic[...]

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    31 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs. If you ha ve an y questions about your telephone line, such as ho w many pieces of equipm ent you can connect to it, the telephone company will provide this information upon request. T ele phone Com[...]

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    32 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 T echnical Requirement s document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will opera te to the user’ s satisfaction. Before instal ling this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunica tions compan y . The e quip[...]

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    33 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Caution Bluetooth™ and W ireless LAN de vice s operate within the sam e radio frequency range an d may interfere with one another . If you use Bluetooth™ and W ireless LAN de vices simultaneously , you may occasionally experience a less tha n optimal ne twor k performance or e ven lose your n[...]

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    34 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Canada – Indu stry Canada (IC) This de vice complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. The installer of t his radio equipment must e nsure that the ante nna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF f ield in excess of Health Canada limits for the general p opulation; consult Safety Co[...]

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    35 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 (2457 MHz) en 11 (2462 MHz). V oor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw ov er publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BI PT/IBPT nodig. V oor publi ek geb[...]

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    36 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 USA-Federal Communication s Commission (FCC) This de vice complies with P art 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the de vices in a W ireless LAN System is subj ect to the following tw o conditions: ❖ This de vice may no t cause harmf ul interference. ❖ This device must accept an y in terference th[...]

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    37 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 The leg al communications mentioned in the abov e item refer to radio communications operat ed in accordan ce with telecommuni cation laws and regulations. Low po wer radio frequency electric ma chinery shall resist aga inst interference from leg al co mmunications or from indus trial, scientif i[...]

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    38 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 3. TOSHIB A Direct PC Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 T oll Free T el: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03-5444-9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the T echnical Regulation Confor mity Certif ication and the T echnical Conditions Compliance Approv al, and it belongs to th[...]

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    39 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 W ireless LAN Mini PCI Ca rd, or the substitution or attachmen t of connecting cables and equipment other than specif ied by T oshiba. The correction of interference caused b y such unauthorized modification, substitution or a ttachment will be the res ponsibility of the user . The following info[...]

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    40 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 T urbo Mode (5GHz) Approved Countries/Regi ons for use for the Intel ® PRO/Wireless LAN 21 00 3B Mini PCI Adapte r This equipment is approved to the ra dio standard by th e countries/re gions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table[...]

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    41 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth™ Cards from T OSHIB A are de signed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless te chnology that is based on Frequenc y Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology , and is compliant to: ❖ Bluetooth Specific ation V[...]

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    42 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Because products with Bluetooth wire less technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequenc y sa fety standards a nd recommendations, TOSHIB A believes Bluet ooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These standards and reco mmendation s reflect the consensus of the sc[...]

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    43 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Note that any changes or modificati ons to this equipment not expressly approv ed b y the manuf acturer may v oid the authorization to ope rate this equipment. Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequen cy Radiation The radiated outpu t power of the Bl uetooth™ Card from TOSHIB A is far below the FCC r[...]

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    44 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Using this equipment in Japan In Japan, the frequency bandwid th of 2,400-2,483.5 MHz for second generation lo w-power data communication sy stems su ch as this equipment ov erlaps that o f mobile object identif ication systems (prem ises radio station and specified lo w-po wer radio station). 1.[...]

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    45 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approv al Number: 01NYDA1305 The following rest rictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the de vice. ❖ Do not install the embedded wire less module into other device. CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Multi-function Drive Safety Instru[...]

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    46 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 Copyright This guide is cop yrighted b y T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the co pyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prio r written permission of T oshiba. No patent liability is assumed, ho wever , with respect to the us[...]

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    47 Regulatory information RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 registered trademark of IBM, Inc. i.LI NK is a registered tr ademark of Sony Corporation. OpenGL is a registered tra demark of Silic on Gr aphics, Inc. Sound Blaster is a registered trademark of Creati ve Labs Inc. All other brand and product names are tr ademarks or registered trademarks of thei[...]

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    RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 48 Index Index A A C adapter 5 A C power light 5 alarms low battery 1 6 av oiding injury 4 B battery alarms 1 6 changing 16 installing 1 6 light 16 monitoring po wer 1 6 remov ing 16 built-in features 23 buttons CD/D VD controls 1 3 control 12 D VD-R OM driv e eject 1 3 D VD-R OM/CD-R W drive eject 1 3 C CD/D VD control b[...]

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    49 Index RG 5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3.4 PC Cards 1 0 installing main battery 16 interference stateme nt 3 8 internal drives 2 7 K ke yboard unexpected characters 2 0 L lights AC p ow e r 5 battery 1 6 M main battery changing 16 remov ing 16 memory remov ing 10 removing expansion slot cover 8 memory mo dule inserting 9 remov ing 10 moving the computer 1[...]

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