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Toshiba A60-S156 User Manual

Toshiba A60-S156 User Manual (242 pages)

A60-S156 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.31 MB

Table of Contents

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
35
Safety Icons
36
- Other Icons Used
  37
This Guide
36
Other Documentation
38
Service Options
38
Chapter 1: Getting Started

39
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

79
- Computing Tips
  79
- Using the Keyboard
  81
  - Character Keys
    81
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    82
  - Function Keys
    82
  - Windows ® Special Keys
    82
  - Overlay Keys
    83
- Starting a Program
  84
- Saving Your Work
  88
- File Names
  89
- Printing Your Work
  90
- Backing up Your Files
  91
  - Restoring Your Work
    91
- Using the DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive
  92
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Components
    93
  - CD/DVD Control Buttons
    93
  - Inserting a Disc
    94
  - Playing an Audio CD
    96
  - Playing Cds Using Auto-Run
    98
  - Creating a CD
    99
  - Viewing the Contents of a CD or DVD
    99
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on
    100
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off
    100
  - Caring for CD and DVD Discs
    101
- Powering down the Computer
  101
  - Turn off or Shut down Command
    102
  - Restart Command
    103
  - Hibernation Command
    103
  - Standby Command
    104
- Using Turn off or Shut down
  105
  - Turning off or Shutting down more Quickly
    106
  - Starting Again after Turn off or Shut down
    108
- Using Hibernation
  108
- Using Standby
  112
  - Going into Standby Mode more Quickly
    113
  - Starting Again from Standby
    115
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  115
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing

116
- Toshiba's Energy-Saver Design
  116
- Running the Computer on Battery Power
  116
  - Battery Notice
    117
  - Power Management
    117
  - Using Additional Batteries
    118
- Charging the Batteries
  118
  - Charging the Main Battery
    119
  - Charging the RTC Battery
    120
- Monitoring Battery Power
  121
  - Determining Remaining Battery Power
    121
  - Conserving Battery Power
    123
  - What to Do When the Battery Runs Low
    124
  - Setting Battery Alarms
    124
- Changing the Main Battery
  125
  - Removing the Battery from the Computer
    125
  - Inserting the Battery in the Computer
    127
- Taking Care of Your Battery
  128
  - Safety Precautions
    128
  - Maximizing Battery Life
    129
- Disposing of Used Batteries Safely
  130
- Traveling Tips
  131
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options

132
- Exploring the Desktop
  132
  - Finding Your Way Around the Desktop
    133
  - System Tray
    135
- Setting up for Communications
  136
- An Overview of Using the Internet
  140
  - The Internet
    140
  - The World Wide Web
    141
  - Internet Service Providers
    141
  - Connecting to the Internet
    141
  - Surfing the Internet
    142
  - Internet Features
    143
  - Uploading and Downloading Files from the Internet
    143
- Exploring Video Features
  144
  - Changing the Display Properties Setting
    144
  - Playing Dvds
    145
  - Display Settings Hot Key
    145
- Exploring Audio Features
  145
  - Recording Sounds
    146
  - Using a Microphone
    146
  - Adjusting Recording Settings
    147
  - Using External Speakers or Headphones
    147
- Using PC Cards
  148
  - Inserting PC Cards
    148
  - Removing PC Cards
    149
  - Hot Swapping
    150
Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities

151
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  152
- Fn-Esse
  153
- Hotkey Utility
  157
- TOSHIBA Console
  157
  - Customize Your Computer
    159
  - Security
    159
  - Power Management
    159
  - Toshiba Hardware Setup
    161
- TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  163
- Application Launch Button
  164
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong

165
- Problems that Are Easy to Fix
  165
- Problems When You Turn on the Computer
  167
- The Windows XP Operating System Can Help You
  170
- Resolving a Hardware Conflict
  171
  - A Plan of Action
    171
  - Resolving Hardware Conflicts on Your Own
    172
  - Fixing a Problem with Device Manager
    174
  - Memory Module Problems
    176
  - Power and the Batteries
    177
  - Keyboard Problems
    178
  - Display Problems
    179
  - Disk Drive Problems
    182
  - DVD-ROM or Multi-Function Drive Problems
    184
  - Sound System Problems
    186
  - PC Card Problems
    187
  - Printer Problems
    190
  - Modem Problems
    191
- Develop Good Computing Habits
  192
- If You Need Further Assistance
  193
  - Before You Call
    193
  - Contacting Toshiba
    194
- Other Toshiba Internet Web Sites
  195
- Toshiba's Worldwide Offices
  195
Appendix A: Hot Keys

197
- Volume Mute
  197
- Instant Password Security
  197
- Power Usage Mode
  199
- Standby Mode
  200
- Hibernation Mode
  201
- Display Modes
  202
- Display Brightness
  202
- Disabling or Enabling the Touchpad
  203
- Keyboard Hot Keys
  203
Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors

204
Appendix C: Using Configfree™ with Your Toshiba Computer

205
- Getting Started
  206
  - Starting Configfree
    206
- Configfree Utilities
  207
  - Connectivity Doctor
    207
  - Search for Wireless Devices
    210
  - Profile Settings
    212
  - Quick Connect
    214
- Using the Automatic Switch
  217
- Semi-Automatic Switch Feature
  218
- Glossary
  219
- Index
  234

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Toshiba A60-S156 User Manual

Toshiba A60-S156 User Manual (236 pages)

Portable Personal Computer

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.8 MB

Table of Contents

Fcc Information
3
Table of Contents
25
Preface

32
Manual Contents

32
Conventions

33
- Abbreviations
  33
- Icons
  33
- Keys
  33
- Key Operation
  34
- Display
  34
- Messages
  34
General Precautions

35
Stress Injury

35
Heat Injury

35
Pressure or Impact Damage

35
PC Card Overheating

36
Mobil Phone

36
Central Processing Unit("CPU") Performance Disclaimer

36
Chapter 1 Introduction

37
Equipment Checklist

37
Features

39
Special Features

45
Utilities

47
Options

49
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

50
Front with the Display Closed

50
Left Side

51
Right Side

52
Back Side

53
Underside

55
Front with the Display Open

56
System Indicators

58
USB Diskette Drive

60
Optical Media Drive

61
- Region Codes for DVD Drive and Media
  61
- Writable Discs
  61
- CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive
  62
- DVD-R/-RW Drive
  63
- DVD Super Multi Drive
  64
AC Adaptor

64
Chapter 3 Getting Started

66
Setting up Your Work Space

67
- General Conditions
  67
- Placement of Computer
  67
- Seating and Posture
  68
- Lighting
  69
- Work Habits
  69
Connecting the AC Adaptor

70
Opening the Display

71
Turning on the Power

71
Starting up for the First Time

72
Turning off the Power

72
- Shut down Mode (Boot Mode)
  72
- Hibernation Mode
  73
- Standby Mode
  75
Restarting the Computer

77
Restoring the Preinstalled Software from the Product Recovery Media

77
Chapter 4 Operating Basics

78
Using the Touch Pad

78
Using the USB Diskette Drive

79
- Connecting 3 1/2" Diskette Drive
  79
- Disconnecting 3 1/2" Diskette Drive
  80
Using Optical Media Drives

80
- Loading Discs
  81
- Removing Discs
  84
Writing Cds on CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive

85
Audio/Video Controls

85
- Next and Previous Buttons
  85
- Play/Pause and Stop Buttons
  85
Writing CD/Dvds on DVD-R/-RW Drive

88
Writing CD/Dvds on DVD+-R/+-RW Drive

90
- Important Message(DVD+-/+-RW Drive)
  90
- Before Writing or Rewiting
  90
Writing CD/Dvds on DVD Super Multi Drive

93
- Important Message(DVD Super Multi Drive)
  93
- Before Writing or Rewiting
  93
- When Writing or Rewiting
  95
- Disclaimer(DVD Super Multi Drive)
  96
- Recordnow! Basic for TOSHIBA
  96
- Data Verification
  97
- DLA for TOSHIBA
  97
- Video
  98
- When Windvd Creator 2 Platinum Is Used
  98
- Installing Intervideo Windvd Creator
  99
Media Care

101
- CD/Dvds
  102
- Diskettes
  102
Modem

103
- Region Selection
  103
- Properties Menu
  104
- Connecting
  105
- Disconnecting
  106
Wireless Communications

106
- Wireless LAN
  106
- Wireless Communication Switch
  107
- Wireless Communication Indicator
  107
Lan

108
- Connecting LAN Cable
  108
- Disconnecting LAN Cable
  109
Cleaning the Computer

109
Moving the Computer

110
Heat Dispersal

110
Chapter 5 The Keyboard

111
Typewriter Keys

111
F1 ... F12 Function Keys

112
Soft Keys: Fn Key Combinations

112
- Emulating Keys on Enhanced Keyboard
  112
- Hotkeys
  114
- Fn Sticky Key
  117
Windows Special Keys

117
Keypad Overlay

117
Generating ASCII Characters

120
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

121
Power Conditions

121
Power Indicators

123
- Battery Indicators
  123
- DC in Indicator
  123
- Power Indicator
  124
Battery Types

124
- Battery
  124
- Real Time Clock Battery
  125
Care and Use of the Battery Pack

125
- Safety Precautions
  125
- Charging the Batteries
  128
- Monitoring Battery Capacity
  130
- Maximizing Battery Operating Time
  131
- Retaining Data with Power off
  132
- Extending Battery Life
  132
Replacing the Battery Pack

133
- Removing the Battery Pack
  133
- Installing the Battery Pack
  135
Starting the Computer by Password

135
- Power-Up Modes
  136
  - Windows Utilites
    136
  - Hotkeys
    136
  - Panel Power off
    136
  - System Auto off
    136
Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords

137
HW Setup

137
- Accessing HW Setup
  137
- HW Setup Window
  138
Chapter 8 Optional Devices

144
PC Cards

145
- Installing a PC Card
  145
- Removing a PC Card
  146
SD Card/Multimediacard/Memory Stick

147
- Installing an SD Card/Multimediacard/Memory Stick
  147
- Removing an SD Card/Multimediacard/Memory Stick
  148
Memory Expansion

149
- Installing Memory Module
  149
- Removing Memory Module
  151
Additional Battery Pack(12Cell)

152
Additional AC Adaptor

152
USB FDD Kit

152
Parallel Printer

153
External Monitor

153
Television

154
Security Lock

155
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

156
Problem Solving Process

156
- Preliminary Checklist
  156
- Analyzing the Problem
  157
Hardware and System Checklist

158
- System Start-Up
  158
- Self Test
  159
- Power
  159
- Overheating Power down
  159
- AC Power
  160
- Battery
  161
- Password
  162
- Keyboard
  162
- LCD Panel
  163
- Hard Disk Drive
  163
- DVD-ROM Drive
  164
- CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive
  165
- DVD-R/-RW Drive
  167
- DVD+-R/+-RW Drive
  168
  - DVD Super Multi Drive
    170
  - Diskette Drive
    171
  - Infrared Port
    172
  - Printer
    172
  - Pointing Device
    173
  - Usb Mouse
    175
  - PC Card
    176
  - Monitor
    176
  - Sound System
    177
  - TV Output Signal
    177
  - Usb
    178
  - Modem
    178
  - Standby/Hibernation
    180
  - Lan
    180
  - Wireless LAN
    181
  - I.link(Ieee1394)
    181
TOSHIBA Support

182
- Before You Call
  182
- Where to Write
  182
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes

184
Appendix C at Commands

184
Appendixes

184
Appendix A Specifications

185
- Physical Dimensions
  185
- Power Requirements
  185
Appendix B

187
- Video Modes
  188
Display Controller and Modes

187
AT Commands

189
Appendix D S-Registers

201
- Radio Characteristics
  211
Appendix F

215
Appendix G

215
Appendix H

217
Appendix I

219

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