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- Page 1 Satellite User’s Manual ATELLITE A30 SATELLITE A30 SATELLITE A30 Choose freedom. Choose freedom. Choose freedom. computers.toshiba-europe.com...
- Page 2 User's Manual Copyright © 2003 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
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Page 3: Safety Instructions
903 115 V/60Hz in most of North and south America and some Far Eastern countries such as Taiwan. 904 100 V/50Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60Hz in western Japan. 905 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East. Satellite A30 Series... - Page 4 When taking the computer from low-temperature conditions into a warmer environment or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow the computer to acclimate to room temperature before turning or power. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 5 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. ■ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual. ■ Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. ■ Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 6 User's Manual EMC Regulatory Information EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares, that the product: Satellite A30 conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary “The product complies with the requirements of Information: the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/05/EEC.”...
- Page 7 To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 8 PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN STEURUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHFÜHREN VON ANDEREN VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN KÖNNEN GEFÄHRLICHE STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN. Satellite A30 Series viii...
- Page 9 IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product. This computer is equipped with the optical drive in the following list according to the model. Manufacturer Type Matsushita SR-8177 TOSHIBA SD-C2612 TOSHIBA SD-R6112 Matsushita UJDA750 TOSHIBA SD-R2412 TOSHIBA SD-R2512 Panasonic UJ-811B TEAC DW-224E TEAC DV-W22E-85 Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 10 The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given. Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 11: Important Notice
Some models of the computer will come with Bluetooth technology built into it. Bluetooth was developed jointly by Ericsson, IBM, Intel, Nokia and TOSHIBA. It uses a shortwave radio frequency to connect devices such as cell phones, personal digital assistants, and computers. Essentially,... -
Page 12: General Precautions
User's Manual General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimise safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual. -
Page 13: Lcd Display
This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and safety standards. However, TOSHIBA should not guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. -
Page 14: Working Environment
This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called "Residential, commercial and light industry environments". TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned "Residential, commercial and light industry environments". -
Page 15: Wireless Interoperability
Not all models come with a built in Wireless LAN card. Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any Wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant ■... -
Page 16: Wireless Lan And Your Health
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. - Page 17 ■ Traffic control equipment for air, railroad, road, marine transport, etc. ■ Equipment used in atomic power plants etc. ■ Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above. Satellite A30 Series xvii...
- Page 18 Do not use the product in the following places: Places near a microwave oven where a magnetic field generates and places where static electricity or radio interference generates. Depending on environment, radio waves can not reach to the product. Satellite A30 Series xviii...
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Page 19: Regulatory Information
The Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 20: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Satellite A30 Series Table of Contents Preface ..................xxvi Manual contents.................. xxvi Conventions..................xxvii Abbreviations...................xxvii Icons ....................xxvii Keys....................xxvii Key operation ................. xxviii Display .................... xxviii Messages ..................xxviii Chapter 1 Introduction..............1-1 Equipment checklist ................1-1 Hardware ...................1-1 Software ....................1-1 Documentation ..................1-2... - Page 21 Using the Touch pad ................4-1 Using optical media drives ..............4-3 Safety Precautions ................4-3 Loading compact discs ..............4-4 Removing compact discs ..............4-7 CD/Digital Mode button..............4-8 CD/DVD/Audio control buttons ............4-8 Writing DVD/CDs ...................4-9 Before writing ..................4-9 When writing or rewriting..............4-10 Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 22 Emulation keys ..................5-3 Hotkeys .....................5-4 Windows special keys ...............5-6 Keypad overlay ..................5-6 Turning on the overlays ..............5-6 Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) .......5-7 Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) ..........5-7 Temporarily changing modes ............5-8 Generating ASCII characters..............5-8 Satellite A30 Series xxii...
- Page 23 Removing a PC card................7-3 Memory expansion................7-4 Installing memory module..............7-4 Removing memory module..............7-6 Additional battery pack.................7-7 Additional AC adaptor................7-7 Parallel printer ..................7-7 External monitor ..................7-8 Television ....................7-8 i.LINK (IEEE1394) .................7-11 Precautions..................7-11 Connecting ..................7-11 Disconnecting..................7-12 Security lock ..................7-12 Satellite A30 Series xxiii...
- Page 24 Sound system..................8-12 Pointing device ................8-12 USB ....................8-14 TV output signal................8-14 Standby/Hibernation................8-15 Memory expansion ................8-15 Modem ....................8-16 LAN....................8-17 Wireless LAN ...................8-17 Monitor ....................8-18 i.LINK (IEEE1394)................8-18 If you need further assistance............8-19 Before you call.................8-19 Where to write .................8-19 Satellite A30 Series xxiv...
- Page 25 Appendix B AC Power Cord and Connectors ....... B-1 Appendix C Keyboard Layouts ..........C-1 Appendix D Display Modes .............D-1 Appendix E If your computer is stolen........E-1 Appendix F ASCII Character Codes ........F-1 Glossary..................F-1 Index ................... F-1 Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 26: Preface
Preface Satellite A30 Series Preface Congratulations on your purchase of a Satellite A30 series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual explains how to set up and begin using your Satellite A30 series computer. -
Page 27: Conventions
Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key. Satellite A30 Series xxvii... -
Page 28: Key Operation
Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment. Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment. Satellite A30 Series xxviii... -
Page 29: Chapter 1 Introduction
Basic features are described in a separate pamphlet. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for future use. -
Page 30: Documentation
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Features The Satellite A30 series computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high reliability. This computer incorporates the... -
Page 31: Memory
It is good without an external power source for 1 month. AC adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low. It comes with a detachable power cord. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 32: Disks
802.11g, 802.11a+g) wireless LAN module PCMCIA Card PCMCIA Card One type II card socket SRAM, OTPROM, FLASH ROM and mask ROM memory card MODEM/LAN card MODEM/LAN card 1.8" 10.5mm removable ATA Device Card bus card ACPI 1.0b compliant Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 33: Ports
Audio/Video controls Let you use the computer’s fixed optical media drive as a stand-alone audio CD-player or MP3 player. You can also use the buttons to control the computer’s DVD video player when the system is on. Headphone jack Outputs analog audio. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 34: Communications
332.4mm x 280mm x 38.2 mm (Front)/ 45.3 mm (Rear) Weight Weight 7.61lb/3,45kg for 14” TFT LCD/DVD Multi drive module 7.72lb/3,5kg for 15,0” TFT LCD/DVD Multi drive module The actual weight varies depending on the configuration of the model purchased. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 35: Security
Two levels password architecture (Supervisor Password & User Password) Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use. Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program. - Page 36 Panel Power Off / On This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened. You can specify the setting in the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility. When battery power is exhausted to the point...
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Page 37: Utilities
TOSHIBA dealer for details. Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as a spare to increase your computer operating time. Universal AC Adaptor If you use your computer at more than one site... -
Page 38: Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
The Grand Tour Satellite A30 Series Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer. Front with the display closed The figure below shows the computer front with its display panel in the closed position. - Page 39 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") discs without using an adaptor. See the Drives section in this chapter for technical specifications on each drive and to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for information on using the drive and caring for discs. Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 40: Left Side
Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo Volume Control speakers. Speakers The audio speakers. Volume can be controlled either with the volume dial on the left side of the computer, or with the Volume setting in Windows XP. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 41: Right Side
This infrared port is compatible with Infrared (optional) Data Association (IrDA) Fast InfraRed (FIR) standards. It enables cableless 4 Mbps data transfer with IrDA 1.1 compatible external devices. Not all models will come with a Infrared port. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 42: Back Side
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. External Monitor Port This 15-pin port lets you connect an external video display to the computer. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 43: Underside
INLET VENTS OPTICAL MEDIA DRIVE BATTERY LATCH BATTERY PACK The bottom of the computer Wireless LAN Socket Consult your TOSHIBA dealer for installation of a Wireless LAN card. Expansion Memory Use this socket to install a memory module to Socket increase your computer’s memory. -
Page 44: Front With The Display Open
Touch pad Control Control buttons below the Touch pad let you Buttons select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on-screen pointer. Power Button Press the power button to turn the computer’s power on and off. Satellite A30 Series... - Page 45 To prolong the life of your monitor, use a screen saver when you are not working the computer and it is idle. Default screen saver time-out setting is recommended This switch senses when the LCD panel is LCD Lid Switch closed or opened and activates the Panel Power Off/On feature. Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 46: Indicators
Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power- Up Modes. Built-in HDD This indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the hard disk. Optical Media This indicator glows green when the computer is accessing an optical media disc. Satellite A30 Series... - Page 47 Keypad Overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard. Caps Lock The Caps Lock LED lights when you press the Caps Lock Caps Lock key. When this light is on, pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter. Satellite A30 Series 2-10...
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Page 48: Drives
Check the disc-in-use indicator when you use the diskette drive. Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light glows. Doing so could destroy damage the diskette or drive. Satellite A30 Series 2-11... -
Page 49: Optical Media Drive
Code Region Canada, United States Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East Southeast Asia, East Asia Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, South America, Caribbean Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia China Satellite A30 Series 2-12... -
Page 50: Ac Adaptor
AC adaptor to a power source and the computer. See Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, for details. The AC adaptor Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. Please use the bundled adaptor. -
Page 51: Chapter 3 Getting Started
Getting Started Satellite A30 Series Chapter 3 Getting Started This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer. It covers the following topics: ■ Setting up your work space — for your health and safety Connecting the AC adaptor ■... -
Page 52: General Conditions
Allow adequate space behind the computer to let you freely adjust the display. ■ The display should be angled to reduce glare and maximize visibility. If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the computer. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 53: Seating And Posture
If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work area. Use a lamp to illuminate your documents or desk, but be sure to position the lamp so that it does not reflect off the display or shine in your eyes. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 54: Work Habits
For more information on these topics or for pointers on exercises for such stress points as hands and wrists, please check with your library or book vendor. Also refer to the computer’s Safety Instruction Manual. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 55: Connecting The Ac Adaptor
AC adaptor to charge the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes. Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. Please use the bundled adaptor. -
Page 56: Opening The Display
Opening the display 2. Lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle for you. Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel. Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 57: Turning On The Power
Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen directions for each screen. During setup, you can click the Back button to return to the previous screen. Be sure to read the Windows End User License Agreement display carefully. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 58: Turning Off The Power
AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the Built-in HDD indicator to go out. Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in hibernation mode. Data will be lost. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 59: Starting Hibernation
For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode, the hibernation feature must be enabled in two places in TOSHIBA Power Management utility: the Power Save Modes tab and the Advanced tab. Otherwise, the computer will shut down in Standby mode. -
Page 60: Standby Mode
To prevent the computer from automatically entering standby mode, disable Standby in the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility. Open the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility and click the Power Save Modes tab. Next select either an AC Power or Battery Power option and then click details. - Page 61 1. Click start, click Turn Off Computer and click Stand by. 2. Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. To enable it, select the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility icon in the Control Panel and select the Advanced tab and then set your Power Buttons options to Standby.
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Page 62: Restarting The Computer
1. Load the Product Recovery CD-ROM or DVD-ROMin the drive and turn off the computer’s power. 2. Power on your computer, when In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, press F12 key. Boot Menu will appear. 3. Use the up or down cursor key to select the CD-ROM/DVD drive in the display menu. -
Page 63: Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Operating Basics Satellite A30 Series Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the Touch pad, optical media drives, the internal modem, LAN, wireless LAN. It also provides tips on caring for your computer and on heat dispersal. - Page 64 3. Lift your finger to drop the material where you want it. Scroll Vertical: Move your finger up or down the right edge of the Touch pad. Horizontal: Move your finger left or right along the bottom edge of the Touch pad. Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 65: Using Optical Media Drives
■ Do not insert anything else into the drive other than a CD or DVD disc. Doing so will damage or destroy this equipment. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 66: Loading Compact Discs
If the power is off, you can open the drawer by inserting a slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the right of the eject button. Manual release with the eject hole Satellite A30 Series... - Page 67 Pulling the drawer open 4. Lay the DVD/CD, label side up, in the drawer. Inserting a DVD/CD Be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 68 6. Push the centre of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks in place. If the DVD/CD is not seated properly when the drawer is closed, it might be damaged. Also, the drawer might not open fully when you press the eject button. Closing the DVD-ROM drawer Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 69: Removing Compact Discs
2. The DVD/CD extends slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can grasp it. Hold the it gently and lift it out. Removing a DVD/CD 3. Push the centre of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks into place. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 70: Cd/Digital Mode Button
Advances to the next track, chapter or data 4. Previous Returns to the previous track, chapter or data If Random or Shuffle is selected in Windows Media Player, selecting Next or Previous advances to a random selection. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 71: Writing Dvd/Cds
■ Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance HDD access speed. They may cause unstable operation and damage data. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 72: When Writing Or Rewriting
Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes, trains or cars. Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand. ■ Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer. Satellite A30 Series 4-10... -
Page 73: Disk Care
5. Do not eat, smoke, or use erasers near your diskettes. Foreign particles inside the diskette’s jacket can damage the magnetic surface. 6. Magnetic energy can destroy the data on your diskettes. Keep your diskettes away from speakers, radios, television sets and other sources of magnetic fields. Satellite A30 Series 4-11... -
Page 74: Using The Internal Modem
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 4. Use only the power cord indicated in this manual. Satellite A30 Series 4-12... -
Page 75: Region Selection
1. Point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA Internal Modem and click Region Select Utility. Do not use the Country/Region Select function in the Modem setup utility in the Control Panel if the function is available. - Page 76 If you are using the computer in Japan, technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection. Satellite A30 Series 4-14...
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Page 77: Connecting
To disconnect the internal modem cable, follow the steps below. 1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the connector. 2. Disconnect the cable from the computer in the same manner. Satellite A30 Series 4-15... -
Page 78: Lan
2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear the latch click into place. Connecting the LAN cable 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub. Satellite A30 Series 4-16... -
Page 79: Disconnecting Lan Cable
Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the LED. It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off. Satellite A30 Series 4-17... -
Page 80: Wireless Communication Led
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. TV-Out Use this jack to connect to a television. -
Page 81: Moving The Computer
Close the display. Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or back (where the interface ports are located). ■ Close all port covers. ■ Disconnect the AC adaptor if it is connected. ■ Use the carrying case when transporting the computer. Satellite A30 Series 4-19... -
Page 82: Chapter 5 The Keyboard
The Keyboard Satellite A30 Series Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer’s keyboard layouts are 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. The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country/region’s keyboard layout your computer is configured with. -
Page 83: F1 ... F12 Function Keys
American keyboard driver. Soft keys: Fn key combinations The Fn (function) is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys. Soft keys are key combinations that enable, disable or configure specific features. -
Page 84: Emulation Keys
Press Fn + F12 (ScrLock) to lock the cursor on a specific line. The power on default is off. Press Fn + Enter to simulate Enter on the enhanced keyboard’s numeric keypad. Press Fn + Ctrl to simulate the enhanced keyboard’s right Ctrl key. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 85: Hotkeys
You can also change this setting through the AC Power or Battery Power items of the Power Save Modes tab in the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility. Standby: When you press Fn + F3, the computer can enter Standby. To avoid entering Standby unexpectedly, a dialog box appears for verification. - Page 86 Touch pad: Pressing Fn + F9 enables or disables the Touch pad function. When you press these hotkeys, the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon. Resolution: Pressing Fn + Spacebar allows you to cycle through available monitor resolutions. Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 87: Windows Special Keys
To turn on the Arrow mode, press Fn + F10 (Arrow mode indicator lights). Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in the figure below. Press Fn + F10 again to turn off the overlay. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 88: Temporarily Using Normal Keyboard (Overlay On)
If the Numeric mode indicator lights, you can use the overlay for numeric entry. If the Arrow mode indicator lights, you can use it for cursor and page control. 3. Release Fn to return to normal keyboard operation. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 89: Temporarily Changing Modes
3. Release Alt, and the ASCII character appears on the display screen. With the overlay off: 1. Hold Alt + Fn. 2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code. 3. Release Alt + Fn, and the ASCII character appears on the display screen. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 90: Chapter 6 Power And Power-Up Modes
Power and Power-Up Modes Satellite A30 Series Chapter 6 Power and Power-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 changing batteries, tips for saving battery power, and power up modes. -
Page 91: Power Indicators
DC IN off ■ Operates Battery charge is below low battery ■ Alarm sounds (depending — trigger point on the Toshiba Power Management Utility setting) ■ LED: Battery flashes amber DC IN off Battery charge Computer goes into resume —... -
Page 92: Dc In Indicator
The indicator blinks on for one second and off for two seconds. No light Under any other conditions, the indicator does not light. Battery types The computer has two types of batteries: ■ Battery pack ■ Real Time Clock (RTC) battery Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 93: Battery Pack
Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup The computer’s RTC battery is a lithium ion battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. -
Page 94: Care And Use Of The Battery Pack
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury or property damage. Note: Provides important information. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type dispose of used batteries according to the instruction. Satellite A30 Series... - Page 95 9. Never let a battery pack become wet. A wet battery pack will overheat, ignite or rupture possibly resulting in death or serious injury. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 96 2. Never dispose of battery packs with normal trash. Bring them to your TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling centre to save resources and prevent environ- mental damage. Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent short-circuits, which could cause the battery pack to ignite or rupture.
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Page 97: Charging The Batteries
The Battery indicator glows amber when the battery is being charged. Use only the computer connected to an AC power source to charge the battery pack. Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 98: Battery Charging Notice
■ The battery has not been used for a long time. ■ The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time. ■ A cool battery is installed in a warm computer. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 99: Monitoring Battery Capacity
Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored by the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility. Refer to Utilities in Chapter 1, Introduction. Wait for a moment after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time. -
Page 100: Retaining Data With Power Off (Standby Mode)
You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source. This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack. Satellite A30 Series 6-11... -
Page 101: Removing The Battery Pack
5. Slide the battery latch to the right, then pull the battery out of the battery bay. Removing the battery pack For environmental reasons, do not throw away a spent battery pack. Please return spent battery packs to your TOSHIBA dealer. Satellite A30 Series 6-12... -
Page 102: Installing The Battery Pack
3. Hold the battery pack so that the label faces down and the connectors on the battery face the connectors on the computer. 4. Gently press the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks into place. Installing the battery pack Satellite A30 Series 6-13... -
Page 103: Power-Up Modes
This feature automatically turns off the system in Standby or Hibernation mode if the computer is not used for a set duration. Refer to Special Features, in Chapter 1, Introduction for an explanation of how to set the duration. Satellite A30 Series 6-14... -
Page 104: Chapter 7 Optional Devices
The computer is equipped with a PC card expansion slot that can accommodate one 5 mm Type II card. Any PC card that meets industry standards (manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor) can be installed. The slots support 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16’s multifunction card and CardBus PC cards. -
Page 105: Installing A Pc Card
1. Insert the PC card. 2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection. Installing a PC card After installing the card, refer to the card’s documentation and check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 106: Removing A Pc Card
3. Press the eject button of the PC card to extend the button. 4. Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly. 5. Grasp the PC card and remove it. Removing a PC card Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 107: Memory Expansion
In this case the computer will issue a warning. Satellite A30 series: There will be a long beep, 3 short beeps, 3 more short beeps and then a long beep when you turn the power on. In this case, shut down the power and remove the incompatible memory module. - Page 108 8. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw. 9. Replace the battery pack as described in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes. 10. Turn the power on and make sure the added memory is recognized. Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 109: Removing Memory Module
Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems. Removing the memory module 6. Seat the cover and secure it with one screw. 7. Replace the battery. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 110: Additional Battery Pack
AC adaptor at each location reduces the weight and bulk of your load. If you purchase an additional AC adaptor, please only use the one recommended by your TOSHIBA dealer and which corresponds to your computer. -
Page 111: External Monitor
You can use the hotkeys Fn + F5 or use the TV-Out button to change the display device. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard. If a television is connected to the computer, set the TV type in Display Properties. Satellite A30 Series... - Page 112 3. Click Display to open the Display Properties dialog box. 4. Click the Settings tab and click the Advanced button. 5. In the Advanced dialog box, go to the Monitor tab and select the Hide modes that this monitor cannot display option. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 113 Extreme Graphics tab, and then click Graphics Properties. 7. Select the appropriate device from the icon panel on the left. Set that device’s resolution. When that device is the primary display device, the selected resolution will be used automatically. 8. Click OK. Satellite A30 Series 7-10...
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Page 114: I.link (Ieee1394)
Some devices might not support standby or automatic off functions. ■ Do not connect or disconnect an i.LINK device while it is using an application or when the computer is automatically shutting it down to save power. Data might be destroyed. Satellite A30 Series 7-11... -
Page 115: Disconnecting
Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the right side of the computer. Security lock Satellite A30 Series 7-12... -
Page 116: Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Satellite A30 Series Chapter 8 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should problems occur, following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause. All readers should become familiar with this chapter. Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring. -
Page 117: Preliminary Checklist
Do you hear any beeps? How many? Are they long or short? Are they high pitched or low? Is the computer making any unusual noises? Write down what you hear. Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 118: Hardware And System Checklist
Wireless LAN ■ ■ CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive ■ ■ DVD-R/-RW drive Infrared port ■ DVD-ROM drive System start-up When the computer does not start properly, check the following items: ■ Self Test ■ Power Sources ■ Power-on Password Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 119: Self Test
BIOS. If any of the following conditions are present, the self test failed: ■ The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages except the TOSHIBA logo. ■ Random characters appear on the screen, and the system does not function normally. -
Page 120: Overheating Power Down
Check the condition of the cord and terminals. If the cord is frayed or damaged, replace it. If the terminals are soiled, wipe them with cotton or a clean cloth. If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer, contact your dealer. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 121: Battery
If you do not think the battery is at the end of its operating life, see your dealer. Battery doesn’t power Check the power consumption settings in the the computer as long TOSHIBA Power Management Utility. Consider as expected using a power saving mode. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 122: Keyboard
Or, turn the power off and back on to clear instant security . Problems above Refer to your software’s documentation to remain unresolved or determine if the software is causing the difficulty. other problems occur Contact your dealer if the problems continue. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 123: Hard Disk Drive
See the Disk care section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details on cleaning. Check your config.sys and autoexec.bat files to make sure they have the necessary drivers and execution lines. Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 124: Multidrive & Dvd-R/Rw
See the Disk care section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details on cleaning. Check your config.sys and autoexec.bat files to make sure they have the necessary drivers and execution lines. Satellite A30 Series... - Page 125 Grand Tour. Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing, make sure you are observing the following precautions: Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA. Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing. Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording.
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Page 126: Printer
PC Card error occurs Reseat the PC Card to make sure it is firmly connected. Make sure the connection between the external device and the card is firm. Check the card’s documentation. If problems persist, contact your dealer. Satellite A30 Series 8-11... -
Page 127: Infrared Port
Try changing the double-click speed setting in Double-tapping does the mouse control utility. not work 1. Open the Control Panel, select the Mouse icon and press Enter. 2. Click the Buttons tab. 3. Set the double-click speed as instructed and click OK. Satellite A30 Series 8-12... -
Page 128: Usb Mouse
2. Click the Pointer Options tab. 3. Set the speed as instructed and click OK. The mouse pointer The mouse might be dirty. Refer to your mouse moves erratically documentations for instructions on cleaning. If problems persist, contact your dealer. Satellite A30 Series 8-13... -
Page 129: Usb
If problems persist, contact your dealer. If you turn the computer off in Standby mode while the display is on TV, the computer will select either the internal LCD or an external computer CRT as the display device. Satellite A30 Series 8-14... -
Page 130: Standby/Hibernation
Refer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for information on installing memory modules. Problem Procedure Make sure the memory module installed in the Satellite A30 Series. expansion slot is compatible with the computer. The computer hangs If an incompatible module has been installed, up and issue beep follow the steps below. -
Page 131: Modem
Check the flow control and communication protocol. You cannot receive an Check the rings before auto answer setting in incoming call your communications application. If problems persist, contact your dealer. Satellite A30 Series 8-16... -
Page 132: Lan
Make sure the AC adaptor is connected. You not work cannot access a LAN using the computer’s battery power. Check the TOSHIBA HW Setup program. The Wake-up on LAN option of LAN tab should be set to Enabled. If problems persist, consult your LAN administrator. -
Page 133: Monitor
Make sure the device’s power is turned on. Reinstall the drivers. Open the Windows Control Panel and double-click the Add New Hardware icon. Follow the on-screen directions. Restart Windows. If problems persist, contact your dealer. Satellite A30 Series 8-18... -
Page 134: If You Need Further Assistance
Troubleshooting If you need further assistance If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first. -
Page 135: Appendix A Specifications
Specifications Satellite A30 Series Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications. Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5°C to 30°C 10% to 90% Non-operating -20°C to 65°C Conditions Altitude (from sea level) Operating sea level to 3,000 meters... - Page 136 14400/16800/19200/ 21600/24000/26400/ 28800/31200/33600 bps Data reception only with V.90/V.92 28000/29333/30666/ 32000/33333/34666/ 36000/37333/38666/ 40000/41333/42666/ 44000/ 45333/46666/48000/ 49333/50666/52000/ 53333/54666/56000 bps Fax: 2400/4800/7200/9600/12000/14400 bps Error correcting MNP class 4 and ITU-T V.42 Data compression MNP class 5 and ITU-T V.42bis Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 137: Appendix B Ac Power Cord And Connectors
AC Power Cord and Connectors Satellite A30 Series Appendix B AC Power Cord and Connectors 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. All cords must meet the following... - Page 138 The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U.S.A. and Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and Europe. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved BS approved CSA approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 139: Appendix C Keyboard Layouts
Keyboard Layouts Satellite A30 Series Appendix C Keyboard Layouts Arabic Belgian User's Manual Satellite A30 Series... - Page 140 Keyboard Layouts Danish French German Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 141 Keyboard Layouts Greek Hebrew Italian Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 142 Keyboard Layouts Norwegian Polish Portuguese Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 143 Keyboard Layouts Russian Spanish Swedish Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 144 Keyboard Layouts Swiss-German Turkish UK English Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 145 Keyboard Layouts US English Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 146: Display Modes
Display Modes Satellite A30 Series Appendix D Display Modes This appendix is a table of the display mode options of your computer's Intel 852GME Mobility Graphics Controller; when display device is set to external monitor. CRT Display Colour Depth Refresh Rate (Hz) -
Page 147: Appendix E If Your Computer Is
What is your address, phone, and fax number? To register the theft, please follow these procedures: ■ Fill in the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form (or a copy of it) below. ■ Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased. -
Page 148: Toshiba Theft Registration
+49 (0) 941 7807 925 Country stolen: Machine type: (e.g. Satellite A30) Model number: (e.g. PSA10E YXT) Serial number: (e.g. 70123456E) Date stolen: Warranty seal: (e.g. 9813 123456 049) Owner’s details Name: Company: Street: Postal Code/City: Country: Phone: Fax: Satellite A30 Series... -
Page 149: Appendix F Ascii Character Codes
ASCII Character Codes Satellite A30 Series Appendix F ASCII Character Codes This appendix shows the American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII) on the following pages. The characters in the IBM char column appear on your display when you type the corresponding ASCII code (as described in Chapter 5, The Keyboard). - Page 150 ASCII Character Codes Sort Ctrl code code char char ¶ § ▲ ▼ Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 151 ASCII Character Codes Sort Sort code code char code code char space “ & ’ < > Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 152 ’ Ç ü é â ä à å ç ê ë è ï î ì Ä Å É æ Æ ô ö ò û ù ÿ Ö Ü ¢ £ ¥ Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 153 ASCII Character Codes Sort Sort code code char code code char á í ó ú ñ Ñ ¿ ¡ « » Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 154 ASCII Character Codes Sort code code char ß Satellite A30 Series...
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Page 155: Glossary
Glossary Satellite A30 Series Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. adaptor: A device that provides an interface between two dissimilar electronic devices. For example, the AC adaptor modifies the power from a wall outlet for use by the computer. - Page 156 An interface for transmission of signals, data or electric power. byte: The representation of a single character. A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also the smallest addressable unit within the system. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 157 Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable. cold start: Starting a computer that is currently off (turning on the power). COM1, COM2, COM3 and COM4: The names assigned to the serial and communication ports. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 158 CRT: Cathode Ray Tube. A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen-producing luminous spots. An example is the television set. cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 159 (frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse). dual-scan supertwisted nematic (DSTN) display: A thin-screen, passive matrix colour LCD that meets VGA standards. DVD-R: A Digital Versatile Disc-Recordable disk can be written once and read many times. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 160 A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor’s activities. fixed disk: See hard disk. floppy disk drive (FDD): An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks. See also diskette. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 161 See also software and firmware. HW Setup: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various hardware components. hertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second.
- Page 162 For each key, the transmitted code is, in turn, representative of the (ASCII) character marked on the key. kilobyte (KB): A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes. See also byte and megabyte. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 163 100,000 simple logic gates on a single chip. 2) An integrated circuit that uses the large scale integration. magiCDisc: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you create a CD-ROM data base for quick access to CD-ROM data. main board: See motherboard.
- Page 164 The results of a computer operation. Output commonly indicates data 1) printed on paper, 2) displayed at a terminal, 3) sent through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic media. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 165 The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers. Power Saver Utility: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power-saving functions. printed circuit board (PCB): A hardware component of a processor to which integrated circuits and other components are attached.
- Page 166 A Class A device is sufficient for office use. Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use. TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations. RAMDRIVE: Part of the computer’s random access memory assigned to simulate a disk.
- Page 167 A disk that has been formatted with an operating system. For MS-DOS the operating system is contained in two hidden files and the COMMAND.COM file. You can boot a computer using a system disk. Also called an operating system disk. Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 168 TFT: Thin-film transistor. A colour LCD technology that applies individual transistors to each pixel enabling fine display control and excellent screen legibility. touch pad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest. TTL: Transistor-transistor logic. A logic circuit design that uses switching transistors for gates and storage.
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Page 169: Index
Index Satellite A30 Series Index AC adaptor, 2-13 cards additional, 7-7 Modem/LAN, 1-4 connecting, 3-5 PC, 1-4 ASCII characters, 5-8, F-1 PC card, 7-1 care, 4-11 battery, 2-6 loading, 4-4 additional, 7-7 removing, 4-7 care, 6-5 writing, 4-9 charging, 6-8... - Page 170 LCD panel Fn+F10 (arrow mode), 5-3, 5-6 problems, 8-7 Fn+F11 (numeric mode), 5-3, 5-7 Lighting, 3-3 Fn+F12 (ScrLock), 5-3 Line-In Jack, 2-3 General Precautions, xii hard disk drive problems, 8-8 Headphone Jack, 2-3 Hibernation automatic, 6-14 problems, 8-15 Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 171 4-3 indicators, 6-2 using, 4-3 battery, 6-2 Options, 1-9 DC IN, 6-3 power, 6-3 problems, 8-4 Shut Down mode (Boot mode), Standby mode, 3-10 turning off, 3-8 turning on, 3-7 Power-up modes, 6-14 printer problems, 8-11 Satellite A30 Series...
- Page 172 System automatic Standby/ printer, 8-11 Hibernation, 6-14 self test, 8-4 System Indicators, 2-1 Sound system, 8-12 Standby, 8-15 support from TOSHIBA, 8-19 Television, 7-8 system start-up, 8-3 TOSHIBA Console Button, 2-8 Touch pad, 8-12 Touch pad, 2-7 TV, 8-14 Control Buttons, 2-7...
- Page 173 Index Weight, 1-6 Windows special keys, 5-6 Wireless communications, 2-3, 4-17 Wireless LAN problems, 8-17 Socket, 2-6 Work habits, 3-4 Satellite A30 Series...