Special features | Toshiba S850D, S855, L850D, L855D, C855, C850D

Special features

The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.

Access each function using the following procedures.

*1 To access the Power Options, click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> System and Security -> Power Options.

Function keys	Function keys are specific key combinations that
	let you quickly change the system configuration
	directly from the keyboard without running a
	system program.

Display automatic power off *1

This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer's display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time, with power being restored the next time a key is pressed. This can be specified in the Power Options.

HDD automatic power This feature automatically cuts off power to the

off *1hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time, with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be specified in the Power Options.

System automatic This feature automatically shuts down the system

Sleep/Hibernation into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode

Mode *1when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time. This can be specified in the Power Options.

Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and user, are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer.

Intelligent power supply *1

A microprocessor in the computer's intelligent power supply detects the battery's charge, automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor. This can be specified in the Power Options.

Battery save mode *1	This feature lets you configure the computer in
	order to save battery power. This can be
	specified in the Power Options.

Panel power on/off *1	This feature automatically turns power to the
	computer off when the display panel is closed,
	and turns it back on when the display panel is
	opened. This can be specified in the Power
	Options.

User's Manual

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Toshiba S850D, L850D, L855D, C850D, C855D, S855D user manual Special features

Contents

Page Table of Contents Troubleshooting Page Trademarks Copyright, Disclaimer and TrademarksCopyright Disclaimer FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information Regulatory InformationFCC information CE compliance EU Declaration of ConformityFCC conditions Contact Working environment Disposal of products Vcci Class B InformationCanadian regulatory information Canada only Following information is only valid for EU-member States Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators Reach Compliance StatementFollowing information is only for Turkey Following information is only for India Video Standard Notice OpenSSL Toolkit License IssuesPage Page Energy Star Program Disposing of the computer and the computers batteries Optical disc drive safety instructions Sony Optiarc, Inc Hitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc Creating a computer-friendly environment General PrecautionsPrecautions Provide adequate ventilation Mobile phones Stress injury Heat injuryPressure or impact damage Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Information for Wireless DevicesWireless LAN Interoperability Radio Regulatory Information Wireless Devices and your health Europe Limited R.p 100mW. Permitted to use Article Canada Industry Canada ICUSA-Federal Communications Commission FCC Using this equipment in Japan Device Authorization Non-applicable Icons Radio approvals for wireless devicesApproved Countries/Regions for Wireless Devices Legal Footnotes Bit Computing CPU Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity Battery LifeMemory Main System Copy Protection Wireless LANMessages Graphics Processing Unit GPUPage Documentation Equipment checklistConventions Hardware Using your product for the first time Connecting the AC adaptor Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Opening the display Connecting the DC output plug to the computer Initial setup Turning on the power Getting to know the Start screen Turning off the powerShut Down Mode Restarting the computer Sleep Mode Executing Sleep Mode Benefits of Sleep Mode Starting Hibernation Mode Hibernation ModeSleep Mode limitations Benefits of Hibernation Mode Data save in Hibernation Mode Automatic Hibernation Mode Front with the display closed DC IN/BatteryIndicator DC in 19V jack Power indicatorLeft side Memory media slot Following figure shows the computer’s right side Right side LAN jack Hdmi out port Underside Back Memory module slot Battery lockBattery release latch Web Camera LED Wireless communication antennasFront with the display open Microphone Display hinges Power buttonWeb Camera Display screen Internal Hardware Components Page AMD Vari-Bright Intel Display Power Saving TechnologyClear the Display Power Saving Technology check box Power conditions Monitoring of power condition DC IN/Battery indicator Environmental Requirements SpecificationsPower indicator Physical Dimensions Computer Power RequirementsPin Signal Name Description External RGB monitor port pin assignment Certification agencies AC Power Cord and Connectors Canada China CSA approved BS approvedAustralia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate Keyboard Keyboard indicators Function Key Special Standard F1 Function Function mode F12 mode Generating Ascii characters Windows special keys Formats Using optical disc drivesOptical disc drives Lay the disc, label side up, in the disc tray Removing discs How to remove disc when the disc tray will not open Writing discs Writable discs CD-RW Multi-Speed, High-Speed and Ultra-Speed DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General VersionBefore writing or rewriting Disclaimer DVD+R DVD+R DL DVD-RW Toshiba Video Player When writing or rewriting Toshiba Video Player Open Toshiba Video Player Manual Display Devices & AudioStarting Toshiba Video Player Operating Toshiba Video Player Toshiba Blu-ray Disc Player Open Toshiba Blu-ray Disc Player Manual 3D Playback on an External 3D DeviceStarting Toshiba Blu-ray Disc Player Operating Toshiba Blu-ray Disc Player Important Safety Information for 3D Function Page Page Not all files can be played Wireless communications Security SettingCard Specifications Radio Characteristics Radio links Bluetooth wireless technologyRadio Frequency Worldwide operation LAN cable types Connecting the LAN cable Real Time Clock RTC battery BatteryBattery types Battery pack Charging the batteries Care and use of the battery pack Charging Time ProceduresBattery type Power off Power on Battery charging notice Maximizing battery operating time Monitoring battery capacity Batteries exhausted time Extending battery lifeBattery type Sleep Mode Shut Down Mode Removing the battery pack Replacing the battery pack Additional memory module Installing the battery pack Installing a memory module 11 Removing the memory module cover 12 Seating the memory module 13 Seating the memory module cover Removing a memory module Memory media Peripheral devices Card Type Memory media Media care Formatting a memory media card Removing a memory media Inserting a memory media External monitor Connecting the monitor cable Hdmi Device Connecting the Hdmi out port Select HD Format Settings for display video on HdmiConnecting the security lock Security lock Memory Kit Optional Toshiba AccessoriesSound System and Video mode Volume Mixer Information Microphone LevelAudio Enhancements Realtek HD Audio Manager Computer Handling Video modeCleaning the computer Moving the computer Heat dispersalPage Utilities and Applications Assist Tools & Utilities eco Utility AcceleratorAssist Tools & Utilities HDD Accelerator Toshiba eco Utility Assist Tools & Utilities Toshiba Function Key Assist Support & Recovery Service Station Special features Toshiba Password utility Owner String text box User PasswordDesktop Desktop Assist Tools & Utilities User Password Enter Password Supervisor PasswordStarting the computer by password General Toshiba System SettingsAccessing Toshiba System Settings Toshiba System Settings window Sleep and Charge EnabledDisabled Display Lower limit Fast BootAuto-Selected System LCD Only Keyboard Enabled Enables the Panel Open Power On function Performance Battery life Operating Toshiba Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+ Toshiba Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+ Opening Toshiba Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+ Manual Toshiba PC Health Monitor Starting the Toshiba PC Health Monitor System RecoveryCreating Recovery Media Page Page Page Preliminary checklist Problem solving process Software Analyzing the problem Computer will not start If something goes wrongHardware Your program stops responding Computer will not load advanced options during startup Hardware and system checklistPower Overheating power down Battery Problem ProcedureAC power Power plan in the Power Options Real Time Clock ProblemProcedureKeyboard Internal display panel Optical Disc Drive Hard Disk Drive Pointing device Memory Media Card Touch Pad USB mouse ProblemUSB device Sleep and Charge function Sound system Refer to Sound System and Video mode for further LAN Before you call BluetoothToshiba support Toshiba technical support Index Index-2 Wireless LAN Web Camera Recovery hard disk drive Glossary Glossary-2