Toshiba L500, L500D, L505, L505D, PSLL0U-00M00D 20

L500/L505/L500D/L505D

xx	User’s Manual

Contents

L500/L505/L500D/L505D TOSHIBA L500/L505/L500D/L505D Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual First edition September Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation ExpressCard is a trademark of PCMCIA For DVD Manufacturing License Agreement Responsible for CE-marking: TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation, 1-1Shibaura 1-chome, Minato-ku,Tokyo, 105-8001,Japan http://epps.toshiba-teg.com CE compliance ■Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented ■Only best shielded cables should be connected Working environment For example, the following environments are not approved: Disposal of products Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries ENERGY STAR® Program Visit for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program REACH - Compliance Statement Compliant with EEE Regulations: The drive has one of the following labels: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE DVD Super Multi (+-RDL) drive Panasonic UJ890AD/UJ890ED HLDS GT20N/GT20F Toshiba Samsung TS-L633C/TS-L633Y CAUTION: VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-Systemund ist als VORSICHT: APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB VAROITUS Table of Contents Chapter 5 The Keyboard Chapter 6 Power and Power-upModes Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords Chapter 8 Optional Devices Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Disclaimers Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Display Controller Appendix C Wireless LAN Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors Preface Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available Troubleshooting Disclaimers The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer Abbreviations Icons Keys ENTER Key operation Display S ABC Messages Terminology General Precautions ■Extreme heat, cold, or humidity ■Liquids and corrosive chemicals Carefully read the Page Introduction Software Start Control Panel Uninstall a program Processor Memory Disks Optical disc drive Keyboard Pointing Device Power Ports Slots Multimedia Communications Security Software HDD automatic System automatic Sleep/Hibernation Mode there is no input or hardware access for a Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Zooming Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba such as printers and mobile phones TOSHIBA Assist provides access to specific tools, utilities and Windows Mobility Center Lock TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Memory expansion A 1GB, 2GB or 4GB memory module (PC3-8500/PC2-6400)can easily be installed in the computer Battery Pack Page The Grand Tour port LAN jack eSATA/USB combo Optical disc drive (USB 2.0) port DC IN 19V jack Battery safety lock Battery release latch Memory module slots Hard disk drive Display screen Please be aware that, when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor, the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on Power button Stereo speakers Touch Pad Touch Pad control buttons Web Camera LED Play/Pause button Previous button Next button Mute button DC IN Power HDD/ODD/eSATA Keyboard indicators CAPS LOCK NUM LOCK Number Lock Region codes for DVD drives and media Code Region Code 1Canada, United States 2Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East DVDs DVD Super Multi drive DVD read DVD-Rwrite DVD-RDL write Page Page Getting Started The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from Page Page Software License Terms Shut Down Mode Hard Disk Drive Hibernation Mode Benefits of Hibernation Mode Starting Hibernation Mode Automatic Hibernation Mode Data save in Hibernation Mode Benefits of Sleep Mode Executing Sleep Mode Sleep Mode limitations System Recovery Options Windows Help and Support Startup Repair The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems 1.Turn off the computer Creating Optical Recovery Discs Restoring the pre-installedsoftware from your created Recovery Discs Ordering Recovery Discs from TOSHIBA Page Operating Basics ChiralMotion Pinch Zoom (Pinch) Rotating (ChiralRotate) Momentum Click: Tap once Click: Double-click: Tap twice Drag and drop: Use the DVD playback application to view DVD-Videodiscs Loading discs Page Removing discs How to remove a CD/DVD when the disc tray will not open Icon Function button DVD *CD/None TOSHIBA Disc Creator Important message Before writing or rewriting DVD-RW: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 2x, 4x and 6x speed media) DVD+RW: MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD. (for 2.4x, 4x and 8x speed media) DVD-RAM: Page When writing or rewriting Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do not use the ■Do not perform any of the following actions: ■Change users in the Windows 7 operating system ■Start a communication application such as a modem TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator ■DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up ■TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format Data Verification How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Notes on use Display Devices & Audio TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Starting TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Operating TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER Open TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER HELP CD/DVDs 2.Do not bend the CD’s or DVD’s 5.Do not expose the CD or DVD to direct sunlight, extreme heat or cold 6.Do not place heavy objects on your CD’s or DVD’s Floppy diskettes Adjusting System Volume Volume Mixer 1.Locate the Speaker icon on the task tray Speaker 2.Right-clickthe Speaker icon on the task tray Information Speaker Configuration Sound Effects Microphone Effects Default Format Windows Live Messenger Toshiba Web Camera Application Utilities Web Camera Application Basic How to register the Face Recognition Data Face Recognition Registration Management Page 1:N Mode Login screen 1:1 Mode Login screen Worldwide operation Radio links Release Notes related to the Bluetooth® Stack for Windows® by TOSHIBA Product Support: If you used the Taskbar to disable the wireless LAN, restart the computer or Device Manager System Network Adapters Enable Do not use the Wireless LAN LAN cable types Connecting the LAN cable LAN Active Link Disconnecting the LAN cable To disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below: ■Clean the plastics of the computer using a slightly water dampened cloth Using a cleaning cloth ■Do not use a cleaning cloth when it is dirty or wet Page The Keyboard Soft keys: FN key combinations Emulating keys on an enhanced keyboard Mute: Lock: Power Plan Output Brightness (Down) FN Sticky key This key activates the Windows Start menu This key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse button 1.Hold down ALT + FN 2.Type the ASCII code of the character you require 3.Release ALT + FN - the ASCII character will appear on the display screen Page Power and Power-upModes Battery, DC IN Battery indicator Flashing amber Amber Green DC IN indicator Power indicator Blinking amber that there is sufficient power available (AC adaptor or battery) to maintain this condition. In Real Time Clock battery Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations When this error appears, the following action is recommended 1.Connect the AC adapter and let the battery charge for 24 hours 2.Press F2 to enter BIOS setup menu Charging the batteries You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures Time Battery charging notice Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods ■Clicking the battery icon on the task bar ■Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window Maximizing battery operating time Retaining data with power off Retention Time State and Retention Time 2 days for 12 cell, 1 day for 6 cell 0.5 day for 3 cell (sleep mode) Page Page User Password To start the utility, point to or click the following items: Launch TOSHIBA Assist -> SECURE -> User Password ■Registered ■Not Registered Supervisor password TOSHIBA Assist -> SECURE -> Supervisor password Starting the computer by password Enter Password [xxxxxxxx] Fn + F1 Hot keys Panel power on/off System auto off Page HW Setup and Passwords General Setup Password User Password Display Power On Display Boot Priority Boot Priority Options USB Legacy USB Support LAN Wake-upon LAN Optional Devices Cards/memory Power devices Peripheral devices Other Page Points to note about the SD/SDHC memory card Memory media format Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card Point to note about memory module error Installing a memory module Page Removing a memory module USB connector Disk-In-Use Indicator Floppy diskette slot Eject button Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive Disconnecting the USB floppy diskette drive 2.Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar Safely Remove Hardware 3.Click the USB floppy diskette drive device that you want to remove Connecting the eSATA device Disconnecting an eSATA device 2.Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar 3.Click the eSATA device that you want to remove 1.Turn the computer’s power off 3.Turn the external monitor’s power on Fn + F5 As the port operation of all HDMI For Intel Multiple Displays For ATI 1.Click Start -> All Programs -> Catalyst Control Center ->CCC 2.Click Graphics and select Desktop & Displays Connecting the security lock Troubleshooting Preliminary checklist Analyzing the problem Hardware ■ System start-up ■ USB device ■ Self test ■ eSATA device System start-up Self test Boot Priority Power Overheating power down AC power Battery Real Time Clock Internal display panel Hard disk drive Page USB floppy diskette drive SD/SDHC memory card, miniSD/microSD Card Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO Touch Pad the Pointer Options tab OK Click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Mouse icon the Device Settings tab USB mouse USB device eSATA device Additional memory module Sound system Volume control External monitor LAN Please check Start -> All programs -> Toshiba -> Utilities -> Toshiba HWSetup and click Lan Bluetooth HDMI output function on the television Before you call Where to write booklet or visit www.toshiba-europe.com on the Internet Disclaimers 64-BitComputing The wireless adapter is based on a draft 2.0 release version of the Page Specifications Page Display Controller Page Wireless LAN Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to: ■Country/region where the product was purchased ■Type of product R-FFrequency Band 5 GHz (5150-5850MHz) (Revision A, draft N) Band 2.4 GHz (2400-2483.5MHz) (Revision B, G, draft N) Channel ID 5150-5850MHz Note Page AC Power Cord and Connectors Europe: Outside of Europe: United Kingdom USA AustraliaEurope CanadaChina TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods: ■Click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> PC Health Monitor Click the icon in the notification area, then click the “ Click here to enable TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor If your computer is stolen TOSHIBA Theft Registration Glossary I/O: input/output I/O: IrDA: Infrared Data Association IrDA: IRQ: interrupt request IRQ: alternating current (AC): analog signal: application: ASCII: asynchronous: byte: cache memory: capacity: CD: CD-ROM: components: Composite Video (YUV): computer program: computer system: configuration: disk drive: disk storage: display: documentation: double click: enable: erase: See delete erase: escape: escape guard time: hard disk drive (HDD): hardware: hertz: A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second hertz: host computer: keyboard: kilobyte (KB): L2 cache: LAN: Light Emitting Diode (LED): mode: modem: network: non-system disk: PAL: parity: password: PCI: Peripheral Component Interconnect. An industry standard 32-bitbus PCI: resolution: restart: See also RGB: RJ11: A modular telephone jack system disk: terminal: TFT display: Touch Pad: A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest USB: Page Index

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Models: L500 L500D L505 L505D PSLL0U-00M00D