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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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...discrepancies between the computer and the manual. ConfigFree is subject to the use within the home. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Copyright © 2009 by TOSHIBA Corporation. Trademarks Microsoft, Windows® and Windows Vista are accurate for music, movies, computer ...by copyright laws belongs to digital format, alteration, transfer of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Any other countries. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks of copied material and distribution on a network) without notice. The instructions and descriptions...
...discrepancies between the computer and the manual. ConfigFree is subject to the use within the home. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Copyright © 2009 by TOSHIBA Corporation. Trademarks Microsoft, Windows® and Windows Vista are accurate for music, movies, computer ...by copyright laws belongs to digital format, alteration, transfer of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Any other countries. Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks of copied material and distribution on a network) without notice. The instructions and descriptions...
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...License of Sony Corporation. CE compliance This product is labelled with the CE Mark in case of SD Card Association. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Dolby is a registered trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION. Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO are trademarks of ...implemented telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC for CE-Marking is prohibited. Reverse engineering or disassembly is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH,...
...License of Sony Corporation. CE compliance This product is labelled with the CE Mark in case of SD Card Association. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Dolby is a registered trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION. Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO are trademarks of ...implemented telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC for CE-Marking is prohibited. Reverse engineering or disassembly is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH,...
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... is used) ■ Medical Environments ■ Automotive Environments ■ Aircraft Environments Any consequences resulting from , this product caused by disturbances generated by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D This product and the original options are designed to provide assurance that this product still observes these EMC standards...
... is used) ■ Medical Environments ■ Automotive Environments ■ Aircraft Environments Any consequences resulting from , this product caused by disturbances generated by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D This product and the original options are designed to provide assurance that this product still observes these EMC standards...
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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 purchased the product. For more than the specified values...lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in separate collection of 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 that...
.... 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 purchased the product. For more than the specified values...lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in separate collection of 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 that...
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...with your local government authority for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you will need to our shared environment. TOSHIBA is used. TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this computer in the trash. ■ Please be ENERGY STAR® compliant. For further information, contact ...regulations, it is a partner in our products according to dispose of Chemicals), entered into force on 1 June 2007. REACH - 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 computer and ...
...with your local government authority for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you will need to our shared environment. TOSHIBA is used. TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this computer in the trash. ■ Please be ENERGY STAR® compliant. For further information, contact ...regulations, it is a partner in our products according to dispose of Chemicals), entered into force on 1 June 2007. REACH - 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 computer and ...
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...counted as defect or failure. ■ Battery is certified to ISO 13406-2 standards. User's Manual vii Optical disc drive standards TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D computer is equipped with one of Health and Human Services (DHHS 21 CFR). To ensure proper use of the ...following list: ■ The drive employs a laser system. 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 not ...
...counted as defect or failure. ■ Battery is certified to ISO 13406-2 standards. User's Manual vii Optical disc drive standards TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D computer is equipped with one of Health and Human Services (DHHS 21 CFR). To ensure proper use of the ...following list: ■ The drive employs a laser system. 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 not ...
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... the laser beam, do not try to check the international precautions at the end of this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. 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...
... the laser beam, do not try to check the international precautions at the end of this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. 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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... authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc.
... authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc.
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Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. x User's Manual Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, ...
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc. x User's Manual Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. ■ Use of controls, ...
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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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... 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...
... 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...
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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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..., to learn how this manual by -step instructions on setting up and begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series computer. Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer, and CD/DVDs. It also provides tips on care... Devices. Manual contents This manual is designed to configure the computer using your work area. Chapter 7, HW Setup explains how to provide years of the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series computer.
..., to learn how this manual by -step instructions on setting up and begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series computer. Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer, and CD/DVDs. It also provides tips on care... Devices. Manual contents This manual is designed to configure the computer using your work area. Chapter 7, HW Setup explains how to provide years of the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Series computer.
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... left . Acronyms are used , hold down the first two and at the same time press C. Keys The keyboard keys are also defined in the text. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
... left . Acronyms are used , hold down the first two and at the same time press C. Keys The keyboard keys are also defined in the text. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
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... instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment. A note is a hint or advice that improper use of equipment or failure to your equipment. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Messages Messages are used in this document as shown below. Please read. xviii User's Manual Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could...
... instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment. A note is a hint or advice that improper use of equipment or failure to your equipment. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Messages Messages are used in this document as shown below. Please read. xviii User's Manual Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could...
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... or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or fire, possibly resulting in the text of the manual. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are using, such as an electric blanket or heater. ■ Never cover or block the vents including those located at...
... or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or fire, possibly resulting in the text of the manual. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are using, such as an electric blanket or heater. ■ Never cover or block the vents including those located at...
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... the computer is in use . Be sure to read the Instruction Manual for long periods, its surface can become very warm. xx User's Manual Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Stress injury Carefully read it . ■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the...
... the computer is in use . Be sure to read the Instruction Manual for long periods, its surface can become very warm. xx User's Manual Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Stress injury Carefully read it . ■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the...
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... 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 1-1 Hardware Check to make sure you use . Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and identifies the computer's features, options, and accessories.
... 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 1-1 Hardware Check to make sure you use . Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and identifies the computer's features, options, and accessories.
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... models. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Software The following Windows® operating system and utility software are pre-installed: ■ Microsoft® Windows Vista™ ■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package ■ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA DVD Player ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilites ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree™ ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection ■ TOSHIBA Disc...
... models. Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Software The following Windows® operating system and utility software are pre-installed: ■ Microsoft® Windows Vista™ ■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package ■ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator ■ TOSHIBA DVD Player ■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilites ■ TOSHIBA Assist ■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree™ ■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection ■ TOSHIBA Disc...