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... SYSTEMS, INC. ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. Model: Satellite Pro® U500 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may lose data or suffer other damage. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up copies of...
... SYSTEMS, INC. ("TOSHIBA"), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. Model: Satellite Pro® U500 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and Associated Software Warranty The computer system you purchased may lose data or suffer other damage. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up copies of...
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... call the telephone company and let them to make any other number for information. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of the telephone...
... call the telephone company and let them to make any other number for information. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on the first page of the telephone...
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... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 68 Creating recovery DVDs/media 70 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting the display device 80 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 81 Adjusting the quality of the external display......82 Using an external keyboard 82 Using a mouse...
... without changing the internal storage drive partitions 68 Creating recovery DVDs/media 70 Restoring from recovery DVDs/media 71 Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 74 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Adjusting TouchPad™ settings 78 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 79 Using external display devices 79 Connecting the display device 80 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 81 Adjusting the quality of the external display......82 Using an external keyboard 82 Using a mouse...
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...162 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 163 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 166 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......166 USB Sleep and Charge 166 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 168 Power supply mode settings 168 Battery settings 168 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 169 TOSHIBA Button Support 170 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint utility limitations 172 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....172 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 173 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service...
...162 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 163 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 166 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......166 USB Sleep and Charge 166 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 168 Power supply mode settings 168 Battery settings 168 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 169 TOSHIBA Button Support 170 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint utility limitations 172 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....172 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 173 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service...
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... upside down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Slot B is the bottom slot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer...
... upside down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off . 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Slot B is the bottom slot. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer...
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58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause...
58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it correctly as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause...
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... memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 52 to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The memory module pops up the next time you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could be lost. When Safe Mode...
... memory module while the computer is in "Installing a memory module" on page 52 to go into Safe Mode, then shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. The memory module pops up the next time you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. NOTE The following screen may need to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in Sleep or Hibernation mode. The computer could be lost. When Safe Mode...
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... slot. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer is in serious injury. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove...
... slot. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer is in serious injury. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove...
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... installed via the Toshiba Application Installer). Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you are connecting a television or other end of its capabilities which allows devices to your computer. ❖ Turn on the computer. Connecting to a TV using the Fn + F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function...
... installed via the Toshiba Application Installer). Your computer will automatically detect the external display device. Selecting video cables To connect a device to the HDMI™ Out port, you are connecting a television or other end of its capabilities which allows devices to your computer. ❖ Turn on the computer. Connecting to a TV using the Fn + F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function...
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... power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 158 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window...
... power-on password functions: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. 158 Utilities Setting passwords To register a password for the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, TOSHIBA, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the User Password icon. 4 Click Registered. 5 Enter your password, and then enter it again to verify. 6 Click OK. 7 Click OK to remove the user password. The TOSHIBA Assist window...
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It alerts users to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of initial system use, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for your computer. This information is used to entities...
It alerts users to specific system conditions via the Windows® Control Panel. The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (e.g.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, and AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, docking and USB information), date of initial system use, and also computer and device usage (e.g.: power settings, battery temperature and recharging, CPU, memory, and temperatures for your computer. This information is used to entities...
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... Wrong The Windows® operating system is on. The battery light is blinking when the computer is not working 185 plug fits correctly in the DC-IN socket. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. See "Contacting Toshiba" on , this indicates a power mismatch. The labels on the bottom of these problems, use the...
... Wrong The Windows® operating system is on. The battery light is blinking when the computer is not working 185 plug fits correctly in the DC-IN socket. If the specifications do not match, locate and use the options in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device. See "Contacting Toshiba" on , this indicates a power mismatch. The labels on the bottom of these problems, use the...
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... keys. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the software you through the display options. If you connected may have registered a password, press any key to any key. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. The keyboard you are off the cursor control overlay light...
... keys. Display problems Here are using the built-in screen, make sure the software you through the display options. If you connected may have registered a password, press any key to any key. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will advance you are some typical display problems and their solutions: The screen is not set for an external monitor. The keyboard you are off the cursor control overlay light...
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... battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that represents a function, file, or program. When you turn the computer off . The decentralized, world-wide network of data. The ability to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Memory cache installed on the screen that enables...
... battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that represents a function, file, or program. When you turn the computer off . The decentralized, world-wide network of data. The ability to interact with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as a mouse. Memory cache installed on the screen that enables...
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... changing 126 charge indicator light 48, 119 charge not lasting 190 charging 48, 117 conserving power 122 disposal 131 installing 126, 128 low charge 121 maintaining 130 monitoring power 48, 119 242 not charging 190 notifications 121 power plan 218 power plan hot key 124 real-time clock (RTC) 116, 118 remaining power 120 removing 126 safety precautions 129 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 135 buttons eject, optical drive 108 Media control buttons 109 C Call2Recycle™ battery...
... changing 126 charge indicator light 48, 119 charge not lasting 190 charging 48, 117 conserving power 122 disposal 131 installing 126, 128 low charge 121 maintaining 130 monitoring power 48, 119 242 not charging 190 notifications 121 power plan 218 power plan hot key 124 real-time clock (RTC) 116, 118 remaining power 120 removing 126 safety precautions 129 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup button power 50 start 135 buttons eject, optical drive 108 Media control buttons 109 C Call2Recycle™ battery...
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... files/trouble accessing a drive 193 running slow 194 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 194 cannot read a diskette 194 display does not look normal/flickers 192 external monitor not working 192 display device connecting 80 external 79 display output settings 81 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 191 display, external adjusting 82 disposal information 28 disposing of used batteries 131 DVD using 107 DVD player general problems 201 E EasyGuard® 115 eject button optical drive 108 eject, optical drive 108...
... files/trouble accessing a drive 193 running slow 194 diskette drive cannot insert a diskette 194 cannot read a diskette 194 display does not look normal/flickers 192 external monitor not working 192 display device connecting 80 external 79 display output settings 81 display panel opening 49 display problems screen is blank 191 display, external adjusting 82 disposal information 28 disposing of used batteries 131 DVD using 107 DVD player general problems 201 E EasyGuard® 115 eject button optical drive 108 eject, optical drive 108...
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... keys 99 function keys 99 H HDMI™ Out Port 79 headphones using 142 Help and Support Windows® operating system 187 Hibernation mode 85 configuring 89 hot key 220 starting again from 91 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 224 disabling or enabling wireless devices 223 display brightness 222 Hibernation mode 220 keyboard overlays 226 Lock (Instant security) 217 Output (Display switch) 221 power plan 218 Sleep mode 219 volume mute 216 Zoom (Display resolution) 225 zooming in 226 zooming out 226 Hot Key Cards 211 Hot key functions 215 hot key power...
... keys 99 function keys 99 H HDMI™ Out Port 79 headphones using 142 Help and Support Windows® operating system 187 Hibernation mode 85 configuring 89 hot key 220 starting again from 91 hot key disabling or enabling TouchPad™ 224 disabling or enabling wireless devices 223 display brightness 222 Hibernation mode 220 keyboard overlays 226 Lock (Instant security) 217 Output (Display switch) 221 power plan 218 Sleep mode 219 volume mute 216 Zoom (Display resolution) 225 zooming in 226 zooming out 226 Hot Key Cards 211 Hot key functions 215 hot key power...
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... 139 J jack RJ-11 138 K keyboard character keys 98 function keys 99 hot keys 226 not working 183 overlay keys 100 special Windows® keys 99 troubleshooting 191 unexpected characters 191 using 98 keyboard, external 82 keyboard, full-size 98 L light AC power 46 drive in-use indicator 108 lock computer, using 95 M main battery changing 126 installing 126, 128 removing 126 safety precautions 129 manual eject hole optical drive 108 memory adding 52 problem solving 189 removing memory module slot cover 54 Memory card reader inserting memory media 146 removing memory media 146 memory module...
... 139 J jack RJ-11 138 K keyboard character keys 98 function keys 99 hot keys 226 not working 183 overlay keys 100 special Windows® keys 99 troubleshooting 191 unexpected characters 191 using 98 keyboard, external 82 keyboard, full-size 98 L light AC power 46 drive in-use indicator 108 lock computer, using 95 M main battery changing 126 installing 126, 128 removing 126 safety precautions 129 manual eject hole optical drive 108 memory adding 52 problem solving 189 removing memory module slot cover 54 Memory card reader inserting memory media 146 removing memory media 146 memory module...
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... problems 195 removing disc 112, 113 troubleshooting 195 using 107 optical media recording 112 other documentation 41 overlay keys 100 P password deleting a supervisor 157 disabling a user 158 setting a user 157 supervisor set up 156 types 155 passwords instant, using 155 setting 155 port RGB 79 power computer will not start 182 connecting cable to AC adaptor 47 cord/cable 47 cord/cable connectors 227 energy-saving features 114 problem solving 189 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key...
... problems 195 removing disc 112, 113 troubleshooting 195 using 107 optical media recording 112 other documentation 41 overlay keys 100 P password deleting a supervisor 157 disabling a user 158 setting a user 157 supervisor set up 156 types 155 passwords instant, using 155 setting 155 port RGB 79 power computer will not start 182 connecting cable to AC adaptor 47 cord/cable 47 cord/cable connectors 227 energy-saving features 114 problem solving 189 turning on 50 power button 50 power plan hot key...
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... external keyboard 191 keyboard 191 optical drive 195 turning on the computer 50 turning on the power 50 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 207 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 166 USB Wakeup function does not work 207 USB-compatible printer 83 user password, disabling 158 user password, setting 157 using Memory card reader 145 using a file extension 105 Utilities 148 V video cables 80 video display device connecting 80 video projector adjusting display 82 W warranty standard limited warranty 41 Web 139 Web Camera using 143 Web sites 208 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 136 Windows...
... external keyboard 191 keyboard 191 optical drive 195 turning on the computer 50 turning on the power 50 U USB Sleep and Charge cannot use 207 USB Sleep and Charge Utility 166 USB Wakeup function does not work 207 USB-compatible printer 83 user password, disabling 158 user password, setting 157 using Memory card reader 145 using a file extension 105 Utilities 148 V video cables 80 video display device connecting 80 video projector adjusting display 82 W warranty standard limited warranty 41 Web 139 Web Camera using 143 Web sites 208 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 136 Windows...