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  • Page 1 User’s Manual A300/A300D computers.toshiba-europe.com...
  • Page 2 A300/A300D Copyright © 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Do not cover the AC adaptor with papers or other items that will reduce cooling; also, do not use the AC adaptor while it is inside a carrying case. User’s Manual A300/A300D...
  • Page 4 EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. In this case the persons who have connected / implemented those options / cables have to provide assurance that the system (PC plus options / cables) still fulfils the required standards.

  • Page 5: Working Environment

    This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called “Residential, commercial and light industry environments”. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned “Residential, commercial and light industry environments”.
  • Page 6 A300/A300D Network compatibility statement This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121. Germany Greece Portugal Spain...
  • Page 7 To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode. TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this and other energy saving features active, so that your computer will operate at its maximum energy efficiency.

  • Page 8: Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions

    A300/A300D Optical disc drive standards Your computer is shipped with the following drive preinstalled: DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive. The drive has one of the following labels: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1...
  • Page 9 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. 1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima Hakata-ku Fukuoka, Japan Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. 22-23, Kaigan 3-chome, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 108-0022 Japan A300/A300D MANUFACTURED MANUFACTURED...
  • Page 10 PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J, APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE. MANUFACTURED Toshiba Samsung Storage Technology Korea Corporation 416, Maetan-3Dong, Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon City, Gyeonggi-Do, 443-742, Korea User’s Manual...
  • Page 11 APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRÅLER! Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmækning, som advarer imod at foretage sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til at udsatte sig for laserstråling. A300/A300D...

  • Page 12: Important Notice

    Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Special features ......... . 1-9 TOSHIBA Value Added Package ......1-11 Utilities and applications .
  • Page 14 Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive ... .4-15 TOSHIBA Disc Creator........4-19 Video .
  • Page 15 TOSHIBA support ........
  • Page 16 A300/A300D User’s Manual...

  • Page 17: Preface

    Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA A300/A300D computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
  • Page 18 A300/A300D Chapter 6, Power and Power-up power resources and battery save modes. Chapter 7, HW Setup and computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password. Chapter 8, Optional Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn’t seem to be working properly.
  • Page 19 Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appear on its display screen are presented in the typeface you see to the left. The word “Start” refers to the “ ® Microsoft Windows Vista™. A300/A300D ” button in...
  • Page 20 A300/A300D User’s Manual...

  • Page 21: General Precautions

    General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.

  • Page 22: Instruction Manual For Safety And Comfort

    A300/A300D Heat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your skin might suffer a low-heat injury.

  • Page 23: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packaging materials for future use.
  • Page 24 TOSHIBA Value Added Package SD Memory Card Format Utility and other SD functions are packaged into TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities. When uninstalling the SD utilities, click Start -> Control Panel -> Uninstall a program, and select TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities. Documentation A300/A300D User’s Manual...

  • Page 25: Features

    PC2-5300 512 MB, 1024 MB or 2048 MB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots. The maximum system memory size and speed are depending on the model you purchased. A300/A300D ®...
  • Page 26 A300/A300D Video RAM Disks Hard disk drive (HDD) Depending on the model you purchased. ® Mobile Intel GM965 Express Chipset/Mobile ® Intel GL960 Express Chipset model: Video RAM capacity shares with main memory, and the proportion depends on Dynamic Video Memory Technology.

  • Page 27: Pointing Device

    86 keys or 87 keys, compatible with IBM enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated cursor control, See Chapter 5, Keyboard, for details. A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on-screen pointer. A300/A300D ® keys.
  • Page 28 A300/A300D Power Battery pack RTC battery AC adaptor Ports Headphone Microphone External monitor Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) i.LINK™(IEEE1394) Video-out port HDMI Infrared receiver window The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock (RTC) and calendar.
  • Page 29 It has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone line. Both of V.90 and V.92 are supported only in USA, Canada, UK, France and Germany. Only V.90 is available in other regions. A300/A300D Optional...
  • Page 30 A300/A300D Bluetooth Wireless communication switch Security Security lock slot Software Operating system TOSHIBA Utilities Plug and Play Some computers in this series are equipped with Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth™ wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers.

  • Page 31: Special Features

    Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use. To access the Power Options, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Power Options.
  • Page 32 A300/A300D Panel power on/off Low battery automatic hibernation mode Heat dispersal Hibernation Sleep 1-10 This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened. This can be specified in the Power Options.

  • Page 33: Toshiba Value Added Package

    Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Flash Cards When you start or resume your computer, the TOSHIBA Flash Cards may take a moment to become available and may display several times before completely activating. The hot key functions will be available once the TOSHIBA Flash Cards are completely active.

  • Page 34: Utilities And Applications

    Ulead DVD MovieFactory TOSHIBA 1-12 TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and services. To start the utility, click the Windows Start button, point to All Programs, click TOSHIBA, click Utilities, and select the HW Setup icon.
  • Page 35 TOSHIBA ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy TOSHIBA Face Recognition TOSHIBA Bluetooth Stack Bluetooth cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed. Fingerprint Utility User’s Manual control of communication device and network connections.

  • Page 36: Options

    This has the same function as the Lock button at the bottom of the right pane in the start menu. TOSHIBA Assist: This can be used to open TOSHIBA Assist if it is already installed in your computer.
  • Page 37 In use, please be aware that, while you cannot format 720 KB floppy disks under Windows Vista™, you are able to read and write to disks that have already been formatted. A slot is available to attach a security cable to the computer to deter theft. A300/A300D 1-15...
  • Page 38 A300/A300D 1-16 User’s Manual...

  • Page 39: Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

    Slide this switch toward the right of the computer to turn on Wireless communication. Slide it toward the left of the computer to turn off the functions. (Provided with some models) A300/A300D Chapter 2 Volume control...
  • Page 40 A300/A300D Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the Wireless communication indicator. It stops glowing when the wireless communication is terminated. Infrared receiver window Multiple digital media slot Microphone jack Headphone (S/PDIF) jack Volume control Infrared receiver window is provided with some models.

  • Page 41: Left Side

    This jack allows you to connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX) or Giga-bit. The LAN has two indicators. See Chapter 4, details. A300/A300D LAN jack ExpressCard slot USB ports i.LINK (IEEE1394) port Operating...
  • Page 42 A300/A300D Universal serial bus (USB 2.0) ports Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry. Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed. some functions might not execute properly.

  • Page 43: Right Side

    Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer. A security cable attaches to this slot. The optional security cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft. A300/A300D Security lock slot DC IN 19V...

  • Page 44: Back Side

    Chapter 6, Power and Power-up how to access the battery pack. Additional battery packs can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer to extend the computer’s battery operating time. Slide this latch to release the battery pack. This latch moves only when the computer is upside down.

  • Page 45: Front With The Display Open

    When the computer operates on power through the AC adaptor, the display screen’s image will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power. The lower brightness level is intended to save battery power. A300/A300D Display screen Stereo speaker (right)** Fingerprint sensor* Touchpad control buttons...
  • Page 46 A300/A300D Stereo speaker Fingerprint sensor Touchpad Touchpad control buttons System indicators Function buttons Power button Web camera Web camera LED Built-in microphone The speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition, generated by the system.

  • Page 47: Function Buttons

    Press this button to launch an application program that allows Windows Media Player / TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Press this button to begin playing an audio CD, a DVD movie or digital audio files. This button also acts as a Pause button.

  • Page 48: System Indicators

    A300/A300D System indicators The following figure shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress. DC IN Power Main battery HDD/ODD Multiple digital media card 2-10 DC IN Figure 2-7 System indicators The DC IN indicator glows white/green when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor.

  • Page 49: Keyboard Indicators

    Chapter 5, You can use the keypad overlay (dark gray labeled keys) for numeric input when the Numeric mode indicator lights green. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, Keyboard. A300/A300D CAPS LOCK indicator Keypad The Keyboard 2-11...

  • Page 50: Optical Disc Drive

    Writable discs This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications for your drive to for the type of discs it can write. Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

  • Page 51: Remote Controller

    Place the computer in and out of Sleep mode. User’s Manual 8 speed (maximum) 8 speed (maximum) 6 speed (maximum) 8 speed (maximum) 8 speed (maximum) 4 speed (maximum) 4 speed (maximum) 5 speed (maximum) 24 speed (maximum) 24 speed (maximum) 16 speed (maximum, Ultra-speed media) A300/A300D 2-13...
  • Page 52 Stop Figure 2-10 Remote controller Press this button to launch an application program that allows Windows Media Player / TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER. Decreases the computer’s display panel brightness in individual steps. Increases the computer’s display panel brightness in individual steps.
  • Page 53 Moves media backward (seven seconds for videos, one music track or one DVD chapter at a time). Stops the media currently playing. Moves media forward (30 seconds for videos , one music track or one DVD chapter). A300/A300D 2-15...

  • Page 54: Using The Remote Controller

    A300/A300D Using the remote controller Some computers include a remote control unit, which allows you to control some of your computer’s functions from a distant location. The remote controller is designed specifically for this computer. Some application programs may not support remote control functions.
  • Page 55 Do not touch the battery fluid on instruments or devices with bare hands. Wipe off with a cloth or paper towel. User’s Manual A300/A300D 2-17...

  • Page 56: Type Of Battery That Can Be Used For The Remote Controller

    A300/A300D Type of battery that can be used for the remote controller When the provided batteries run down, please replace them with adequate ones. CR2016 type battery is available. Other types or battery should not be used. Installing the batteries 1.

  • Page 57: Replacing The Batteries

    1. Make sure the ExpressCard slot is empty. 2. Set the front side upward and insert the remote controller. Remote controller 3. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. User’s Manual Stopper Battery Figure 2-15 Removing the batteries Figure 2-16 Inserting the remote controller A300/A300D 2-19...

  • Page 58: Ac Adaptor

    To recharge the battery, simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and the computer. See Chapter 6, Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC.

  • Page 59: Chapter 3 Getting Started

    All users should be sure to carefully read the section Starting up for the first time, which describe actions to take when you turn on the power for the first time. User’s Manual A300/A300D Chapter 3...

  • Page 60: Connecting The Ac Adaptor

    100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC.

  • Page 61: Opening The Display

    2. Open the display panel. 3. Press and hold the computer’s power button for two or three seconds. User’s Manual Figure 3-3 Opening the display panel Figure 3-4 Turning on the power A300/A300D Power button...

  • Page 62: Starting Up For The First Time

    A300/A300D Starting up for the first time When you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the ® Microsoft Windows Vista™ Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen directions. Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes: shut down (Boot), hibernation mode or sleep mode.
  • Page 63 4. Enable the desired hibernation settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid. 5. Click the Save changes button. You can also enable hibernation mode by pressing FN + F4 - please refer to Chapter 5, User’s Manual Keyboard, for further details. A300/A300D...

  • Page 64: Sleep Mode

    A300/A300D Data save in hibernation mode When you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk. During this time, the HDD/ODD indicator will light. After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk, turn off the power to any peripheral devices.

  • Page 65: Restarting The Computer

    User’s Manual , and then click Sleep. ) in the power management ) and select Restart from the menu. A300/A300D...

  • Page 66: System Recovery Options And Restoring The Pre-Installed Software

    The procedure is as follows. Follow the instructions shown on the on-screen menu. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer and when the TOSHIBA screen appears repeatedly press the F8 key. 3. The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed.
  • Page 67 6. After Recovery Disc Creator starts, select the type of media and the title you wish to copy, and then click the Create button. 7. Follow the on-screen instructions. Your Recovery Discs will be created. User’s Manual A300/A300D ® ®...
  • Page 68 2. While holding down F12 key on the keyboard, turn on your computer - when the TOSHIBA logo screen appears, release the F12 key. 3. Use the cursors key to select the CD-ROM icon from the menu. Please refer to the Passwords, for further information.
  • Page 69 When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer and when the TOSHIBA screen appears repeatedly press the F8 key. 3. The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed.
  • Page 70 A300/A300D 3-12 User’s Manual...

  • Page 71: Chapter 4 Operating Basics

    Drag and drop: Tap to select the item you want to move. Leave your finger on the touchpad after the second tap and move the item. Touchpad Figure 4-1 Touchpad, touchpad control buttons and fingerprint sensor User’s Manual A300/A300D Chapter 4 Fingerprint sensor Touchpad control buttons...

  • Page 72: Using The Fingerprint Sensor

    A300/A300D Using the fingerprint sensor This product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password to the fingerprint authentication device, it is no longer necessary to input the password from the keyboard. Just by swiping the finger against the...

  • Page 73: Points To Note About The Fingerprint Sensor

    Remove static electricity from your fingers by touching any metal surface. Static electricity is a common cause of sensor failures, especially when the weather is dry. Clean the sensor with a lint-free cloth. Do not use detergent or any other chemicals to clean the sensor. User’s Manual A300/A300D...

  • Page 74: How To Delete The Fingerprint Data

    A300/A300D Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate Soaked or swollen finger (e.g. after taking bath) Injured finger Wet finger Soiled or oily finger Extremely dry skin condition on finger Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate.

  • Page 75: Fingerprint Sensor Limitations

    Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times.Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility.
  • Page 76 A300/A300D Points to note about the fingerprint utility If Windows Vista™’s file encryption function EFS (Encryption File System) is used to encrypt a file, the file cannot be further encrypted using the encryption function of this software. You can back up the fingerprint data or the information registered to Password Bank.

  • Page 77: Windows Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication

    To logon using the Windows logon password, enter the Windows logon password at the [Welcome] screen as normal. A warning message will be displayed when authentication is abnormal or authentication is not successful within a fixed duration. User’s Manual A300/A300D...

  • Page 78: Fingerprint System Boot Authentication

    It is necessary to register the User Password before using the fingerprint Pre-OS feature and its extended function, the fingerprint Single Sign-On feature. Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register the User Password. If you fail fingerprint authentication more than five times, you must enter the User Password or Supervisor Password manually to start the computer.

  • Page 79: Fingerprint Utility Limitations

    TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the fingerprint software or utility.

  • Page 80: Usb Sleep And Charge Function

    A300/A300D USB Sleep and Charge function Your computer can supply USB bus power (DC5V) to the USB port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF. “Power OFF” includes sleep mode, hibernation mode or shutdown state. This function can only be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function (hereinafter called “compatible ports”).

  • Page 81: Using Optical Disc Drives

    You can run CD/DVDs without an adaptor. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows. Use the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER application to view DVD-Video discs. Refer also to the Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive section for precautions on writing to CD/DVDs.
  • Page 82 A300/A300D b. 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 drawer by inserting a slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the right of the eject button.
  • Page 83 If the CD/DVD is not seated properly when the drawer is closed, the CD/ DVD might be damaged. Also, the drawer might not open fully when you press the eject button. User’s Manual Figure 4-7 Closing the drawer A300/A300D 4-13...

  • Page 84: Removing Discs

    A300/A300D Removing discs To remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps below and refer to below figure. Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the drive. Wait for the optical disc drive indicator to go out before you open the drawer.

  • Page 85: Writing Cd/Dvds On Dvd Super Multi (+-R Dl) Drive

    CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/ +R/+RW/-RAM/+R DL/-R DL discs. The following applications for writing are supplied: TOSHIBA Disc Creator. Ulead DVD MovieFactory TOSHIBA, which is a product of Ulead Systems, Inc. Important message Before you write or rewrite to CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW/-RAM/+R DL/-R DL disc, read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section.

  • Page 86: Before Writing Or Rewriting

    Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufacturers of CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/+R/-RW/+RW/-RAM/ +R DL/-R DL disc. However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation, quality or performance of any disc. Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.
  • Page 87 Be sure to connect the universal AC adaptor before you write or rewrite. Before you enter sleep/hibernation mode, be sure to finish DVD-RAM writing. Writing is finished if you can eject DVD-RAM media. User’s Manual A300/A300D 4-17...

  • Page 88: When Writing Or Rewriting

    Write from the computer’s HDD to the CD/DVD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device. Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator is not recommended. When writing or rewriting Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD-R/-RW, DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW disc.

  • Page 89: Toshiba Disc Creator

    “Disc Backup” function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator. TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format. You might not be able to use the “Disc Backup” function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to back up a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL or DVD+RW that was made with other software on a different optical media recorder.

  • Page 90: Data Verification

    Windows 2000, you will need Service Pack 2. In addition to this, some DVD-ROM and DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives cannot read this added data regardless of the operating system. TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD-RAM discs - to achieve this you should use Windows Explorer or another similar utility.

  • Page 91: Video

    How to make a DVD-Video Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from video data captured from a DV-Camcorder: 1. Click Start -> All Programs -> DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA -> Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA Launcher to launch DVD MovieFactory.

  • Page 92: Important Information For Use

    A300/A300D Important information for use Note the following limitations when you write Video DVD: 1. Editing digital video Log in with Administrator rights to use DVD MovieFactory. Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using DVD MovieFactory.
  • Page 93 DVD-R/+R/-RW/-RAM discs. When playing your recorded disc on your computer, please use InterVideo WinDVD software application. If you use an over-used rewritable disc, the full formatting might be locked. Please use a brand new disc. User’s Manual A300/A300D 4-23...

  • Page 94: Media Care

    A300/A300D Media care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVD. Handle your media with care. The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on them: CD/DVD 1. Store your CD/DVD in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean.

  • Page 95: Using The Software

    Chooses from the Options tab to flip, zoom, flicker rate, night mode and backlight compensation; in the Image tab change the colour settings; in the profile tab change the lighting conditions. A300/A300D Audio recording Function Display window Camera resolution 4-25...

  • Page 96: Using Toshiba Face Recognition

    Toshiba does not guarantee that the face recognition utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of the face recognition software or utility.

  • Page 97: Modem

    To select a region, follow the steps below. 1. In Windows Vista™, click Start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to Networking and click Modem Region Select. Do not use the Country/Region Select function in the Modem setup utility in the Control Panel if the function is available.

  • Page 98: Properties Menu

    A300/A300D 2. The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar. Figure 4-12 The Region Selection icon (Windows Vista™) 3. Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports. A sub menu for telephony location information will also be displayed.

  • Page 99: Modem Selection

    2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack. Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is connected. User’s Manual Modem jack Figure 4-14 Connecting the internal modem A300/A300D Telephone jack 4-29...

  • Page 100: Wireless Communications

    11a, 11b, 11g and 11n wireless are based on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n respectively. The IEEE 802.11n specification has not been finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adaptors are based on the draft release version 2.0, of the IEEE 802.11n specification.

  • Page 101: Worldwide Operation

    TOSHIBA strongly recommends the customer to enable the encryption function. TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping of data due to the use of Wireless LAN and the damage thereof. Bluetooth™ wireless technology Bluetooth™...

  • Page 102: Wireless Communication Switch

    A300/A300D Wireless communication switch You can enable or disable RF transmission(Wireless LAN and Bluetooth) functions on and off, with this switch (Provided with some models). No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off. Slide the switch toward the right of the computer to turn it on and toward the left of the computer to turn it off.

  • Page 103: Lan

    1. Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer. 2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. User’s Manual LAN jack Figure 4-15 Connecting the LAN cable A300/A300D 4-33...

  • Page 104: Cleaning The Computer

    A300/A300D 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub. When the computer is exchanging data with the LAN, the LAN active indicator glows orange. When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but is not exchanging data, the link indicator glows green.

  • Page 105: Moving The Computer

    When the CPU temperature falls to a normal range, the fan is turned off and the CPU operation returns to standard speed. If the CPU temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the system automatically shuts down to prevent damage. Data in memory will be lost. User’s Manual A300/A300D 4-35...
  • Page 106 A300/A300D 4-36 User’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Chapter 5 The Keyboard

    The SHIFT keys, the TAB key, and the BACK SPACE key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions. User’s Manual A300/A300D Chapter 5...

  • Page 108: Function Keys: F1

    Soft keys: FN key combinations The FN (function) is unique to Toshiba computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys. Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific features.

  • Page 109: Hot Keys

    A300/A300D Press FN + F12 (Scroll Lock) to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on default is off. Press FN + ENTER to simulate ENTER on the enhanced keyboard’s numeric keypad. Press FN + CTRL to simulate the enhanced keyboard’s right CTRL key.
  • Page 110 A300/A300D Hibernate: Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to hibernation mode. Output: Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display device. Brightness down: Pressing FN + F6 decreases the computer’s display panel brightness in individual steps. Brightness up: Pressing FN + F7 increases the computer’s display panel brightness in individual steps.

  • Page 111: Windows Special Keys

    FN sticky key You can use the Toshiba Accessibility Utility to make the FN key sticky, that is, you can press it once, release it, and they press an “F number” key. To start the Toshiba Accessibility Utility, click Start -> All Programs ->...

  • Page 112: Keypad Overlay

    A300/A300D Keypad overlay Your computer’s keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one - this is located in the center of the keyboard with the relevant keys having dark gray letters at their front edge.

  • Page 113: Generating Ascii Characters

    3. Release ALT, and the ASCII character appears on the display screen. With the overlay off: 1. Hold ALT + FN. 2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code. 3. Release ALT + FN, and the ASCII character appears on the display screen. User’s Manual A300/A300D...
  • Page 114 A300/A300D User’s Manual...

  • Page 115: Chapter 6 Power And Power-Up Modes

    • LED: Battery Orange DC IN White/ Green • Operates • No charge • LED: Battery off DC IN White/ Green A300/A300D • LED: Battery White/ Green DC IN White/ Green • Quick charge • LED: Battery Orange DC IN White/ Green •...

  • Page 116: Power Indicators

    • Operates • LED: Battery blinking orange DC IN off Computer goes into hibernation or shuts down (depending on the Toshiba power Management Utility Setting) • No operation • LED: Battery off DC IN off Indicates battery charge is below low battery trigger point.

  • Page 117: Battery Types

    Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements. The battery recharges the RTC batteries. The battery maintains the state of the computer when you enable Resume.

  • Page 118: Real Time Clock Battery

    The computer’s RTC battery is a lithium ion battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Care and use of the battery pack The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing.
  • Page 119 9. Never let a battery pack become wet. A wet battery pack will overheat, ignite or rupture possibly resulting in death or serious injury. User’s Manual A300/A300D...
  • Page 120 Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA service provider. It might generate smoke or fire, or the battery pack might rupture. 3. Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack.

  • Page 121: Charging The Batteries

    The Battery indicator glows orange when the battery is being charged. Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or the optional TOSHIBA Batteries charger to charge the battery pack. Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger...

  • Page 122: Battery Charging Notice

    A300/A300D The charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature, the temperature of the computer and how you use the computer. If you make heavy use of external devices, for example, the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation. Refer also to the section Maximizing battery operating time.

  • Page 123: Maximizing Battery Operating Time

    Retention Time State and Retention Time about 18 hours (sleep mode) about 7 days (shutdown mode) about 1 days (sleep mode) about 14 days (shutdown mode) about 2 days (sleep mode) about 21 days (shutdown mode) about 3 months A300/A300D...

  • Page 124: Extending Battery Life

    A300/A300D Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs: At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps below.

  • Page 125: Replacing The Battery Pack

    4. Turn the computer upside down with the back of the computer facing you. 5. Slide the battery pack locking latch toward the unlock position User’s Manual Battery Release Latch Figure 6-1 Slide the locking latch to the unlocked position A300/A300D Battery Pack Lock Battery Pack 6-11...

  • Page 126: Installing The Battery Pack

    7. Pull the battery pack forward to remove it. For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack. Please return spent battery packs to your TOSHIBA dealer. Installing the battery pack To install a battery pack, follow the steps below.

  • Page 127: Starting The Computer By Password

    You can use hot keys FN + F3 to enter sleep mode and FN + F4 to enter hibernation mode. See Chapter 5, User’s Manual Turning on the power Getting Started The Keyboard A300/A300D Getting Started. The Turning off the power for details. 6-13...

  • Page 128: System Auto Off

    A300/A300D Panel power on/off You can set up your computer so that power turns off automatically when you close the display panel. When you open the panel, power turns on in sleep or hibernation mode but not in boot mode.

  • Page 129: Chapter 7 Hw Setup And Passwords

    TOSHIBA HW Setup allows you to configure settings for General, Password, Display, CPU, Boot Priority, Keyboard, USB, LAN and LED. If the supervisor password is set, access to the TOSHIBA HW Setup program can be prevented when the user password is used to log on to the computer.

  • Page 130: User Password

    A300/A300D General This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons: Default and About. Default About Setup This field displays the installed BIOS version and date. Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on.

  • Page 131: Power On Display

    When the computer is in use, CPU operation is automatically switched when necessary. (Default) CPU power consumption and clock speed automatic switching function is disabled. The CPU always runs at low power consumption and low speed. A300/A300D...

  • Page 132: Boot Priority

    A300/A300D Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer. If there is only 1 HDD, the Boot Priority Options setting will be like the following. If there are 2 HDDs, the Boot Priority Options setting will be like the following.

  • Page 133: Legacy Usb Support

    The default setting in BIOS Setup is [Disabled]. Changing the setting to [Enabled] enables the use of this function. User’s Manual Enables the Wake-up on Keyboard. Disables the Wake-up on Keyboard. (Default) Enables the USB Legacy Emulation. (Default) Disables the USB Legacy Emulation. USB Sleep and Charge function A300/A300D...
  • Page 134 A300/A300D There are two modes, Mode 1 and Mode 2 in [Enabled]. For normal use, set the setting to Mode 1. If the function does not work with Mode-1 setting, charge it to Mode-2. Some external devices may not be able to use this function in either mode.

  • Page 135: Chapter 8 Optional Devices

    Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility. The following optional devices are available from your TOSHIBA dealer: Cards/Memory ExpressCard SD, SDHC, MS, MS Pro, MMC, xD memory cards Memory expansion Power devices Additional battery pack (3 cell, 6 cell and 9 cell)

  • Page 136: Expresscard

    A300/A300D ExpressCard Installing an ExpressCard The ExpressCard slot is located on the left side of the computer. You can install one ExpressCard in the slot. Windows’ hot-install feature allows you to install ExpressCard while the computer’s power is on. Do not install an ExpressCard while the computer is in sleep or hibernation mode.
  • Page 137 A300/A300D 2. Grasp the dummy card and pull it out from the slot. Dummy card Figure 8-2 Removing the dummy card 3. Insert the ExpressCard. 4. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. 5. Check the configuration in the HW Setup window to make sure it is appropriate for your card.

  • Page 138: Multiple Digital Media Card Slot

    A300/A300D Removing an ExpressCard To remove the ExpressCard, follow the steps below. 1. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the ExpressCard. 2. Press the ExpressCard slightly to make it stretch out.
  • Page 139 For more details on using memory cards, see manuals accompanying the cards. If Windows fails to read the SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card, remove it then reinsert it. User’s Manual Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Figure 8-5 Inserting the memory card A300/A300D...
  • Page 140 A300/A300D Removing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card To remove the memory card, follow the steps below. 1. In Windows Vista™, open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the inserted memory card. 2. Gently press the memory card inside the socket to eject it.

  • Page 141: Memory Expansion

    Slot A is reserved for main memory; Slot B is for expanded memory. If only one memory module is installed, use Slot A. Slot A is lower than Slot B. User’s Manual Power and Power-up Modes.) Figure 8-7 Removing the cover A300/A300D Turning off the power...
  • Page 142 A300/A300D 6. Insert the memory module into the connector on the computer. Press the module carefully and firmly to ensure a solid connection. 7. Push the module down so that it lies flat and is secured by two latches. Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer.

  • Page 143: Removing Memory Module

    Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. 7. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw. User’s Manual Power and Power-up Modes.) Figure 8-10 Removing the memory module A300/A300D...

  • Page 144: Additional Battery Pack (3 Cell, 6 Cell And 9 Cell)

    A300/A300D Additional battery pack (3 cell, 6 cell and 9 cell) You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs (3 cell: PA3533U-1BRS/PA3533U-1BAS, 6 cell: PA3534U-1BRS/ PA3534U-1BAS, 9 cell: PA3535U-1BRS/PA3535U-1BAS). If you’re away from an AC power source, you can replace a low battery with a fully charged one.

  • Page 145: Television

    As the port operation of all HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) monitors has not been confirmed, some HDMI monitors may not function properly. User’s Manual VIDEO out port Figure 8-11 Connecting a television A300/A300D Keyboard, for details 8-11...

  • Page 146: Setting For Display Video On Hdmi

    A300/A300D 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port of the HDMI device. 2. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your computer. Setting for display video on HDMI To view video on the HDMI device, be sure to configure the following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed.

  • Page 147: I.link (Ieee1394)

    There is a possibility that the original data will be damaged. There is a particular risk that some frames will be deleted in the case of digital video transfer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for such loss of data. Do not transfer data in areas where static electricity is easily generated or in areas subjected to electronic noise.

  • Page 148: Security Lock

    A300/A300D Connecting 1. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the device. Note the following when you use i.LINK: You may need to install drivers for your i.LINK devices.

  • Page 149: Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter. Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring.

  • Page 150: Analyzing The Problem

    A300/A300D Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins. Check that your diskette is correctly inserted and that the diskette’s write protect tab is correctly set. Make notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log.

  • Page 151: Hardware And System Checklist

    When the computer starts up, the self-test will be run automatically, and the following will be displayed: TOSHIBA Leading Innovation>>> This message remains on the screen for a few seconds. If the self test is successful, the computer tries to load the operating system.

  • Page 152: Overheating Power Down

    A300/A300D Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor, the battery pack is the primary power source. However, your computer has a number of other power resources, including intelligent power supply and Real Time Clock battery. These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems.
  • Page 153 If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery, the battery might not charge to its full potential. Fully discharge the battery, then try to charge it again. Check the power consumption settings in Power Options. Consider using a power saving mode. A300/A300D...

  • Page 154: Lcd Panel

    A300/A300D Password Problem Cannot enter password Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, Passwords. Problem Some letter keys produce numbers Output to screen is garbled LCD panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer’s setup. Refer to...

  • Page 155: Hard Disk Drive

    Remove any foreign object. Check whether the DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner. See the Media care for details on cleaning. A300/A300D section. Basics. section in Chapter 4,...

  • Page 156: Diskette Drive

    Grand Tour. If you have trouble writing, make sure you are observing the following precautions: Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing. Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording.

  • Page 157: Infrared Receiver Window

    Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse to access it. Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse to access it. A300/A300D section in this chapter...

  • Page 158: Usb Mouse

    A300/A300D Problem When the reaction of touchpad is sensitive to slow USB mouse This section applies only with Windows Vista™ operating system. Problem On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation Double-clicking does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too...

  • Page 159: Fingerprint Sensor

    If problems persist, contact your dealer. Please use TOSHIBA HW Setup to register the User Password if it was not registered. Make sure you have enroll finger in windows account.
  • Page 160 A300/A300D SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card Refer also to Chapter 8, Problem Memory card error occurs You cannot write to the memory card You cannot read a file External monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, documentation. Problem Monitor does not turn No display...

  • Page 161: Sound System

    Make sure the TV type is correct for your area: NTSC (US, JAPAN), PAL (Europe). Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor. Press hot keys FN + F5 to change the display. Refer to Chapter 5, Keyboard. If problems persist, contact your dealer. A300/A300D 9-13...
  • Page 162 A300/A300D Refer also to your USB device’s documentation. Problem USB device does not work USB Sleep and Charge function Problem I cannot use the USB Sleep and Charge function 9-14 Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the USB ports on the computer and the USB device.
  • Page 163 USB Sleep and Charge function. In that case, use an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function-compatible icon ( ) or change the USB Sleep and Charge function setting to [Disabled ] in the HW Setup. A300/A300D 9-15...
  • Page 164 A300/A300D Modem Problem Communication software can’t initialize modem You can hear a dial tone but can’t make a call You place a call, but a connection can’t be made After making a call you can’t hear a ring Communication is cut...

  • Page 165: Wireless Lan

    Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. If problems persist, consult your LAN administrator. Basics. Procedure Make sure the computer’s wireless communication switch is set to on. If problems persist, consult your LAN administrator. A300/A300D 9-17...

  • Page 166: I.link (Ieee1394) Device

    A300/A300D Bluetooth For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics Problem Cannot access Bluetooth device i.LINK (IEEE1394) device Problem i.LINK device does not function 9-18 Procedure Make sure the computer’s wireless communication switch is set to on.

  • Page 167: Toshiba Support

    TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is important that you investigate other sources of assistance first.
  • Page 168 A300/A300D 9-20 User’s Manual...

  • Page 169: Chapter 10 Disclaimers

    For optimum performance, use your computer product only under recommended conditions. Read additional restrictions in your product documentation. Contact Toshiba technical service and support, refer to TOSHIBA support section in chapter 9, User’s Manual Chapter 10 www.pcsupport.toshiba.com...

  • Page 170: Battery Life

    This is a normal phenomenon for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories information that is shipped with your computer, or visit the Toshiba web site at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com. 10-2 www.pcsupport.toshiba.com...

  • Page 171: Hdd Drive Capacity

    User’s Manual = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and A300/A300D 10-3...

  • Page 172: Copy Protection

    A300/A300D Copy protection Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media. Images All images are simulated for purposes of illustration. LCD brightness and eye strain Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.

  • Page 173: Specifications

    Power requirements AC adaptor Computer User’s Manual Appendix A Operating Non-operating 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C 20% to 80% 10% to 90% 0 to 10,000 meters 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) 19V DC A300/A300D...
  • Page 174 A300/A300D Built-in modem The ability of this feature is depending on the model you purchased. Network control unit (NCU) Type of NCU Type of line Type of dialing Control command Monitor function Communication specifications Communication system Communication protocol Communication speed...

  • Page 175: Display Controller And Modes

    Software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports the mode. The computer’s display controller supports all SVGA and XGA modes, the most widely used industry standards. User’s Manual A300/A300D Appendix B...

  • Page 176: Video Modes

    A300/A300D Video modes The computer supports video modes defined in the table below. If your application offers a selection of mode numbers that do not match the numbers on the table, select a mode based on, resolution, number of colors and refresh rates.

  • Page 177: Card Specifications

    Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ® Microsoft Windows Networking CSMA/CA (Collision Avoidance) with Acknowledgment (ACK) 54/48/36/24/18/9/6 Mb/s (Revision A and G) 11/5.5/2/1 Mb/s (Revision B) A300/A300D...

  • Page 178: Radio Characteristics

    Subject to the radio regulations that apply in your country/region, your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 5 GHz/2.4 GHz channels. Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for information about the radio regulations that apply in your country/region.
  • Page 179 In a Wireless LAN Access Point, the Wireless LAN card will use the factory-set default channel(printed in bold), unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device. User’s Manual A300/A300D 2400-2483.5 MHz 2412 2417 2422...
  • Page 180 A300/A300D Frequency Range Channel ID Factory-set default channels Refer to the sheet Approved Countries/Regions for use for the countries/regions that in which these channels can be used. These channels are available to A/B/G combo type only. Available Area: US (USA, CANADA) only.

  • Page 181: Ac Power Cord And Connectors

    Minimum 0.75 mm Minimum 2.5 amperes 125 or 250V AC (depending on country/region’s power standards) Italy: CEBEC The Netherlands: DEMKO Norway: FIMKO Sweden: LCIE Switzerland: United Kingdom: No. 18 AWG, Type SVT or SPT-2 CCC, CQC India: A300/A300D KEMA NEMKO SEMKO STQC...
  • Page 182 A300/A300D For 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) or 5-15P (125V) as designated in the U.S. National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II.

  • Page 183: If Your Computer Is Stolen

    What is your address, phone, and fax number? To register the theft on paper, please follow these procedures: Fill in the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form (or a copy of it) below. Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased.
  • Page 184 A300/A300D TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to: Fax number: Country stolen: Machine type: (e.g. A300/A300D) Model number: (e.g. PSA30EYXT) Serial number: (e.g. 12345678G) Date stolen: Owner’s details Last name, first name: Company: Street: Postal Code/City: Country: Phone: Fax: TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr.
  • Page 185 DVD-R DL: Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer DVD-ROM: Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory DVD-RW: Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable DVD+R DL: Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer ECP: extended capabilities port FDD: floppy diskette drive FIR: fast infrared HDD: hard disk drive User’s Manual A300/A300D Glossary-1...
  • Page 186 A300/A300D IDE: integrated drive electronics I/O: input/output IrDA: Infrared Data Association IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode LSI: large scale integration MB: megabyte OCR: optical character recognition (reader) PCB: printed circuit board PCI: peripheral component interconnect...
  • Page 187 The portion of the computer’s memory where data is temporarily stored. Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another. bus: An interface for transmission of signals, data or electric power. User’s Manual A300/A300D Glossary-3...
  • Page 188 A300/A300D byte: The representation of a single character. A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressable unit within the system. cache memory: High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate. When the CPU reads data from main memory, it stores a copy of this data in cache memory.
  • Page 189 To remove data from a disk or other data storage device. Synonymous with erase. device driver: A program that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer. The CONFIG.SYS file contains device drivers that MS-DOS loads when you turn the computer on. User’s Manual A300/A300D Glossary-5...
  • Page 190 A300/A300D dialog box: A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information. Digital Audio: An audio compression standard that enables high-quality transmission and real-time playback of sound files. disk drive: The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer’s memory.
  • Page 191 (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes. Fn-esse: A TOSHIBA utility that allows you to assign functions to hot keys. folder: An icon in Windows used to store documents or other folders. format: The process of readying a blank disk for its first use. Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk.
  • Page 192 FN, can be used to set system parameters, such as speaker volume. HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that allows you to set the parameters for various hardware components. icon: A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel.
  • Page 193 A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen. Also called a screen. microprocessor: A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions. Also called the central processing unit (CPU), one of the main parts of the computer. User’s Manual A300/A300D Glossary-9...
  • Page 194 A300/A300D mode: A method of operation, for example, the Boot Mode, Sleep Mode or the Hibernation Mode. modem: Derived from modulator/demodulator, a device that converts (modulates) digital data for transmission over telephone lines and then converts modulated data (demodulates) to digital format where received.
  • Page 195 The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers. Power Saver Utility: A TOSHIBA utility that allows you to set the parameters for various power-saving functions. printed circuit board (PCB): A hardware component of a processor to which integrated circuits and other components are attached.
  • Page 196 A300/A300D restart: Resetting a computer without turning it off (also called “warm boot” or “soft reset”). See also boot. RGB: Red, green and blue. A device that uses three input signals, each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color (red, green and blue) or port for using such a device.
  • Page 197 TFT display: A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active-matrix technology with thin film transistor (TFT) to drive each cell. touchpad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest. TTL: Transistor-transistor logic. A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage.
  • Page 198 A300/A300D Glossary-14 User’s Manual...
  • Page 199 -iii, 6-4 save mode, 1-9 Bluethooth problems, 9-18 Bluetooth, 1-8, 4-31 indicator, 4-32 problems, 9-18 switch, 2-1 User’s Manual A300/A300D Checklist equipment, 1-1 problems, 9-1, 9-3 Cleaning the computer, 4-34 COM port, 4-29 DC IN, 2-5 connecting, 3-2 indicator, 2-10, 6-3...
  • Page 200 Fan vent location, 2-3 Fingerprint sensor, 2-8 location, 2-7, 4-1 problems, 9-11 using, 1-13, 4-2 FN + 1 (TOSHIBA zooming utility reduce), 5-5 FN + 2 (TOSHIBA zooming utility enlarge), 5-5 FN + ALT (enhanced keyboard simulation), 5-3 FN + CTRL (enhanced keyboard...
  • Page 201 (overlay on), 5-7 temporarily using overlay (overlay off), 5-7 turning on the overlays, 5-6 User’s Manual A300/A300D LAN, 1-7, 4-33 cable types, 4-33 connecting, 4-33 disconnecting, 4-34 indicator, 4-34 port, 2-3 problems, 9-17...
  • Page 202 9-4 SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/ xD card, 9-12 self test, 9-3 sleep/hibernation, 9-17 sound system, 9-13 system start-up, 9-3 TOSHIBA support, 9-19 touchpad, 9-9 TV output signal, 9-13 USB, 9-14 USB mouse, 9-10 USB Sleep and Charge, 9-14 Wireless LAN, 9-17...
  • Page 203 2-2 TOSHIBA Accessibility, 1-11 TOSHIBA Assist, 1-12 TOSHIBA Bluetooth Stack, 1-13 TOSHIBA ConfigFree, 1-13 TOSHIBA Disc Creator, 1-12, 4-19 TOSHIBA DVD-RAM utility, 1-12 TOSHIBA Face Recognition, 1-13 Toshiba HW setup, 7-1 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool, 1-11 User’s Manual...
  • Page 204 A300/A300D Index-6 User’s Manual...

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