Wireless communication Indicator | Toshiba PTA42 specification

LAN

Wireless communication Indicator

The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless com- munication functions.

Indicator status	Indication

Indicator off	Wireless communication switch is set to off.
	Automatic power down because of overheating.
	Power malfunction

Indicator glows	Wireless communication switch is on.
	Wireless LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an appli-
	cation.

If you used the Task Bar to disable W-LAN, restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize W-LAN. Open or click the following: start, Control Panel, System, Hardware Device Manager, Network adapters, TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and enable.

LAN

The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) ,Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) or Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). (depend on model you purchased) This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.

CAUTION: Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on LAN is enabled.

NOTE: The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.

Connecting LAN cable

CAUTION: The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN. Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administra- tor regarding set-up procedures.

If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX), be sure to connect with a category 5 cable, CAT5, or higher.

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Contents

Toshiba Tecra A4 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual Disclaimer CopyrightTrademarks When Using Your Computer Safety InstructionsMacrovision License of Notice FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Informa- tion FCC informationProduct Name Tecra A4 Model number PTA42 FCC conditions Contact Bsmi Notice Taiwan Only Conformity Statement Modem warning noticeNetwork Compatibility Statement Type of service Japan regulationsPursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part Region selection Telephone company procedures If problems ariseDisconnection Fax branding Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment Modem warning notice for Australia AT&F AT&W AT%TE=0 ATZPage General conditions Important Notice Following information is only for EU-member states Optical disk drive standards DVD-ROM drive safety instructions Toshiba Samsung SD-C2732 CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive safety instructions Matsushita UJDA770 Toshiba Samsung TS-L462C Hlds GCC-4244N DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive safety instructions Matsushita UJ-841B Teac DV-W28EA Pioneer DVR-K16 Pioneer Corporation Class 1 Laster Product Laserschutzklasse 1 Produkt Page Page Manual contents Preface Conventions AbbreviationsIcons Keys Key operation DisplayMessages Conventions Xxx Stress injury Heat injury General PrecautionsPressure or impact damage PC card overheating Mobile phoneCentral Processing Unit CPU Performance Disclaimer Xxxi Wireless LAN/Atheros Non-applicable IconsCopy Protection HDD Drive Capacity Graphics Processing Unit GPU Performance Disclaimer Main Memory DisclaimerImages LCD Brightness and Eye Strain Table of Contents Introduction Grand Tour Operating Basics Getting StartedXvi Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Xvii Keyboard Power and Power-Up ModesXviii Optional Devices HW Setup and PasswordsXix Troubleshooting Hardware and system checklist Appendixes Xxi Index GlossaryXxii Equipment checklist IntroductionChapter Hardware Windows XP Professional/Home Edition Service Pack Software Features FeaturesProcessor Memory Disks CD-RW/DVD DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM DVD+R DL DVD-R DL CD-DA Pointing Device PowerPorts Slots Multimedia Communications LAN Security Special features Special features Utilities Utilities Toshiba PC Options Dimm Grand Tour Front with the display closed Indicator Left side Left side Right side USB P Orts Back side Back side15V Underside Underside of the computer Underside Front with the display open Toshiba System indicators System indicators Power source/system indicators Keyboard indicator USB diskette drive 10 USB diskette drive Optical Media drive Region codes for DVD drives and mediaWritable discs CDs DVD-ROM drive CD-RW/DVD-ROM driveDVDs Formats DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive AC adaptor 11 The AC adaptor Getting Started Placement of computer Setting up your work spaceGeneral conditions Setting up your work space Seating and posture Lighting Work habits Connecting the AC adaptor Connecting the AC adaptor Turning on the power Opening the display Turning off the power Shut Down mode Boot modeStarting up for the first time Starting up for the first time Hibernation mode Benefits of hibernation Data save in hibernation mode Turning off the powerStarting Hibernation Automatic Hibernation Benefits of standby Standby modeExecuting standby Standby limitations Restarting the computerRestarting the computer Create Optical Recovery Discs Restoring the preinstalled software from the Recovery HDD Getting Started User’s Manual Using the Touch Pad Operating Basics Using the USB diskette drive Connecting 3 1/2 diskette drive Using the USB diskette drive Disconnecting 3 1/2 diskette driveClick Diskette drive Using optical media drives Loading discs Using optical media drives Manual release with the eject hole Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer Removing discs Closing the DVD-ROM drawer Important message CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM driveBefore writing or rewriting Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation When writing or rewriting Disclaimer CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive Important message DVD Super Multi +-R Dou- ble Layer drive Victor Company of JAPAN, Limited When writing or rewriting Disclaimer DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive RecordNow! Basic for Toshiba Data Verification Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive DLA for Toshiba When using WinDVD Creator 2 PlatinumVideo How to learn more about InterVideo WinDVD Creator How to make a DVD-VideoImportant information for use User’s Manual Media care CD/DVDs Using the microphoneDiskettes Modem Region selection AutoRun Mode SettingProperties menu Connecting Modem SelectionDialing Properties Location list for region selection Disconnecting Wireless LAN Wireless communicationsSecurity Bluetooth wireless technology Wireless communication switchWorldwide operation Radio links Connecting LAN cable Wireless communication IndicatorIndicator status Indication Disconnecting LAN cable LAN Jack Cleaning the computer Cleaning the computerMoving the computer Battery Heat dispersalMaximum Optimized Keyboard Typewriter keys Soft keys Fn key combinations F1 ... F12 function keysEmulating keys on enhanced keyboard Hotkeys Soft keys Fn key combinations User’s Manual Soft keys Fn key combinations User’s Manual Windows special keys Keypad overlayFn Sticky key Turning on the overlays Numeric mode Arrow modeTemporarily using normal keyboard overlay on Temporarily using overlay overlay off Generating Ascii charactersTemporarily changing modes Generating Ascii characters User’s Manual Power and Power-Up Modes Power conditions Power conditions Power indicators Battery indicatorDC in indicator Power indicators Power indicator Battery typesBattery Care and use of the battery pack Real time clock batterySafety precautions Care and use of the battery pack User’s Manual Care and use of the battery pack Charging the batteries Procedures Battery charging noticeCharging time hours Battery type Power on Power off Time Monitoring battery capacity Maximizing battery operating time Retaining data with power off Extending battery life Removing the battery pack Replacing the battery packReplacing the battery pack Slide the locking latch to the unlocked position Installing the battery pack Starting the computer by passwordStarting the computer by password Power-up modes Panel power on/offWindows utilities System Auto Off HW Setup HW Setup and PasswordsAccessing HW Setup Password HW Setup windowGeneral HW Setup Verify Password Parallel/Printer Display CPU Boot Priority Boot Priority Options Enter Left Alt Keyboard Wake-up on Keyboard Power devices Optional DevicesCards/memory Peripheral devices Installing a PC card PC cards Removing a PC card PC cards Installing an Express card Express Card Removing an Express card Express Card Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Installing a SD/MS/MS Pro/SM/MMC/xD cardSee below for the card capacities Removing a SD/MS/MS Pro/SM/MMC/xD card Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Installing memory module Memory expansion Memory expansion Removing the cover Removing memory module Removing the memory module Additional battery pack 12 Cell and 6 Cell Additional battery pack 12 Cell and 6 CellAdditional AC adaptor USB FDD Kit Connecting the Advanced Port Replicator External monitor Parallel printerParallel printer User’s Manual Link IEEE1394 TelevisionTelevision Precautions Security lock Security lockPoint to i.LINK IEEE1394 device and click User’s Manual Problem solving process TroubleshootingPreliminary checklist Analyzing the problem Hardware and system checklist Hardware and system checklistSystem start-up Self test Toshiba Overheating power down AC powerBattery ProblemProcedure Problem Procedure Password LCD panel Hard disk drive For more information, refer to , Operating Basics CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive Hardware and system checklist DVD Super Multi +-R Double Layer drive Diskette drive Infrared port Printer Touch Pad Click the Pointer Option tab USB mouse PC card Click the Pointer Options tab SD/MS/SM/MMC/xD card Monitor TV output signal Sound system USB Modem Standby/Hibernation No Carrier LAN Bluetooth Link IEEE1394 Before you call Toshiba supportToshiba support Where to write Europe Germany & Austria Appendix a Appendix BAppendix C Appendix D User’s Manual Specifications Physical DimensionsPower Requirements Appendix a Built-in Modem Network control unit NCU Display controller Display Controller and ModesAppendix B Video Modes Table Video Modes AT Commands Repeat last commandAppendix C +++ Escape sequence Bn Communication standard setting Answer commandDn Dial En Echo command Hn Hook controlRequest ID information Appendix C Mn Monitor speaker mode Ln Monitor speaker volumeNn Modulation handshake Select pulse dialing On Return on-line to data modeQn Result code control Vn DCE response format Select tone dialingXn Result code selection, call progress monitoring Dial tone detect Busy tone detectZn Recall stored profile Cn Data Carrier Detect DCD control Load factory settings Dn DTR control Tn Self-test commands Gn V.22bis guard tone controlKn Local flow control selection Pn Select Pulse Dial Make/Break Ratio WW Store current configuration Display Current ConfigurationZn=xStore telephone number \Nn Error control mode selection \Qn Local flow control selection View numbers in blacklist \Vn Protocol result codeCn Data compression control Registers Register valuesAppendix D RATSn? S3 Command line termination character user defined S0 Auto answer ring numberS1 Ring counter S2 AT escape character user defined S5 Command line editing character user defined S4 Response formatting character user definedS6 Wait before dialing Appendix D S7 Connection completion time-out S8 Comma pause timeS11 Dtmf dialing speed S12 Escape guard time S37 Dial line rate AT command set result codes Result code summary Result Code Numeric Description Result Code Numeric Description User’s Manual 90/V.92 mode 90/V.92Appendix E Function Transmission speed Table E-1 Result codes for a V.90 connection AT Command Appendix E User’s Manual Internal Modem Guide Installing the modem boardAppendix F Removing the modem board Wireless LAN Card specificationsRadio characteristics Appendix G Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision B and G Supported frequency sub-bands Wireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets 11G Turbo Mode Card specificationsWireless Ieee 802.11 Channels Sets Revision a Wireless Channels Sets Turbo Mode AC Power Cord Connectors Appendix H United Kingdom Parts Numbers Appendix Configurations HDD Glossary Glossary-1 AccuPoint Glossary-2 Byte Glossary-3 Cache memory Glossary-4 Delete Glossary-5 Device driver Glossary-6 Host computer Glossary-7 Hot dock/undock Glossary-8 Modem Glossary-9 Monitor Glossary-10 RAM Glossary-11 Restart Glossary-12 Write protection Glossary-13 Glossary-14 Index Index-1 Index-2 Index-3 Index-4 Index-5 Index-6