Toshiba Satellite L955D User Manual

User's ManualSatellite L950/L950D/L955/L955DSatellite S955/S955Dseries

Battery is a consumption product, since the battery time depends onthe usage of your computer. If the battery can not be charged at all,then it is a d

Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer. If the computer doesget wet, turn the power off immediately and let the computer drycompletely - in

the processor speed first, then if necessary turning on the fan. Both ofthese functions are controlled through the Power Options.When the processor&ap

Chapter 5Utilities and Advanced UsageThis chapter describes the utilities and special features of this computer,and the advanced usage of some utiliti

TOSHIBA HDDAcceleratorTOSHIBA HDD Accelerator is an application thatcan improve hard drive access performance byusing part of the main memory of the c

TOSHIBA FunctionKeyThis utility allows you to perform some featuresby pressing a specified key or combined with theFN key.To setup this utility, click

Special featuresThe following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or areadvanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.A

Low batteryautomatic HibernationMode *1When battery power is exhausted to the pointthat computer operation cannot be continued, thesystem automaticall

User authentication may be required to validate user rights when usingTOSHIBA Password Utility to delete or change passwords, etc.Set (button)Click th

If you forget your HDD User Password, TOSHIBA will NOT be able toassist you, and your HDD will be rendered COMPLETELY andPERMANENTLY INOPERABLE. TOSHI

LAN, Task Scheduler, etc) may not work. You must turn the computer backon to retry password entry.TOSHIBA System SettingsThis section explains how to

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Sleep and ChargeThis tab allows you to set advanced features when the power of thecomputer is turned OFF. "Power OFF" includes Sleep Mode, H

When Sleep and Charge function is enabled, the USB Wakeupfunction does not work for compatible ports. In that case, if there is aUSB port that does no

Power On DisplayThis option allows you to select the display to be used when the computeris started. Please note that this setting is only available o

Panel Open - Power OnThis option allows you to change the Panel Open - Power On setting.Enabled Enables the Panel Open - Power On function.When you op

Internal USB 3.0 controllerUse this option to enable or disable the internal USB 3.0 controller. IfDisabled is selected, the internal USB 3.0 port(s)

Enabled Enables Built-in LAN functions.Disabled Disables Built-in LAN functions.TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+Please be aware of the followi

4. Click a photo file to playback.Opening TOSHIBA Media Player by sMedio TrueLink+ManualThe features and operations about TOSHIBA Media Player are exp

Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health MonitorThe TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the followingmethods:Click Desktop -> Desktop Assist ->

Operate the computer at full power.Do not use power-saving features.Do not write to the media when the virus check software is running.Wait for it to

When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk willbe reformatted and all data will be lost.Please make sure to use the default Boot M

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When there is no recovery partition, the Recovery Media Creator cannotmake Recovery Media.However, if you have already created a "Recovery Media&

Chapter 6TroubleshootingTOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability, however, shouldproblems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed

Check all cables to ensure they are correctly and firmly attached to thecomputer - loose cables can cause signal errors.Inspect all connecting cables

Hardware If you cannot find a software problem, you shouldthen check the setup and configuration of yourhardware. First run through the items in thepr

The computer will not load advanced options during startupBy holding down one of the following keys during startup, your computerwill load advanced op

Problem ProcedureComputer shutsdown automatically.Leave the computer off until it reaches roomtemperature. If the computer has reached roomtemperature

Problem ProcedureBattery doesn’tcharge when the ACadaptor is attachedIf the battery is completely discharged, it will notbegin charging immediately, i

Real Time ClockProblem ProcedureThe BIOS settingand system date/time are lost.The charge in the Real Time Clock (RTC) batteryhas run out - you will ne

Problem ProcedureMarkings appear onthe computer'sdisplay panel.These marks may have come from contact with thekeyboard and Touch Pad while the di

Problem ProcedureYou cannot access aCD/DVD/Blu-rayDisc™ in the driveMake sure the drive’s disc tray is securely closed.Press gently until it clicks in

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Touch PadProblem ProcedureThe Touch Pad doesnot work.Check the Device Select settings.Click Desktop -> Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> Har

USB mouseProblem ProcedureOn-screen pointerdoes not respond tomouse operationIn this instance the system might be busy - Trymoving the mouse again aft

Problem ProcedureUSB device does notworkRemove the USB device from the computer andthen reconnect it to a free port in order to ensure itis firmly att

Problem ProcedureThe battery depletesquickly even when Iturned OFF thepower of thecomputer.If Sleep and Charge function is enabled, thecomputer's

Problem ProcedureAnnoying sound isheardIn this instance you may be experiencing feedbackfrom either the internal microphone or an externalmicrophone c

Problem ProcedureNo display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controlson the external monitor.Press the function key in order to change thedis

Wireless LANIf the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LANadministrator. For more information on wireless communication, refe

If a problem occurs when you are running software applications,consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestionsand consider calling

IndexAAC adaptoradditional 4-41connecting 2-3DC IN 19V jack 3-3 BBatteryextending life 4-27monitoring capacity 4-26real time clock 3-10, 4-23save mode

display 5-10general 5-8keyboard 5-12LAN 5-13SATA 5-13USB 5-12window 5-8 KKeyboardFunction keys F1...F12 4-2problems 6-7Windows special keys 4-3 LLANca

Disposing of the computer and the computer'sbatteriesDiscard this computer in accordance with applicable laws andregulations. For further informa

Wireless LAN 6-16 RRecovery hard disk drive 5-19Recovery Media 5-17Restarting the computer 2-7SSD/SDHC/SDXC Cardformatting 4-36note 4-35 Security lock

GlossaryThe terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternatenaming is included for reference.AbbreviationsAC: Alternating current

LAN: local area networkLCD: liquid crystal displayLED: light emitting diodeMB: megabyteMMC: multi media cardOCR: optical character recognition (reader

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Always provide sufficient space around the computer.Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure,computer or AC adaptor damage o

Pressure or impact damageDo not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form ofstrong impact as this can damage the computer's

CAUTION about Wireless DevicesThe wireless devices have not completed verification of connection andoperation with all devices which are using the Wir

comes with the product. This product complies with the following radiofrequency and safety standards.EuropeRestrictions for Use of 2400.0-2483.5MHz Fr

Table of ContentsChapter 1TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory and SafetyCopyright, Disclaimer and Trademarks ... 1-1

RussianFederation:Limited e.i.r.p 100mW. Permitted to useonly for indoor applications, closedindustrial and warehouse areas,and on board aircraft.1. P

check the current channel of operation. If operation is occurring outside ofthe allowable frequencies for outdoor use, as listed above, the user mustc

Article 14 The low power radio-frequency devices shall notinfluence aircraft security and interfere legalcommunications;If found, the user shall cease

3. OF : This equipment uses OFDM modulation.4. 4 : The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.5. : This equipment uses a frequency ban

Atheros AR5B225 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN and BluetoothThe Name of the radio equipment: AR5B225DSP Research, Inc.Approval Number: D110317003Atheros AR5

Legal FootnotesNon-applicable IconsCertain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possibleconfigurations for an entire product series. There

64-bit Operating System64-bit CPU, Chipset and BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)64-bit Device drivers64-bit applicationsCertain device drivers and/or a

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10.The computer operating system, however, reports stora

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death orserious injury, if you do not follow instructions.Pay attention! A caution

Chapter 2Getting StartedThis chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information tostart using your computer.Some of the features described

Battery ... 4-23Additional memory module ...

Right-click Click the right Touch Pad control buttononce.Right click the mouse once.Press and hold on the touch screen (only fortouch screen models).D

It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal Hard Disk Drive orother main storage device to external media. General storage media isnot dura

When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow thesteps in the exact order as described in the User’s Manual.Connecting the power cabl

2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack onthe left of the computer.Figure 2-3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer12

When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on thepalm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand toslowly open or close

Getting to know the Start screenThe Windows 8 Start screen provides you a new and easy way to accessyour favorite things, such as apps, websites and c

If you need to restart the computer, there are three ways this can beachieved:In the Settings charm, click Power and then select Restart.Press CTRL, A

To restore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode, press andhold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amountof time. Please

Hibernation ModeThe Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the HardDisk Drive when the computer is turned off so that, the next time

5. Click the Save changes button.Automatic Hibernation ModeThe computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automaticallywhen you press the po

Chapter 1TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory andSafetyThis chapter states the Legal, regulatory and safety information applicableto TOSHIBA computers.Copyright,

Chapter 3The Grand TourThis chapter identifies the various components of the computer - it isrecommended that you become familiar with each before you

Power indicator The Power indicator normally glows white whenthe computer is turned on. However, if you turnthe computer off into Sleep Mode, this ind

DC IN 19V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order topower the computer and charge its internalbatteries. Please note that you should only u

Figure 3-3 The right side of the computer76 8 91 3 4 521. Headphone jack 6. LAN jack*2. Microphone jack 7. External RGB monitor port*3. Universal Seri

USB 3.0 port(s) may work as USB 2.0 port(s) when operating in USBLegacy Emulation mode.HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with Type Aconnector HD

Battery pack The rechargeable lithium-ion battery packprovides power to the computer when the ACadaptor is not connected.For more detailed information

Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such asscrews, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents. Foreign metalobjects can

For more information regarding Wireless LAN, please refer to the LegalFootnotes section.Microphone The built-in microphone allows you to import andrec

Battery pack The rechargeable lithium-ion battery packprovides power to the computer when the ACadaptor is not connected.For more detailed information

Internal Hardware ComponentsThis section describes the internal hardware components of your computer.The actual specifications may vary depending on t

Windows, Microsoft and Windows logo are registered trademarks ofMicrosoft Corporation.Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOS

Video RAM The memory in a computer's graphics adaptor,used to store the image displayed on a bitmapdisplay.The amount of Video RAM available isde

You can access this control panel in the following way:Right-click on the desktop and click Graphics Properties...In this control panel:1. Click Powe

Power on Power off(no operation)AC adaptorconnectedBattery fullycharged• Operates• No charge• LED: white• No charge• LED: whiteBattery partiallych

If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged, the chargewill stop and the DC IN/Battery indicator will go out. When the batterypack&a

Non-operating -60 to 10,000 metersmaximumPower RequirementsAC adaptor 100-240V AC50 or 60 Hz (cycles per second)Computer 19V DC External RGB monitor

AC Power Cord and ConnectorsThe power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the variousinternational AC power outlets and the cord must meet th

USAUL approvedUnited KingdomBS approvedAustraliaAS approvedEuropeApproved by the appropriateagencyCanadaCSA approvedChinaCCC approvedseriesUser's

Chapter 4Operating BasicsThis chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, highlightsthe precautions that should be taken when using it.Th

CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys arelocked into their uppercase format.NUM LOCK When the NUM LOCK indicator glows, you canuse the

Specialfunction modeStandard F1-F12 modeFunctionF8 FN + F8 Moves media forward.F9 FN + F9 Decreases the computer's volume.F10 FN + F10 Increases

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached tothis equipm

2. Using the numeric keypad, type the ASCII code of the character yourequire.3. Release ALT - the ASCII character will appear on the display screen.Op

To load discs, follow the steps as detailed below:1. When the computer’s power is on, press the eject button to open thedisc tray slightly.2. Grasp th

If the disc is not seated properly when the disc tray is closed, the disc mightbe damaged. Also, the disc tray might not open fully when you press the

CDsCD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot beerased or changed.CD-RW discs including multi speed CD-RW discs, high-speed CD-RWdi

DisclaimerTOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:Damage to any disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting withthis product.Any ch

DVD-RW:DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1.1 or version1.2Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC) (for 2x, 4x and 6x speed media)MITSUBIS

Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do notuse the cut-and-paste function as the original data will be lost if thereis a w

Do not playback video while watching or recording television programsusing other applications. Doing so may cause video playback ortelevision program

When viewing video on an external display or TV, change the displaydevice before playing. Video can be played only on internal LCDdisplays or external

Close all other applications before playing back video. Do not openany other applications or carry out any other operations during videoplayback.Do no

Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC (ErP) and its related implementingmeasures.This product and the original options are designed to observe the relatedEM

This software can only playback MPEG2, MP4 and WTV files createdby the preinstalled applications on the same computer. Playback maynot function proper

Important Safety Information for 3D FunctionPlease refrain from or stop viewing if you feel ill or experiencediscomfort before or while watching 3D vi

The TOSHIBA VIDEO PLAYER is intended for playing DVD-Video,DVD-VR and video files and for viewing 2D home video content in 3D.The 3D playback of any v

Notes on 3D Playback for TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc PlayerThe 3D playback function can playback 3D video content, and your 2Dhome video content and other 2D

Depending on the system environment, the player may automaticallyswitch into 2D if you perform any of the following operations during 3Dplayback. Furt

Wireless communicationsThe computer’s wireless communication function supports some wirelesscommunication devices.Only some models are equipped with b

configuration, client design and software/hardware configurations. Thetransmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as specifiedunder t

regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wirelesscommunication equipment.Radio Frequency Band 5GHz (5150-5850 MHz) (Revision aand

LANThe computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits persecond, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,100BASE-TX) or Gig

Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that isconnected to the LAN jack. Otherwise, malfunctions or damage mayoccur.1. Turn off th

VCCI Class B Informationこの装置は、クラスＢ情報技術装置です。この装置は、家庭環境で使用することを目的としていますが、この装置がラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使用されると、受信障害を引き起こすことがあります。取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをしてください。ＶＣＣＩ－ＢC

You can change the Real Time Clock settings in the BIOS setup utility.Please refer to Troubleshooting for further information.Care and use of the batt

ProceduresTo recharge a battery pack, connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jackand plug the other end into a working outlet - the DC IN/Battery ind

2. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer, and toa wall outlet that is supplying power.3. Charge the battery until the DC IN/Bat

The environmental temperature - operating time decreases at lowtemperatures.Whether you enable Sleep and Charge function.The condition of the battery

Replacing the battery packPlease be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item.The operating life of the battery pack will gradual

Figure 4-10 Releasing the battery pack -21. Battery lock 3. Battery pack2. Battery release latchInstalling the battery packTo install a battery pack,

Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the followingconditions.a. The computer is turned on.b. The computer was shut down in either Sle

6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.Figure 4-11 Removing the memory module cover211. Memory module cover 2. Scre

7. Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slotand gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree anglebefore holdin

8. Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with the screw.Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed.Figure 4-13 Se

Disposal of batteries and/or accumulatorsThe crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates thatbatteries and/or accumulators must be collected anddisp

8. Grasp the module by its edges and remove it from the computer.If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules and thecircuits locating

Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD/microSD Card.Please note that not all memory media have been tested and verifiedto work correctl

SDXC 64GBMemory media formatNew media cards are formatted according to specific standards. If you wishto reformat a media card, be sure to do so with

Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to recorddata.Inserting a memory mediaThe following instructions apply to all ty

Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in Sleep orHibernation Mode. The computer could become unstable or data inthe memory media could

HDMI DeviceAn HDMI display device can be connected to the HDMI out port on thecomputer. To connect the HDMI display device, follow the steps as detail

3. To use the internal speakers on your computer, select Speakers. To usethe television or the external monitor that you have connected to thecomputer

Figure 4-19 Security lock211. Security lock slot 2. Security lockOptional TOSHIBA AccessoriesYou are able to add a number of options and accessories i

Microphone LevelFollow the steps below to change the microphone recording level.1. Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar, and select Recordin

InformationClick the Information button to view hardware information, softwareinformation, and language setting.Power ManagementThe audio controller