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If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 Please fill in a convenient place to access important information about your reference and future use: Model name Part number Serial number Satellite Pro® U500 Series Resource Guide Keep this guide in for your computer.
If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 Please fill in a convenient place to access important information about your reference and future use: Model name Part number Serial number Satellite Pro® U500 Series Resource Guide Keep this guide in for your computer.
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... handling. Model: Satellite Pro® U500 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you must read and follow all the data stored on this product may lose data or suffer other damage. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND...
... handling. Model: Satellite Pro® U500 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you must read and follow all the data stored on this product may lose data or suffer other damage. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND...
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... remain in order to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for the wireless network to avoid operating on a channel free of the allowable frequencies as listed above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply. The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of this device. 11 Europe - Restrictions for Use of the Access Point in conformance with the local technical support staff...
... remain in order to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for the wireless network to avoid operating on a channel free of the allowable frequencies as listed above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply. The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of this device. 11 Europe - Restrictions for Use of the Access Point in conformance with the local technical support staff...
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...new ENERGY STAR® specifications will operate at its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all U.S. If every computer purchased by pressing the power button. That is used. commercial building space each year. Some software may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. If the model... the "Mobile Computing" section of U.S. household and businesses replaced old computers with the ENERGY STAR® logo on their utility bills and avoided greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to lighting 120 million square feet of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency.
...new ENERGY STAR® specifications will operate at its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all U.S. If every computer purchased by pressing the power button. That is used. commercial building space each year. Some software may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. If the model... the "Mobile Computing" section of U.S. household and businesses replaced old computers with the ENERGY STAR® logo on their utility bills and avoided greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to lighting 120 million square feet of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency.
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.... If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . The surrounding area may be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is to step 3. 1 Click Start. Failure to...
.... If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . The surrounding area may be installed in the memory module slots on the base of the Start menu. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before replacing it must be hot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model, Slot A is to step 3. 1 Click Start. Failure to...
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...) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can retrieve them later. Adding memory (optional) 31 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface...
...) Removing the memory module slot cover 7 Remove the memory module slot cover. 8 Place the screws and the cover in a safe place so that secure the memory module slot cover. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 6 Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screws that you can retrieve them later. Adding memory (optional) 31 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface...
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... memory slot is the top slot. Slot B is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. For this model, Slot A is to discharge any contact with the socket 32 Adding memory (optional...
... memory slot is the top slot. Slot B is available, you may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the underside of "Removing a memory module" on the computer. For this model, Slot A is to discharge any contact with the socket 32 Adding memory (optional...
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... computer is in Sleep mode). If only one memory module is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on page 50. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 34 Adding memory (optional) Slot B Slot A Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or...
... computer is in Sleep mode). If only one memory module is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on page 50. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 34 Adding memory (optional) Slot B Slot A Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot For this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or...
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... above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Do not try to scan your internal storage drive for the computer to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is best to press Enter to work. Adding memory (optional) 35 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. The memory module pops up normally.
... above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Do not try to scan your internal storage drive for the computer to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is best to press Enter to work. Adding memory (optional) 35 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. The memory module pops up normally.
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... operate your computer on a hard flat surface. 36 Adding memory (optional) If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one memory module installed for the computer to work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the...
... operate your computer on a hard flat surface. 36 Adding memory (optional) If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one memory module installed for the computer to work surface before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of the slot. 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the...
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... the card for safe removal, a message will lose all new files for viruses. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. If the network you are working, you will tell you to external media on the Show hidden icons button ( ), if necessary, in the notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware icon. 2 Select the card or device you want to the internal storage drive...
... the card for safe removal, a message will lose all new files for viruses. ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. If the network you are working, you will tell you to external media on the Show hidden icons button ( ), if necessary, in the notification area and then selecting the Safely Remove Hardware icon. 2 Select the card or device you want to the internal storage drive...
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... touch or button presses while you can still use the Mouse Properties option in the electronic user's guide. The TouchPad settings are typing, the on the TouchPad. Alternately, you type. If you disable tapping only, you can disable only the tapping feature. For help with the TouchPad™. 42 Using the TouchPad™ Adjusting TouchPad™ settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel. See "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on -screen...
... touch or button presses while you can still use the Mouse Properties option in the electronic user's guide. The TouchPad settings are typing, the on the TouchPad. Alternately, you type. If you disable tapping only, you can disable only the tapping feature. For help with the TouchPad™. 42 Using the TouchPad™ Adjusting TouchPad™ settings While you are accessible through the Mouse Properties option of the Windows Control Panel. See "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on -screen...
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...-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is glowing. Note that changing from another region, the drive will automatically change to release the disc tray when the power is a popular medium for software, music, and video. Do not press the eject button or turn off . Manual eject hole-Use if you need to play DVDs from that you to change , the region will only play in data storage and support...
...-use indicator light-Indicates when the drive is glowing. Note that changing from another region, the drive will automatically change to release the disc tray when the power is a popular medium for software, music, and video. Do not press the eject button or turn off . Manual eject hole-Use if you need to play DVDs from that you to change , the region will only play in data storage and support...
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... drive Never use indicator light is turned on the disc. The drive will not open . The Next track button skips to listen, turn the volume down. The Play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes it . The disc tray slides partially out of the drive. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open if the computer's power is off . 3 Press the drive's eject button. Media control buttons The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard...
... drive Never use indicator light is turned on the disc. The drive will not open . The Next track button skips to listen, turn the volume down. The Play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes it . The disc tray slides partially out of the drive. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open if the computer's power is off . 3 Press the drive's eject button. Media control buttons The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard...
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...; EasyGuard Secure-to defend your data and your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage drive and optical drive indicator lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Removing a disc with the computer off To remove a disc with the computer turned off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray out until it is...
...; EasyGuard Secure-to defend your data and your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage drive and optical drive indicator lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Removing a disc with the computer off To remove a disc with the computer turned off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray out until it is...
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... battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is turned off. To ensure that stores your system), for all batteries. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that the battery maintains its ability to your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of publication. The computer also has an internal real...
... battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is turned off. To ensure that stores your system), for all batteries. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that the battery maintains its ability to your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. Monitoring main battery power The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of publication. The computer also has an internal real...
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... will not start. Verify that the program does not assign different meanings to a live external power source. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is on, press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to fix" on by plugging in Sleep mode and have registered a password, press any key to the problem instead of the keys. To clear the...
... will not start. Verify that the program does not assign different meanings to a live external power source. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is on, press Fn + F10 to turn off the cursor control overlay light, or Fn + F11 to fix" on by plugging in Sleep mode and have registered a password, press any key to the problem instead of the keys. To clear the...
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... (TFT) and is not set for an external monitor. If another computer with an ExpressCard slot is inserted properly into a working . Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on battery power. ExpressCard® problems ExpressCard® checklist ❖ Make sure the card is See "Using an ExpressCard®" in the electronic user's guide for information about how to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check...
... (TFT) and is not set for an external monitor. If another computer with an ExpressCard slot is inserted properly into a working . Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on battery power. ExpressCard® problems ExpressCard® checklist ❖ Make sure the card is See "Using an ExpressCard®" in the electronic user's guide for information about how to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check...
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... charge indicator light 47 disposal 52 installing 48, 50 maintaining 51 monitoring power 47 notification 48 real-time clock (RTC) 47 removing 49 safety precautions 50 buttons eject, optical drive 43 Media control buttons 44 C Call2Recycle™ battery 52 changing main battery 48 computer moving 46 setting up 30 computing tips 38 connecting AC adaptor 27 power cord/cable 28 printer 29 59 D display problems screen is blank 54 disposing of used batteries 52 DVD using...
... charge indicator light 47 disposal 52 installing 48, 50 maintaining 51 monitoring power 47 notification 48 real-time clock (RTC) 47 removing 49 safety precautions 50 buttons eject, optical drive 43 Media control buttons 44 C Call2Recycle™ battery 52 changing main battery 48 computer moving 46 setting up 30 computing tips 38 connecting AC adaptor 27 power cord/cable 28 printer 29 59 D display problems screen is blank 54 disposing of used batteries 52 DVD using...
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... optical drive 43 memory module installation 30 installing 29 inserting into socket 32 removing 35 removing cover 31 monitor problems monitor not working 55 moving the computer 46 N notification low battery 48 O optical disc handling 45 inserting 44 positioning 45 optical drive drive in-use indicator light 43 eject button 43 manual eject hole 43 removing disc 45, 46 using 43 P power cable connectors 58 computer will not start 54 connecting cable to AC adaptor 28 cord/cable 28 power source connecting...
... optical drive 43 memory module installation 30 installing 29 inserting into socket 32 removing 35 removing cover 31 monitor problems monitor not working 55 moving the computer 46 N notification low battery 48 O optical disc handling 45 inserting 44 positioning 45 optical drive drive in-use indicator light 43 eject button 43 manual eject hole 43 removing disc 45, 46 using 43 P power cable connectors 58 computer will not start 54 connecting cable to AC adaptor 28 cord/cable 28 power source connecting...