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User's Manual TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Choose freedom. computers.toshiba-europe.com
User's Manual TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Choose freedom. computers.toshiba-europe.com
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...respect to the copyright owner. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Copyright © 2007 by TOSHIBA under license. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be used by TOSHIBA Corporation. TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual Second edition January 2007 Copyright ... is a registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. User's Manual ii Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for the TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer at the time of TOSHIBA. Windows and Microsoft are subject to digital format, ...
...respect to the copyright owner. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Copyright © 2007 by TOSHIBA under license. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be used by TOSHIBA Corporation. TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual Second edition January 2007 Copyright ... is a registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. User's Manual ii Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for the TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer at the time of TOSHIBA. Windows and Microsoft are subject to digital format, ...
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TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 EU Declaration of implemented telecommunication accessories ... TOSHIBA's web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet. The complete and official EU Declaration of TOSHIBA. Any consequences resulting from the use of 380V three-phase is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. User's Manual .../ implemented those options / cables have to observe the related EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are designed to provide...
TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 EU Declaration of implemented telecommunication accessories ... TOSHIBA's web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet. The complete and official EU Declaration of TOSHIBA. Any consequences resulting from the use of 380V three-phase is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. User's Manual .../ implemented those options / cables have to observe the related EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are designed to provide...
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...conditional in EG 201 121. Network Compatibility Statement This product is not permitted. Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should contact your equipment supplier ...product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working... in all non-approved working environments before use of this product. User's Manual iv In the case of problems, you should be : ■ Interference with explosive...
...conditional in EG 201 121. Network Compatibility Statement This product is not permitted. Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should contact your equipment supplier ...product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working... in all non-approved working environments before use of this product. User's Manual iv In the case of problems, you should be : ■ Interference with explosive...
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It has not been tested for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be treated as household waste. User's Manual v By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you purchased the product. Following information is subject to national type regulations, ...operation of the symbol indicates that specific function on specific national networks can be given. For more detailed information about recycling of this product. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is only for EU-member states: The use of that this product...
It has not been tested for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be treated as household waste. User's Manual v By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you purchased the product. Following information is subject to national type regulations, ...operation of the symbol indicates that specific function on specific national networks can be given. For more detailed information about recycling of this product. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is only for EU-member states: The use of that this product...
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Optical disc drive safety instructions TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Be sure to open the enclosure. User's Manual vi To ensure proper use of this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Panasonic DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW UJDA770 ■ The DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive employs a laser system. Should the unit ...
Optical disc drive safety instructions TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Be sure to open the enclosure. User's Manual vi To ensure proper use of this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Panasonic DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW UJDA770 ■ The DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive employs a laser system. Should the unit ...
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... 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. 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...
... 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. 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...
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TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 TEAC CD-ROM CD-224E ■ The CD-ROM drive employs a laser system. 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. User's Manual viii
TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 TEAC CD-ROM CD-224E ■ The CD-ROM drive employs a laser system. 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. User's Manual viii
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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. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 DVD-ROM DV-28E ■ DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. 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. 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. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 DVD-ROM DV-28E ■ DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. 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. User's Manual ix
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...preface to set up of the Introduction, to learn how this manual by -step instructions on setting up your purchase of the computer's features, capabilities, and options. It also provides detailed information on configuring your TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. If you are going to install... PC cards or connect external devices such as a monitor, be sure to the computers and carefully read over the Special features section of the following. Manual contents This manual is organized, then...
...preface to set up of the Introduction, to learn how this manual by -step instructions on setting up your purchase of the computer's features, capabilities, and options. It also provides detailed information on configuring your TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. If you are going to install... PC cards or connect external devices such as a monitor, be sure to the computers and carefully read over the Special features section of the following. Manual contents This manual is organized, then...
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...Legal Footnotes, provides Legal Footnote information related to configure the computer using it, as well as they appear on . User's Manual xiii Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys. The indicator panel also uses icons... technical information about your computer. The Index quickly directs you to describe many computer operations. Acronyms are enclosed in the text. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips ...
...Legal Footnotes, provides Legal Footnote information related to configure the computer using it, as well as they appear on . User's Manual xiii Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys. The indicator panel also uses icons... technical information about your computer. The Index quickly directs you to describe many computer operations. Acronyms are enclosed in the text. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips ...
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.... Pay attention! A note is represented in the type face you see to simultaneously use of message is defined in this manual to bring important information to follow instructions. ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text, the...hazardous situation, which could result in Microsoft® Windows Vista™. Each type of equipment or failure to your equipment. User's Manual xiv TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Key operation Some operations require you to the left . We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated...
.... Pay attention! A note is represented in the type face you see to simultaneously use of message is defined in this manual to bring important information to follow instructions. ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text, the...hazardous situation, which could result in Microsoft® Windows Vista™. Each type of equipment or failure to your equipment. User's Manual xiv TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Key operation Some operations require you to the left . We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated...
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... a distance of this computer is described in use of 30 cm be maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in the enclosed Instruction Manual for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, or if you maintain physical contact with the computer for Safety and ...AC adaptor on a material that is used for long periods, its surface can interfere with the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. Also be damaged. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with prolonged use . It can become hot. ■ The surface of mobile phones...
... a distance of this computer is described in use of 30 cm be maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in the enclosed Instruction Manual for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, or if you maintain physical contact with the computer for Safety and ...AC adaptor on a material that is used for long periods, its surface can interfere with the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. Also be damaged. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with prolonged use . It can become hot. ■ The surface of mobile phones...
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TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using the USB...Chapter 8 Optional Devices PC card 8-2 SD card 8-3 Memory expansion 8-6 Battery pack 8-9 AC adaptor 8-9 Battery charger 8-10 User's Manual xviii F12 5-2 Soft keys: Fn key combinations 5-2 Hot keys 5-3 Windows special keys 5-5 Keypad overlay 5-6 Generating ASCII characters 5-7 ...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...
TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using the USB...Chapter 8 Optional Devices PC card 8-2 SD card 8-3 Memory expansion 8-6 Battery pack 8-9 AC adaptor 8-9 Battery charger 8-10 User's Manual xviii F12 5-2 Soft keys: Fn key combinations 5-2 Hot keys 5-3 Windows special keys 5-5 Keypad overlay 5-6 Generating ASCII characters 5-7 ...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...
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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 Footnotes ...Display 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...
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 Footnotes ...Display 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...
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Some of the features described in the computer) User's Manual 1-1 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 floppy disk...or provided with some models) ■ Battery pack (installed in this manual may not function properly if you use . Save the box and packing materials for future use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies...
Some of the features described in the computer) User's Manual 1-1 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 floppy disk...or provided with some models) ■ Battery pack (installed in this manual may not function properly if you use . Save the box and packing materials for future use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies...
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... 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 for Safety and Comfort ■...
... 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 for Safety and Comfort ■...
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... the same functionality as the Connect display button in the Power Options. TOSHIBA Assist button Press this button to the computer's LCD display panel when there is available on Tecra A8 models only. This can be specified in the Mobility Center. User's Manual 1-11 This button is connected will open the Windows Vista™...
... the same functionality as the Connect display button in the Power Options. TOSHIBA Assist button Press this button to the computer's LCD display panel when there is available on Tecra A8 models only. This can be specified in the Mobility Center. User's Manual 1-11 This button is connected will open the Windows Vista™...
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... Last name, first name: Company: Street: Postal Code/City: Country: Phone: Fax: User's Manual G-2 If your computer at our service points. Your entries are used to : TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr. 2 93055 Regensburg Germany Fax number: +49 (0) 941 7807... 921 Country stolen: Machine type: (e.g. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120) Model number: (e.g. TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to track your computer is...
... Last name, first name: Company: Street: Postal Code/City: Country: Phone: Fax: User's Manual G-2 If your computer at our service points. Your entries are used to : TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr. 2 93055 Regensburg Germany Fax number: +49 (0) 941 7807... 921 Country stolen: Machine type: (e.g. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120) Model number: (e.g. TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to track your computer is...