Toshiba Online Users Guide for Tecra A8
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PMAD00084010 05/06 Tecra® A8 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 205 in this guide.
PMAD00084010 05/06 Tecra® A8 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes Wrong" on page 205 in this guide.
Toshiba Online Users Guide for Tecra A8
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...disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of California to cause birth defects or other damage. Model: Tecra® A8 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may lose data or suffer other reproductive harm...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. As with any new technology, you ...
...disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of California to cause birth defects or other damage. Model: Tecra® A8 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may lose data or suffer other reproductive harm...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. As with any new technology, you ...
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..., Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are owned by Toshiba is under license. Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. All other countries. Disposal of Toshiba Corporation....Disposal Information This product contains mercury. and any use of the Wi-Fi Alliance. 25 Trademarks Tecra is a registered trademark of Synaptics, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are those of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other brand ...
..., Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are owned by Toshiba is under license. Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. All other countries. Disposal of Toshiba Corporation....Disposal Information This product contains mercury. and any use of the Wi-Fi Alliance. 25 Trademarks Tecra is a registered trademark of Synaptics, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are those of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other brand ...
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... within the home. However, succeeding computers and manuals are accurate for the TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer at the time of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for personal use or use of this manual cannot be... of Ulead Systems, Inc. Intel, Intel SpeedStep, Intel Core and Centrino are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. i.LINK is assumed, with copyright laws in this manual. Under the copyright laws, this manual's production. TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual Second...
... within the home. However, succeeding computers and manuals are accurate for the TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer at the time of the information contained herein. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for personal use or use of this manual cannot be... of Ulead Systems, Inc. Intel, Intel SpeedStep, Intel Core and Centrino are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. i.LINK is assumed, with copyright laws in this manual. Under the copyright laws, this manual's production. TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual Second...
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...9632; Industrial Environments (e.g. User's Manual iii CE compliance This product is carrying the CE-Mark in case of TOSHIBA. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are designed to be observed ..., commercial and light industry environments". However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that the system (PC plus options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA's web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet. Responsible for the...
...9632; Industrial Environments (e.g. User's Manual iii CE compliance This product is carrying the CE-Mark in case of TOSHIBA. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are designed to be observed ..., commercial and light industry environments". However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that the system (PC plus options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA's web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet. Responsible for the...
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...software setup are required for more details. It has been tested to and found to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments before use . In the event...does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. User's Manual iv Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be : ■ Interference with other devices or machines in the first...
...software setup are required for more details. It has been tested to and found to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments before use . In the event...does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. User's Manual iv Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be : ■ Interference with other devices or machines in the first...
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... is only for EU-member states: The use of the symbol indicates that specific function on specific national networks can be treated as household waste. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that this...
... is only for EU-member states: The use of the symbol indicates that specific function on specific national networks can be treated as household waste. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that this...
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User's Manual vi To ensure proper use of this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Optical disc drive safety instructions TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Be sure to open the enclosure. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments ...
User's Manual vi To ensure proper use of this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Optical disc drive safety instructions TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Be sure to open the enclosure. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments ...
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.... ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. User's Manual vii TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ-841 ■ The DVD Super Multi drive with Double Layer Recording model employs a laser...
.... ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. User's Manual vii TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ-841 ■ The DVD Super Multi drive with Double Layer Recording model employs a laser...
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User's Manual viii To ensure proper use 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. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 TEAC CD-ROM CD-224E ■ The CD-ROM drive employs a laser system.
User's Manual viii To ensure proper use 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. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 TEAC CD-ROM CD-224E ■ The CD-ROM drive employs a laser system.
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User's Manual ix To ensure proper use 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. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 DVD-ROM DV-28E ■ DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system.
User's Manual ix To ensure proper use 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. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 DVD-ROM DV-28E ■ DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system.
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... be sure to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to portable computing, first read over the Special features section of the TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to read HW Setup. If you...computers and carefully read Chapter 8, Optional Devices. Be sure to look over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to set up your TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the following. User's Manual xii Preface Congratulations on ...
... be sure to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to portable computing, first read over the Special features section of the TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to read HW Setup. If you...computers and carefully read Chapter 8, Optional Devices. Be sure to look over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to set up your TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the following. User's Manual xii Preface Congratulations on ...
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... of action if the computer doesn't seem to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as the handling of CD/ DVD. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures. Chapter 4, Operating Basics, describes the...
... of action if the computer doesn't seem to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as the handling of CD/ DVD. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures. Chapter 4, Operating Basics, describes the...
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... are to type in is defined in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your attention. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use of equipment or failure to follow instructions. We identify such operations by the...
... are to type in is defined in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your attention. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use of equipment or failure to follow instructions. We identify such operations by the...
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... to transport the AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before using the computer. Excessive pressure or impact can become hot with the computer. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with prolonged use . Computer operation is not impaired but it . ■ Do not lay the...
... to transport the AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before using the computer. Excessive pressure or impact can become hot with the computer. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with prolonged use . Computer operation is not impaired but it . ■ Do not lay the...
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... Power-Up Modes Power conditions 6-1 Power indicators 6-2 Battery types 6-3 Care and use of the battery pack 6-5 Replacing the battery pack 6-10 TOSHIBA Password Utility 6-12 Power-up modes 6-15 Panel power on DVD Super Multi drive 4-8 Media care 4-15 Sound system 4-17 Modem 4-19 ... 4-28 Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection 4-29 Heat dispersal 4-31 Chapter 5 The Keyboard Typewriter keys 5-1 Function keys: F1 ... TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using the USB floppy disk drive 4-2 Using optical disk drive 4-3 Writing CDs on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW...
... Power-Up Modes Power conditions 6-1 Power indicators 6-2 Battery types 6-3 Care and use of the battery pack 6-5 Replacing the battery pack 6-10 TOSHIBA Password Utility 6-12 Power-up modes 6-15 Panel power on DVD Super Multi drive 4-8 Media care 4-15 Sound system 4-17 Modem 4-19 ... 4-28 Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection 4-29 Heat dispersal 4-31 Chapter 5 The Keyboard Typewriter keys 5-1 Function keys: F1 ... TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using the USB floppy disk drive 4-2 Using optical disk drive 4-3 Writing CDs on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW...
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TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 USB floppy disk drive 8-10 External monitor 8-10 TV 8-11 i.LINK (IEEE1394 8-12 Advanced Port Replicator III Plus 8-14 Serial port 8-15 Security lock 8-16 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 9-1 Hardware and system checklist 9-3 TOSHIBA support 9-22 Chapter 10 Legal ...Controller and Modes Appendix C Wireless LAN Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix F TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer Appendix G If your computer is stolen Glossary Index User's Manual xix
TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 USB floppy disk drive 8-10 External monitor 8-10 TV 8-11 i.LINK (IEEE1394 8-12 Advanced Port Replicator III Plus 8-14 Serial port 8-15 Security lock 8-16 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 9-1 Hardware and system checklist 9-3 TOSHIBA support 9-22 Chapter 10 Legal ...Controller and Modes Appendix C Wireless LAN Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix F TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer Appendix G If your computer is stolen Glossary Index User's Manual xix
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... and accessories. Save the box and packing materials for future use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items: ■ TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer ■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug) ■ USB...
... and accessories. Save the box and packing materials for future use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items: ■ TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer ■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug) ■ USB...
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... ■ Ulead DVD MovieFactory® ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities ■ TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection ■ Windows Mobility Center ■ Online manual Documentation and Backup Media ■ TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual ■ TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Quickstart ■ Instruction Manual...
... ■ Ulead DVD MovieFactory® ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities ■ TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection ■ Windows Mobility Center ■ Online manual Documentation and Backup Media ■ TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual ■ TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Quickstart ■ Instruction Manual...