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User's Manual Satellite U500/U500D Satellite Pro U500/U500D computers.toshiba-europe.com
User's Manual Satellite U500/U500D Satellite Pro U500/U500D computers.toshiba-europe.com
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The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are either registered trademarks or trademarks of this manual cannot be reproduced...
The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are either registered trademarks or trademarks of this manual cannot be reproduced...
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... or registered trademarks of Comformity This product is carrying the CE-Mark in case of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA's web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the model you purchased. Use of this manual. The complete and official EU Declaration of implemented...is labelled with the CE Mark in this copyright protection technology must be used in accordance with the related European Directives. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Dolby is a registered trademark of Notice For DVD Manufacturing License Agreement This product incorporates copyright protection technology ...
... or registered trademarks of Comformity This product is carrying the CE-Mark in case of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA's web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the model you purchased. Use of this manual. The complete and official EU Declaration of implemented...is labelled with the CE Mark in this copyright protection technology must be used in accordance with the related European Directives. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Dolby is a registered trademark of Notice For DVD Manufacturing License Agreement This product incorporates copyright protection technology ...
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Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D This product and the original options are designed to provide assurance that the system (PC plus options/cables) still fulfils the required standards. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this case the persons who have connected/... voltage of 380 V three-phase is not permitted. Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that this product caused by disturbances generated by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. The consequences of the use of this product. However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that the electromagnetic compatibility of , or data loss...
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D This product and the original options are designed to provide assurance that the system (PC plus options/cables) still fulfils the required standards. TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this case the persons who have connected/... voltage of 380 V three-phase is not permitted. Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that this product caused by disturbances generated by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. The consequences of the use of this product. However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that the electromagnetic compatibility of , or data loss...
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.... For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country, please visit our website (http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com) or contact your local city office or the shop where you will be disposed of with the product. By participating...), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in separate collection of products and batteries, you purchased the product. GOST Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Following information is only for EU-member states: Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates ...
.... For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country, please visit our website (http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com) or contact your local city office or the shop where you will be disposed of with the product. By participating...), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in separate collection of products and batteries, you purchased the product. GOST Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Following information is only for EU-member states: Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates ...
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... and battery modes. According to the EPA, a computer meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set to our shared environment. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region where you purchased Disposing of the...power button. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government. ■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. Toshiba will meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to environmental considerations. Compliance ...
... and battery modes. According to the EPA, a computer meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set to our shared environment. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region where you purchased Disposing of the...power button. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government. ■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. Toshiba will meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to environmental considerations. Compliance ...
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Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Visit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www.energystar.gov for Turkey: ■ Compliant with EEE Regulations: Toshiba meets all , then it is shipped, the Class 1 Laser is certified to ISO 13406-2 standards. If the battery can not be counted as defect or ... the use of your display is certified to meet the United States Chapter 21 Standards of the Department of your computer. Optical disc drive standards TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D computer is shipped with one of IEC825 and EN60825.
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Visit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www.energystar.gov for Turkey: ■ Compliant with EEE Regulations: Toshiba meets all , then it is shipped, the Class 1 Laser is certified to ISO 13406-2 standards. If the battery can not be counted as defect or ... the use of your display is certified to meet the United States Chapter 21 Standards of the Department of your computer. Optical disc drive standards TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D computer is shipped with one of IEC825 and EN60825.
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... direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to check the international precautions at the end of this product, please read this section. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Manufacturer Type TEAC DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer) DV-W28S Panasonic Communications DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer) UJ870 TEAC...
... direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to check the international precautions at the end of this product, please read this section. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Manufacturer Type TEAC DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer) DV-W28S Panasonic Communications DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer) UJ870 TEAC...
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Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments or ...
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments or ...
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.... ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. x User's Manual Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. DVD Super Multi (+R Double Layer) GS20F ■ The DVD Super Multi Double Layer drive employs a laser...
.... ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. x User's Manual Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. DVD Super Multi (+R Double Layer) GS20F ■ The DVD Super Multi Double Layer drive employs a laser...
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Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Table of Contents Preface General Precautions Chapter 1 Introduction Equipment checklist 1-1 Special features 1-9 TOSHIBA Value Added Package 1-11 Utilities and Applications 1-12 Options 1-15 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 2-1 Left side ... TouchPad 4-1 USB Sleep and Charge function 4-2 Using the Function buttons 4-4 Using the Web Camera 4-5 Using the microphone 4-7 Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition 4-7 Using the optical disc drive 4-10 Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi Double Layer drives. . . . . . 4-16...
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Table of Contents Preface General Precautions Chapter 1 Introduction Equipment checklist 1-1 Special features 1-9 TOSHIBA Value Added Package 1-11 Utilities and Applications 1-12 Options 1-15 Chapter 2 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 2-1 Left side ... TouchPad 4-1 USB Sleep and Charge function 4-2 Using the Function buttons 4-4 Using the Web Camera 4-5 Using the microphone 4-7 Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition 4-7 Using the optical disc drive 4-10 Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi Double Layer drives. . . . . . 4-16...
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Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Wireless communications 4-27 LAN 4-29 Cleaning the computer 4-31 Moving the computer 4-31 Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection 4-32 Chapter 5 ... 8-7 Additional battery pack 8-11 Additional AC adaptor 8-11 External monitor 8-11 HDMI 8-12 Security lock 8-13 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 9-1 Hardware and system checklist 9-3 TOSHIBA support 9-18 Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes xiv User's Manual
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Wireless communications 4-27 LAN 4-29 Cleaning the computer 4-31 Moving the computer 4-31 Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection 4-32 Chapter 5 ... 8-7 Additional battery pack 8-11 Additional AC adaptor 8-11 External monitor 8-11 HDMI 8-12 Security lock 8-13 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 9-1 Hardware and system checklist 9-3 TOSHIBA support 9-18 Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes xiv User's Manual
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Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Appendix A Specifications Environmental Requirements A-1 Appendix B Display Controller Display Controller B-1 Appendix C Wireless LAN Card Specifications C-1 Radio Characteristics C-2 Supported Frequency Sub-bands C-3 Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agencies D-1 Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor E-2 If a TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor message is displayed E-2 Appendix F If your computer is stolen Glossary Index User's Manual xv
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Appendix A Specifications Environmental Requirements A-1 Appendix B Display Controller Display Controller B-1 Appendix C Wireless LAN Card Specifications C-1 Radio Characteristics C-2 Supported Frequency Sub-bands C-3 Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agencies D-1 Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor E-2 If a TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor message is displayed E-2 Appendix F If your computer is stolen Glossary Index User's Manual xv
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... Setup program. Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on care of the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series computer. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Preface Congratulations on your work area. If you are a new user of...a quick overview of the computer and briefly explains how they function. It also provides detailed information on configuring your TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is ...
... Setup program. Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on care of the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series computer. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Preface Congratulations on your work area. If you are a new user of...a quick overview of the computer and briefly explains how they function. It also provides detailed information on configuring your TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is ...
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.... We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by the ABC computer that appears on its display screen is providing information on. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available. If three keys are also defined in the type face you must hold...
.... We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by the ABC computer that appears on its display screen is providing information on. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available. If three keys are also defined in the type face you must hold...
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Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Messages Messages are used in this document as shown below. A caution informs you do not follow instructions may cause data loss or ...
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Messages Messages are used in this document as shown below. A caution informs you do not follow instructions may cause data loss or ...
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... your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or fire, possibly resulting in a serious injury. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as...
... your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or fire, possibly resulting in a serious injury. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as...
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... Manual for a long time. If you need to transport the AC adaptor, you remove a PC or ExpressCard that is used for Safety and Comfort. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Stress injury Carefully read it before moving it. ■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on the safe and proper use...
... Manual for a long time. If you need to transport the AC adaptor, you remove a PC or ExpressCard that is used for Safety and Comfort. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Stress injury Carefully read it before moving it. ■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on the safe and proper use...
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...'s features, options, and accessories. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you have all the following items: ■ TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series Portable Personal Computer ■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord ■ Clearing cloth (is included with some models) User's Manual...
...'s features, options, and accessories. Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you have all the following items: ■ TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series Portable Personal Computer ■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord ■ Clearing cloth (is included with some models) User's Manual...
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... Computer User's Manual ■ Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Personal Computer Quickstart ■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort (included in the User's Manual) ■ Warranty information If any of the items are pre-installed: ■ Microsoft® Windows Vista™ ■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package ■ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ■...
... Computer User's Manual ■ Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Personal Computer Quickstart ■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort (included in the User's Manual) ■ Warranty information If any of the items are pre-installed: ■ Microsoft® Windows Vista™ ■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package ■ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ■...