Toshiba Satellite L500D User Manual

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x User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DPioneer DVR-TD09TBM/DVR-TD09TBFToshiba Samsung TS-L633C/TS-L633YLocation of the required labelCOMPLIES WITHFDA RAD

4-32 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DMoving the computerWhile the computer is designed for rugged durability you should exercise a few simple precau

User’s Manual 5-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 5The KeyboardThe computer’s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104/105-key enhanced keyboard - by pr

5-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DFunction keys: F1 … F12 The function keys (not to be confused with the special FN keys) are the twelve keys at t

User’s Manual 5-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DHot keysHot keys (pressing FN + a function or ESC key) let you enable or disable certain features of the compute

5-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DBrightness (Up): Pressing FN + F7 increases the computer’s display panel brightness in individual steps.Wireless

User’s Manual 5-5L500/L505/L500D/L505DWindows special keysThe keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows: Windows Start Button

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User’s Manual 6-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 6Power and Power-up ModesThe computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor and internal batteries. T

6-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DPower indicatorsAs shown in the below table, the Battery, DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator pan

User’s Manual 6-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DDC IN indicatorCheck the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected - the follo

User’s Manual xiL500/L505/L500D/L505DInternational precautionsCAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PR

6-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DReal Time Clock batteryThe Real Time Clock (RTC) battery provides power for the internal real time clock and cal

User’s Manual 6-5L500/L505/L500D/L505DCare and use of the battery packThe battery pack is a vital component of portable computing and, as such, taking

6-6 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTimeThe following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery.Battery chargin

User’s Manual 6-7L500/L505/L500D/L505DRepeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity.Monitoring battery capacityRema

6-8 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DRetaining data with power offWhen you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain

User’s Manual 6-9L500/L505/L500D/L505DReplacing the battery packPlease be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item.The operating

6-10 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D6. Slide and hold the battery release latch (1) to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the compu

User’s Manual 6-11L500/L505/L500D/L505DTOSHIBA Password UtilityThe TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility allows you to maintain an additional level of s

6-12 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D2. Enter the Password.3. Press Enter.Power-up modesThe computer has three power-up modes: Hibernation (saves d

User’s Manual 7-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 7HW Setup and PasswordsThis chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your compu

xii User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DOBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.VAROITUS

7-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DGeneralThis window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons:SetupThis field displays BIOS Version and

User’s Manual 7-3L500/L505/L500D/L505D3. Click the OK button. If the character string you enter matches the registered password, the password option i

7-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUSBLegacy USB SupportUse this option to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation. If your operating system does no

User’s Manual 8-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 8Optional DevicesOptional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility. This chapt

8-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DBridge media slotThe computer is equipped with a Bridge media slot that can accommodate some kinds of memory med

User’s Manual 8-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DMemory mediaThis section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media.Points t

8-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DAdditional memory moduleYou can install additional memory into the computer in order to increase the amount of s

User’s Manual 8-5L500/L505/L500D/L505DInstalling a memory moduleThe computer contains slots for two memory modules, one positioned immediately over th

8-6 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D5. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw.Figure 8-3 Seating the memory module cover

User’s Manual 8-7L500/L505/L500D/L505DRemoving a memory moduleTo remove the memory module, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Set the computer to B

User’s Manual xiiiL500/L505/L500D/L505DTable of ContentsPrefaceGeneral PrecautionsChapter 1 IntroductionEquipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-8 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUSB floppy diskette driveThe USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB a 3 1/2" flopp

User’s Manual 8-9L500/L505/L500D/L505DUsing the USB floppy diskette driveThe USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy di

8-10 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DDisconnecting the USB floppy diskette driveWhen you have finished using the USB floppy diskette drive, you can

User’s Manual 8-11L500/L505/L500D/L505DDisconnecting an eSATA deviceWhen you have finished using an eSATA device, you can follow the procedures below

8-12 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D4. Turn the computer’s power on. When you turn on the power, the computer will automatically recognize the moni

User’s Manual 8-13L500/L505/L500D/L505DConnecting the HDMI out port1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port of the HDMI device.Figure

8-14 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DSettings for Audio on HDMITo set the audio device to use the HDMI, follow the steps below.1. Click Start.2. Cli

User’s Manual 8-15L500/L505/L500D/L505DSecurity lockA security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object in order to he

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User’s Manual 9-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 9TroubleshootingTOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability, however, should problems occur you a

xiv User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUsing TOSHIBA Web Camera Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-19Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition

9-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DPreliminary checklistYou should always consider the simplest solution first - the items detailed in this checkli

User’s Manual 9-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DRecord your observations so you can describe them in detail to your reseller, dealer or service provider.Hardwar

9-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DSystem start-up When the computer does not start properly, check the following items: Self test Power Sources

User’s Manual 9-5L500/L505/L500D/L505DOverheating power downIf the processor’s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting, the

9-6 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DBatteryIf you suspect a problem with the battery, you should check the status of the DC IN indicator as well as

User’s Manual 9-7L500/L505/L500D/L505DReal Time ClockPasswordKeyboardKeyboard problems can be caused by the setup and configuration of the computer -

9-8 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DHard disk driveMarkings appear on the LCD screen.These marks may have come from contact with the keyboard or Tou

User’s Manual 9-9L500/L505/L500D/L505DDVD Super Multi driveFor further information, please refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.Problem ProcedureYou c

9-10 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUSB floppy diskette drive The USB floppy diskette drive is available only as an option.For further information,

User’s Manual 9-11L500/L505/L500D/L505DMemory Stick/Memory Stick PROFor further information, please refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices.MultiMediaCar

User’s Manual xvL500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 10DisclaimersAppendix A SpecificationsEnvironmental requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-12 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DPointing deviceIf you are using a USB mouse, you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapt

User’s Manual 9-13L500/L505/L500D/L505DUSB mouseThe reaction of Touch pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough.Adjust the touch Sensitivity

9-14 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUSB deviceIn addition to the information in this section, please also refer to the documentation supplied with

User’s Manual 9-15L500/L505/L500D/L505DeSATA deviceIn addition to the information in this section, please also refer to the documentation supplied wit

9-16 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DSound systemIn addition to the information in this section, please also refer to the documentation supplied wit

User’s Manual 9-17L500/L505/L500D/L505DVolume controlExternal monitorPlease also refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, and to the documentation suppli

9-18 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DNo display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor.Press the FN + F5 hot key

User’s Manual 9-19L500/L505/L500D/L505DModemThis information is applicable to the models equipped with a built-in modem.Problem ProcedureCommunication

9-20 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DLANWireless LANIf the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN administrator. For more

User’s Manual 9-21L500/L505/L500D/L505DHDMI monitor output functionTOSHIBA supportIf you require any additional help using your computer or if you are

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User’s Manual 10-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 10DisclaimersThis chapter states the Disclaimer(s) information applicable to TOSHIBAcomputers.CPUCentra

10-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D64-Bit Computing64-bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bit computing.64-bit computing re

User’s Manual 10-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DHDD drive capacityOne Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating

10-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DExternal HDD CapacityOne Gigabyte (GB) means 109 =1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. A computer operating

User’s Manual A-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DAppendix ASpecificationsThis appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specifications.Environmental requireme

A-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DBuilt-in ModemThe ability of this feature is depending on the model you purchased.Network control unit (NCU)Type

User’s Manual B-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DAppendix BDisplay ControllerDisplay controllerThe display controller interprets software commands into hardware

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User’s Manual C-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DAppendix CWireless LANThis appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running, with a

User’s Manual xviiL500/L505/L500D/L505DPrefaceCongratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA L500/L505/L500D/L505D computer. This powerful notebook c

C-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DRadio CharacteristicsRadio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to: Country/region where th

User’s Manual C-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DTable Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision B and G)When installing Wireless LAN cards, the channel confi

C-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTable Wireless IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets (Revision A)*1 Factory-set default channels*2 Check if these channels c

User’s Manual D-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DAppendix DAC Power Cord and ConnectorsThe AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various internatio

D-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DIn Europe, two conductors power cord must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F or H03VVH2-F and for three conductors power cor

User’s Manual E-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DAppendix ETOSHIBA PC Health MonitorThe TOSHIBA Health Monitor software program monitors computer system function

E-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DStarting the TOSHIBA PC Health MonitorThe TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods:

User’s Manual F-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DAppendix FIf your computer is stolenShould your computer be stolen, however, we’ll help you try to find it. Befo

F-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTOSHIBA Theft RegistrationSend to: TOSHIBA Europe GmbHTechnical Service and SupportBlumenstrasse 2693055 Regensb

User’s Manual Glossary-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DGlossaryThe terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for

xviii User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests, and suggests

Glossary-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DIEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics EngineersI/O: input/outputIrDA: Infrared Data AssociationIR

User’s Manual Glossary-3L500/L505/L500D/L505Dalternating current (AC): Electric current that reverses its direction of flow at regular intervals. anal

Glossary-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505Dbyte: The representation of a single character. A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit; also t

User’s Manual Glossary-5L500/L505/L500D/L505Dcomponents: Elements or parts (of a system) which make up the whole (system). Composite Video (YUV): A st

Glossary-6 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505Ddisk drive: The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer’s memor

User’s Manual Glossary-7L500/L505/L500D/L505Denable: To turn on a computer option. See also disable. erase: See delete. escape: 1) A code (ASCII code

Glossary-8 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DHhard disk: A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with

User’s Manual Glossary-9L500/L505/L500D/L505DKK: Taken from the Greek word kilo, meaning 1000; often used as equivalent to 1024, or 2 raised to the 10

Glossary-10 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505Dmode: A method of operation, for example, the Shut Down Mode, Sleep Mode or the Hibernation Mode. modem:

User’s Manual Glossary-11L500/L505/L500D/L505DPPAL: PAL (Phase Alternating Line) is the dominant video and broadcasting standard in Europe. parity: 1)

User’s Manual xixL500/L505/L500D/L505DDisplayMessagesMessages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of m

Glossary-12 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DRandom Access Memory (RAM): Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. Volatile here means

User’s Manual Glossary-13L500/L505/L500D/L505Dsystem disk: A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer. Any diske

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User’s Manual Index-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DIndexAAC adaptor, 1-6additional, 1-13connecting, 3-2DC IN 19V jack, 2-4ASCII characters, 5-5BBatterycharging

Index-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTOSHIBA Zooming Utility (reduce), 5-4Touch Pad, 5-4Wireless, 5-4Zoom, 5-4HW Setupaccessing, 7-1general, 7-2H

User’s Manual Index-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DSD/SDHC memory card, miniSD/microSD Card, 9-10Self test, 9-4Sound system, 9-16System start-up, 9-4TOSHIBA su

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ii User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DCopyright© 2009 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be repr

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User’s Manual xxiL500/L505/L500D/L505DGeneral PrecautionsTOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors o

xxii User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DCreating a computer-friendly environmentPlace the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the compu

User’s Manual xxiiiL500/L505/L500D/L505DPressure or impact damageDo not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impac

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User’s Manual 1-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 1IntroductionThis chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the computer’s features, op

1-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DSoftwareThe following Windows® operating system and utility software are pre-installed. Microsoft® Windows Vist

User’s Manual 1-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DFeaturesThis computer incorporates the following features and benefits:ProcessorMemoryBuilt-in The processor typ

1-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DDisksVideo RAM Video RAM depends on the model you purchased.Mobile Intel® GM45 Express Chipset model/ Mobile Int

User’s Manual 1-5L500/L505/L500D/L505DOptical disc driveYour computer is equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you run CDs

User’s Manual iiiL500/L505/L500D/L505DManufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface

1-6 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DPointing DevicePower PortsSlotsBuilt-in Touch Pad The integrated Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest

User’s Manual 1-7L500/L505/L500D/L505DMultimediaCommunicationsSound system The integrated sound system provides support for the computer’s internal sp

1-8 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DSecurity SoftwareThe computer’s internal display panel supports high-resolution video graphics and can be set to

User’s Manual 1-9L500/L505/L500D/L505DSpecial featuresThe following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which mak

1-10 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTOSHIBA Value Added PackageThis section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer.

User’s Manual 1-11L500/L505/L500D/L505DUtilities and ApplicationsThis section describes the pre-installed utilities that come with the computer and de

1-12 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTOSHIBA Disc CreatorYou can create CDs and DVDs in a number of formats including audio CDs that can be played o

User’s Manual 1-13L500/L505/L500D/L505DOptionsYou can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. The foll

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User’s Manual 2-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 2The Grand TourThis chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with eac

iv User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DCE complianceThis product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives, notabl

2-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DLeft sideThe following figure shows the computer’s left side.Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer1. Cooling

User’s Manual 2-3L500/L505/L500D/L505DRight sideThe following figure shows the computer’s right side.Figure 2-3 The right side of the computerHDMI out

2-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUniversal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) portsTwo Universal Serial Bus ports, which comply with the USB 2.0 standard, are

User’s Manual 2-5L500/L505/L500D/L505DUndersideThe following figure shows the underside of the computer. You should ensure that the display is closed

2-6 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DCooling vents The computer’s cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating.Memory module slotsThe memor

User’s Manual 2-7L500/L505/L500D/L505DFront with the display openThis section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to open the dis

2-8 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DDisplay screen Please be aware that, when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor, the image displayed on th

User’s Manual 2-9L500/L505/L500D/L505DMicrophone A built-in microphone allows you to import and record sounds for your application - please refer to t

2-10 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DFront operation panelIn addition to the power button, four buttons are provided with some models.Figure 2-6 Fro

User’s Manual 2-11L500/L505/L500D/L505DSystem indicatorsThe LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when those operations are in p

User’s Manual vL500/L505/L500D/L505DFurthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not

2-12 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DKeyboard indicatorsThe following figure shows the positions of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the NUM LOCK indicat

User’s Manual 2-13L500/L505/L500D/L505DOptical disc drivesThe computer is configured with a DVD Super Multi drive. A Serial ATA interface controller i

2-14 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DDVDs DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R (Dual Layer) and DVD+R (Double Layer) discs can be written only once. The recorded da

User’s Manual 2-15L500/L505/L500D/L505DAC adaptorThe AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 90 to 264 volts and to a frequenc

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User’s Manual 3-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 3Getting StartedThis chapter provides basic information to start using your computer. It covers the foll

3-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DConnecting the AC adaptorAttach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from A

User’s Manual 3-3L500/L505/L500D/L505D1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.Figure 3-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug)F

3-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DOpening the displayThe display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.While holding d

User’s Manual 3-5L500/L505/L500D/L505DTurning on the powerThis section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator light will then indica

vi User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DFollowing information is only for EU-member states:Disposal of productsDisposal of batteries and/or accumulatorsD

3-6 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTurning off the powerThe power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down Mode, Hibernation Mode

User’s Manual 3-7L500/L505/L500D/L505DBenefits of Hibernation ModeThe Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits: Saves data to the har

3-8 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DSleep ModeIf you have to interrupt your work, you are able to turn off the power without exiting from your softw

User’s Manual 3-9L500/L505/L500D/L505DExecuting Sleep ModeYou can enter Sleep Mode in one of four ways: Click Start then click the power button ( ) l

3-10 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DRestarting the computerCertain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example if: You change cert

User’s Manual 3-11L500/L505/L500D/L505DRestoring the pre-installed SoftwareDepending on the model you purchased, different ways for restoring the pre-

3-12 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D3. Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows Vista® operating system from the hard disk drive as n

User’s Manual 3-13L500/L505/L500D/L505DIn addition, if you use a third-party partitioning program to reconfigure the partitions on your hard disk driv

3-14 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DRestoring the pre-installed software from your ordered Recovery DiscsIf the pre-installed files are damaged, yo

User’s Manual 4-1L500/L505/L500D/L505DChapter 4Operating BasicsThis chapter describes the basic operations of your computer and highlights the precaut

User’s Manual viiL500/L505/L500D/L505DENERGY STAR® ProgramREACH - Compliance StatementThe new European Union (EU) chemical regulation, REACH (Registra

4-2 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUsing the optical disk driveThe full-size drive provides high-performance execution of CD/DVD-ROM-based programs

User’s Manual 4-3L500/L505/L500D/L505D2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened.Figure 4-3 Pulling the disc tray open3. Lay the

4-4 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D4. Press the center of the CD/DVD gently until you feel it click into place on the center spindle. The disc shou

User’s Manual 4-5L500/L505/L500D/L505DHow to remove a CD/DVD when the disc tray will not openPressing the eject button will not open the disc tray whe

4-6 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DWriting CD/DVD on DVD Super Multi drivesYou can use the DVD Super Multi drive to write data to either CD-R, CD-R

User’s Manual 4-7L500/L505/L500D/L505DBefore writing or rewriting Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the following manufact

4-8 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D If the disc is poor in quality, or is dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may be noted - ensure that

User’s Manual 4-9L500/L505/L500D/L505D Since the disc is based on the DVD standard, it might be filled with dummy data if the written data is less th

4-10 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DWhen writing or rewritingPlease observe the following points while you write or rewrite data to CD-R, CD-RW, DV

User’s Manual 4-11L500/L505/L500D/L505DGiven the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives, you may experience unexpected writi

viii User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DGOSTOptical disc drive standardsTOSHIBA L500/L500D/L505/L505D series computers are shipped with a DVD Super Mul

4-12 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D When you back up a DVD disc, be sure that the source drive supports recording to DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), D

User’s Manual 4-13L500/L505/L500D/L505D Unfinalized DVDs created on home DVD recorders may not be playable on the computer. Use DVD-Video discs with

4-14 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTOSHIBA DVD PLAYER 1. “TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER” software is supported for playback of DVD-Video and DVD-VR. 2. The “

User’s Manual 4-15L500/L505/L500D/L505DMedia careThis section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD’s, DVD’s and floppy diskettes. Handle

4-16 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D8. Data may be lost if the floppy diskette is twisted, bent, or exposed to direct sunlight, extreme heat or col

User’s Manual 4-17L500/L505/L500D/L505DWhen you first launch the Realtek Audio Manager, you will see following device tabs. Speakers is the default ou

4-18 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUsing the web cameraSome models are equipped with a Web Camera.Web Camera is a device that allows you to record

User’s Manual 4-19L500/L505/L500D/L505DUsing TOSHIBA Web Camera ApplicationTOSHIBA Web Camera Application is pre-configured to start when you turn on

4-20 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DUsing TOSHIBA Face RecognitionTOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to verify the face data

User’s Manual 4-21L500/L505/L500D/L505D2. Click the Register face button in the Management screen. The Registration screen is displayed.3. Click the N

User’s Manual ixL500/L505/L500D/L505DDVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drivePanasonic UJ880AD/UJ880EDHLDS GT20N/GT20FLocation of the required labelCOMPLIES WIT

4-22 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505D3. Click the Delete button. “You are about to delete the user data. Would you like to continue?” will be displa

User’s Manual 4-23L500/L505/L500D/L505D7. Verification will be performed. If the authentication is successful, the image data taken in step 6 will be

4-24 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DTo select a region, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Click Start −> All Programs −> TOSHIBA −> Ne

User’s Manual 4-25L500/L505/L500D/L505DModem SelectionIf the computer cannot recognize the internal modem, a dialog box is displayed from which you sh

4-26 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DDisconnecting the modular cableTo disconnect the modular cable, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Pinch the

User’s Manual 4-27L500/L505/L500D/L505DSecurity TOSHIBA strongly recommend that you enable encryption functionality, otherwise your computer will be

4-28 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DBluetooth™ Stack for Windows® by TOSHIBAPlease note that this software is specifically designed for the followi

User’s Manual 4-29L500/L505/L500D/L505DLANThe computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN

4-30 User’s ManualL500/L505/L500D/L505DConnecting the LAN cableTo connect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Turn off the power to t

User’s Manual 4-31L500/L505/L500D/L505DDisconnecting the LAN cableTo disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below:1. Pinch the lever o