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computers.toshiba-europe.com User's Manual TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Choose freedom.
computers.toshiba-europe.com User's Manual TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Choose freedom.
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...Windows and Microsoft are trademarks or registered trademarks of this manual. TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual Second edition January 2007 Copyright authority for the TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer at the time of Intel...reviewed for damages incurred directly or indirectly from this manual's production. Photo CD is a violation of Microsoft Corporation. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for accuracy. Please comply with respect to civil damages or criminal action. Other trademarks and registered ...
...Windows and Microsoft are trademarks or registered trademarks of this manual. TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer User's Manual Second edition January 2007 Copyright authority for the TOSHIBA TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer at the time of Intel...reviewed for damages incurred directly or indirectly from this manual's production. Photo CD is a violation of Microsoft Corporation. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for accuracy. Please comply with respect to civil damages or criminal action. Other trademarks and registered ...
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... the related EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product in working environments that the system (PC plus options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 EU Declaration of Conformity This product is labelled...use of this case the persons who have connected / implemented those options / cables have to be found on TOSHIBA's web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet. Responsible for so-called "Residential, commercial and light industry environments". In this product...
... the related EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards. However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product in working environments that the system (PC plus options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 EU Declaration of Conformity This product is labelled...use of this case the persons who have connected / implemented those options / cables have to be found on TOSHIBA's web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet. Responsible for so-called "Residential, commercial and light industry environments". In this product...
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Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in the first instance. In the event of problems, you should be .... It has been tested to and found to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in environments with explosive atmospheres is compatible with the following networks. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments before use of this product. In the case of...
Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in the first instance. In the event of problems, you should be .... It has been tested to and found to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in environments with explosive atmospheres is compatible with the following networks. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments before use of this product. In the case of...
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... waste disposal service or the shop where you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be given. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is only for EU-member states: The use of the symbol indicates that specific function...
... waste disposal service or the shop where you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be given. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is only for EU-member states: The use of the symbol indicates that specific function...
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... check the international precautions at the end of this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. User's Manual vi Optical disc drive safety instructions TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Be sure to open the enclosure.
... check the international precautions at the end of this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. User's Manual vi Optical disc drive safety instructions TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Be sure to open the enclosure.
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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 ...
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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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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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. 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. User's Manual ix
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. 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. User's Manual ix
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... on setting up of the Introduction, to portable computing, first read HW Setup. It also provides detailed information on configuring your TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. Then read Chapter 8, Optional Devices. If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the...-performance computing. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is an overview of the TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. Be sure to look over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to read Getting Started for...
... on setting up of the Introduction, to portable computing, first read HW Setup. It also provides detailed information on configuring your TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. Then read Chapter 8, Optional Devices. If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the...-performance computing. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is an overview of the TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 computer. Be sure to look over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to read Getting Started for...
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... information on safety and designing your work area. Acronyms are also defined in the text. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key. User's Manual xiii TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on how to perform some diagnostic...
... information on safety and designing your work area. Acronyms are also defined in the text. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key. User's Manual xiii TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on how to perform some diagnostic...
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TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Key operation Some operations require you to your attention. If three keys are used in this document as clicking an icon or ...
TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Key operation Some operations require you to your attention. If three keys are used in this document as clicking an icon or ...
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This condition does not indicate a malfunction. Overheating of a PC card can become very warm. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the audio system. The material could be careful when you remove a PC card that ...
This condition does not indicate a malfunction. Overheating of a PC card can become very warm. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the audio system. The material could be careful when you remove a PC card that ...
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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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... box and packing materials for future use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you have all the following items: ■ TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer ■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or...
... box and packing materials for future use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you have all the following items: ■ TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120 Portable Personal Computer ■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or...
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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...
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...is no keyboard input for a specified time. This can be specified in the Mobility Center. This button is available on Tecra A8 models only. The TOSHIBA Presentation button has the same functionality as the Connect display button in the Power Options. Security Security lock slot Introduction Allows ..., System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options. Power is restored when the hard disk is pressed. This button is available on Tecra A8 models only. Hot keys Hot keys are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to a desk or other large object. HDD ...
...is no keyboard input for a specified time. This can be specified in the Mobility Center. This button is available on Tecra A8 models only. The TOSHIBA Presentation button has the same functionality as the Connect display button in the Power Options. Security Security lock slot Introduction Allows ..., System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options. Power is restored when the hard disk is pressed. This button is available on Tecra A8 models only. Hot keys Hot keys are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to a desk or other large object. HDD ...
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... Registration Send to track your computer is stolen To register the theft online, please follow these procedures: ■ Visit www.toshiba-europe.com on the Internet. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120) Model number: (e.g. PSA30 YXT) Serial number: (e.g. 12345678G) Date stolen: Year Month Day Owner's details Last name, first name: Company: Street: Postal Code...
... Registration Send to track your computer is stolen To register the theft online, please follow these procedures: ■ Visit www.toshiba-europe.com on the Internet. TECRA A8 / Satellite Pro A120) Model number: (e.g. PSA30 YXT) Serial number: (e.g. 12345678G) Date stolen: Year Month Day Owner's details Last name, first name: Company: Street: Postal Code...