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Copyright
© 2005 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under copyright law,
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 A5 Series Portable Personal Computer User's Manual
First edition April 2005
Ownership and copyright of music, video computer programs, databases,
etc. are protected by the copyright laws. These copyrighted materials may
be copied for private use at home only. If, beyond the limitation above, you
copy (including to transform data formats) or modify these materials,
transfer them or distribute them via the Internet without approval of
copyright owners, you may be subject to claims for compensation for
damage and/or criminal penalities due to infringements of copyrights or
personal rights. Please remember to observe the copyright laws when you
use this product to copy the copyrighted works or perform other actions.
Please note that you may infringe the owner's rights protected by the
copyright laws if you use the screen mode switching functions (e.g.Wide
mode, Wide Zoom mode, etc.) of this product to display enlarged images/
video at coffee shops or hotels for the purposes of profits or providing these
to the public.
Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions
and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA A5 series Portable
Personal Computers 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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Trademarks
IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC, OS/2, and PS/2 are trademarks
of International Business Machines Corporation. Celeron, Intel, Intel
SpeedStep, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows and DirectX are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer
Corporation. Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA
under license.
iLINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
Macrovision License of Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected
by methods and claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only
unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering of
disassembly is prohibited.

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Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your
computer.
When Using Your Computer
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.
■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 nothing 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.
■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/60Hz in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern
countries such as Taiwan.
100 V/50Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60Hz 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 that are plugged into it do not exceed the
ampere rating of the extension cable itself.
■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.
■Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with
local authorities for disposal instructions.
■When traveling, do not check the computer as baggage. You can put
your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your
computer through a metal detector. If you have the computer checked
by hand, be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are
asked to turn on the computer.

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■When traveling with the hard drive removed from the computer, wrap the
drive in a non-conducting material, such as cloth or paper. If you have
the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the drive in the computer.
You can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, but never
put it through a metal detector.
■When traveling, do not place the computer in overhead storage
compartments where it could slide around. Do not drop your computer
or subject it to other mechanical shocks.
■Protect your computer, battery, and hard drive from environmental
hazards such as dirt, dust, food, liquids, temperature extremes, and
overexposure to sunlight.
■When you move your computer between environments with very
different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form
on or within the computer. To avoid damaging the computer, allow
sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the computer.
■When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain relief
loop, not on the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it evenly
aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect
a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
■Before you clean your computer, turn if off, unplug it from its power
source, and remove the battery.
■Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a memory
module by its edges, not its pins.
■Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washing
bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming
pool.
■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.
■To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.
When using telephone equipment in conjunction with your computer, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional battery
pack. Use of the wrong battery could damage your computer.

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FCC information
Model Name: TOSHIBA A5
FCC notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
■Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
EMC Regulatory Information
Contact
Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to
this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals
not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and
TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices
and the computer's or expansion unit's external monitor port, parallel port,
USB port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this
equipment, not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by
TOSHIBA could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618-1697
Telephone: [phone]

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EU Declaration of Conformity
Canadian Regulatory Information (Canada Only)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations
provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA
Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)
TOSHIBA declares, that the product: TOSHIBA A5 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.

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Optical Disc Drive Safety Instruction
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 CLASSE 1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
The drive with the above label 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.
In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement
pursant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product.
This computer is equipped with one of the optical drive in the following list
according to the model
■Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.
Manufacturer Type
Panasonic Communications Co.,
LTD. CD-RW/DVD-ROM UJDA760
TOSHIBA Samsung Storage
Technology CD-RW/DVD-ROM TS-L462A
Hutachi LG Data Storage, Inc. CD-RW/DVD-ROM GCC-4244
Panasonic Communications Co.,
LTD. DVD Super Multi UJ-840B
TEAC DVD Super Multi DV-W28EA
TOSHIBA Samsung Storage
Technology DVD Super Multi TS-L632B
TOSHIBA Samsung Storage
Technology DVD-ROM SD-C2732

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International precautions
Location of the required label
Sample shown below. Location of the label on the drive and manufacturing
information may vary.
■This 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, 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.
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system
and is classified as a "CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT." To use this model properly, read the
instruction manual carefully and keep this manual
for your future reference. In case of any trouble
with this model, please contact your nearest
"AUTHORIZED service station." To prevent direct
exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the
enclosure.

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VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-
System und ist als "LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1
PRODUKT" klassifiziert. Für den richtigen
Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die
Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch und
bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf. Falls
Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten,
benachrichtigen Sie bitte die nächste "autorisierte
Service-Vertretung". Um einen direkten Kontakt
mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Gerät
nicht geöffnet werden.
ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt
udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet
arbejder med laserstråler af klasse 1, hviket
betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste
klasse, og at man ikke på apparatets yderside kan
bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.
APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK
MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER
MED LASERSTRÅLER!
Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne
advarselsmækning, som advarer imod at foretage
sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme
til at udsætte sig for laserstråling.
OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som
avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för
laserklass 1.
VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite
sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä
silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
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.

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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 confirm 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.
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
Norway ATAAB AN002, 005, 007 and
NO 01, 02
All other countries/
regions ATAAB AN003,004

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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.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains
information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that
can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also
includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can
help reduce physical stress.
Heat injury
■Avoid prolonged physical contact with the bottom of 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 (if you rest the
computer on your lap, for example) your skin might suffer low-heat injury.
■If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
■The surface of the AC adapter can become hot when in use. This
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adapter, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■Do not lay the AC adapter on a material that is sensitive to heat. The
material could be damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact.
Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or
otherwise cause malfunctions.
PC Card overheating
Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC
Card can result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation. Also be
careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long time.
Mobile phone
Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. Computer
operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm
be maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use.

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LCD
Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the
brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic
characteristic of LCD technology. Maximum brightness is only available
when operating in AC power mode. The screen will dim when the computer
is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the
brightness of the screen.
Central Processing Unit (“CPU”) Performance Disclaimer:
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications
under the following conditions:
■use of certain external peripheral products
■use of battery power instead of AC power
■use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video
applications
■use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections
■use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer aided
design applications
■use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously
■use of computer in areas with low air pressure
(high altitude > 1,000 meters or > 3,280 feet above sea level)
■use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 ºC to 30 ºC (41ºF
to 86 ºF) or > 25 ºC (77 ºF) at high altitude (all temperature references
are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer
model).
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design
configuration.
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shut-
down.
This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data
or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions.
To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by
periodically storing it on an external storage medium. For optimum
performance, use your computer product only under recommended
conditions. Read additional restrictions under “Environmental Conditions”
in your product User’s manual. Contact Toshiba Technical Service and
Support for more information.
Graphics Processing Unit (“GPU”) Performance Disclaimer:
The graphics processing unit ("GPU") performance may vary depending on
product model, design configuration, applications, power management
settings and features utilized.
GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and
may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode.

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Main Memory Disclaimer
The graphics system in your computer may use part of the main system
memory for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of
system memory available for other computing activities. The amount of
system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the
graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other
factors.
Copy Protection
Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit
recording or viewing of the media.
Hard Disk Drive Capacity
1 Gigabyte (GB) means 1000 x 1000 x 1000 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using
powers of 10. The computer operating system, however, reports storage
capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 1024 x 1024 x 1024
= 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore may show less storage capacity.
Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or
more pre-installed operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows®, and/
or any pre-installed software applications or media content. Actual
formatted capacity may vary.
Non-applicable Icons
Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible
configurations for an entire product series. Your selected model may not
have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or
switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those
features.
Wireless LAN/Atheros
The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which
wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding
electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access point design and
configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurations. The
actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum
speed.
To use the Atheros SuperAG. or SuperG. function, your client and access
point must support the corresponding feature. Performance of these
functions may vary depending on the format of data transmitted.
SRS
SRS TruSurround XT is available in the Microsoft Windows®operating
system only.
Images
All images are simulated for purposes of illustration.

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Express Media Player
The Express Media Player is not a Windows®based application. Battery life
will be less than when using similar applications in the Windows operating
system.
LCD Brightness and Eye Strain
Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We
recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable
level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.
CE compliance
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
Working environment
This product was designed to fulfill the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
requirements for "residential, commercial and light industry environments".
The following environment is not approved:
■Industrial Environments (e.g. environments where a with a mains voltage
of 380V threephase is being used).
In the following environments the use of this product can be restricted:
■Medical Environments: This product is not certified as a medical product
according to the Medical Product Directive 93/42/EEC, but can be used
in office areas where the use is not restricted. Please disable the wireless
LAN or Bluetooth hardware in such areas as long this feature is not
official supported by the operator of the related medical facility.
■Vehicle Environments: Please read operator’s manual of the vehicle
manufacturer for further restrictions of use.
■Aircraft Environments: Please following the advices of the flight
personnel regarding restrictions of use.
Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working
environments that are not approved or the use is restricted are not the
responsibility of Toshiba Corporation. The consequences of the use of this
product in those working environments may be:
■Interference with other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding
area

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■Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances
generated by other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding area.
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
Network connection (Class A warning)
If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a
network, Class A radiation limits will be observed (in accordance with
technical conventions). This means that if the product will be used in a
domestic environment, other devices in the near surrounding area may
suffer interference. Consequently, please do not use this product in such
environments (for example a living room), otherwise you could be held
responsible for any ensuing interference.
Information on the secure writing to optical disc media
Even if your software gives no indication that any problems have occurred,
you should always check to ensure that information has been successfully
stored on recordable optical media (CD-R, CD-RW and so forth).
Wireless LAN and your Health
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency
electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN
devices however is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other
wireless devices such as mobile phones.
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.
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be
restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of
the organisation. These situations may for example include:
■Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of aeroplanes
■In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices
or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices
in a specific organisation or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged
to ask for authorisation to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on
the equipment.

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Safety Instruction for Wireless Products
If your computer has a wireless function, all safety instructions must be read
carefully and must be fully understood, before you attempt to use it. This
manual contains the safety instructions that must be observed in order to
avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or could damage
your wireless products.
Limitation of Liability
For damage occurring due to an earthquake or thunder, fire beyond our
responsibility, action by third party, other accident, intentional or accidental
mistakes by a user, misuse or use under abnormal conditions, we do not
take any responsibility.
For incidental damage (loss of business profit, business interruption, etc.)
occurring due to use or disability of the product, we do not take any
responsibility.
For damage occurring due to non observance of the contents described in
the instruction manual, we do not take any responsibility.
For damage occurring due to erroneous operation or hang up caused by
use in combination with products not related to our company, we do not
take any responsibility.
Usage Restrictions
Do not use the Wireless Products for controlling the following equipment:
■Equipment directly linked with human life corresponding to the following.
■Medical equipment such as life support systems, equipment used in
operations, etc.
■Exhaust systems for gases such as poisonous gas etc. and exhaust
systems for smoke.
■Equipment that must be set up in compliance with various laws such
as the Fire Services Act, the Construction Standard Act, etc.
■Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above.
■Equipment linked with human safety or having a serious influence on the
safe maintenance of public function, etc., because it is not designed or
manufactured for this type of use.
■Traffic control equipment for air, railroad, road, marine transport, etc.
■Equipment used in atomic power plants etc.
■Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above.

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Warning
Note
Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch of wireless products in a
congested place, such as a crowded commuter train.
Keep this product away from a cardiac pacemaker at least 22 cm.
Radio waves can potentially affect cardiac pacemaker operation, thereby
causing respiratory troubles.
Turn OFF the Wireless communication switch inside a medical facility or
near medical electric equipment. Do not bring medical electric equipment
close to the product.
Radio waves can potentially affect medical electric equipment, thereby
causing an accident due to malfunction.
Turn OFF the Wireless communication switch near an automatic door, fire
alarm or other automatic control equipment.
Radio waves can potentially affect automatic control equipment, thereby
causing an accident due to malfunction.
Do not turn ON the Wireless communication switch in aircraft or in places
that generate or can generate radio interference.
Radio waves can potentially affect equipment, such as that used on-board
aircraft, causing an accident due to malfunction.
You should monitor possible radio interference or other issues that may arise
with other equipment while the product is used. If any effect is noted, turn
OFF the Wireless communication switch.
Otherwise, radio waves can potentially affect other equipment, thereby
causing an accident due to malfunction.
When using the product in a car, check with the automobile dealer if the car
has an adequate electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Radio waves of the product can potentially hamper safe driving.
Depending on car model, the product can rarely affect car electronic
equipment if it is used in a car.
Do not use this product in the following places:
Near a microwave oven or other environment which generates a magnetic
field.
Near any place or equipment that generates static electricity or radio
interference.
Depending on the environment, in a place where radio waves cannot reach
the product.

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Table of Contents
General Precautions
Wireless LAN and your Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Preface
Manual contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xxiii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiv
Equipment checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxv
Chapter 1 TOSHIBA A5 Features
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Right side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Back side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Underside. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Front with the display open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Keyboard Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Optical Disc drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

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Chapter 3 Getting Started
Setting up your work space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Opening the display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Restoring the preinstalled software from the backup media . . . 3-12
Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Using the TouchPad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Using the internal modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Using optical disc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Writing CDs on a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Writing CDs/DVDs on a DVD Super Multi drive supporting double
layer disc recording or DVD Super Multi drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
DLA for TOSHIBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
When Using WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Media Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
TV-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Setting up more than one display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
F1 ... F12 function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Keypad overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Generating ASCII characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6