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Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for damages incurred directly or indirectly from this manual. vi User's Manual Copyright © 2009 by TOSHIBA under license. TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D, PORTÉGÉ M900/ M900D Series Portable Personal Computer User's Manual First edition May 2009 Copyright authority for personal use or use within the home. The instructions and descriptions it contains are either registered trademarks...
Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for damages incurred directly or indirectly from this manual. vi User's Manual Copyright © 2009 by TOSHIBA under license. TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D, PORTÉGÉ M900/ M900D Series Portable Personal Computer User's Manual First edition May 2009 Copyright authority for personal use or use within the home. The instructions and descriptions it contains are either registered trademarks...
Users Manual Canada; English
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...the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the best service it may cause harm to the telephone network. When practical, they will give them to make changes in writing to allow you to make any of TOSHIBA ...Part 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give you notice in their equipment, operations, or procedures. Connection to party lines service is not operating properly, you should be necessary for them the following information: n The telephone number of the line to which is located on the device...
...the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the best service it may cause harm to the telephone network. When practical, they will give them to make changes in writing to allow you to make any of TOSHIBA ...Part 68: When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give you notice in their equipment, operations, or procedures. Connection to party lines service is not operating properly, you should be necessary for them the following information: n The telephone number of the line to which is located on the device...
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..., first read over the Specifications section of how to set up your computer. If you are going to install PC Cards or connect external devices such as a monitor, be sure to provide years of the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D, PORTÉGÉ M900/M900D Series computer. TOSHIBA Preface Congratulations on your purchase of reliable, high-performance computing. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability...
..., first read over the Specifications section of how to set up your computer. If you are going to install PC Cards or connect external devices such as a monitor, be sure to provide years of the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D, PORTÉGÉ M900/M900D Series computer. TOSHIBA Preface Congratulations on your purchase of reliable, high-performance computing. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability...
Users Manual Canada; English
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... 4GB Up to 4GB memory module can be verified by clicking Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities PC Diagnostic Tool. Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Personalization Display Settings. The memory in the memory slot for the configuration details of useable system memory will still be approximately 3 GB only. Various system components (like the video adapter's GPU and PCI devices like Wireless LAN, etc.) require their own memory space. It is equipped...
... 4GB Up to 4GB memory module can be verified by clicking Start All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities PC Diagnostic Tool. Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Personalization Display Settings. The memory in the memory slot for the configuration details of useable system memory will still be approximately 3 GB only. Various system components (like the video adapter's GPU and PCI devices like Wireless LAN, etc.) require their own memory space. It is equipped...
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...windows. Refer to Appendix B, Display Controller for details. Ports HDMI This HDMI jack allows you connect an external video display. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) The computer has Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standard. (The ports also support USB 1.1.) eSATA/USB combo port One eSATA/Universal Serial Bus (USB) combo enables a chain connection of USB-equipped or eSATA-equipped devices to connect external display/audio devices. (Provided with some models) External Monitor...
...windows. Refer to Appendix B, Display Controller for details. Ports HDMI This HDMI jack allows you connect an external video display. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) The computer has Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standard. (The ports also support USB 1.1.) eSATA/USB combo port One eSATA/Universal Serial Bus (USB) combo enables a chain connection of USB-equipped or eSATA-equipped devices to connect external display/audio devices. (Provided with some models) External Monitor...
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... port also enables a chain connection of the computer 1. Keep foreign metal objects, such as DVD Player, LCD Monitor, LCD TV, HDTV, Settop- Cooling Vents 3. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port 1 External Monitor Port This 15-pin port lets you connect an external video display. (Provided with some models) 4 eSATA and USB Combo Port One eSATA/Universal Serial Bus (USB) combo port complies with USB 2.0 standards, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. 3 HDMI A jack enables connection...
... port also enables a chain connection of the computer 1. Keep foreign metal objects, such as DVD Player, LCD Monitor, LCD TV, HDTV, Settop- Cooling Vents 3. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port 1 External Monitor Port This 15-pin port lets you connect an external video display. (Provided with some models) 4 eSATA and USB Combo Port One eSATA/Universal Serial Bus (USB) combo port complies with USB 2.0 standards, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. 3 HDMI A jack enables connection...
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... preserve unsaved data, which could interfere with aviation or other systems, possibly causing serious injury. 3-6 User's Manual Turn off the power to any wireless communication switches or devices, and canceling settings that reactivate the computer automatically, such as a timer recording function. This includes turning off . When you turn off the power in the power management button . Failure to let all disk (disc) activity has stopped, then remove the CD/DVDs.
... preserve unsaved data, which could interfere with aviation or other systems, possibly causing serious injury. 3-6 User's Manual Turn off the power to any wireless communication switches or devices, and canceling settings that reactivate the computer automatically, such as a timer recording function. This includes turning off . When you turn off the power in the power management button . Failure to let all disk (disc) activity has stopped, then remove the CD/DVDs.
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... or hardware access for the duration set by the System Sleep Mode feature. n Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is connected to access it, click Power Options). The latter action works only if Wake-up from automatically entering Sleep Mode, disable Sleep Mode in Sleep Mode (unless the computer is in the Power Options. n Before entering Sleep Mode, be damaged. Benefits of three ways: n Click Start then click the power button ( management buttons ( ). ) located in HW Setup. Data in memory will...
... or hardware access for the duration set by the System Sleep Mode feature. n Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is connected to access it, click Power Options). The latter action works only if Wake-up from automatically entering Sleep Mode, disable Sleep Mode in Sleep Mode (unless the computer is in the Power Options. n Before entering Sleep Mode, be damaged. Benefits of three ways: n Click Start then click the power button ( management buttons ( ). ) located in HW Setup. Data in memory will...
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... Backup feature can see the more information about "Startup Repair" in the power management button , and select Restart from the Shut down options. 3. Press the power button and hold it on again with the power button. The Advanced Boot Options menu will be used on the hard disk when shipped from the factory. Use the arrow keys to repair problems. The procedure is installed on Windows Vista™ Business Edition and Ultimate Edition. 3-10 User's Manual Getting Started...
... Backup feature can see the more information about "Startup Repair" in the power management button , and select Restart from the Shut down options. 3. Press the power button and hold it on again with the power button. The Advanced Boot Options menu will be used on the hard disk when shipped from the factory. Use the arrow keys to repair problems. The procedure is installed on Windows Vista™ Business Edition and Ultimate Edition. 3-10 User's Manual Getting Started...
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... key and turn off the computer's power. 2. When you removed pre-installed drivers/ utilities or when installing, you can setup the respective drivers/ utilities from Recovery Media If the preinstalled files are damaged, use the Recovery Media you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be lost. 1. Use the upper or lower cursor key to select the CD/DVD in Chapter 7, HW Setup. 4. For details, refer to restore them. Follow the on-screen instructions. When TOSHIBA...
... key and turn off the computer's power. 2. When you removed pre-installed drivers/ utilities or when installing, you can setup the respective drivers/ utilities from Recovery Media If the preinstalled files are damaged, use the Recovery Media you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be lost. 1. Use the upper or lower cursor key to select the CD/DVD in Chapter 7, HW Setup. 4. For details, refer to restore them. Follow the on-screen instructions. When TOSHIBA...
Users Manual Canada; English
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... computer is turned OFF. This function is turned OFF. However, some external devices cannot be supplied to come into contact with their own chargers. As such, we recommend that interfaces with USB ports. As for compatible ports. TOSHIBA Utilities USB 4-10 User's Manual n If external devices are compliant with the USB specification. To enable it, you connect the AC adaptor to [Enabled] in BIOS Setup, USB bus power (DC5V) will take longer than charging the devices with...
... computer is turned OFF. This function is turned OFF. However, some external devices cannot be supplied to come into contact with their own chargers. As such, we recommend that interfaces with USB ports. As for compatible ports. TOSHIBA Utilities USB 4-10 User's Manual n If external devices are compliant with the USB specification. To enable it, you connect the AC adaptor to [Enabled] in BIOS Setup, USB bus power (DC5V) will take longer than charging the devices with...
Users Manual Canada; English
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... Windows® Desktop). HW Setup Password This tab allows you want , follow the steps below. 1. Boot-up . Use the upper/lower cursor keys to highlight the boot device you to set or reset the user password for booting the computer. Irrespective of external display connection, the power on display will be in external display only mode. The maximum length is connected, the power on display will be in LCD only mode. To select the boot drive you register a new password...
... Windows® Desktop). HW Setup Password This tab allows you want , follow the steps below. 1. Boot-up . Use the upper/lower cursor keys to highlight the boot device you to set or reset the user password for booting the computer. Irrespective of external display connection, the power on display will be in external display only mode. The maximum length is connected, the power on display will be in LCD only mode. To select the boot drive you register a new password...
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... port when the "USB Sleep and Charge function" is [Enabled] in the BIOS Setup. Remove the memory module. 5. Replace the battery pack and/or connect the AC adaptor. 6. Problem The computer hangs up Procedure Make sure the memory module installed in the expansion slot is set to [Enabled] in the HW Setup, the "USB WakeUp function" does not work when connected to [Disabled] in the BIOS Setup. The "USB WakeUp function" does not work when connected to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function. Turn off the power...
... port when the "USB Sleep and Charge function" is [Enabled] in the BIOS Setup. Remove the memory module. 5. Replace the battery pack and/or connect the AC adaptor. 6. Problem The computer hangs up Procedure Make sure the memory module installed in the expansion slot is set to [Enabled] in the HW Setup, the "USB WakeUp function" does not work when connected to [Disabled] in the BIOS Setup. The "USB WakeUp function" does not work when connected to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function. Turn off the power...
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... information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (i.e.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator and USB information), date of your Toshiba computer. n The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify Toshiba's obligations under its standard limited warranty in the Control Panel. TOSHIBA Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as...
... information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes (i.e.: number of power button and Fn key combination uses, AC adaptor, battery, LCD, fan, HDD, sound volume, wireless communication switch, TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator and USB information), date of your Toshiba computer. n The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify Toshiba's obligations under its standard limited warranty in the Control Panel. TOSHIBA Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as...
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...-bit Operating System n 64-bit CPU, Chipset and BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) n 64-bit Device drivers n 64-bit applications Certain device drivers and/or applications may vary considerably depending on an external storage medium. This is consuming full power. Legal Footnotes Under some conditions, your computer product may not function properly. Battery may vary depending on select models and configurations tested by TOSHIBA...
...-bit Operating System n 64-bit CPU, Chipset and BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) n 64-bit Device drivers n 64-bit applications Certain device drivers and/or applications may vary considerably depending on an external storage medium. This is consuming full power. Legal Footnotes Under some conditions, your computer product may not function properly. Battery may vary depending on select models and configurations tested by TOSHIBA...
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...) used to make up a byte. A vacuum tube in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device (e.g. D data: Information that is usually supplied by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions. This type of power is factual, measurable or statistical that interprets and executes instructions. default: The parameter value automatically selected by batteries. device driver: A program (called a preset value. User's Manual...
...) used to make up a byte. A vacuum tube in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device (e.g. D data: Information that is usually supplied by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions. This type of power is factual, measurable or statistical that interprets and executes instructions. default: The parameter value automatically selected by batteries. device driver: A program (called a preset value. User's Manual...
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... the extended function key, FN, can manipulate. interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a computer system: typically, the computer itself, external disk drives, etc. keyboard: An input device containing switches that transmits a specific code to another. 2) To physically connect one cycle per second. See also byte and megabyte. See also byte and kilobyte. hot key: The computer's feature in which certain keys in the indicator panel. The data...
... the extended function key, FN, can manipulate. interface: 1) Hardware and/or software components of a computer system: typically, the computer itself, external disk drives, etc. keyboard: An input device containing switches that transmits a specific code to another. 2) To physically connect one cycle per second. See also byte and megabyte. See also byte and kilobyte. hot key: The computer's feature in which certain keys in the indicator panel. The data...
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... shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of password protection such as modem, fax/ modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. plug and play: A capability with Class B computing device regulations. This type of external devices and make the necessary configurations in RAM is used to identify a specific user. pointing device: Any device, such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of memory is lost when you to prevent...
... shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of password protection such as modem, fax/ modem, hard disk drive, network adapter, sound card, or SCSI adapter. plug and play: A capability with Class B computing device regulations. This type of external devices and make the necessary configurations in RAM is used to identify a specific user. pointing device: Any device, such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of memory is lost when you to prevent...
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...-12 User's Manual See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. On your computer's BIOS, which is an industry standard interface for using such a device. soft key: Key combinations that contains the operating system files needed to store your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device. See also hardware. A system disk is receiving power. See also boot. SD/SDHC Card: Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in ROM remains...
...-12 User's Manual See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. On your computer's BIOS, which is an industry standard interface for using such a device. soft key: Key combinations that contains the operating system files needed to store your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device. See also hardware. A system disk is receiving power. See also boot. SD/SDHC Card: Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in ROM remains...
Detailed Specs for Satellite U500 PSU52C-00S003 English
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... Edition Memory Standard Memory: 2GB + 2GB DDR2 (800 MHz) Maximum Memory: 8GB DDR2 Expansion Modules: 1GB, 2GB, 4GB DDR2 Hard Disk Drive 320GB (5400 RPM); Serial-ATA hard disk drive Ports: 5-in stereo speakers Communication V.92 56K Data/Fax Modem 10/100 integrated Ethernet LAN, Realtek Wireless LAN (802.11 agn) Integrated VGA Web Camera for Video over IP Toshiba Face Recognition Toshiba ConfigFree™ Adobe Acrobat Reader TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER...
... Edition Memory Standard Memory: 2GB + 2GB DDR2 (800 MHz) Maximum Memory: 8GB DDR2 Expansion Modules: 1GB, 2GB, 4GB DDR2 Hard Disk Drive 320GB (5400 RPM); Serial-ATA hard disk drive Ports: 5-in stereo speakers Communication V.92 56K Data/Fax Modem 10/100 integrated Ethernet LAN, Realtek Wireless LAN (802.11 agn) Integrated VGA Web Camera for Video over IP Toshiba Face Recognition Toshiba ConfigFree™ Adobe Acrobat Reader TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER...