Table of Contents | Panasonic U500D specification

Table of Contents

Preface

Manual contents	xxvii
Conventions	xxviii

Chapter 1: Introduction

Equipment checklist	1-1
Special features	1-9
TOSHIBA Value Added Package	1-12
Utilities and Applications	1-13
Options	1-17

Chapter 2: The Grand Tour

Front with the display closed	2-1
Left side	2-3
Right side	2-5
Underside	2-8
Front with the display open	2-10
Optical Disc Drive	2-13
AC adaptor	2-14

Chapter 3: Getting Started

Connecting the AC adaptor	3-2
Opening the display	3-4
Turning on the power	3-5
Windows Vista™ setup	3-5
Turning off the power	3-6
Restarting the computer	3-10
System Recovery Options	3-10

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Panasonic U500D user manual Table of Contents

Contents

User’s Manual Table of Contents Media care Sound system Modem Wireless communications Operating Basics Security lock Accessing HW Setup HW Setup WindowExpressCard Slot Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Display Controller Trademarks CopyrightDisclaimer First edition May FCC information FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information Address FCC conditionsContact Telephone Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8001, Japan EU Conformity of StatementVcci Class B Information Conformity Statement Canadian Regulatory Information Canada OnlyModem warning notice Network Compatibility Statement Redial Japan regulationsRegion selection A05-0025001 This label is located on the module If problems arise Type of serviceTelephone company procedures Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part Fax branding Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipmentDisconnection Modem warning notice for Australia AT+GCI=09 Number to be dialed 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Software in addition to a modemApart An invoice for $NZ1237.50 will be sent under separate cover General conditionsNumber to program into computer 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators Following information is only for EU-member statesDisposal of products EnergyStar Program Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries DVD Super Multi +R Double Layer UJ862A/VJ862E Optical disc drive safety instructionsPanasonic Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc DVD Super Multi +R Double Layer GU10N/GU10F DVD Super Multi +R Double Layer GS20F International Precaution Xxiv User’s Manual Creating a computer-friendly environment General PrecautionsProviding adequate ventilation Always provide sufficient space around the computer ExpressCard overheating Stress injury Heat injuryPressure or impact damage Mobile phones Manual contents Preface Icons ConventionsAbbreviations Keys Messages Key operationDisplay Terminology Xxx User’s Manual Hardware Equipment checklistIntroduction Software Documentation Memory FeaturesProcessor RTC Battery PowerBattery Pack Disks Optical disc drive Pointing Device DisplayKeyboard Ports Slots Multimedia Communications Special features Security Panel Power On Intelligent PowerBattery Save Mode *1 Low Battery Charge function HibernationUSB Sleep USB Wakeup Toshiba Value Added Package Utilities and Applications Recognition Fingerprint UtilityToshiba Face Toshiba Such as printers and mobile phones Bluetooth StackFor Windows by Memory Card Memory card by the SD standard format Format Programs , Toshiba , Networking and then Toshiba ConfigFreeClick ConfigFree Windows Mobility Center Not have to carry the adaptor with you OptionsIncrease your computer operating time Introduction User’s Manual Grand Tour Front with the display closed Bridge Media Slot LED Power LEDBattery LED HDD/ODD/eSATA LED Cooling Vents Left sideFollowing figure shows the computer’s left side Cooling vents help prevent the CPU from overheating Headphone S/PDIF Jack Universal Serial Bus USB 2.0 port Emergency Eject Hole ODD IndicatorRight side Eject Button LAN Jack Modem Jack DC in Jack Slot-Loading ODD Battery Release Latch Wireless LAN Module CoverThis cover protects the Wireless LAN module Underside Battery Pack Lock Slide this lock to prepare the battery pack for removal Front with the display open Front of the computer with the display open Fingerprint Sensor Power ButtonTouchPad Control Buttons TouchPad Display Screen Wireless Antenna WLAN, 3GBuilt-in microphone ECO Button Writable discs Optical Disc DriveRegion codes for DVD drive and media CDs AC adaptor DVD Super Multi Double Layer drive AC adaptor User’s Manual Getting Started Connecting the AC adaptor Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet Opening the display This section describes how to turn on the power Turning on the powerWindows Vista setup Sleep Mode Turning off the powerShut Down mode Boot mode Benefits of Sleep Mode Entering Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode limitations Automatic Hibernation Mode Benefits of Hibernation ModeStarting Hibernation Mode Data saving in Hibernation Mode Restarting the computer System Recovery OptionsSystem Recovery Options Create Optical Recovery Discs Restoring the preinstalled software from the Recovery HDD Restoring the preinstalled software from Recovery Media Using the TouchPad Operating Basics Scroll Using the fingerprint sensorDrag and drop How to swipe the finger Confirm the center of the fingerprint whirl before swiping Points to note about the fingerprint sensor Points to note about the fingerprint utility Set up procedureFingerprint sensor limitations Fingerprint registration How to delete the fingerprint data Toshiba Fingerprint Utility main menu is displayed Fingerprint authentication procedure Windows logon via fingerprint authenticationFingerprint system boot authentication General Fingerprint Single Sign-On feature USB Sleep and Charge function Fingerprint utility limitations Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility Enabling USB Sleep and Charge Using the Function buttonsBattery Settings Icon Function button Using the Web Camera Using Toshiba Web Camera Application Disclaimer Using the microphoneUsing the Toshiba Face Recognition How to register the Face Recognition Data Auto Mode Login screen How to Delete the Face Recognition DataHow to launch the help file Windows Logon via Toshiba Face Recognition Using the optical disc drive Mode Login screen Loading discs Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened Place the disc, label side up, in the drawer Closing the disc drawer Removing discs Slot-loading optical disc drive Removing a disc Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi Double Layer drives Gently hold the CD/DVD by the edges and pull it horizontally Important message DVD-R for Labelflash Before writing or rewritingCD-RW High-Speed, Multi-Speed CD-RW Ultra-Speed DVD+R for Labelflash Operating Basics When writing or rewriting Toshiba Disc Creator Click the OK button How to learn more about Toshiba Disc CreatorData Verification How to make a DVD-Video When Using Corel DVD MovieFactory forHow to make a Labelflash DVD Click Label Flash setting and choose Draw Quality How to learn more about Corel DVD MovieFactory Important information for use Toshiba DVD Player Media care CD/DVDs Floppy diskettes Realtek HD Audio Manager Adjusting System VolumeSound system This section describes some of the audio control functions Sound Effects Speaker ConfigurationDefault Format Microphone Effects Modem Modem Selection SettingsProperties menu Dialing Properties To connect the modem cable, follow the steps below ConnectingDisconnecting Wireless communications Wireless LAN Security Indicator status Indication Wireless communication switchWireless activity LED Product Support Connecting LAN cable LAN cable types Moving the computer Cleaning the computerDisconnecting LAN cable Taskbar icon Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD ProtectionToshiba HDD Protection is disabled Disk drive head is in a safe position Detection Level Toshiba HDD Protection PropertiesHDD Protection 3D Viewer Toshiba HDD Protection Message DetailsDetection Level Amplification Operating Basics User’s Manual Keyboard Typewriter keys Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard F1 ... F12 function keysSoft keys Fn key combinations Hot keys Keyboard Windows special keys Fn Sticky key Depends on the model you purchased Turning on the overlays Numeric modeKeypad overlay Numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on Generating Ascii characters Keyboard User’s Manual Battery fully Operates LED Battery white Power and Power-Up ModesPower conditions Charged LED Battery white Power indicators Battery indicator Battery pack Battery typesPower indicator Blinking orange Real Time Clock battery If the following message is displayed on the LCD Care and use of the battery pack Battery type Power on Power off ProceduresBattery charging notice Charging the batteries Monitoring battery capacity 6cell, 12cell Maximizing battery operating timeRetaining data with power off Removing the battery pack Replacing the battery packExtending battery life To replace a discharged battery, follow the steps below Releasing the battery pack To install a battery, follow the steps below Starting the computer by passwordInstalling the battery pack System Auto Off Power-up modesPanel power off/on Hot keys HW Setup Window HW SetupAccessing HW Setup Setup Password Boot Priority Enabled Disabled Auto On DefaultOff Cards/memory Power devicesOptional Devices Peripheral devices ExpressCard Slot Inserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard SD/SDHC/MMC/MEMORY Stick / Memory Stick PRO/xD Memory cards Card Type Capacities Installing a memory card Removing a memory card Memory expansion Memory card care Installing a memory module Points to note about memory module error Removing a memory module External monitor Additional battery packAdditional AC adaptor Setting for display video on Hdmi Settings for audio on Hdmi Security lock Optional Devices User’s Manual Troubleshooting Problem solving process Preliminary checklist Analyzing the problem Hardware Hardware and system checklistSoftware System start-up PowerOverheating power down Self test AC power Problem Procedure Battery Disposing of PC and PC batteries Keyboard Real Time Clock Solid State Drive LCD panelHard disk drive Recovery Discs ProblemProcedure Problem DVD Super Multi Double Layer drive USB floppy diskette drive Pointing device TouchPad USB mouse Pointer Options tab USB Sleep and Charge function Memory expansion Modem Sound systemExternal Monitor Display becomes Is not successful for a set time interval. TryLengthening this time interval Fingerprint Sensor ExpressCard Before you call Where to writeToshiba support India Rest of Europe Outside of Europe Singapore SpainUnited States of America United Kingdom Troubleshooting User’s Manual Environmental Requirements SpecificationsPower Requirements Built-in Modem Impedance Error correcting Control commandCommunication specifications Power supply Display Controller Display Controller Display Controller User’s Manual Wireless LAN Card Specifications Modulation Radio CharacteristicsFrequency Technique Channel ID Supported Frequency Sub-bandsFrequency Range Wireless LAN User’s Manual Europe AC Power Cord and ConnectorsCertification agencies UL approved CSA approved USA and CanadaAustraliaEurope AS approved Appendix E Toshiba PC Health Monitor Starting the Toshiba PC Health Monitor If a Toshiba PC Health Monitor message is displayed Toshiba PC Health Monitor Toshiba PC Health Monitor User’s Manual Appendix F Legal Footnotes Battery Life Memory Main System Graphics Processor Unit GPU Wireless LANHard Disk Drive HDD Capacity Copy Protection USB Sleep & Charge ImagesNon-applicable Icons All images are simulated for purposes of illustration Glossary Abbreviations Glossary User’s Manual Glossary Glossary Glossary Means of aborting the task currently in progress Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary-10 User’s Manual User’s Manual Glossary-11 Glossary-12 User’s Manual User’s Manual Glossary-13 Glossary Glossary-14 User’s Manual Index Toshiba Index User’s Manual Index Index