Toshiba Laptop A25 User Manual

Satellite® A20/A25 Series  
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Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers!  
With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can  
accompany you wherever you go.  
You will find that the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is  
already installed on your computer. It offers exciting features and easy  
Internet access.  
This guide  
This guide offers important information about your computer, including  
solutions to the most common problems, and features and specifications.  
For more detailed information, descriptions of other features and more  
extensive troubleshooting guidelines, see the electronic user’s guide  
preinstalled on your system. It is also available on the Web at  
pcsupport.toshiba.com.  
Safety icons  
This guide contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to  
avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to  
your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified  
according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these  
instructions as follows:  
Danger indicates a hazardous situation, which will result in death, serious  
personal injury, or substantial property damage if the safety instruction is  
ignored.  
DANGER  
Warning indicates a hazardous situation, which can result in death, serious  
personal injury, or substantial property damage if the safety instruction is  
ignored.  
Caution indicates a hazardous situation, which will or can cause minor  
personal injury or property damage if the safety instruction is ignored.  
Provides you with important but not hazard-related information.  
Other icons used  
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information:  
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about the  
computer.  
 
   
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HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.  
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.  
Other documentation  
Your computer comes with all or some of the following documentation in  
addition to this resource guide:  
Electronic user’s guide installed on your system.  
Guides for other software that may come preinstalled.  
Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system documentation.  
For accessory information, visit Toshiba’s Web site at toshiba.com.  
The Recovery Media containing the programs that are preinstalled at  
the factory and any bundled software. Keep this media in a safe and  
convenient place.  
Setting up your computer and getting started  
Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend  
more time using their computers. With a little care and proper use of the  
equipment, you can work comfortably throughout the day.  
Using the computer keyboard incorrectly can result in discomfort and  
possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing,  
stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a  
physician.  
For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitive-strain  
injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome.  
Placement of the computer  
Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to  
avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following when placing your  
computer.  
Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and  
distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or  
neck, and look at the screen without slouching.  
If you are using an external monitor, the top of the display should be  
no higher than eye level.  
If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance  
as the screen.  
 
         
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Seating and posture  
When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed  
and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in  
reducing work strain.  
Precautions  
Your notebook computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of  
use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. You should observe certain  
precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the  
computer.  
Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts.  
Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or  
otherwise cause your computer to malfunction.  
Some PC Cards become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC Card  
can result in errors or instability in its operation.  
Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for lengthy  
periods of time.  
Connecting to a power source  
Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cable and AC  
adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the  
computer’s battery.  
Power cable  
AC adapter  
Power Cable and AC adapter  
Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent  
adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage  
your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use  
of an incompatible adapter.  
When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in  
the exact order as described in the User's Manual. Connecting the power  
cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adapter  
DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock  
or minor bodily injury when touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid  
touching any metal parts.  
 
     
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Hold the power cable by its plug when you connect/disconnect it. Do NOT  
pull the cable itself. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a  
short circuit or electric shock.  
DANGER  
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.  
To connect AC power to the computer:  
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Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.  
Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the computer.  
Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.  
If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC power light  
) glows green.  
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Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify,  
forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power  
cable.  
DANGER  
If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use.  
There is a risk of electric shock.  
Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may  
cause an electric shock.  
Connecting a printer  
You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer through a  
USB port. You can also connect a parallel printer through the parallel port.  
To confirm a printer’s compatibility, check its documentation.  
Connecting a USB printer  
To achieve the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may  
come with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer  
or electronics store.  
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for connecting a USB printer to your  
computer.  
Connecting a parallel printer  
To achieve the connection, you need a suitable cable, which may come with  
your parallel printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or  
electronics store.  
If you connect a parallel printer, do so before you turn on the computer.  
 
     
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for connecting a parallel printer to  
your computer.  
Installing additional memory (optional)  
Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using  
the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the  
computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.  
computer with a memory module in slot B only.  
Your computer is equipped with two memory slots which can provide for  
various memory configurations. When additional memory is added, or  
original memory replaced, it is recommended that you use only compatible  
memory. In the event original memory is replaced with invalid memory, the  
system will beep and will not start up beyond the BIOS memory check. A  
message will display. If this occurs, contact Toshiba’s support center. See  
“Toshiba voice contact” on page 27.  
HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, visit the Toshiba Web site at  
toshiba.com.  
Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular  
applications. You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use  
complex software or process large amounts of data.  
There are two memory slots. Your system may have both slots occupied.  
If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will become  
hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature before you  
replace them.  
Do not try to install a memory module under the following conditions. You  
can damage the computer and the module.  
1. The computer is turned on.  
2. The computer was shut down using Standby mode.  
3. Power to the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive has been turned on.  
Do not install or remove a memory module while the DVD-ROM or multi-  
function drive power is on.  
 
     
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You will need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver and a small flat head  
screwdriver to install a memory module.  
To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips  
screwdriver that is in good condition.  
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If the computer is on, turn it off.  
See “Turn Off or Shut down command” in your electronic user’s  
guide.  
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Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer.  
Open the display panel and remove the panel above the keyboard that  
contains the power button.  
When removing the computer’s power button panel to install additional  
memory, be careful not to damage the display or circuit board.  
Using a flat-head screwdriver to pry off the panel  
You can pry the panel out of its position by using a flat-head  
screwdriver. Starting at the left or right side, carefully wedge the flat-  
head screwdriver between the panel and the surrounding housing.  
Grasp the end of the panel and lift up until the panel comes free.  
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Remove the three screws that hold the keyboard in place, and remove  
the keyboard retaining brace.  
Removing the left keyboard screw  
 
 
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The two-inch-long, propeller-shaped brace sits in the center of the  
area exposed when the panel is removed.  
Observe how the propeller-shaped keyboard retaining brace is positioned  
before you remove it.  
Store the brace with the screws for safekeeping.  
Removing the right keyboard screw  
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Lift the keyboard and gently place it face down on the palm rest of the  
computer.  
Lifting the keyboard  
Removing the keyboard exposes the two memory slots, which are  
covered by a plastic sheet.  
Covered memory slots  
Locating the covered memory module slots  
 
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Lift (but do not detach) the plastic sheet to expose the memory slots.  
Lifting the plastic covering the memory slots  
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Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging.  
Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the  
module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity  
you may have built up.  
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its pin  
connector (on the side you insert into the computer).  
Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer.  
Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems.  
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Insert the memory module in a slot and gently press it down into  
place.  
Inserting the memory module  
The clips on either side of the module will click to secure the module.  
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Cover the slots with the plastic sheet.  
10 Replace the keyboard.  
To secure the keyboard, fit the tabs at the bottom of the keyboard into  
the corresponding slots at the top of the computer’s palm rest.  
11 Fasten the keyboard with the keyboard retaining brace and screws.  
 
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12 Replace the panel above the keyboard by doing the following:  
Fit the tabs at the bottom of the panel into corresponding slots at  
the top of the keyboard.  
Fit the tabs at the top of the panel into corresponding slots at the  
base of the display and gently push down.  
When the panel is properly positioned, it will snap down into place.  
13 Reconnect any cables you removed.  
14 Turn on the computer.  
To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, see  
“Checking total memory” on page 12.  
15 If the computer does not recognize the memory, shut down the  
computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory  
module is seated properly, as described in step 8.  
Removing a memory module  
If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will become  
hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature before you  
replace them.  
Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You  
can damage the computer and the device.  
Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode.  
The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory  
will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will not  
be saved.  
The following message appears when you turn on the power:  
Warning: Resume Failure  
Press Any Key To Continue  
If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the following: Press  
the power button and hold it down for five seconds, then turn the power on  
again.  
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Follow steps 1 through 6 in “Installing additional memory (optional)”  
on page 7.  
Pull the clips away from the memory module.  
The memory module pops partially out of the slot.  
 
 
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Pulling the clips away from the memory module  
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Carefully remove the module from the slot.  
Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the  
module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity  
you may have built up.  
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its pin  
connector (on the side you insert into the computer).  
Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer.  
Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems.  
Removing the memory module  
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Complete the procedure by following steps 9 through 14 in “Installing  
additional memory (optional)” on page 7.  
Checking total memory  
When you add or remove memory, you can check that the computer has  
recognized the change. To do this:  
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Click Start, Control Panel.  
Click Performance and Maintenance.  
 
 
Your computer’s TFT display  
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Click System.  
The General tab view automatically appears and shows the  
recognized memory.  
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If the computer does not recognize the memory, turn off the computer,  
remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is  
seated properly, as described in “Installing additional memory  
(optional)” on page 7.  
Your computer’s TFT display  
Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your  
computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film  
transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology.  
Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic  
characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.  
Inserting a PC Card  
Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to do so may  
result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer,  
or to the computer itself.  
Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that comes with  
the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it.  
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If your PC Card does not support hot swapping, save your data and  
turn off the computer before inserting the PC Card. For more  
information, see “Hot swapping a PC Card” on page 14.  
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Hold the PC Card with the arrow or main label side up and the  
connector side toward the PC Card slot.  
Align the card connectors with the PC Card slot and carefully slide the  
card into the slot until it locks into place.  
Inserting a PC Card  
To avoid damaging the PC Card or the computer, do not force the card into  
the PC Card slot.  
 
     
Removing a PC Card  
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Removing a PC Card  
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Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray.  
Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC  
Card.  
The operating system advises you that you may safely remove the  
Card.  
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Press the PC Card eject button next to the PC Card slot to extend the  
button.  
Ejecting the PC Card  
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Press the extended eject button so the PC Card pops out slightly.  
Remove the PC Card and store it properly.  
Hot swapping a PC Card  
One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card  
with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.”  
Hot swapping precautions  
Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss never  
remove a card while it is in use. For example:  
Never remove an ATA card while the system is accessing it.  
Never remove a network card while you are connected to a network.  
Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to  
it are operating.  
Before removing a PC Card, shut it down properly. See “Removing a PC  
Card” on page 14.  
Using SD cards  
Your computer supports the use of SD (Secure Digital) memory/input/  
output cards. The cards can be used with a variety of digital products:  
digital music players, cellular phones, PDAs, digital cameras, digital video  
camcorders, etc.  
 
               
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Inserting an SD card  
MMC cards (multimedia cards) do not work in this slot.  
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Turn the card so that the metal contacts are face down.  
Push the card into the slot until it locks in place.  
Inserting an SD card  
Removing an SD card  
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Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray.  
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Click Safely remove xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your SD  
card.  
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Press the card inward to release it.  
The card pops out slightly.  
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Lift the side of the computer where the card is located, grasp the card,  
and pull it straight out.  
Learning the basics  
Computing tips  
Save your work frequently.  
Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it  
to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system  
error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs  
out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be  
configured to warn you when the battery is running low.  
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you can turn on.  
This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your  
software documentation for details.  
Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable storage media) on  
a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a  
safe place.  
 
           
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Scan all new files for viruses.  
Never turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive  
is active.  
The Windows® XP operating system records information, such as your  
desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you do not let the operating  
system shut down normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.  
Using the TouchPadTM  
The TouchPad, the touch-sensitive cutout in front of the keyboard, enables  
you to move the cursor by brushing your finger on the surface in the  
direction you want the cursor to move. To move the cursor to the top of the  
screen, move your finger on the TouchPad away from you. To move the  
cursor to the bottom, do the opposite.  
For more information on the TouchPad, see the electronic user’s guide.  
Primary and secondary control buttons  
When you want to click or choose an item, use the TouchPad to move the  
pointer/cursor to the item. Once the pointer/cursor is positioned, you can  
click it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the  
control buttons.  
The control buttons are adjacent to the TouchPad and are used like the  
buttons on a mouse. The primary control button is the left one and  
corresponds to the left mouse button. To double-click, press the primary  
button twice in rapid succession.  
The function of the secondary button depends on the program you are  
using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button. Check your  
program’s documentation to find whether it uses the secondary mouse  
button.  
Playing a CD or DVD  
Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and  
video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data  
storage and support features that are not available on any other video  
platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language  
tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive  
menus.  
For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVD-ROM or  
multi-function drive.  
HINT: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is designed to play region 1  
(North America) DVD-ROMs.  
 
           
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For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs  
while running the computer on AC power.  
Drive components and control buttons  
The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is located on the side of the  
computer. The CD/DVD control buttons are located at the front edge of the  
computer and can be accessed when the display panel is closed or open.  
Components  
Manual eject button  
Eject button  
Sample DVD-ROM or multi-function drive shown  
Use the eject button to release the disc tray. This button requires power to  
operate.  
Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the disk/disc  
activity light is flashing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.  
The manual eject button allows you to manually open the disc tray when  
power to the computer and the drive is off.  
Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off  
inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a  
straightened paper clip.  
Inserting a disc  
Before playing an audio CD or a DVD, turn down the volume. Playing the  
disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn down the volume,  
use the volume control dial or access the Volume Control program (click  
Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume  
Control).  
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If the computer is turned on, press the eject button on the DVD-ROM  
or multi-function drive.  
The disc tray partially opens.  
To avoid damaging a disc or losing data, check that the Disk/disc activity  
light is off before opening the disc tray.  
 
       
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Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open.  
Hold the disc by its edges and check 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.  
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Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label facing up.  
Inserting a disc  
Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located underneath the drive’s  
spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.  
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Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it locks.  
Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle. If you position the  
disc incorrectly, it can jam the disc tray.  
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Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it  
clicks, indicating that it is locked.  
Removing a disc with the computer on  
Never press the eject button while the computer is accessing the drive. Wait  
for the disk/disc activity light on the system indicator panel to turn off before  
opening the disc tray.  
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Locate and press the eject button.  
The disc tray partially opens.  
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Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open.  
Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its protective cover.  
If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for the disc to stop  
before removing it.  
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Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it  
clicks indicating that it is locked.  
 
     
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Removing a disc with the computer off  
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Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the  
manual eject button access hole.  
Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off  
inside the computer and damage it.  
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Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its protective  
cover.  
Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it  
clicks indicating it is locked.  
Moving the computer  
Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk  
activity has ended (the drive-in-use lights stop flashing) and all external  
peripheral cables are disconnected.  
Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the  
ports are located).  
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Running the computer on battery power  
The computer contains a removable lithium ion (Li-ion) high-capacity  
battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can  
recharge it many times.  
To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the  
computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully  
discharged. Please see “Maximizing battery life” on page 23 for  
procedures. If the computer is continuously operated on AC power, either  
through an AC adapter or a docking station for an extended period (more  
than a month), the battery may fail to retain a charge. It may not function  
efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the battery light may not  
indicate a low-battery condition.  
Monitoring battery power  
The battery light indicates the main battery’s current charge. It:  
Glows green when the battery is fully charged  
Glows amber while the battery is being charged  
 
       
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Does not glow if the external power source is disconnected or if the  
battery is completely discharged  
TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low  
temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in  
temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.  
The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current  
rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery.  
Setting battery alarms  
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running  
low. For more information, see “Setting battery alarms” in the electronic  
user’s guide.  
Changing the main battery  
When your battery power is running low, you have two options: connect the  
computer to an AC power source or install a charged battery.  
If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure to save  
your work often.  
When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or short-circuit its  
terminals. Also, do not drop, hit or otherwise impact the battery. Do not  
scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery.  
Do not remove the battery while the computer is in Standby mode. Data in  
memory will be lost.  
Removing the battery from the computer  
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Save your work.  
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Turn off the computer via the Start menu.  
See “Using Turn Off or Shut down” in your electronic user’s guide.  
Remove all cables connected to the computer.  
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down.  
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Move the battery lock lever toward the front of the computer in order  
to move the battery release latch.  
 
       
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Battery lock lever  
Moving the battery lock lever  
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Slide the battery release latch to free the battery, then firmly pull the  
battery toward yourself.  
Battery release latch  
Sliding the battery release latch  
Removing the battery  
If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to  
handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of  
used batteries safely” in the electronic user’s guide.  
For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery. Please return  
spent batteries to your Toshiba dealer.  
 
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Inserting a charged battery  
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Turn off the computer via the Start menu.  
See “Using Turn Off or Shut down” in your electronic user’s guide.  
Remove all cables connected to the computer.  
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Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down.  
Insert the battery until it is level with the rest of the computer’s  
underside  
When the battery is properly secured, the battery release latch snaps  
shut.  
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Move the battery lock lever toward the back of the computer to secure  
the battery release latch.  
Failure to lock the battery cover can result in the battery falling out of the  
computer case.  
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Turn the computer right side up.  
Reconnect any cables you removed.  
Turn on the computer.  
Battery safety precautions  
If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or changes color or  
shape while it is being used or charged, turn off the computer’s power  
immediately and disconnect the power cord from the power socket.  
Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer.  
Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.  
Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Overcharging will  
shorten its life, and reverse charging could damage it.  
Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with another metal  
object. Short-circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may  
cause damage to the battery or the computer.  
Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to explode and  
release toxic materials.  
If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use  
protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.  
To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can  
purchase through toshiba.com.  
A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The  
main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed to cause reverse  
polarity.  
Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger  
designated as an approved option.  
 
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When you install the battery, you should hear a click when it is seated  
properly.  
Do not expose the battery to fire. The battery could explode.  
Maximizing battery life  
A main battery can be recharged many times. Battery life and charge time  
vary depending on the applications, power management settings and  
features used. To maximize the life of your battery:  
At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source  
and operate it on battery power until the battery fully discharges.  
Before doing so, follow the steps below:  
1
2
Turn off the computer’s power.  
Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer’s power. If  
it does not turn on, go to step 4.  
3
Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes. If the  
battery has at least five minutes of operating time, continue  
operating until the battery is fully discharged. If the battery light  
flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery,  
go to step 4.  
4
Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cable to a  
power outlet. The DC-IN (if applicable to your system) or AC  
power light should glow green, and the battery light should glow  
amber to indicate that the battery is being charged. If the DC-IN  
or AC power light indicator does not glow, power is not being  
supplied. Check the connections to the AC adapter and power  
cable.  
5
Charge the battery until the battery light glows green.  
If you have extra batteries, rotate their use.  
If you will not be using the system for an extended period (more than  
one month), remove the battery.  
Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged.  
Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life.  
If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours,  
disconnect the AC adapter.  
Store spare batteries in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.  
 
 
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Important information on your Satellite® computer’s  
cooling fan  
The CPU cooling fan on the underside of your Satellite computer cools the  
CPU by drawing outside air into the computer.  
To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the cooling fan's air  
intake is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum. If the fan is  
blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause  
the computer to shut down. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper,  
plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can block the air intake,  
preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on surfaces  
with objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan.  
CPU  
cooling  
fan  
Underside of your Satellite computer  
If something goes wrong  
Problems that are easy to fix  
Your program stops responding.  
If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations,  
chances are the program has stopped responding. You can exit the failed  
program without shutting down the operating system or closing other  
programs.  
To close a program that has stopped responding:  
1
2
Press Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once).  
Click the Applications tab.  
If a program has stopped responding, the words “not responding”  
appear beside its name in the list.  
3
4
Select the program you want to close, then click End Task.  
Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working. If it  
does not, continue with step 4.  
Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program  
name, then End Task.  
 
     
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5
Turn off your computer according to the instructions in “Turn Off or  
Shut down command” in your electronic user’s guide.  
Your program performs an illegal operation.  
If you receive the message, Your program has performed an illegal operation,”  
you should record the details of the message and consult the software  
manufacturer.  
To record the details, click the Details button and copy the text the  
operating system displays. The Details button displays information that the  
software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem.  
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 AC adapter and power cable properly or  
installed a charged battery.  
Press and hold down the power button until the on/off light changes to  
green.  
If you are using the AC adapter, check that the wall outlet is working by  
plugging in another device, such as a lamp.  
The computer starts but, when you press a key, nothing  
happens.  
You probably have a software or resource conflict. To clear the condition,  
press Ctrl, Alt and Del simultaneously, then select Shutdown and Restart.  
Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but it will not solve a  
resource conflict. Read the documentation that came with the conflicting  
device and “Resolving a hardware conflict” in the electronic user’s guide.  
The keyboard produces unexpected characters.  
A keypad overlay may be on. If the numeric keypad or cursor control light  
is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or  
press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light.  
If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the  
software you are using is not remapping the keyboard. Refer to the  
software’s documentation and check that the program does not assign  
different meanings to any of the keys.  
Display problems  
The display is blank.  
Display Auto Off may be in effect. Press any key to activate the screen.  
You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1  
simultaneously.  
If you have registered a password, press the Enter key, type the password  
and press Enter. If no password is registered, press Enter. The screen  
reactivates and allows you to continue working.  
 
       
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If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display priority is not set  
for an external monitor. To do this, hold down Fn and continue to press F5  
until the display priority is not the external monitor.  
Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn  
on your computer.  
Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors  
(TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. The small  
bright dots that appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the  
TFT manufacturing technology.  
PC Card problems  
PC Card checklist  
Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot.  
See “Using a PC Card” in the electronic user’s guide.  
Make sure all cables are securely connected.  
Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. If  
another PCMCIA-equipped computer is available, try the card in that  
machine. If the card malfunctions again, it may be defective.  
Here are some common problems and their solutions:  
Resolving PC Card problems  
The slot appears dead and cards that worked no longer do.  
Check the PC Card status:  
1
2
Click Start.  
Click My Computer icon with the secondary button, then click  
Properties.  
The System Properties window appears.  
Click the Hardware tab.  
3
4
5
6
Click the Device Manager button.  
Double-click the appropriate category for the PC Card being used.  
Double-click the name of the PC Card device.  
The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties window,  
which contains information about your PC Card configuration and  
status.  
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a PC  
Card.  
Remove the PC Card. If removing the PC Card does not resolve the  
problem, try restarting the computer. If the computer still does not work,  
contact the PC Card’s manufacturer.  
 
     
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If you need further assistance  
If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still  
having problems, you may need additional technical assistance. This  
section contains the steps to take to ask for help.  
Before you call  
Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the  
program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of  
assistance first.  
Try the following before contacting Toshiba:  
Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system  
documentation.  
If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the  
program’s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact  
the software company’s technical support group for their assistance.  
Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and/or  
program. Your dealer is your best source for current information.  
Detailed system specifications are available at www.ts.toshiba.com by  
selecting your particular product and model number, clicking GO, and then  
clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left. Or just refer to  
the computer documentation shipped with your product.  
For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you, see “Toshiba voice contact”  
on page 27.  
Contacting Toshiba  
If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware-related,  
Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you.  
Start with accessing Toshiba on the Internet using any Internet browser by  
typing pcsupport.toshiba.com.  
Toshiba voice contact  
Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have:  
Your computer’s model and model number.  
Your computer’s serial number.  
The computer and any optional devices related to the problem.  
Backup copies of your operating system and all other preloaded  
software on diskettes or CD-ROM.  
Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with  
its installation diskettes or CD-ROM.  
Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred.  
Exact error messages and when they occurred.  
 
       
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For technical support, call the Toshiba InTouch Center:  
Within the United States at (800) 457-7777  
Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273  
Power cable connectors  
Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use  
worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cable  
connectors for various parts of the world.  
USA and Canada  
(UL and CSA  
approved)  
United Kingdom  
(BS approved)  
Australia  
(AS approved)  
Europe  
(VDA and  
NEMKO approved)  
Features and specifications  
This section lists the computer’s features.  
Technology and processor  
Microprocessor  
Intel® Pentium® 4 processor 2.53, 2.66, 2.80, 3.06 GHz,  
1.475, 1.500, 1.525 V/core  
CPU performance in your computer product may vary  
from specifications under the following conditions:  
- use of certain external peripheral products  
- use of battery power instead of AC power  
- use of certain multimedia games or videos with special  
effects  
- use of standard telephone lines or low speed network  
connections  
- use of complex modeling software, such as high end  
computer aided design applications  
- use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high  
altitude >1,000 meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)  
 
         
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- use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5°C  
to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) or >25°C (77°F) at high altitude  
(all temperature references are approximate).  
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due  
to design configuration.  
Under some conditions, your computer product may  
automatically shut-down. This is a normal protective  
feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage  
to the product when used outside recommended  
conditions. To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-  
up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external  
storage medium. For optimum performance, use your  
computer product only under recommended conditions.  
Read additional restrictions under “Environmental  
Conditions” in this document. Contact Toshiba Technical  
Service and Support for more information.  
Processor L1 cache  
Processor L2 cache  
12 KB write-back level one cache  
512 KB on-chip write-back level two cache  
Processor system bus 533 MHz PSB provides optimum speed for memory  
access.  
PCI bus  
High performance 32-bit PCI system bus supports HDD  
and PC Card slot  
Memory  
2.5-volt 64-bit bus, PC2100 DDR SDRAM, delivers high  
performance, 2 SODIMM memory slots,  
Memory modules available: 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB  
Maximum capacity 1024 MB  
Graphics  
Trident CyberALADDiN-P4 64-bit graphics accelerator;  
BitBLT hardware, Alpha-blending, Direct3D® and  
OpenGL® support; 32 MB external DDR video memory  
Power  
Computer  
90 watt autosensing external AC power adapter; 100-240  
VAC input voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, 15V output  
voltage, 6.0 amps maximum current  
 
 
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Main battery  
Removable, rechargeable lithium ion (Li-Ion) high-  
capacity battery (8,400 mAh, 10.8V x 12 cell)  
Battery life is up to 3.0 hours*  
Battery recharge time is several hours*  
*Battery life may vary depending on product model,  
configuration, applications, power management settings  
and features utilized. Recharge time varies depending on  
usage. Battery may not charge while computer is  
consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery  
will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and  
will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries.  
To purchase a new battery pack, see the accessories  
information that shipped with your computer or visit the  
Toshiba Web site at www.accessories.toshiba.com.  
These models achieved the battery life times shown using  
Ziff Davis Media Inc.’s Business Winstone® 2002  
BatteryMarkTM Version 1.0. These tests were performed  
without independent verification by the VeriTest testing  
division of Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. (“VeriTest”).  
Neither Ziff Davis Media Inc. nor VeriTest makes any  
representations or warranties as to the results of the tests.  
Winstone® is a registered trademark and BatteryMarkTM is  
a trademark of Ziff Davis Publishing Holdings Inc. in the  
U.S. and other countries. Copyright 2002 Ziff Davis  
Media Inc. All Rights Reserved. A description of the  
environment under which the tests were performed is  
available at www.ts.toshiba.com by selecting your particular  
product, family and model number, clicking GO, and then  
clicking on the “Detailed Specs” link from the menu on  
the left.  
RTC battery  
Li-Ion battery provides power for the internal real-time  
clock and calendar  
TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned  
off even when AC power is attached.  
Intelligent power  
supply  
Detects low battery charge and displays the battery charge  
remaining or time remaining  
Storage capacity  
Hard disk  
2.5-inch drive and controller provide non-volatile storage  
for 30, 40, 60 or 80 GB (GB means 1 billion bytes)  
 
 
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Ports  
S-video port  
Lets you connect the computer to an external NTSC/PAL  
video device such as a standard television  
Line-in jack  
DC-IN  
Allows you to connect your computer to an external audio  
source to play or record sounds  
Lets you connect the computer to AC power, using the AC  
adapter and power cable  
Headphone jack  
Use the 3.5 mm headphone jack to connect stereo  
headphones or other audio output devices. Connecting  
headphones or other devices to this jack automatically  
disables the internal speakers  
Microphone in jack  
RGB (monitor) port  
Modem port  
3.5 mm jack lets you connect an external monaural  
microphone  
15-pin, analog VGA port lets you connect an external  
SVGA monitor (color or monochrome)  
The modem port lets you connect the internal modem  
directly to a telephone line via an RJ11 connection  
USB 2.0 ports  
LAN port  
Support USB peripherals  
The LAN port lets you connect to a LAN via an RJ45  
connection  
Parallel port  
The parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer  
Standard hardware  
Memory  
The system may come with 256 MB up to a maximum of  
1024 MB of RAM  
Display options  
15.0-inch XGA (measured diagonally) active matrix Thin  
Film Transistor (TFT) color LCD displays up to 16 million  
colors at 640 x 480 expansion image, 800 x 600 expansion  
image; 1024 x 768; 1280 x 1024 virtual display, 1600 x  
1200 virtual display  
15.0-inch SXGA+ (measured diagonally) active matrix  
Thin Film Transistor (TFT) color LCD displays up to  
16 million colors at 640 x 480 expansion image, 800 x 600  
expansion image, 1024 x 768 expansion image,  
1280 x 1024 expansion image; 1400 x 1050; 1600 x 1200  
virtual display  
 
   
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Communication  
Integrated V.92 56K* modem  
For more detailed information regarding your system’s  
V.92 56K modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at  
toshiba.com.  
*Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53 kbps are the maximum  
permissible rates during downloads. Actual data transmission  
speeds will vary depending on on-line conditions.  
Networking  
Keyboard  
Integrated Intel 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet LAN adapter  
with RJ45 port  
Enhanced 85-key keyboard includes embedded numeric  
and cursor control overlays, dedicated cursor control keys,  
and Windows® special keys  
Pointing device  
PC Card slot  
TouchPad provides the function of a mouse or other  
pointing device  
One PC Card slot lets you install one Type II PC Card  
Minimum slot thickness: 5 mm  
SD card slot  
The SD card slot holds an SD card  
Sound controller  
Software Sound, 16-bit stereo; built-in stereo speakers; full  
duplex sound, DirectSound®, Direct3D®Sound,  
DirectMusic®  
Optional accessories and devices  
This section lists factory-installed options that are only available at the time  
of order.  
Wireless  
communication  
The computer may come with an optional integrated Wi-Fi  
(802.11b or 802.11a/b) wireless LAN mini PCI  
communication module providing wireless LAN  
functions.  
To install the Wi-Fi option at a later time, contact your Toshiba Authorized  
Service Provider.  
3.5-inch diskette drive External USB drive accommodates 1.44 MB, high-density  
module  
(2HDD) diskettes  
Additional  
batteries  
Use as spare or replacement packs to extend the time you  
can operate the computer away from a live electrical outlet  
Cable  
PORT-Noteworthy® Computer Lock cable to deter  
computer theft  
 
   
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DVD-ROM drive  
24x CD-ROM, 8x DVD-ROM  
Compatibility: CD-ROM, CD-R (read only), CD-RW  
(read only), DVD-ROM, DVD-R (read only)  
DVD-ROM/  
CD-RW drive  
24x CD-ROM, 24x CD-R, 10x CD-RW, 8x DVD-ROM  
Compatibility: CD-ROM, CD-R (read/write), CD-RW  
(read/rewrite), DVD-ROM, DVD-R (read only), DVD-RW  
(read only), DVD-RAM (read only)  
DVD-R/RW drive  
16x CD-R, 10x CD-RW, 1x DVD-R, 1x DVD-RW  
Compatibility: CD-R (read/write), CD-RW (read/rewrite),  
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-R (read/write), DVD-RW  
(read/write), DVD-RAM (read only)  
DVD Multi drive  
(when available)  
16x CD-R, 10x CD-RW, 2x DVD-R, 2x DVD-RAM,  
1x DVD-RW  
Compatibility: CD-R (read/write), CD-RW (read/rewrite),  
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-R (read/write), DVD-RW  
(read/write), DVD-RAM (read only)  
Hard disk drive  
2.5-inch drive provides non-volatile storage for  
30 GB, 40 GB, 60 GB or 80 GB (GB means 1 billion  
bytes)  
Physical dimensions  
This section lists the computer’s specifications  
Weight  
Size  
7.9 pounds  
width x depth x height  
13.4 inches x 11.6 inches x 1.9 inches  
Environmental conditions  
Operating  
Non-operating  
Temperature  
5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F)  
-20° to 65° C (-4° to 149° F)  
Relative humidity  
20% to 80% non-condensing 10% to 95% non-condensing  
Altitude  
(relative to sea level)  
-60 to 3,000 m  
(-197 ft. to 9,842 ft.)  
10G  
-60 to 10,000 m  
(-197 ft. to 32,808 ft.)  
Shock  
60G  
1G  
Vibration  
0.50G  
 
   
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Regulatory information  
Model: Satellite ® A20/A25 Series  
ReWritable CD/DVD Drives  
The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or  
DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies  
available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up  
and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals  
enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and  
you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA  
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND  
SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE  
PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU  
AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS  
SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS  
OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR  
REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR  
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF  
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.  
Protection of Stored Data  
For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the  
data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against  
possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS  
ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR  
MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER  
STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED,  
TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS  
OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING  
THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR  
DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA  
HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED.  
TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO  
COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.  
Critical Applications  
The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical  
applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical  
applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial  
transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where  
product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic  
property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES  
AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY  
ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN  
ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER  
 
 
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PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT  
TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.  
FCC Notice  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits  
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference  
in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause  
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,  
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to  
this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not  
recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV  
reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and  
the computer's or expansion unit’s serial port, parallel port, monitor port,  
USB port, PS/2® port, i.LINK® port and microphone jack. Changes or  
modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or  
parties authorized by Toshiba could void the users authority to operate the  
equipment.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful interference.  
This device must accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Contact:  
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.  
9740 Irvine Blvd.  
Irvine, CA 92618-1697  
(949) 583-3000  
 
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Industry Canada Requirement  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003  
du Canada.  
FCC Requirements  
The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers  
to internal modems.  
Installation  
When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone  
company and give them the following information:  
The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the  
modem.  
The FCC registration number of the modem.  
The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.6B.  
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack  
called the USOC RJ11C.  
Type of Service  
Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines.  
Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office  
implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is  
subject to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line,  
such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone  
company will provide this information upon request.  
Telephone Company Procedures  
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it  
can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make  
changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes  
might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone  
company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes  
necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.  
If Problems Arise  
If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should  
immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to  
the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they  
may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you  
in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will  
be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given  
the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a  
complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your  
modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba  
 
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America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of  
Toshiba.  
Disconnection  
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its  
present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this  
change.  
Fax Branding  
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use  
a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone  
fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or  
bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the  
date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or  
individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending  
machine or such business, other entity or individual.  
In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should  
complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message.  
Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment  
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NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.  
This certification means that the equipment meets certain  
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety  
requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment  
Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not  
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.  
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is  
permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local  
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed  
using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be  
aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent  
degradation of service in some situations.  
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a  
representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations  
made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may  
give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to  
disconnect the equipment.  
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground  
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic  
water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution  
may be particularly important in rural areas.  
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections  
themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection  
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.  
 
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2
The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s  
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar  
to the following:  
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found  
on the label affixed to your computer.  
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each  
terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of  
terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The  
termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices  
subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence  
Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.  
3
The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this  
equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.  
Wireless Interoperability  
The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be  
interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct  
Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:  
The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B), as  
defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics  
Engineers.  
The Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification as defined by the WECA  
Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.  
Caution  
Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio  
frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use  
Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may  
occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even  
lose your network connection.  
If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one  
of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN.  
europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or  
information.  
Caution  
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to  
5.85 GHz frequency range.  
Wireless LAN and your Health  
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency  
electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN  
 
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devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted  
by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.  
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in  
radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA  
believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and  
recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and  
result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who  
continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.  
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be  
restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of  
the organization. These situations may for example include:  
Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or  
In any other environment where the risk of interference to other  
devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.  
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices  
in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are  
encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to  
turning on the equipment.  
Regulatory Information  
The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in  
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the  
user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with  
the following radio frequency and safety standards.  
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)  
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.  
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located  
or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada  
limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from  
co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this  
device.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may  
not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.  
L ‘utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions  
suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’ utilisateur du  
dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu,  
même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement  
du dispositif.  
The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that  
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.  
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended  
to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum  
 
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shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is  
subject to licensing.  
Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant  
l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin  
des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel  
(ou son antenne d'emission) est installe a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet  
d'une licence.  
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity  
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE  
Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:  
EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment  
ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment  
ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.  
België/  
Belgique:  
For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462  
MHz) is allowed.  
For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over  
less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is  
required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage  
outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. An  
IBPT/BIPT license is required for public usage outside building.  
For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.  
Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 (2457 MHz) en 11  
(2462 MHz). Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke  
groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/  
IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel  
registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig. Voor publiek gebruik buiten  
gebouwen is licentie van BIPT/IBPT verplicht. Voor registratie of  
licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.  
Lutilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 10 (2457 MHz)  
et 11 (2462 MHz). Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, a  
l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, audessus d’un espace public, aucun  
enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de  
300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement  
auprés de I’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à  
I’extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de I’IBPT est requise. Pour  
les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.  
Deutschland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for  
procedure to follow.  
Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigung-  
spflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.  
 
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France:  
Restricted frequency band: only channels 10 and 11 (2457 MHz  
and 2462 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License  
required for every installation, indoor and outdoor installations.  
Please contact ART for procedure to follow.  
Bande de fréquence restreinte : seuls les canaux 10 à 11 (2457 et  
2462 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France. Toute  
utilisation, qu’elle soit intérieure ou extérieure, est soumise à  
autorisation. Vous pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des  
à suivre.  
Italia:  
License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations  
not allowed.  
E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno.  
Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L’uso per  
installazione in esterni non e’ permessa.  
Nederland:  
License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for pro-  
cedure to follow.  
Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact  
op met verkoper voor juiste procedure.  
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices  
in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful interference.  
This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused  
by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA  
Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of  
connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.  
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification,  
substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.  
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation  
The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two  
types of antennas. The both of antenna types, when installed are located at  
the upper edge of the LCD screen.  
For both antennas, the radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless  
LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.  
 
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Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in  
such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation  
is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright  
position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less  
than 20cm. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located  
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.  
Antenna(s) used in 5.15-5.25GHz frequency band must be integral antenna  
which provide no access to the end user.  
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that  
comes with those products for additional information.  
Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements  
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to  
5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors  
for frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful  
interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.  
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz  
and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference  
with and/or damage this device.  
Taiwan  
Article 14  
Article 17  
Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio  
frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall  
not change the frequency, increase the power or change the  
features and functions of the original design.  
Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall  
not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal  
communications. In event that any interference is found, the use  
of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and  
reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference  
occurs after improvement.  
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio  
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and  
regulations.  
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against  
interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and  
medical radio emission electric machinery.  
Using this equipment in Japan  
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400-2,483.5 MHz for second  
generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment  
overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station  
and specified low-power radio station).  
 
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1. Sticker  
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.  
2. Indication  
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.  
1
2
3
4
2.4 this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.  
DS. This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.  
The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.  
This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to  
2,483.5 MHz.  
It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.  
3. TOSHIBA Direct PC  
Monday – Friday:  
Toll Free Tel:  
Direct Dial:  
Fax:  
10:00 – 17:00  
0120-13-1100  
03-3457-5916  
03-5444-9450  
Device Authorization  
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and  
the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the  
device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system  
radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications  
Business Law of Japan.  
The Name of the radio equipment: MPC13A-20/R  
JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS  
EQUIPMENT  
Approval Number: D01-1128JP  
 
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TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018,  
03GZDA0017  
The following restrictions apply:  
Do not disassemble or modify the device.  
Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.  
Interference Statement  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits  
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference  
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation.  
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,  
the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of  
the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by  
unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba  
Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of  
connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.  
The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification,  
substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.  
The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your  
computer.  
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI  
Wireless network adapter  
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions  
in the following table.  
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.  
 
 
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This device works on passive scan only.  
A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.  
802.11b (2.4GHz)  
Australia  
Canada  
Austria  
Denmark  
Germany  
Italy  
Belgium  
Finland  
France  
Greece  
Ireland  
Liechtenstein  
New Zealand  
Sweden  
Luxembourg  
Norway  
Netherlands  
Portugal  
UK  
Switzerland  
USA  
802.11a (5GHz)  
Australia  
Canada  
Austria  
Denmark  
Germany  
Italy  
Belgium  
Finland  
France  
Greece  
Ireland  
Liechtenstein  
New Zealand  
Sweden  
Luxembourg  
Norway  
Netherlands  
Portugal  
UK  
Switzerland  
USA  
Turbo Mode (5GHz)  
Canada  
USA  
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless LAN 2100  
3B Mini PCI Adapter  
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions  
in the following table.  
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.  
Argentina  
Belgium  
Chile  
Australia  
Brazil  
Austria  
Canada  
Finland  
Greece  
Denmark  
Germany  
France  
 
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Iceland  
Ireland  
Italy  
Japan  
Liechtenstein  
Netherlands  
Peru  
Luxembourg  
New Zealand  
Portugal  
Mexico  
Norway  
Singapore  
Switzerland  
USA  
Spain  
Sweden  
UK  
Uruguay  
Venezuela  
Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN  
Card  
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions  
in the following table.  
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.  
Australia  
Canada  
Austria  
Belgium  
Finland  
Denmark  
Germany  
Iceland  
France  
Greece  
Hong Kong  
Italy  
Ireland  
Japan  
Liechtenstein  
Netherlands  
Philippines  
Spain  
Luxembourg  
New Zealand  
Portugal  
Sweden  
UK  
Malaysia  
Norway  
Singapore  
Switzerland  
USA  
Thailand  
Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability  
Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with  
any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency  
Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:  
Bluetooth Specification Ver.1.1, as defined and approved by The  
Bluetooth Special Interest Group.  
Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by  
The Bluetooth Special interest Group.  
 
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Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and TOSHIBA has not  
confirmed compatibility of its Bluetoothproducts with all PCs and/or equipment  
using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers.  
Always use Bluetoothcards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless  
networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable  
computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support  
more information.  
When you use Bluetoothcards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless  
LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If  
you detect certain interference while you use Bluetoothcards from  
TOSHIBA, always change the frequency, move your PC to the area outside of  
the interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/43.74  
yards or more) or stop transmitting from your PC. Please contact TOSHIBA  
the United States for more information.  
Bluetooth™and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may  
interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth™and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously,  
you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your  
network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either  
one of your Bluetooth™or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on web  
Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health  
The products with Bluetooth wireless technology, like other radio devices,  
emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted  
by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less  
than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for  
example mobile phones.  
Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the  
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations,  
TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by  
consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of  
the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and  
committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive  
research literature.  
In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless  
technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or  
responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for  
example include:  
Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board of  
airplanes, or  
 
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In any other environment where the risk of interference to other  
devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.  
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices  
in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are  
encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth  
wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment.  
Regulatory statements  
This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any  
country/ region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies  
with the following:  
Canada-Industry Canada (IC)  
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may  
not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.”  
L ‘ utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions  
suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’ utilisateur du  
dispositif doit étre prét à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu,  
même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement  
du dispositif.  
The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that  
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.  
Caution: FCC Interference Statement  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
This device must accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly  
approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this  
equipment.  
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation  
The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far  
below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the  
Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the  
potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.  
In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure  
guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth™ Card from  
TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to  
antenna which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm.  
 
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Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that  
comes with those products for additional information.  
The Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio  
frequency exposure limits.  
Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA in  
such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.  
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by  
TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user’s authority to operate  
the equipment.  
Taiwan  
Article 14  
Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio  
frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall  
not change the frequency, increase the power or change the  
features and functions of the original design.  
Article 17  
Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall  
not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal  
communications. In event that any interference is found, the use  
of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and  
reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference  
occurs after improvement.  
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio  
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and  
regulations.  
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against  
interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and  
medical radio emission electric machinery.  
Using this equipment in Japan  
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400-2,483.5 MHz for second  
generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment  
overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station  
and specified low-power radio station).  
 
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1. Sticker  
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.  
2. Indication  
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.  
2 . 4 FH1  
1
2
3
4
2.4: this equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.  
FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation.  
The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m.  
This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to  
2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object  
identification systems.  
3. TOSHIBA Direct PC  
Monday – Friday:  
Toll Free Tel:  
Direct Dial:  
10:00 – 17:00  
0120-13-1100  
03-3457-5916  
03-5444-9450  
Fax:  
Device Authorization  
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and  
it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data  
communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan.  
The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS  
TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER  
Approval Number: 01NYDA1305  
The following restrictions apply:  
Do not disassemble or modify the device.  
 
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Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.  
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Multi-function Drive Safety Instructions  
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and multi-function drives employ a laser system. To  
ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual  
carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require  
maintenance, contact an authorized service location.  
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than  
those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the  
enclosure.  
Location of the required label  
(Sample shown below. (Location of the label and manufacturing  
information may vary.)  
This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To  
use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future  
reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED  
service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in the  
owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
Copyright  
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.  
with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be  
reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No  
patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the  
information contained herein.  
©2003 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.  
 
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Export Administration Regulation  
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the  
U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the  
approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export,  
directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration  
Regulations is prohibited.  
Notice  
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any  
product specifications, is subject to change without notice.  
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA  
INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO  
WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER  
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY  
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY  
OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO  
ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY  
FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY  
FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR  
OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES  
BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT  
SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,  
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES,  
WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE,  
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR  
ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE  
THEREOF.  
Trademarks  
Satellite, Noteworthy and InTouch are registered trademarks of Toshiba  
America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.  
Microsoft, Direct3D, DirectSound, DirectMusic and Windows are  
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  
Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance.  
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Toshiba  
under license. TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc. Intel and Pentium  
are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. PS/2 is a registered  
trademark of IBM, Inc. i.LINK is a registered trademark of Sony  
Corporation. OpenGL is a registered trademark of Silicon Graphics, Inc.  
BatteryMark is a trademark of Ziff Davis Publishing Holdings Inc.  
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks  
of their respective companies.  
 
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Computer Disposal Information  
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated  
due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling  
information, please contact your local government or the Electronic  
Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.  
 
Index  
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Index  
A
AC adapter 5  
AC power light 5  
adding memory 7  
alarms low battery 20  
avoiding injury 4  
DC-IN 6  
screen is blank 25  
eject button 17  
removing a disc 18  
B
battery  
alarms 20  
changing 20  
installing 20  
light 20  
monitoring power 20  
removing 20  
built-in features 28  
buttons  
ergonomics  
CD/DVD controls 17  
control 16  
DVD-ROM drive  
eject 17  
multi-function drive  
program has performed an illegal  
eject 17  
C
F
card  
SD 14  
backing up 15  
CD/DVD control buttons 17  
CD/DVDs  
inserting 17, 18  
removing 18  
CDs  
inserting 18  
changing  
help  
main battery 20  
comfort  
I
icons  
chair 5  
safety 3  
inserting  
CDs and DVDs 18  
PC Card 13  
SD card 15  
installing  
compact discs  
inserting 18  
computer  
moving 19  
placement 4  
setting up 7  
computing tips 15  
main battery 20  
memory module 7  
 
 
Index  
interference statement 44  
internal drives 32  
printer  
connecting 6  
problem solving  
K
keyboard  
contacting Toshiba 27  
unexpected characters 25  
L
lights  
AC power 5  
battery 20  
25  
M
processor, specifications 28  
main battery  
changing 20  
removing 20  
memory  
accessing slots 8  
adding 7  
disc with computer off 19  
disc with computer on 18  
removing 11  
memory module  
removing 12  
Microsoft Windows XP 3  
moving the computer 19  
multi-function drive  
eject button 17  
inserting a disc 17  
removing a disc 18  
S
safety  
O
operating system 3  
optional devices 32  
inserting 15  
using 14  
environmental 33  
physical dimensions 32, 33  
ports 31  
power 29  
processor 28  
standard hardware 31  
storage capacity 30  
standard hardware, specifications 31  
storage capacity, specifications 30  
P
PC Card  
checklist 26  
computer stops working 26  
inserting 13  
problem solving 26  
removing 14  
replacing 14  
port  
specifications 31  
power  
cable 6  
cable connectors 28  
computer will not start 25  
monitoring 20  
specifications 29  
power devices 32  
precautions 5  
 
Index  
56  
T
tips on computing 15  
Toshiba Accessories Information 4  
Toshiba Web sites 27  
TouchPad  
using 16  
TOSHIBA  
C1819-3  
 

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