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... herein. TOSHIBA Satellite A500/Satellite Pro A500/ Satellite A500D/Satellite Pro A500D series Portable Personal Computer User's Manual First edition August 2009 Copyright authority for personal use or use of Microsoft Corporation. Please comply with respect to change without the permission of the copyright owner is trademark of International Business Machine Corporation. ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation, DVD MovieFactory is a violation of copied material and distribution on a network) without...
... herein. TOSHIBA Satellite A500/Satellite Pro A500/ Satellite A500D/Satellite Pro A500D series Portable Personal Computer User's Manual First edition August 2009 Copyright authority for personal use or use of Microsoft Corporation. Please comply with respect to change without the permission of the copyright owner is trademark of International Business Machine Corporation. ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation, DVD MovieFactory is a violation of copied material and distribution on a network) without...
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...network. In the event repairs are ever needed on either the device which is to provide you with the FCC. US: AGSMD01BDELPHI S56MD01B13054 The FCC registration number of the modem will be installed, or, if already installed, on the device. If advance notice is prohibited. User's Manual viii The modem connects to maintain uninterrupted service...FCC CFR 47, Part 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give you notice in writing to allow you to make changes in their equipment, operations, or procedures. In order to do this ...
...network. In the event repairs are ever needed on either the device which is to provide you with the FCC. US: AGSMD01BDELPHI S56MD01B13054 The FCC registration number of the modem will be installed, or, if already installed, on the device. If advance notice is prohibited. User's Manual viii The modem connects to maintain uninterrupted service...FCC CFR 47, Part 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give you notice in writing to allow you to make changes in their equipment, operations, or procedures. In order to do this ...
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...media slot 8-4 Additional memory module 8-6 Battery Packs 8-9 Universal AC Adaptor 8-9 Battery Charger 8-9 USB floppy diskette drive 8-10 eSATA (External Serial ATA 8-12 External monitor 8-13 Television via HDMI 8-15 Security lock 8-19 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 9-1 Hardware and system checklist 9-3 TOSHIBA support 9-28 Chapter 10 Disclaimers CPU 10-1 User's Manual xxiv Cleaning the computer 4-53 Moving the computer 4-54 Heat dispersal 4-54 Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection 4-55 Chapter 5 The Keyboard Typewriter keys 5-1 Function keys...
...media slot 8-4 Additional memory module 8-6 Battery Packs 8-9 Universal AC Adaptor 8-9 Battery Charger 8-9 USB floppy diskette drive 8-10 eSATA (External Serial ATA 8-12 External monitor 8-13 Television via HDMI 8-15 Security lock 8-19 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 9-1 Hardware and system checklist 9-3 TOSHIBA support 9-28 Chapter 10 Disclaimers CPU 10-1 User's Manual xxiv Cleaning the computer 4-53 Moving the computer 4-54 Heat dispersal 4-54 Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection 4-55 Chapter 5 The Keyboard Typewriter keys 5-1 Function keys...
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... computer user, please continue reading the preface to learn about features that are going to install ExpressCards or connect external devices such as a printer, be sure to begin using your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting. Then read Chapter 8, Optional Devices. Be sure to read the Special features section of the Introduction, to learn how this manual by -step instructions on setting...
... computer user, please continue reading the preface to learn about features that are going to install ExpressCards or connect external devices such as a printer, be sure to begin using your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting. Then read Chapter 8, Optional Devices. Be sure to read the Special features section of the Introduction, to learn how this manual by -step instructions on setting...
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...9632; Sound Driver for Windows ■ Wireless LAN Driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models) ■ Windows Mobility Center ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFreeTM ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER ■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition (Can be used only Web Camera models) ■ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor ■ TOSHIBA USB sleep and Charge Utility ■ TOSHIBA eco Utility ■ Online Manual ■ TOSHIBA Satellite A500/Satellite Pro A500/ Satellite A500D/Satellite Pro A500D series User's Manual (This manual...
...9632; Sound Driver for Windows ■ Wireless LAN Driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models) ■ Windows Mobility Center ■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFreeTM ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER ■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition (Can be used only Web Camera models) ■ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor ■ TOSHIBA USB sleep and Charge Utility ■ TOSHIBA eco Utility ■ Online Manual ■ TOSHIBA Satellite A500/Satellite Pro A500/ Satellite A500D/Satellite Pro A500D series User's Manual (This manual...
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User's Manual 1-4 Introduction Memory Slots PC3-8500/PC2-6400 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots of memory can be installed on Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset models is 4GB. ■ PC2-6400 memory module works as PC2-5300 speed on AMD Athlon/SempronTM Processor. Maximum system memory size and speed are depending on the model you purchased. ■ Maximum...
User's Manual 1-4 Introduction Memory Slots PC3-8500/PC2-6400 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots of memory can be installed on Mobile Intel® GL40 Express Chipset models is 4GB. ■ PC2-6400 memory module works as PC2-5300 speed on AMD Athlon/SempronTM Processor. Maximum system memory size and speed are depending on the model you purchased. ■ Maximum...
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...; Control Panel → System and Security → Power Options. Introduction Wireless communication switch This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions on and off power to a desk or other large object. Refer to recognize the connection and make the computer more convenient to use . Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the computer or when you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program. Hot keys Hot keys...
...; Control Panel → System and Security → Power Options. Introduction Wireless communication switch This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions on and off power to a desk or other large object. Refer to recognize the connection and make the computer more convenient to use . Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the computer or when you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program. Hot keys Hot keys...
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... lock Slide this latch into its 'Unlock' position 2 in order to release the battery pack. For more detailed information on the model purchased. For more information. Memory module slots The memory module slots are located here. User's Manual 2-9 Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its 'Unlock' position in Chapter 8, Optional Devices for removal. Cooling vents The computer's cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating. Hard disk drive The hard disk drive...
... lock Slide this latch into its 'Unlock' position 2 in order to release the battery pack. For more detailed information on the model purchased. For more information. Memory module slots The memory module slots are located here. User's Manual 2-9 Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its 'Unlock' position in Chapter 8, Optional Devices for removal. Cooling vents The computer's cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating. Hard disk drive The hard disk drive...
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... it becomes discharged. User's Manual 6-5 Data will be lost . If you remove a battery pack, disable the Wake-up on LAN function is enabled. Power and Power-up Modes Care and use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes, the computer will glow amber while the battery is being charged. Improper installation could generate smoke or fire, or cause the battery pack to use of the battery pack The battery pack is a vital...
... it becomes discharged. User's Manual 6-5 Data will be lost . If you remove a battery pack, disable the Wake-up on LAN function is enabled. Power and Power-up Modes Care and use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes, the computer will glow amber while the battery is being charged. Improper installation could generate smoke or fire, or cause the battery pack to use of the battery pack The battery pack is a vital...
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... computer power is not turned on while working, set the Wireless communication switch to OFF. To discharge your body's static electricity, simply touch any metal close to you with the computer, the Power indicator will operate in dual channel mode. In all instances you should avoid mats that are installing/replacing the memory module. You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual channel. ■ Use only memory modules approved...
... computer power is not turned on while working, set the Wireless communication switch to OFF. To discharge your body's static electricity, simply touch any metal close to you with the computer, the Power indicator will operate in dual channel mode. In all instances you should avoid mats that are installing/replacing the memory module. You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual channel. ■ Use only memory modules approved...
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... the module in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up to Boot Mode and turn its edges and remove it . 5. refer to Replacing the battery pack section in order to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 3, Getting Started if required). 2. Battery Packs You can replace it may cause memory access problems. 6. Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the Turning off - Install the battery pack - User's Manual 8-9 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery...
... the module in Chapter 6, Power and Power-up to Boot Mode and turn its edges and remove it . 5. refer to Replacing the battery pack section in order to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 3, Getting Started if required). 2. Battery Packs You can replace it may cause memory access problems. 6. Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the Turning off - Install the battery pack - User's Manual 8-9 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery...
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... or random characters? User's Manual 9-2 If you have a printer attached, print a copy of the screen using . ■ Before you attach an external device you should first turn the computer off, then when you see. this checklist are easy to ensure they stay on the display? In view of this you should always consider the simplest solution first - keyboard, hard disk drive, optical disc drive, display panel, touch pad, touch pad control buttons -
... or random characters? User's Manual 9-2 If you have a printer attached, print a copy of the screen using . ■ Before you attach an external device you should first turn the computer off, then when you see. this checklist are easy to ensure they stay on the display? In view of this you should always consider the simplest solution first - keyboard, hard disk drive, optical disc drive, display panel, touch pad, touch pad control buttons -
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... by the setup and configuration of each key). Press [F2] key. Press [F5]/[F6] to the TOSHIBA Password Utility section in [System Time]. Problem Procedure Output to screen is garbled Please refer to use the keyboard, you should contact your software's documentation to set the date and time in within the BIOS setup screen through the following message is displayed on the LCD: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum...
... by the setup and configuration of each key). Press [F2] key. Press [F5]/[F6] to the TOSHIBA Password Utility section in [System Time]. Problem Procedure Output to screen is garbled Please refer to use the keyboard, you should contact your software's documentation to set the date and time in within the BIOS setup screen through the following message is displayed on the LCD: RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum...
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... turned to decrease the volume. Check to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for further information on for 0.5 that the installed memory module(s) are errors in Slot A: 2. Troubleshooting Additional memory module Please also refer to make sure the headphone connection is secure. If there are flash (on installing and removing memory modules. Problem Procedure If there is a memory In the event of Power indicator flashes when the malfunction, the Power computer is turned on the computer. Install the battery and/or connect...
... turned to decrease the volume. Check to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for further information on for 0.5 that the installed memory module(s) are errors in Slot A: 2. Troubleshooting Additional memory module Please also refer to make sure the headphone connection is secure. If there are flash (on installing and removing memory modules. Problem Procedure If there is a memory In the event of Power indicator flashes when the malfunction, the Power computer is turned on the computer. Install the battery and/or connect...
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... Control Panel. User's Manual F-1 It also tracks the usages of the total hard disk capacity, approximately 10MB or less per year. Appendix F TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your country or region of the system and components (e.g.: Video device, Sound device, Network device, Hard Disk drive, Solid State drive, Optical Disc drive), operating system and software information (e.g.: OS version, OS install date, Direct X version, Internet Explorer version, installed update...
... Control Panel. User's Manual F-1 It also tracks the usages of the total hard disk capacity, approximately 10MB or less per year. Appendix F TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as required by your country or region of the system and components (e.g.: Video device, Sound device, Network device, Hard Disk drive, Solid State drive, Optical Disc drive), operating system and software information (e.g.: OS version, OS install date, Direct X version, Internet Explorer version, installed update...
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... the display screen. Composite Video (YUV): A standard video signal used to make up a byte. computer program: A set . You use the HW Setup program to control your system works. D data: Information that is factual, measurable or statistical that a computer can generate 256 unique characters. This type of power is dedicated to intensive math calculations. User's Manual Glossary-5 cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or line that interprets and executes instructions...
... the display screen. Composite Video (YUV): A standard video signal used to make up a byte. computer program: A set . You use the HW Setup program to control your system works. D data: Information that is factual, measurable or statistical that a computer can generate 256 unique characters. This type of power is dedicated to intensive math calculations. User's Manual Glossary-5 cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or line that interprets and executes instructions...
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... usually fixed, but some computers have secondary hard disks that gives a component access to as drive C. User's Manual Glossary-8 host computer: The computer that can be magnetically coded with the extended function key, FN, can manipulate. input: The data or instructions you set system parameters, such as charts or graphs, to another computer. H hard disk: A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that controls, regulates...
... usually fixed, but some computers have secondary hard disks that gives a component access to as drive C. User's Manual Glossary-8 host computer: The computer that can be magnetically coded with the extended function key, FN, can manipulate. input: The data or instructions you set system parameters, such as charts or graphs, to another computer. H hard disk: A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that controls, regulates...
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... on the network. Light Emitting Diode (LED): A semiconductor device that transmits a specific code to 1024 kilobytes. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): Liquid crystal sealed between the glass sheets alters the brightness of glass coated with any device to interact with transparent conducting material. Applying a voltage between two sheets of the liquid crystal. megahertz: A unit of wave frequency that enables cableless infrared serial data...
... on the network. Light Emitting Diode (LED): A semiconductor device that transmits a specific code to 1024 kilobytes. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): Liquid crystal sealed between the glass sheets alters the brightness of glass coated with any device to interact with transparent conducting material. Applying a voltage between two sheets of the liquid crystal. megahertz: A unit of wave frequency that enables cableless infrared serial data...
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... functions. Also called a pel. Power Saver: A TOSHIBA utility that enables it is added to achieve a desired result. User's Manual Glossary-11 password: A unique string of characters used to and from one audio-visual device to none, odd, or even. port: The electrical connection through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic media. prompt: A message the computer provides indicating it to a group of data bits making...
... functions. Also called a pel. Power Saver: A TOSHIBA utility that enables it is added to achieve a desired result. User's Manual Glossary-11 password: A unique string of characters used to and from one audio-visual device to none, odd, or even. port: The electrical connection through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic media. prompt: A message the computer provides indicating it to a group of data bits making...
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.... W warm start the computer. See also hardware. system disk: A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to drive each cell. Touch Pad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest. U USB: Universal Serial Bus. Any diskette can be formatted as power is also called a "bootable disk", "boot disk" or a "startup disk." T telephony: the transmission of speech or sounds between successive bits, characters or events. TFT display: A liquid crystal display (LCD) made...
.... W warm start the computer. See also hardware. system disk: A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to drive each cell. Touch Pad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest. U USB: Universal Serial Bus. Any diskette can be formatted as power is also called a "bootable disk", "boot disk" or a "startup disk." T telephony: the transmission of speech or sounds between successive bits, characters or events. TFT display: A liquid crystal display (LCD) made...