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Sa tellite A50 TO S H I B A Sa tellite A50 P or table P er sonal Computer User’ s Manual.
ii User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual Copyright © 2004 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All ri ghts reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be repr oduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No pat ent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
User ’ s Manual iii User ’ s Manual FCC inf or ma tion Product Name : Satellite A 50 Model number : PSA50 FCC notice "Dec laration of Confor mity Inf or mation" This equipment has been tested and fo und to comply with th e limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
iv User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual Contact Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618-169 7 T elephone: (949) 583-3000 TOSHIBA declares, that the product: PSA50* conforms to the following S tandards: This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the rela te d European Directives.
User ’ s Manual v User ’ s Manual Network Compatibility Sta t ement This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the add iti onal requirements conditional in EG 201 121.
vi User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual Pur suant to FCC CFR 47, Par t 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the followin g information: ■.
User ’ s Manual vii User ’ s Manual F ax branding The T elephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unla wful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message .
viii User ’ s Manual User ’ s Manual 3. The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ1 1 C.
User ’ s Manual ix User ’ s Manual Notes for use of this de vice in New Zealand ■ The grant of a T elepermit for a device in no way indicates T elecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions.
x User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual ■ When used in the Auto Answer mode, the S0 register must be set with a value of 3 or 4. This ensures: ■ a person calling your modem will hear a sh ort burst of ringing before the modem answers. This conf irms that the call has be en successfully switched through the network.
User ’ s Manual xi User ’ s Manual The T elepermit label may also be sh own on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature, as require d in PTC 100.
xii User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual D VD Super Multi DV -W24E ■ The DVD Super Multi drive employ s a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read th is instruction man ual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever requ ire maintenance, contact an authorized se rvice location.
User ’ s Manual xiii User ’ s Manual TO S H I B A D VD-ROM SD-C2612 ■ The DVD-ROM drive employs a lase r system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read th is instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ev er require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
xiv User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual D VD-ROM&CD-R/RW SD-R2512 ■ The DVD-ROM&CD-R/R W drive empl oys a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit e ver require maintenance, contact an au thorized service location.
User ’ s Manual xv User ’ s Manual D VD-R/-RW SD-R6112, SD-R6332 ■ The DVD-R/-RW drive employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require mainte nance, contact an authorized service location.
xvi User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual HIT A CHI LG D VD-ROM&CD-R/RW GCC-4241N ■ The DVD-ROM&CD-R/R W drive empl oys a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference.
User ’ s Manual xvii User ’ s Manual Panasonic D VD-ROM&CD-R/RW UJD A750 ■ The DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive empl oys a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read this i nstruction manual carefully and retain for future reference.
xviii User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual D VD-R/-RW UJ-811BTJB-A ■ The DVD-R/-RW drive employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this product, please read this in struction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Shoul d the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
User ’ s Manual xix User ’ s Manual D VD Super Multi UJ-820 ■ The DVD Super Multi dr ive employs a laser system. T o ensure proper use of this pro duct, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future refere nce. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
xx User ’s Manual User ’ s Manual Inter na tional precautions CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT .” T o use this model properly , read the instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future refere nce.
User ’ s Manual xxi User ’ s Manual OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråini ng överstigande gränsen för laserkl ass 1. V AROITUS. Suojakote loa si saa avat a. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaaralli sta lasersäteilyä.
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Sa tellite A50 User ’ s Manual xxiii T a ble of Contents Preface Manual content s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxix Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
xxiv User ’s Manual T able of Contents Keyboard indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 USB floppy disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 1 Fixed optical med ia drives .
User ’ s Manual xxv T able of Contents Audio/V ideo controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Next and Previous buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Play/Pause and S top buttons .
xxvi User ’ s Manual T able of Contents Heat dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24 The Keyboard T ypewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User ’ s Manual xxvii T able of Contents HW Setup and Passwords HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
xxviii User’s Manual T able of Contents PC card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15 Pointing device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16 USB .
User ’ s Manual xxix Sa tellite A50 Pr eface Congratulations on your purchase of the Satellite A50 co mputer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability , including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provid e years of reliable, high-performance computing.
xxx User ’s Manual Preface Chapter 4, Operating Basics , includes instructions on using the following devices: T ouch Pad, USB floppy disk drive, optical media drives, Audio/ Video controls, Sound System, modem , wireless communication, LAN. It also provides tips on care of t he computer , floppy disks and CD/DVDs.
User ’ s Manual xxxi Preface K ey oper a tion Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign ( + ). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C .
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User ’ s Manual xxxiii Sa tellite A50 Gener al Pr ecautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho wever , certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer .
xxxiv User’s Manual General Precautions PC card ov erheating Some PC cards can become hot with prolonge d use. Overheating of a PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.
User ’ s Manual xxxv General Precautions RT C batter y The following message is Displayed on the LCD: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum i s inconsistent. Press [F1] key to set Date/Time. The battery for RTC is wearing. Set th e date and time in BIOS setup with the following steps: 1.
xxxvi User’s Manual General Precautions.
User ’ s Manual 1-1 Sa tellite A50 Cha pter 1 Intr oduction This chapter provides an equipment checkli st, and it identifies the computer ’s features, options and accessories. Equipment chec klist Carefully unpack your computer . Save the box and pa cki ng mat eri a l s for future use.
1-2 User ’s Manual Introduction Software Windows XP Home Edition, Professional ■ The following software is preinstalled: ■ Microsoft® Windows XP Home Edition, Professional ■ Modem driver ■ .
User ’ s Manual 1-3 Introduction Memory Power Slots ■ For Mobile Intel® Celeron® M processor The slot accepts a 256, 512 or 1,024 MB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots for a maximum of 1,024 MB system memory .
1-4 User ’s Manual Introduction Disks Hard disk drive Available in four sizes. ■ 30.0 billion bytes (27.94 GB) ■ 40.0 billion bytes (37.26 GB) ■ 60.0 billion bytes (55.88 GB) ■ 80.0 billion bytes (74.52 GB) USB floppy disk drive (Optional ) Accommodates either 3 1/2" 1.
User ’ s Manual 1-5 Introduction DVD-ROM drive Some models are equi pped with a full-size, DVD- ROM drive module that lets you run e ither 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CDs or 12cm(4.72") DVDs without using an ad aptor . It runs DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed.
1-6 User ’s Manual Introduction Display The computer ’s LCD panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability .
User ’ s Manual 1-7 Introduction Keyboard Pointing Device Ports Slots Multimedia Built-in 85 keys or 86 keys, compatible with IBM enhanced keyboard, embedded n umeric overlay , dedicated cursor cont rol, and keys. Refer to Chapter 5, The Ke yboard , for details.
1-8 User ’s Manual Introduction Communications Audio/V i deo control buttons Audio/Video control buttons let you use the computer's optical media drive. Y ou can also use the buttons to control the computer ’s DVD video player and Wi ndows Media player when the system is on.
User ’ s Manual 1-9 Introduction Security Software Wireless LAN Some computers in th is series are equipped with a Wireless LAN mini-PCI card that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S pread S p ectru m / Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing ra dio technology that complies with the IEEE 802.
1-10 User ’s Manual Introduction Special f eatures The following features are either un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the computer more conveni ent to use. TOSHIBA Utili ties A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to make your computer more convenient to use.
User ’ s Manual 1-1 1 Introduction Intelligent power supply A microprocessor in the computer ’s intelligent power supply detects the battery’s charge and calculates the remaining battery capacity . It also protects electronic components from abnormal conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC adaptor .
1-12 User ’s Manual Introduction Utilities This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or readme.txt files. Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting from your software.
User ’ s Manual 1-13 Introduction TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on the desktop or the application window .
1-14 User ’s Manual Introduction Options Y ou can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. Refer to Chapter8 Optional Devices , f or details.
User ’ s Manual 2-1 Sa te llite A50 Chap ter 2 T he Gr and T our This chapter identifies the vari ous compon ents of your computer . Become familiar with each component before you ope rate the computer . F ront with the display closed Figure 2-1 shows the computer ’s front with it s display panel in the closed position.
2-2 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Left side Figure 2-2 shows the computer ’s left side. *i.LINK is prov ided with some models. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer Cooling vents i.
User ’ s Manual 2-3 The Grand T our Right side Figure 2-3 show s th e co mp ut er ’s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors. A pin or similar object can damage the computer ’s circuitry .
2-4 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Backside Figure 2-4 shows the computer ’s back panel (It differs depending on the model). Figure 2-4-1 The backside of the co mputer Figure 2-4-2 The backside of the co mputer Fixed Optical media drive The computer is confi gured with a full-size o ptical media drive mod ule that lets you ru n either 12 cm (4.
User ’ s Manual 2-5 The Grand T our Parallel port This Centronics-compatible, 25-pin parallel port is used to connect a parallel printer or other parallel device. This port supports Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) standard. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.
2-6 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Under side Figure 2-5 shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the di splay is closed bef ore turning over your computer .
User ’ s Manual 2-7 The Grand T our F ront with the display open This section shows the front of the co mputer with the display open. Refer to the appropriate illustration fo r details. T o ope n the display , slide the d isplay latch on the front of the display and lift up.
2-8 User ’s Manual The Grand T our T ouch Pad A T ouch Pad lo ca ted in the center of the palm rest is used to control the on-screen pointer . Refer to the Using the T ouch Pad section in Chapter 4, Oper a ti n g Basi cs. Audio/Video control buttons* Previous button: Play s the previous tra ck/ chapter/data.
User ’ s Manual 2-9 The Grand T our System indicators Figure 2-7 System indicators DC IN 15V Power Battery Built-in HDD DC IN 15V The DC IN 15V indi cator glows green when DC power is supplied from the AC power adaptor . If the adaptor ’s output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunctions, this indicator flashe s orange.
2-10 User ’s Manual The Grand T our K eyboar d indica tors The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the Caps Lock indicator . When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cursor . When the F1 1 key ind icator glow s the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers.
User ’ s Manual 2-1 1 The Grand T our USB flopp y disk driv e A 3 1/2" floppy disk drive accommodates 1.44-megabyte or 720 -ki lobyte floppy disks. It connects to the USB port. Figure 2-10 USB floppy disk drive Disk-In-Use Indicator This indicator lights when the floppy disk is being accessed.
2-12 User ’s Manual The Grand T our Fixed optical media driv es One of the follo wing optical media drives i s installed in the computer: CD- ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW , DVD-R/-RW , DVD Super Multi drives. An A T API interface controll er is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation .
User ’ s Manual 2-13 The Grand T our D VDs ■ DVD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed. ■ DVD-RW discs can be recorded more than once. ■ DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than once. ■ DVD+R discs can be written only once.
2-14 User ’s Manual The Grand T our D VD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive The full-size DVD-ROM&CD -R/RW drive module lets you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.
User ’ s Manual 2-15 The Grand T our AC ada ptor The AC adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer . It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabli ng you to use the computer in al most any country/region.
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User ’ s Manual 3-1 Sa tellite A50 Cha pter 3 Getting Star ted This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer . It covers the follo wing topics: ■ Setting up your w.
3-2 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted General conditions In general, if you are comfortable, so is your compu ter , but re ad the following to make sure yo ur work site pro vides a proper environment. ■ Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation.
User ’ s Manual 3-3 Getting S tarted Seating and posture The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are prim ary factors in reducing work strain. Refer to the followin g tips and to figure 3-1.
3-4 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted W or k habits A key to avoiding discomfort or injury fr om repetitive strain is to vary your activities. If possible, sc hedule a variety of tasks into your workday . If you must spend long periods at the computer, finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency .
User ’ s Manual 3-5 Getting S tarted 4. Secure the battery p ack releace la tch(1). Check the battery lock was changed to the lock position. (t o the direction of the right) Figure 3-2 Securing the battery pack Connecting the AC ada ptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to cha rge the battery or you want to operate from AC power .
3-6 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Figure 3-3 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 2. Connect the AC adaptor ’s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the right of the comp uter . Figure 3-4 Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3.
User ’ s Manual 3-7 Getting S tarted Figure 3-5 Opening the display T ur ning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power . 1. If the external floppy d isk drive is c onnected, make sure it is empty . If a floppy disk is in the drive, press t he eje ct button and remove the floppy disk.
3-8 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted Wi n do w s X P s et u p When you first turn on the power , the computer ’s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Professional S tartup Screen Logo.
User ’ s Manual 3-9 Getting S tarted ■ Y ou can return to your previous working environment immediately whe n you turn on the computer . ■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System hibernate feature .
3-10 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted Standby mode If you have to inte rrupt your work, you can turn of f the power without exiti ng from your software. Data is maint ained in the computer ’s main memory . When you turn on the power again, you can continue workin g ri ght where you left of f.
User ’ s Manual 3-1 1 Getting S tarted Executing standby Y ou can enter standby mode in one of three ways: 1. Click Start , click T urn Off Computer and click Stand by . 2. Close the display panel. This featu re must be enabled. Refer to the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel.
3-12 User ’s Manual Getting S tarted R estoring the preinstalled software from the Pr oduct R ecov er y Media If preinstalled files are damaged, us e the Produ ct Recove ry Media to restore them. T o restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the steps below .
User ’ s Manual 4-1 Sa tellite A50 Cha pter 4 Oper a ting Basics This chapter gives information on basic operation s including using the T ouch Pad, the USB floppy disk drive, optical media drives, Au dio /video controls, Sound System, modem, the wireless communication and LAN.
4-2 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Using the USB flopp y disk drive A 3 1/2" floppy disk drive connects to the computer ’s USB port. It accommodates 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte floppy disks. Refer to Chapter 2, The Grand T our , for more information.
User ’ s Manual 4-3 Operating Basics Disconnecting 3 1/2" floppy disk driv e When you have finished using th e fl oppy disk drive, follow the procedures below to disconnect it: 1. W ai t fo r the indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy disk activity has stopped.
4-4 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Loading discs T o load CD/DVDs, fo llow the step s below and refer to figures 4-3 to 4-7. 1. a. When the power is on, press the DVD-ROM eject butto n to open the drawer slightly . Figure 4-3 Pressing the DVD-ROM eject button b.
User ’ s Manual 4-5 Operating Basics 3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer . Figure 4-6 Inserting a CD/DVD 4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD shou ld lie below the top of the spindle, flush with the spindle base.
4-6 User ’s Manual Operating Basics R emoving discs T o re mo ve the CD/DVD, follow the steps below and refer to figure 4-8. 1. T o pop the dr awer partially open, pr ess the eject butto n. Gently pull the drawer out until it is fully opened. 2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can hold it.
User ’ s Manual 4-7 Operating Basics Play/Pause and Stop buttons A single button on a rocker con trols the Play/Pause and St op fun c tions. Press on the icon to select the desired function. Writing CDs on D VD-RO M&CD-R/RW driv e Depending on the type of drive installe d, you may be able to write CDs.
4-8 User ’s Manual Operating Basics ■ CD-RW can generally be rewritten about 1,000 times. However , the actual number of rewrites is affect ed by the quality of the media and the way it is used. ■ Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you write or rewrite.
User ’ s Manual 4-9 Operating Basics Writing CD/D VDs on D VD-R/-RW driv e Y ou can use th e DV D-R/-RW driv e to wri t e data to either CD- R/ R W or DVD-R/-RW discs. The following applicatio ns for writing are supplied on CD-ROM:RecordNow!, licensed by Sonic Solutio ns.
4-10 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Disc laimer (D VD Super Multi driv e) TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following: ■ Damage to any CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-R W/+R/+R W/-RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.
User ’ s Manual 4-1 1 Operating Basics ■ If the disc is poor in quality , dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur . Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you use it. ■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW , DVD-RW , DVD+RW or DVD- RAM is affected by the qu ality of the disc and the way it is used.
4-12 User ’s Manual Operating Basics ■ Write from the computer's HDD to th e CD/DVD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device. ■ Writing with software other than RecordNow! is not recommended.
User ’ s Manual 4-13 Operating Basics ■ Y ou cannot back up DVD-ROM, DVD- Video or DVD-R/-RW or DVD+R/ +RW to CD-R/R W using the “Exa ct Cop y” function of RecordNow!.
4-14 User ’s Manual Operating Basics DLA for T OSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use DLA: ■ This software supports only re writable discs (DVD+R W , DVD-RW , and CD-RW). It does not support DVD+R, DVD-R, and CD-R discs that are not rewritable.
User ’ s Manual 4-15 Operating Basics W hen W inD VD Creator 2 Platinum is used: Y ou can record video back to yo ur digital camcorder via i.LINK (IEEE1394) using WinDVD Creator 2 Pl atinum. However , there is a case where its playback sound i s choppy .
4-16 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Floppy disks 1. S tore your floppy disks in the contai ner they came in to protect them and keep them clean. If a floppy disk is dirty , do not use cleaning fluid. Clean it with a soft damp cloth. 2. Do not slide back the floppy disk’s protective metal covering or touch the floppy disk’s magnetic surface.
User ’ s Manual 4-17 Operating Basics Audio controller The audio controller can be powered down when the audio function is idle . T o enable Aud io Power Management, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start , point to All Programs , point to Accessories , point to Entertainment and click V olume Control .
4-18 User ’s Manual Operating Basics 2. The Region Selection icon wil l appear in the Windows T ask Bar . Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports. A sub menu for telephony location information will also be displayed.
User ’ s Manual 4-19 Operating Basics Connecting T o connect the modem cabl e, follow the steps below . 1. Plug one end of the modular cable into the modem jack.
4-20 User ’s Manual Operating Basics W ir eless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence S pread S pectrum /Orthogonal Frequency Division Multip lexin g radio technology that compli es with IEEE802.1 1 Wirel ess LAN standard (Revision A, B or G) and T urbo Mode.
User ’ s Manual 4-21 Operating Basics W ireless communication indica tor The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless communication functions. If you used the T ask Bar to disable W- LAN, restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to re cognize W-LAN.
4-22 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Figure 4-10 Connecting the LAN cable 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector . Check with your LAN administrator befo re co nne cting to a hub. Disconnecting LAN cable T o disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps below .
User ’ s Manual 4-23 Operating Basics Mo ving the computer The computer is designed for rugged durability . However , a few simple precautions taken when moving the com puter will help en sure trou ble-free operation. ■ Make sure all disk activity has ended be fore moving the computer .
4-24 User ’s Manual Operating Basics Hea t disper sal T o protect from overheating, the CPU has an internal temperature sensor . If the computer ’s internal temperature rises to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered.
User ’ s Manual 5-1 Sa tellite A50 Cha pter 5 T he K eyboar d The computer ’s keyboard layouts ar e compatible with a 101/102 -key enhanced keyboard. By pressing some keys in combination, all the 101/ 102-key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer .
5-2 User ’s Manual The Keyboard F1 … F12 function k eys The function keys (not to be confused with Fn ) are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard. These keys function differently from other keys. F1 through F1 2 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed.
User ’ s Manual 5-3 The Keyboard Press Fn + F10 or Fn + F1 1 to access the integrated keypad. When activated, the keys wi th gray markings on the b ottom edge become numeric keyp ad keys ( Fn + F1 1 ) or cursor control keys ( Fn + F10 ). Refer to the Keypa d ov erl a y section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys.
5-4 User ’s Manual The Keyboard Instant security: Press Fn + F1 to blank the screen to prevent others from accessing your data. T o restore the screen a nd original settings, press any key or press the Dual Poi n ti ng De vi ce . If a screen s a ve r p assword is registered, a dialog box will appear .
User ’ s Manual 5-5 The Keyboard LCD Display Brigh tness: Pressing Fn + F6 decreases the display brightness in decrements. When you press the se hot keys, the current setting will be displayed for two seconds by an icon. Y ou can also change this setting through the Screen brightness item of the Basic Setup tab i n TOSHIBA Power Saver .
5-6 User ’s Manual The Keyboard TOSHIBA Zooming Utility(reduce): T o reduce the icon size on the desktop or the application window , press th e 1 key while holding down the Fn key . TOSHIBA Zooming Utility(enla rge): T o enl arge the icon size on the desktop or the application window , press th e 2 key while holding down the Fn key .
User ’ s Manual 5-7 The Keyboard Arrow mode T o turn on the Arrow mode, press Fn + F10 . The Arrow mode F10 indicator lights. Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in figure 5-2. Press Fn + F10 again to turn off the overlay . Numeric mode T o turn on th e Numeric mode, press Fn + F1 1 .
5-8 User ’s Manual The Keyboard T empor arily using o verlay (ov er lay of f) While using the normal keyboard, you can temporarily use the keyp ad overlay without turning it on: 1. Press and hold down Fn . 2. Check the keyboard indicators. Pressing Fn turns on the most recently used overlay .
User ’ s Manual 6-1 Sa tellite A50 Cha pter 6 P o wer and P ow er-Up Modes The computer ’s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and ch anging batteries, tips for saving battery power , and po wer up modes.
6-2 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes T able 6-1 Power conditions continu ed Power on Power off (no operatio n) AC adaptor not connected Battery charge is above low battery trigger point • O.
User ’ s Manual 6-3 Power and Power-Up Modes P ow er indica tor s As shown in the a bove table, the Battery , DC IN 15V and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to t he computer ’s operating capability and battery charge status. Batter y indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack.
6-4 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes P ow er indicator Check the Power indicator to determine th e powe r status: Batter y types The computer has two types of batteries: ■ Batte ry packs .
User ’ s Manual 6-5 Power and Power-Up Modes Batter y pack When the AC adaptor is not con nected, the computer ’s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack, also referred to in this manual as the main battery . Y ou can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source.
6-6 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes T o ensure that the batte ry pack maintains its maximum capacity , operate the computer on battery power at leas t once a month until the battery pack is fully discharged. Refer to Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures.
User ’ s Manual 6-7 Power and Power-Up Modes Danger 1. Never try to dispose of the batter y pack by burning or expose it to a heating device such as a microwave oven. The battery pack could explode and cause bodily injury . 2. Never try to disassemble, repair or otherwise tamper with a battery pack.
6-8 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes 3. Make sure the battery is securely inst alled in the compute r be fo re attempting to charge the battery pa ck. Improper installation could generate smoke or fire, or caus e the battery pack to rupture. 4.
User ’ s Manual 6-9 Power and Power-Up Modes 3. After the battery pack is charged, avoid leaving the AC adaptor connected and the co mputer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a ful ly-charged battery pack can damage the battery .
6-10 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes Battery charging notice The battery may not charge right away under the follo wing conditions: ■ The battery is extremely hot or cold.
User ’ s Manual 6-1 1 Power and Power-Up Modes Maximizing batter y operating time A battery’s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge. How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on: ■ How you configure the computer (for example, whether you enable battery-power saving opti ons).
6-12 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes Extending batter y life T o maximize the life of your battery pack: ■ At least once a month, disconne ct the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges.
User ’ s Manual 6-13 Power and Power-Up Modes Re moving the ba tter y pack T o replac e a discharg ed battery , follow the steps below . 1. Save your work. 2. T urn the computer ’s power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off. 3. Remove all cabl es connected to the computer .
6-14 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes Installing the batter y pack T o install a battery , follow the steps below . 1. T urn the computer ’s power off. 2. Disconnect all cables co nnected to the computer . 3. Insert the battery pack. 4. Secure the battery release latch(1) .
User ’ s Manual 6-15 Power and Power-Up Modes Star ting the computer by pass word T o start up the computer with the user password, follow these steps: 1. T urn on the po wer as described in C hapter 3, Getting St art ed . The following message app ears: S Password = 2.
6-16 User ’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes System Auto Off This feature turns the system of f automa tically if it is not used for a set duration. The system shuts down in S t andby mode or Hibernation mode in Windows.
User ’ s Manual 7-1 Sa tellite A50 Cha pter 7 HW Setup and P ass wor ds This chapter explains how to us e TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords.
7-2 User ’s Manual HW Setup and Passwords General This window displays the BIOS version and co ntains two buttons: Default and About . Setup This field displays BIOS Version and date. Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on.
User ’ s Manual 7-3 HW Setup and Passwords T o delete a user password: 1. Select Not Registered to displ ay the following prompt: S Enter Password : 2. Enter the currently registered pass word. The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks.
7-4 User ’s Manual HW Setup and Passwords Device Config Device Configuration This option lets you set the device configuration. Display This tab lets you customize your comput er’s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an extern al monitor .
User ’ s Manual 7-5 HW Setup and Passwords Boot Priority Boot Priority O ptions This option sets the priority for boo ting the computer . Select from the following settings: Y ou can override the se.
7-6 User ’s Manual HW Setup and Passwords T o chang e the boot drive, follow the steps below . 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer . 2. The following menu will be di splayed with the following icons: Built-in HDD, CD-ROM, FDD, Network (LAN), PC (A T A) card boot.
User ’ s Manual 7-7 HW Setup and Passwords HDD Priority Optio ns If more than one HDD is installed in the computer , this option lets you set the priority for HDD detection. If the first detected HDD has a boot command, the system will boot from the HDD.
7-8 User ’s Manual HW Setup and Passwords USB-FDD Legacy Emulation Use this option to enable or disable USB-FDD Legacy Emulation. Enabled Enables the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation. (Default) Disabled Disables the USB KB/Mouse Legacy Emulation. Enabled Enables the USB-FDD Legacy Emulation.
User ’ s Manual 8-1 Sa tellite A50 Cha pter 8 Optional De vices Optional devices can expand the computer ’s capabilities and it s versatili ty . This chapter describ es connection or installation .
8-2 User ’s Manual Optional Devices PC car d The computer is equipped with a PC card expansion slot that can accommodate one 5 mm T ype II card. Any PC card that meets industry standards (manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendo r) can be installed. The slot supports 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16’s multifunction card and CardBus PC cards.
User ’ s Manual 8-3 Optional Devices Re moving a PC card T o remove the PC card , follow the steps below . 1. Open the Safety Re move Hardware icon on the system tray and disable the PC card. 2. Press the PC card eject button to extend it. 3. Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly .
8-4 User ’s Manual Optional Devices ■ Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA. ■ Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions. Y ou can damage the computer and the module. Also, data will be lost. a. The computer is turned on.
User ’ s Manual 8-5 Optional Devices Installing memor y module Follow the steps below to install a memory module. 1. Set the computer to boot mode and turn off the power . 2. Remove all cabl es connected to the computer . 3. T urn the compute r upside down and remove the battery p ack (refer to Chapter6, Power and Power-Up Modes ).
8-6 User ’s Manual Optional Devices 8. Push the module down so it lies flat. Latches on either side will click into place to secure th e mo du l e . Figure 8-4 Installing the memory module 9. Seat the cover and secure it with a screw . 10. Rep lace the battery pack as described in C hapter 6, Power and Power- Up Modes .
User ’ s Manual 8-7 Optional Devices 5. Grasp the module by the sides and pull it ou t. Figure 8-5 Removing the memory module 6. Seat the cover and secure it with a screw and replace the battery pack. Additional batter y pac k Y ou can increase the portability of t he computer with additional battery packs.
8-8 User ’s Manual Optional Devices Batter y char ger The battery charger provides a conv enient way to charge battery packs without requiring the use of your comput er . The battery charger holds up to two lithium ion battery packs. USB Floppy disk driv e The 3 1/2" external Flop py disk drive module can be con nected to the USB port.
User ’ s Manual 8-9 Optional Devices Par a l le l p ri n t e r Parallel printer is provided with some models. Y ou can connect any standard Centronics-compatible parallel printer to your computer . All yo u need is an IBM PC™ parallel printer cable.
8-10 User ’s Manual Optional Devices TV TV is provided with some models. Y ou can connect a television set to the Video out jack on the computer . Follow the steps below . Changing the resolution If you want to ch ange the resolution, follow the steps below .
User ’ s Manual 8-1 1 Optional Devices i.LINK (IEEE1394) Some models are equip ped with a i.LINK. i.LINK (IEEE1394) is us e d for high-speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as .
8-12 User ’s Manual Optional Devices Note the following when yo u use i.LINK: ■ Y ou may need to install drivers for your i.LINK devices. ■ Not all i.LINK devi ces have been test ed. Therefore, compatibility with all i.LINK devices cannot be guaran teed.
User ’ s Manual 9-1 Sa tellite A50 Cha pter 9 T r oubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for dur ability . However , should problems occur , following the procedures in this cha pter can help to determine th e cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter .
9-2 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting Preliminar y chec klist Consider the simplest solution first. The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious probl em. ■ Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer .
User ’ s Manual 9-3 T roubleshooting Har dware and system chec klist This section discusses problems ca used by your computer’s hardware or attached peripherals.
9-4 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting Self test When the computer starts up, the self test will be run automati cally , and the following will be displayed : This message remains on the screen for a few seconds.
User ’ s Manual 9-5 T roubleshooting AC power If you have trou ble turning on the co mputer with the AC a daptor connected, check the DC IN 15V indicator . Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information. Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , check the DC IN 15V indi cator as well as the Battery indicator .
9-6 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting Real Time Clock Unplug the AC adap tor and remove the battery to make sure the terminals are clean. If necessa ry wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol. Connect the AC adaptor an d replace the battery .
User ’ s Manual 9-7 T roubleshooting Passwor d K eyboar d Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For more information refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard . LCD panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer ’s setup.
9-8 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting Har d disk driv e CD-ROM driv e For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics Problem Procedure Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Check if a floppy disk is in the floppy disk drive. If a floppy disk is inserted , remove it and reboot.
User ’ s Manual 9-9 T roubleshooting D VD-ROM driv e For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics Some CDs run correctly , but others do no t The software or hardware confi guration may be causing a problem. Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software’ s needs.
9-10 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting Check the type of CD/DVD you are using. The drive su pports: DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video CD-ROM: CD-DA, CD-T ext, Photo CD (single/multi-session), CD- ROM Mode 1, Mode 2, CD- ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD- EXTRA), CD-G (Audio CD only), Addressing Method 2 Check the region code on the DVD.
User ’ s Manual 9-1 1 T roubleshooting D VD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Procedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive’s drawer is securely closed. Press gently until it clicks into place.
9-12 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting D VD-R/-RW drive For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Cannot write correctly If you have troubl e writing, make sure you are observing the following precauti ons: ■ Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.
User ’ s Manual 9-13 T roubleshooting Check the type of CD/DVD yo u are using. The drive supports: DVD-ROM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD- R,DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+RW CD-ROM: CD-DA, CD-T ext, Photo CD (singl.
9-14 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting D VD Super Multi drive For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . Problem Procedure Y ou cannot access a CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive's drawer is securely closed. Press gently until it clicks into place.
User ’ s Manual 9-15 T roubleshooting Floppy disk driv e For more inform ation, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics . PC card Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices . Problem Pro cedure Drive does not operate T here may be a fa ulty cable connection.
9-16 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting P ointing device If you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation. T ouch Pad Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation The system might be busy .
User ’ s Manual 9-17 T roubleshooting USB mouse USB Refer also to your USB device’ s documentation. Problem Procedure On-screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation The system might be busy . If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass, wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to mo ve it.
9-18 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting Memor y expansion Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , for information on installing memory modules. When a memory error occurs, a sequence of beeps is heard. Long beep One-second be ep Short beep 0.5-second beep, fo llowed by 0.
User ’ s Manual 9-19 T roubleshooting Sound system Refer also to documentation fo r your audio devices. Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices , and to your monitor ’s documentation. The computer will not start and the following sequence of beeps sounds:Long, short, no sound, long, short, short, .
9-20 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting i.LINK (IEEE1394) Modem Refer to Appendix C, A T Commands and Appendix D , S-registers . Problem Procedure i.LINK device does n ot function Make sure the cable is securely con nected to the computer and to the device.
User ’ s Manual 9-21 T roubleshooting LAN W ireless LAN If the following procedures do not re store LAN access, consult your LAN administrator . For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics .
9-22 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting Printer Refer also to the Parallel printer sections in Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to the troubleshooting and other re le vant sectio ns in your printer and software documentation.
User ’ s Manual 9-23 T roubleshooting Wh e re t o w r it e If you are still unable to solve the prob lem and suspect that it is hardware related, write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed below: Outside of Europe In Europe Australia TOSHIBA Australia Pty .
9-24 User ’s Manual T r oubleshooting United St ates of America TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 USA United Kingdom TOSHIBA Information Systems (U.K.) Ltd. TOSHIBA Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2UL The Rest of Europe TOSHIBA Eur ope (I.
User ’ s Manual A-1 Sa tellite A50 A ppendix A Specifica tions This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specification s. Physical Dimensions En vir onmental R equir ements Weight (typical) 2.6 kilograms, configur ed with: 14"XGA, 512MB x 1 RAM, 30GB HDD, CD-ROM drive, modem, LAN (100M Bit), 6cell battery .
A-2 User ’s Manual S pecifications Power Requirements Built-in Modem Operating -60 to 3,000 meters Non-operating -60 to 10,000 meters maximum AC adaptor 100-240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz (cycles per second) Computer 15 VDC 4.
User ’ s Manual A-3 S pecifications Communication speed Data transmission and rece ption 300/1200/2400/4800/7200 /9600/12000/14400/ 16800/19200/21600/240 00/26400/28800/31200/ 33600 bps Data reception only with V .
A-4 User ’s Manual S pecifications.
User ’ s Manual B-1 Sa tellite A50 A ppendix B Display Contr oller and Modes Display controller The display controller in te rprets sof tware commands into hardware commands that turn particular pels on or off.
B-2 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes T able1 V ideo modes (VGA) Vide o mode T ype Resolution Character matrix (pels) LCD colors CRT colors Scanning frequency V ertica l ( H z ) 0, 1 VGA T.
User ’ s Manual B-3 Display Controller and Modes T able1 Vi deo modes (VGA) continued Vid eo mode Ty p e Resolution Charac ter matrix (pels) LCD colors CRT colors Scanning frequency V ertical (Hz) D.
B-4 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes T able 2 V i deo modes (855GME) Resolution LCD colors CRT colors V ertical frequency (Hz) 640 × 480 256/2 56K 256/256K 60 75 85 100 800 × 600 256/2 .
User ’ s Manual B-5 Display Controller and Modes T able 2 Video modes (855GME) continued Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Ve r t i c a l frequency (Hz) 640 × 480 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 800 ×.
B-6 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes T able 2 V i deo modes (855GME) continue d Resolution LCD colors CRT colors V ertical frequency (Hz) 640 × 480 16M/16M 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 800 × 60.
User ’ s Manual B-7 Display Controller and Modes T able 3 Video modes (852GM) Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Ve r t i c a l frequency (Hz) 640 × 480 2 56/256K 256/256 K 60 75 85 100 800 × 600 2 .
B-8 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes T able 3 V ideo modes (852GM) continued Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Ve r t i c a l frequency (Hz) 640 × 480 64K/64K 64K/64K 60 75 85 100 800 × .
User ’ s Manual B-9 Display Controller and Modes T able 3 Video modes (852GM) continued Resolution LCD colors CRT colors Ve r t i c a l frequency (Hz) 640 × 480 16M/16M 16M/16M 60 75 85 100 800 × .
B-10 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes Display Settings 1. 1.Y ou cannot move from th e [Settings] tab of [Display Properties] to the multi-monitor when you are usin g the displa y of the computer and an external CRT display at the same time.
User ’ s Manual B-1 1 Display Controller and Modes FigureB-2 Intel® 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Con troller Prope... 2. Some reproduced DVD picture may not be di splayed when the display of the computer and a CRT display are used at the same.
B-12 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes Figure B-4 WinDVD 5.0 Sub-panel ■ The following [Set up] screen is displayed, then remo ve the check of [Use Hardware Decode Accelera tion] (The check of [Use Hardware Color A cceleration] is removed automatically).
User ’ s Manual B-13 Display Controller and Modes 6. When the LCD (internal liqui d crystal display) display mode is selected, the Virtual (V irtu al Screen) display mode can be set as follows.
B-14 User ’s Manual Display Controller and Modes.
User ’ s Manual C-1 Sa tellite A50 A ppendix C A T Commands In most cases, you will not need to type A T commands manually . However , there might be some occasions when you will need to do so . This chapter describes A T comman ds for data mode. Fax and voice commands are taken care of by application software.
C-2 User ’s Manual A T Co mmands Bn Communica tion standar d setting This command determines the communicati on st andard CCITT or Bell. B0 Selects CCITT V .22 mode when the modem is at 1200 bps. B1 Selects Bell 212A when the modem is at 1200 bps (default).
User ’ s Manual C-3 A T Commands Result Codes: OK n=0,1 ERROR Otherwise Hn Hook control This command instructs the modem to go on-hook to disconnect a call, or off-hook to make the phone line busy . H0 Modem goes on-hook (default). H1 Modem goes off-hook.
C-4 User ’s Manual A T Co mmands Nn Modulation handshak e This command controls whether or not the local modem perfo r ms a negotiated handshake at connection ti me with the remote modem when the communica ti on spe e d of the two mo dems is different.
User ’ s Manual C-5 A T Commands T Select tone dialing This command instructs the modem to send DTMF ton es whil e dialing. Dialed digi t s are tone dial ed until a P command or dial mo difier is receiv ed.
C-6 User ’s Manual A T Co mmands Dial tone detect Disabled:The modem dials a call regardless of whether it detects a dial tone. Enabled:The modem dials only upo n detection of a dial tone, and disconnects the call if the dial tone is not detected with in 10 seconds.
User ’ s Manual C-7 A T Commands &D2 If the DTR signal is not detected while in on-line data mode, the modem disconnects (default). &D3 Reset on the on-to-off DTR transition. Result Codes: OK n=0,1,2,3 ERROR Otherwise &F Load factor y settings This command loads the configuratio n stored and programmed at the factory .
C-8 User ’s Manual A T Co mmands &Tn Self-test commands These tests can help to isolate probl ems if you experience periodic data loss or random errors. &T0 Abort. S tops any test in progress. &T1 Local analog loop. This test verifies modem operation, as well as the connection between th e modem and computer .
User ’ s Manual C-9 A T Commands N3 V .42, MNP , or buffered (default). The modem attempts to connect in V .42 error control mo de. If this fails, it attempts to connect in MNP mode. If this fails, it connects in buffer mode and continues operation.
C-10 User ’s Manual A T Co mmands Result Codes: OK n=0,3 ERROR Otherwise.
User ’ s Manual D-1 Sa tellite A50 A ppendix D S-r e gister s S-registers contain the settings that determine how a number of functions of the internal modem operate. For example, how many times to let the telephone ring before the modem answer s and how long to wait before it hangs up if a connection fails.
D-2 User ’s Manual S-registers S1 Ring counter This register is read only . The value of S1 is incremented with each ring. If no ring occurs over a si x-second interval, this reg ister is cleared. Range:0-225 Default:0 Units:rings S2 A T esca pe c har acter (user defined) This register determines the ASCII values used for an escape sequence.
User ’ s Manual D-3 S-registers S5 Command line editing character (user defined) This register sets the character recogniz ed as a backspace and pertains to asynchronous only . The mo dem will not recognize the backspace character if it is set to a value that is greater than 32 ASCII.
D-4 User ’s Manual S-registers S8 Comma pause time This register sets the time, in seconds, that the modem mus t pause when it encounters a comma (,) in the dial command stri ng. In some countries/regions, S8 will set both wai t before dialing and comma pause time.
User ’ s Manual D-5 S-registers S37 Dial line r a te S37 = 0 (default) maximum modem speed S37 = 1 reserved S37 = 2 1200/75 bps S37 = 3 300 bps S37 = 4 reserved S37 = 5 1200 bps S37 = 6 2400 bps S37.
D-6 User ’s Manual S-registers A T command set result codes The following table shows the result codes. The result code summary Result Code Numeric Descriptio n OK 0 Command executed CONNECT 1 Modem.
User ’ s Manual D-7 S-registers *1: EC only appe ars when the Extended Result Codes configuration optio n is enabled. EC is replaced by one of the followi ng symbols, depending upon the error control meth od used: V .42b is - V .42 error control and V .
D-8 User ’s Manual S-registers.
User ’ s Manual E-1 Sa tellite A50 A ppendix E V. 9 0 The TOSHIBA internal modem uses V .90 technology . The modem is capable of downstream speeds of 56kbps (kilobits per second) when connected to an Internet service prov ider that su pports V .90 .
E-2 User ’s Manual V. 9 0 T able E-1 Result codes for a V .90 connection No. Result code Description 70 CONNECT 32000 EC* Connectio n at 32000 bps 72 CONNECT 36000 EC* Connectio n at 36000 bps 74 CO.
User ’ s Manual E-3 V. 9 0 * EC stands for the Error Control method, which ap pears only when the extended result codes conf iguration option is ena bled. EC is replaced by one of the following symbols, dep endi ng on the error control method used. A T Command V42bis V .
E-4 User ’s Manual V. 9 0.
User ’ s Manual F-1 Sa tellite A50 A ppendix F Inter nal Modem Guide This appendix describes how to in stall and the remove the internal modem. Installing the inter nal modem T o install the intern al mode m, follow the steps below . 1. Save your data and tu rn off the computer .
F-2 User ’s Manual Internal Modem Guide R emo ving the inter nal modem T o re mo ve the internal modem, follow the steps below . 1. Save your data and turn off the computer . 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor and any other peripheral device. 3. T urn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack.
Sa tellite A50 User ’ s Manual G-1 A ppendix G Wi re l e s s L A N Car d Specifica tions Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to: ■ Country/region where the product was purcha sed ■ T ype of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations.
G-2 User ’s Manual Wireless LAN The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication. Communications at lower transmit range may travel la rger dist ances. ■ The range of your wi reless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high-density materials.
User ’ s Manual G-3 Wireless LAN *1 Factory-set default channels *2 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries/R egions for use for the countries/ regions that in w hich t hese channels can be used.
G-4 User ’s Manual Wireless LAN Wireless Channels Sets (T urbo Mode) *3 These channels are available to A/B/G combo type only . *4 Available Area: US (USA, CANADA) only 153 5765 * 3 US only * 4 157 .
Sa tellite A50 User ’ s Manual H-1 A ppendix H A C P o wer Cor d and Connector s The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used.
H-2 User ’s Manual AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe, power cords must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F and two conductor . For the United S tates and Canada, plu g configuration must be a 2-15P (250 V) or 1-15P (125 V) as designated in the U.S. National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electri cal Code Part II.
Sa tellite A50 User ’ s Manual I-1 A ppendix I P ar ts Number s The computer configuration and part s numbers, printed on a label on the bottom of the computer , indicate the CPU, LCD, memory , HDD and communication devi ce s . Configur a tions The following table shows the computer configuratio n indicated on a label.
I-2 User ’s Manual Parts Numbers * Figures indicate the CPU operating speed in megahertz. F or example, PM 1.5 means Mobile Intel® Pentium-M processor 1.5GHz. HDD Communication Mini-PCI 30GB 30 Parallel / No S-Video / 1394 / USB × 2 P1 802.1 1b WLb 40GB 40 Parallel / No S-Video / No 1394 / USB × 2 PN 802.
User ’ s Manual Glossary-1 Sa tellite A50 Glossar y The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for re ference.
Glossary-2 User ’s Manual Glossary LED: light emitting diode LSI: large scale integration MS-DOS: Microsoft Disk Operating System OCR: optical character reco gnition (reader) PCB: printed circuit bo.
User ’ s Manual Glossa ry-3 Glossary application: A group of programs that tog ether are used for a specific task such as accounting, financial planni ng, spreadsheets, word processing and games. ASCII: American St andard Code fo r Information Interchange.
Glossary-4 User ’s Manual Glossary C cache memory: High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate. When the CPU reads data from main memory , it stores a copy of this data in cac h e memory .
User ’ s Manual Glossa ry-5 Glossary components: Elements or part s (of a system) which make up the whole (system). computer program : A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result.
Glossary-6 User ’s Manual Glossary dialog box: A window that accepts user inpu t to make sys tem settings or record other information. disk drive: The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer ’s memory . It also writes data from memory to the disk.
User ’ s Manual Glossa ry-7 Glossary F fast infrared : An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps.
Glossary-8 User ’s Manual Glossary HW Setup: A T OSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components. I icon: A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indica tor panel. In Windows, an ic on represen ts an object that the user can manipulate.
User ’ s Manual Glossa ry-9 Glossary kilobyte (KB): A unit of data storage equal to 10 24 bytes. See also byte and megabyte. L level 2 cache: See cache.
Glossary-10 User ’s Manual Glossary N non-system disk: A formatted floppy disk you can u se to store programs and data but you cannot use to start the computer . See system disk. nonvolatile memor y: Memory , usually read-only (ROM), that is capable of permanently storing information .
User ’ s Manual Glossary-1 1 Glossary plug and play : A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of exte rnal devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer . port: The electrical connectio n th rough which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers.
Glossary-12 User ’s Manual Glossary serial interface: Refers to a type of informatio n exchang e th at transmits information sequentiall y , one bit at a time. Contrast: Parallel interface. SIO: Serial Input/Output. The electronic methodol ogy used in serial data transmission.
User ’ s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary volatile memory: Ran dom access memory (RAM) that stores information as long as power is supplied to the compute r . W warm start: Rest a rting or resetting a co mputer without turn ing it off. window: A po rtion of the screen that can display its own application, document or dialog box.
Glossary-14 User ’s Manual Glossary.
User ’ s Manual Index-1 Sa tellite A50 Inde x A AC adaptor 1-3 additional 1-14 , 8-7 connecting 3-5 DC IN 15V port 2-4 ASCII characters 5-8 B Battery charging 6-9 extending ba tte ry life 6- 12 indi.
Index-2 User ’s Manual Index placement 3-2 Ergonomics lighting 3-3 seating and posture 3- 3 work habits 3-4 F Floppy disk 1-4 using 4-2 Fn + Ctrl (enhanced ke yboard’s simulation) 5-3 Fn + Enter 5.
User ’ s Manual Index-3 Index connecting 4-19 disconnecting 4-19 jack 2-5 properties menu 4-18 region selection 4-17 Monitor, external 1-7 , 2-2 , 8-8 Moving the computer 4-23 P Password power on 1-10 starting the computer by 6- 15 PC card 1-7 , 8-2 inserting 8-2 location of slot 2-2 removing 8-3 Ports 1-7 external monitor 1-7 i.
Index-4 User ’s Manual Index right Ctrl key 5-3 ScrLock 5-3 Sound System 1-7 , 4-16 headphone jack 1- 8 , 2-3 microphone jack 1- 8 , 2-3 mute hot keys 5-3 speakers 2-7 volume control 2-3 Standby 1-1.
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If you have not bought Toshiba A50 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Toshiba A50 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Toshiba A50 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Toshiba A50 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Toshiba A50, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Toshiba A50.
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