Toshiba PRO A300D user manual Options, Windows Mobility Center

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Introduction

Fingerprint utility cannot be used in models that do not have a fingerprint module installed.

Windows Mobility Center

This section describes the Windows Mobility Center.

Mobility Center is a utility for accessing several mobile PC settings quickly in one window. A default maximum of eight tiles are provided by the operating system, and the additional two tiles are added to your Mobility Center.

Lock Computer: This can be used to lock your computer without turning it off. This has the same function as the Lock button at the bottom of the right pane in the start menu.

TOSHIBA Assist: This can be used to open TOSHIBA Assist if it is already installed in your computer.

Options

You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:

Memory expansion Two memory expansion slots are available for installing 512 MB, 1024 MB or 2048 MB memory modules. The modules are PC2-5300, 200-pin, SO-DIMM(small-outline dual in-line memory module). Maximum system memory size and speed are depending on the model you purchased.

PC2-5300 memory module works as PC2-4200 speed on Mobile Intel® GL960 Express Chipset model.

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Contents Page Disclaimer CopyrightTrademarks Macrovision License of Notice When using your computer Safety instructionsFCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information FCC informationFCC conditions ContactCanadian regulatory information Canada only Bsmi notice Taiwan only EU Declaration of ComformityJapan regulations Modem warning noticeConformity statement Network compatibility statementPursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part Type of serviceRedial If problems arise Telephone company proceduresDisconnection Fax brandingInstructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment AT&F AT&W AT%TE=0 ATZ Modem warning notice for AustraliaUser’s Manual General conditions Energy Star Program Following information is only for EU-member StatesOptical disc drive standards Optical disc drive safety instructionsDVD Super Multi +-R DL drive Location of the required labelPioneer DVR-KD08TBM/DVR-KD08TBF HD DVD-RW drive HD DVD-ROM driveVorsicht Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-System und ist als International precautionsImportant notice Table of Contents Restarting the computer -7 System recovery options Keyboard indicators -12 Optical disc driveUsing the touchpad -1 Using the fingerprint sensor USB Sleep and Charge functionMedia care Generating Ascii characters Using the FM tuner -45 Wireless communicationsSecurity lock HW Setup -1Accessing HW Setup -1 HW Setup windowTroubleshooting Appendix C V.90/V.92 Preface Manual contentsAbbreviations ConventionsIcons KeysMessages DisplayTerminology StartCreating a computer-friendly environment General PrecautionsStress injury Pressure or impact damage Heat injuryExpressCard overheating Mobile phonesIntroduction Equipment checklistHardware Documentation SoftwareMicrosoft Windows Vista Processor FeaturesMemory Built-inVideo RAM Hard disk drive DisksDVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM DVD+R DL DVD-R DL CD-DA DVD Super Multi +-R DL driveHD DVD-ROM drive HD DVD-RW drive Keyboard PowerPointing device PortsMultimedia SlotsCommunications Security Special features Low battery Panel power on/offHibernation mode AutomaticToshiba Value Added Package Utilities and applications Toshiba Bluetooth Start → All Programs → Toshiba → ConfigFreeToshiba Face RecognitionWindows Mobility Center OptionsUSB FDD Front with the display closed Grand TourFront edge logo Volume controlInfrared receiver window Multiple digital media slotPort Left sideFan vent Hdmi out portLink IEEE1394 Shows the computer’s right side Right sideModem jack Back sideFM tuner jack Optical disc driveCover UndersideFront with the display open Front with the display openFingerprint System indicatorsSensor TouchpadFunction button Power System indicatorsMain battery Arrow mode Keyboard indicatorsNumeric mode About the HD DVD Optical disc driveSummary Code Region Region codes for DVD drives and mediaCDs Writable discsDVDs HD DVDsCD-R write DVD Super Multi +-R DL driveCD-RW write Ultra-speed mediaHD DVD-RW drive Remote controllerDVD-R DL write Speed maximum DVD-RAM write HD DVD read 10 Full size remote controller Full size remote controllerPower Options → Choose what the Power Control panel → System and Maintenance →Record PauseVolume Volume +More information ArrowsNumbers Slim size remote controllerBrightness down LED on/off Brightness upOperational range of the remote controller Using the remote controllerDistance Angle12 Operational range of the remote controller Type of battery that can be used for the remote controller Installing/Removing batteriesFull size remote controller Installing the batteriesSlim size remote controller 19 Removing the batteries Replacing the batteriesInserting a slim size remote controller Placing slim size remote controllerRemove a slim size remote controller 22 The AC adaptor 2-pin plug AC adaptorGetting Started Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor Connecting the AC adaptorOpening the display Turning on the powerShut down mode Boot mode Turning off the powerHibernation mode Starting up for the first timeStarting hibernation mode Benefits of hibernation modeAutomatic hibernation mode Select HibernateData save in hibernation mode Sleep modeBenefits of sleep mode Sleep mode limitations Executing sleep modeRestarting the computer System recovery options System recovery optionsCreate optical recovery discs Select Enter Setup Restoring the preinstalled software from the recovery HDDWhen the Toshiba Leading Innovation prompt appears Operating Basics Using the touchpadTouchpad, touchpad control buttons and fingerpring sensor Using the fingerprint sensorSlide the finger over the recognition sensor How to swipe the fingerPoints to note about the fingerprint sensor Click Delete All Fingerprint How to delete the fingerprint dataFingerprint sensor limitations Set up procedurePoints to note about the fingerprint utility Fingerprint authentication procedure Windows logon via fingerprint authenticationClick settings Fingerprint system boot authenticationHow to enable fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On feature Fingerprint Single-Swipe Sign-On featureUSB Sleep and Charge function How to enable/disable USB sleep and charge function Using optical disc drivesLoading discs Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened Lay the CD/DVD/HD DVD, label side up, in the drawer Closing the drawer Removing discsIcon Function Function buttonCD/None HD DVD playback restrictions Using Toshiba HD DVD Player to enjoy HD DVDsWhen using Toshiba HD DVD Player Starting Toshiba HD DVD Player Using Toshiba HD DVD PlayerOperating Toshiba HD DVD Player Display Area SettingsMaximize Toshiba HD DVD Player control window Open Toshiba HD DVD Player HelpMulti audio Current positionChannel output Slow motion Performs slow motion playbackSubtitle SpecificationSound RepeatBefore connecting Using the computer in place of a HD DVD PlayerConnecting to the computer Display compatibility Switching between computer and television displayBefore writing or rewriting DVD+R for Labelflash DVD-R for LabelflashWhen writing or rewriting Disclaimer DVD Super Multi +-R DL drive/HD DVD-ROM drive Important message HD DVD-RW drive Writing CD/DVD/HD DVDs on HD DVD-RW driveCD-RW High-Speed CD-RW Ultra-Speed Legal footnotesDVD-R DL DVD-RW Operating Basics When writing or rewriting Toshiba Disc Creator Data verification How to learn more about Toshiba Disc CreatorClick Labelflash setting and choose Draw Quality When using Ulead DVD MovieFactory for ToshibaVideo How to learn more about Ulead DVD MovieFactory Operating Basics Media care Using the web cameraUsing the software Modem Using the microphone18 The Region Selection icon Windows Vista Properties menuSetting ConnectingDisconnecting Using the FM tunerSelect Start → All Programs → FM Tuner Utility to start FM Wireless LAN Wireless communicationsWireless communication switch BluetoothTM wireless technologyLAN 22 Connecting the LAN cable Connecting LAN cableDisconnecting LAN cable Cleaning the computerMoving the computer Heat dispersal Typewriter keys KeyboardSoft keys FN key combinations Function keys F1 … F12Emulating keys on an enhanced keyboard Hot keys Keyboard FN sticky key Toshiba → Utilities → AccessibilityWindows special keys Arrow modeKeypad overlay Turning on the overlaysTemporarily using normal keyboard overlay on Numeric modeTemporarily using overlay overlay off Temporarily changing modes Generating Ascii charactersHold ALT + FN Power conditions Power and Power-up ModesPower on Power off No operation AC adaptor ConnectedBattery indicator Power indicatorsDC in indicator Battery typesPower indicator Real Time Clock battery BatterySafety precautions Care and use of the battery packPower and Power-up Modes Charging the batteries ProceduresTime Battery charging noticeMaximizing battery operating time Monitoring battery capacityExtending battery life Retaining data with power offRemoving the battery pack Replacing the battery packRemoving the battery pack Installing the battery packPower-up modes Starting the computer by passwordWindows utilities System auto off Panel power on/offHW Setup HW Setup and PasswordsAccessing HW Setup HW Setup windowDefault PasswordGeneral Not RegisteredAuto-Selected DisplayLCD + Analog RGB Switchable Boot PriorityDynamically Always LowExpressCard HDD boot is not supported Disabled EnabledDisabled Disables Sleep and Charge function. Default KeyboardOFFOff On. DefaultOptional Devices Power devicesCards/Memory Peripheral devicesExpressCard Installing an ExpressCardGrasp the dummy card and pull it out from the slot Removing the ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCardSee below for the card capacities Card Type Capacities Multiple digital media card slotMS Pro Inserting the memory card Installing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD cardRemoving a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card Memory expansionRemoving the cover Installing memory moduleInserting the memory module 10 Removing the memory module Removing memory moduleAdditional AC adaptor Additional battery pack 3 cell, 6 cell and 9 cellUSB FDD Kit External monitorHdmi TelevisionSettings for audio on Hdmi Setting for display video on HdmiLink IEEE1394 PrecautionsPoint to i.LINK IEEE1394 device and click Security lockProblem solving process TroubleshootingAnalyzing the problem Preliminary checklistSystem start-up Hardware and system checklistSoftware HardwareSelf test Overheating power downBattery AC powerProblemProcedure Problem ProcedurePassword Hard disk drive LCD panelGrand Tour DVD Super Multi+-R DL driveHD DVD-ROM drive/HD DVD-RW drive Diskette drive → Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access itInfrared port TouchpadUSB mouse Hardware and Sound → Mouse to access itFingerprint sensor SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card ExpressCardExternal monitor Sound system TV output signalUSB Sleep and Charge function USBWork when connected to Setup Carrier ModemLAN Sleep/HibernationProblem BluetoothLink IEEE1394 device Toshiba support Recovery discsFM tuner Before you callWhere to write CPU DisclaimersDisclaimers Memory main systemHDD drive capacity Battery lifeGraphics Processor Unit GPU Non-applicable icons Wireless LANCopy protection ImagesAppendixes Table of Contents Power requirements SpecificationsEnvironmental requirements Built-in modem Display controller Display Controller and ModesVideo modes CRT Display Color Depth Refresh Rate Resolution Bpp90/V.92 90/V.92 modeFunction Transmission speed Connect 54666 EC Result code DescriptionV42bis AT CommandV42 NoECCard specifications Wireless LANSupported frequency sub-bands Radio characteristicsTable Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision B and G Frequency Range Channel ID 5150-5850 MHz Certification agencies AC Power Cord and ConnectorsEurope Outside of EuropeUSA Abbreviations GlossaryGlossary Ascii Glossary-4 Glossary-5 Erase See delete Glossary-7 Glossary-8 Main board See motherboard Level 2 cache See cacheGlossary-10 Glossary-11 Glossary-12 Glossary-13 Index Index User’s Manual Index-3 User’s Manual Index-4 User’s Manual Index-5 User’s Manual Index-6
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A300, PRO A300, PRO A300D, A300D specifications

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