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Copyright
© 2006 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 A100 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition December 2006
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Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
A100 Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s production.
However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change
without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly
or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer
and the manual.
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Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Memory Stick is a registered trademark and i.LINK is a trademark of
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TruSurround XT, WOW HD, Circle Surround Xtract, SRS and symbol
are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruSurround XT, WOW HD, Circle Surround Xtract, TruBass, SRS 3D,
Definition and FOCUS technologies are incorporated under license from
SRS Labs, Inc.

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InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of the InterVideo Inc.
DVD MovieFactory is trademarks of the Ulead Systems. Inc.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
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This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected
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owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this
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Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only
unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering of
disassembly is prohibited.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your
computer.
When Using Your Computer
■Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow
installation instructions closely.
■Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where
metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery
terminals. The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely
high temperatures and may result in damage from burns.
■Be sure that noting rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that the
cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.
■Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the
floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do
not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce
cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying
case.
■Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for use with
this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may risk fire
or explosion.
Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with
the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can
potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin
could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn.

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■Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the
voltage rating of the AC adapter matches that of the available power
source. 115 V/60 Hz in most of North and South America and some Far
Eastern countries such as Taiwan. 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and
100 V/60 Hz in western Japan. 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the
Middle East, and the Far East.
■If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total
ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does
not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.
■To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the battery, and
disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.
■To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or
disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this
product during an electrical storm.
■When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.
EU Declaration of Conformity
TOSHIBA declares, that the product: Toshiba A100 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 implemented
telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
for the supplied power adapter.
CE Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA EUROPE GmbH,
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany, phone [phone].
For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to the
following website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com
This product and the supplied accessories are designed to observe the
related EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards.
However, Toshiba cannot guarantee that this product still observes these
EMC standards if accessories or cables not manufactured / distributed by
Toshiba are connected or implemented. To avoid in general EMC problems,
the following advice should be observed:
■Only CE marked accessories should be connected / implemented
■Only best shielded cables should be connected

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Modem warning notice
Conformity Statement
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision "CTR21"] for
pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone
Network (PSTN).
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in
different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an
unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network
termination point.
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the
first instance.
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.
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network,
please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.
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.
Following information is only for EU-member states:
The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be
treated as household waste. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of
this product. For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local city office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
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
Switzerland ATAAB AN002
All other countries/
region
ATAAB AN003, 004

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Optical disk drive safety instructions
TOSHIBA A100 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 drive that is used in this computer is equipped with a laser
device. A classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the
surface of the drive.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
A drive with the label above is certified by the manufacturer that the drive
complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of
manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the
United States of America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food
and Drug Administration (DHHS 21 CFR).
In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement
pursuant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product.
The optical disc drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this
product, please read the manual carefully and retain for future reference.
Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service
location.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than
those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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 MANUAL
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
CLASS 1 LASTER PRODUCT
LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1
PRODUKT
TO EN 60825
ADVERSEL: USYNLIG
LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING,
NÅR SIKKERHEDSAF-BRYDER
ER UDE AF FUNKTION.
UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR
STRÅLING

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This computer is equipped with one of the optical drive in the following list
according to the model:
Manufacturer Type
HLDS DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
GSA-T10-ATAKK0
HLDS DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
GMA-4082N-ATAKK0
Matsushita DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
UJ-841BTJV-A
NEC DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
ND-7550
Panasonic DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
UJ-850B
Pioneer DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
DVD-K16
Teac DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer)
DV-W28E
Teac CD-RW/DVD ROM
DW-224ER
HLDS CD-RW/DVD ROM
GCC-4244-ATAKK0
Panasonic CD-RW/DVD ROM
UJDA 770
Toshiba Samsung CD-RW/DVD ROM
TS-L-462C
Toshiba Samsung DVD ROM
SD-C2732

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Important Notice
Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer
program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically
permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign,
transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of
the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying,
modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to
claims for damages and penalties.
■Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
■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.
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.
Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional
battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
TOSHIBA Value Added Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Utilities and Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
AV Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
USB diskette drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Optical Media drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Turning off the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

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Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Using the USB diskette drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Using optical media drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
AV Button function (Provided with some models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
TOSHIBA Disc Creator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Data Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
When using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBA:. . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Modem (Provided with some models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Cleaning the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Moving the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Heat dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
F1 ... F12 function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Keypad overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Power indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Starting the computer by password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
HW Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1