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User’s Manual
TECRA A9
TECRA S5
Satellite Pro S200
Satellite Pro A150
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Copyright © 2007 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. TOSHIBA TECRA A9/ TECRA S5/ Satellite Pro S200/ Satellite Pro A150 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual First edition May 2007 Copyright authority for music,
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA decrares that this product conforms to the following Standards: This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives, notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/ 336/EEC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the supplied power adapter, the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 99/5/EEC in case of imp
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Network Compatibility Statement 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 additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121. Germany ATAAB AN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010 and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17 Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04 Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and P03,04,08,10 Spain ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01 Switzerla
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Optical disc drive safety instructions The computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled: DVD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD-ROM, or DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive. ■ The optical disc drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls,
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Manufacturer Type Panasonic DVD-ROM/CD-R/RW UJDA -780 Panasonic DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer) UJ-860U Teac CD ROM CD-224E Teac CD-RW/DVD ROM DW-224E Teac DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer) DV-W28EC vi User’s Manual
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Table of Contents Preface General Precautions Chapter 1 Getting Started Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed . . . . . .
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27 Wireless communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31 LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35 Computer Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37 Using the Hard Disk Driv
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Appendix D Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Manually Setting up Windows (Windows Vista™). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1 Manually Setting up Windows Manually (Windows XP) . . . . . . . . . . D-2 How to install Intel® Matrix Storage Manager on Windows XP or Windows Vista™:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3 Appendix E Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health . . .
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 x User’s Manual
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA A9/ TECRA S5/ Satellite Pro S200/ Satellite Pro A150 series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing. This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TECRA A9/ TECRA S5/ Satellite Pro S200/ Satellite Pro A150 computer. It al
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Icons Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on. 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. Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize 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. Creating a computer-friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Heat injury ■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your skin might suffer a low-heat injury. ■ If the computer has been used for
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to start using your computer. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA. Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check to make sure you have all the follow
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Software ® The following Windows operating system and utility software are pre-installed. ® ■ Microsoft Windows Vista™ ■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package ■ DVD Video Player ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility ■ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■ Fingerprint Utility (installed in some models) ■ Windows Mobility Center ■ TOSHIBA Secu
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Getting Started ■ All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time. ■ Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer. It is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook computer. By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power. It is also the fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power. The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack, refer to C
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor. Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug) Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug) Either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/cord will be included with the computer depending on the model. 2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the back of the computer. DC IN 15V jack Connecting the adaptor to the computer 3. Plug the power cord into a live
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TECRA A9, TECRA S5, Satellite Pro S200, Satellite Pro A150 Opening the display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. 1. Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to unlatch the display panel. 2. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of the computer is not raised, slowly lift the display panel - this will allow the angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity. Display panel Display latc
