Toshiba SATELLITE U500 User Manual

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x User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DHitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc.DVD Super Multi (+R Double Layer) GS20F The DVD Super Multi

5-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DF1 ... F12 function keysThe function keys (not to be confused with Fn) are the 12 keys

User’s Manual 5-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DPress Fn + F11 to access the integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with gray mark

5-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTouchPad: Enables or disables the Touch Pad function.Enable Keypad: Enables or disables

User’s Manual 5-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DWindows® special keysThe keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Wind

5-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTemporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)While using the overlay, you can temporar

User’s Manual 6-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 6Power and Power-Up ModesThe computer’s power resources include the AC adaptor

6-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTable Power conditionsPower indicatorsAs shown in the above table, the Battery and the

User’s Manual 6-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DPower indicatorCheck the Power indicator to determine the power status:BatteryBattery t

6-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DFigure 6-1 Battery packTo ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capacity,

User’s Manual 6-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DThe charge in the RTC battery is getting low or has been exhausted. You will need to se

User’s Manual xiSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DInternational PrecautionCAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classifie

6-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DCharging the batteriesWhen the power in the battery pack becomes low, the Battery indic

User’s Manual 6-7Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DThe Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try

6-8 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DMaximizing battery operating timeA battery’s usefulness depends on how long it can supp

User’s Manual 6-9Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DExtending battery lifeTo maximize the life of your battery pack: At least once a month

6-10 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRemoving the battery packTo replace a discharged battery, follow the steps below.1. Sa

User’s Manual 6-11Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DInstalling the battery packTo install a battery, follow the steps below.1. Turn the co

6-12 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500Dor if availableSwipe your fingerprint on the sensor if you have already registered the

User’s Manual 7-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 7HW SetupThis chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure

7-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DPasswordThis tab allows you to set or reset the user password for power on.User Passwor

User’s Manual 7-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DKeyboardWake-up on KeyboardWhen this feature is enabled and the computer is in Sleep Mo

xii User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DOBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen

7-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DIlluminationIllumination ON/OFFThis feature allows you to set the conditions around the

User’s Manual 8-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 8Optional DevicesOptional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and it

8-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DExpressCard SlotThe computer is equipped with an ExpressCard slot that can accommodate

User’s Manual 8-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRemoving an ExpressCardTo remove the ExpressCard, follow the steps below.1. Click the S

8-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSD/SDHC/MMC/MEMORY STICK / MEMORY STICK PRO/xD Memory cardsThe computer is equipped wit

User’s Manual 8-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DInstalling a memory cardTo install a memory card:1. Insert the memory card.2. Press gen

8-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRemoving a memory cardTo remove a memory card, follow the steps below:1. Click the Safe

User’s Manual 8-7Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DMemory card care1. Do not write to a memory card if the battery power is low. Low power

8-8 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DInstalling a memory moduleFollow the steps below to install a memory module.1. Set the

User’s Manual 8-9Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D7. Push the module down so it lies flat. Latches on either side will click into place t

User’s Manual xiiiSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTable of ContentsPrefaceGeneral PrecautionsChapter 1 IntroductionEquipment checklist.

8-10 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRemoving a memory moduleTo remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot

User’s Manual 8-11Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DAdditional battery packYou can increase the portability of the computer with additiona

8-12 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DHDMIA HDMI monitor can be connected to the HDMI out port on the computer. 1080p, 1080i

User’s Manual 8-13Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSettings for audio on HDMITo set the audio device to use the HDMI, follow the steps be

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User’s Manual 9-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 9TroubleshootingTOSHIBA designed the computer for durability. However, should p

9-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DPreliminary checklistConsider the simplest solution first. The items in this checklist

User’s Manual 9-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DHardware and system checklistThis section discusses problems caused by your computer’s

9-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSystem start-upWhen the computer does not start properly, check the following items: S

User’s Manual 9-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DOverheating power downIf the computer’s internal temperature becomes too high, the comp

xiv User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DWireless communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DBatteryIf you suspect a problem with the battery, check the Battery indicator. For info

User’s Manual 9-7Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DDisposing of PC and PC batteries Discard this PC in accordance with applicable laws an

9-8 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DReal Time ClockKeyboardKeyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration. For

User’s Manual 9-9Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DLCD panelApparent LCD problems may be related to the computer’s setup.Hard disk driveSo

9-10 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRecovery DiscsDVD Super Multi Double Layer driveFor more information, refer to Chapter

User’s Manual 9-11Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSome CD/DVDs run correctly, but others do not.The software or hardware configuration m

9-12 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DUSB floppy diskette driveFor more information, refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices.Me

User’s Manual 9-13Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DPointing deviceIf you are using a USB mouse, also refer to the USB section in this cha

9-14 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DUSBAlso refer to your USB device’s documentation.USB mouseProblem ProcedureUSB device

User’s Manual 9-15Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DUSB Sleep and Charge functionProblem ProcedureI cannot use the “USB Sleep and Charge f

User’s Manual xvSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DAppendix ASpecificationsEnvironmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-16 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DMemory expansionRefer also to Chapter 8, Optional Devices for information on installin

User’s Manual 9-17Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSound systemRefer also to documentation for your audio devices.External MonitorRefer a

9-18 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DWireless LANIf the following procedures do not restore LAN access, consult your LAN ad

User’s Manual 10-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 10Legal FootnotesThis chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicabl

10-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D64-Bit Computing.64-bit processors are designed to take advantage of 32 and 64 bit com

User’s Manual 10-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DHard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes using po

10-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DCopy ProtectionApplicable copy protection standards included in certain media may prev

User’s Manual A-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DAppendix ASpecificationsThis appendix summarizes the computer’s technical specification

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User’s Manual B-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DAppendix BDisplay ControllerDisplay ControllerThe display controller interprets softwar

xvi User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DPrefaceCongratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite

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User’s Manual C-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DAppendix CWireless LANCard SpecificationsForm Factor PCI Express Mini CardCompatibility

C-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRadio CharacteristicsRadio Characteristics of Wireless LAN Cards may vary according to:

User’s Manual C-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSupported Frequency Sub-bandsSubject to the radio regulations that apply in the countri

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User’s Manual D-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DAppendix DAC Power Cord and ConnectorsThe power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible

D-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DIn Europe, power cords must be VDE type, H05VVH2-F and two conductor.For the United Sta

User’s Manual E-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DAppendix ETOSHIBA PC Health MonitorThe TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monit

E-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DStarting the TOSHIBA PC Health MonitorThe TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started usin

User’s Manual F-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DAppendix FIf your computer is stolenShould your computer be stolen, however, we’ll help

User’s Manual xviiSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.Chapter 9, Trou

F-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTOSHIBA Theft RegistrationSend to: TOSHIBA Europe GmbHTechnical Service and SupportBlum

User’s Manual Glossary-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DGlossaryThe terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual. Alternat

Glossary-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DI/O: input/outputKB: kilobyteLAN: local area networkLCD: liquid crystal displayL

User’s Manual Glossary-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500Dalternating current (AC): Electric current that reverses its direction of flow a

Glossary-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DCcache memory: A section of very fast memory in which frequently used informatio

User’s Manual Glossary-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500Dcomputer program: A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to

Glossary-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500Ddocumentation: The set of manuals and/or other instructions written for the user

User’s Manual Glossary-7Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500Dfingerprint sensor: The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique char

Glossary-8 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DIicon: A small graphic image displayed on the screen or in the indicator panel.

User’s Manual Glossary-9Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DLiquid Crystal Display (LCD): Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass

xviii User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DMessagesMessages are used in this manual to bring important information to your atten

Glossary-10 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500Dnumeric keypad overlay: A feature that allows you to use certain keys on the ke

User’s Manual Glossary-11Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500Dpointing device: Any device, such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that enables you

Glossary-12 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSD/SDHC Card: Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of

User’s Manual Glossary-13Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DWwarm start: Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off.Wi-Fi®:

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User’s Manual Index-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DIndexAAC adaptor, 2-13additional, 8-11connecting, 3-2ASCII characters, 5-6BBattery,

Index-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DHot keys, 1-9, 5-3Brightness decreases, 5-3Brightness increases, 5-3Enable Keypad,

User’s Manual Index-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DProblemsAC power, 9-5analyzing, 9-2battery, 9-6DVD Super Multi Double Layer drive,

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User’s Manual xixSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DGeneral PrecautionsTOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain a

ii User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DCopyright© 2009 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, t

xx User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DStress injuryCarefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains i

User’s Manual 1-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 1IntroductionThis chapter provides an equipment checklist, and identifies the c

1-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSoftwareThe following Windows® operating system and utility software are pre-installed:

User’s Manual 1-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DFeaturesPlease visit your region’s web site for the configuration details of the model

1-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DPowerDisksBattery Pack Your computer is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery p

User’s Manual 1-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DOptical disc driveUnder certain unusual conditions of prolonged non-use and/or exposure

1-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DDisplayThe computer’s LCD panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The screen can

User’s Manual 1-7Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSlotsMultimediaCommunicationsExpressCard Slot The ExpressCard slot that can accommodate

1-8 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSecurityWireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with a Wireless LAN mod

User’s Manual 1-9Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSpecial featuresThe following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are ad

User’s Manual iiiSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DDolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.ExpressCard is a trademark of PCM

1-10 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DLow BatteryAutomaticHibernation*1When battery power is exhausted to the point that com

User’s Manual 1-11Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTOSHIBA Value Added PackageThis section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-i

1-12 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DUtilities and ApplicationsThis section describes pre-installed utilities and tells how

User’s Manual 1-13Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DFrame dropping, audio skipping or asynchronous audio and video may occur during playba

1-14 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTOSHIBA ConfigFree ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communi

User’s Manual 1-15Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DOptionsYou can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and co

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User’s Manual 2-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 2The Grand TourThis chapter identifies the various components of your computer.

2-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Turn Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardia

User’s Manual 2-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DLeft sideThe following figure shows the computer’s left side.Figure 2-2 The left side o

iv User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DThis product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC (Electroma

2-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D5 ExpressCard Slot This slot allows you to insert an ExpressCard. An ExpressCard is a s

User’s Manual 2-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRight sideThe following figure shows the computer’s right side.Figure 2-3 The right sid

2-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D6 LAN Jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has built-in support for Et

User’s Manual 2-7Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DUndersideThe following figure shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the displa

2-8 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D6 Battery Pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC adaptor is not connecte

User’s Manual 2-9Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DFront with the display openThis section shows the front of the computer with the displa

2-10 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D1 TouchPad Control ButtonsThese let you select menu items or manipulate text and graph

User’s Manual 2-11Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D12 CD/ DVD Button Pressing this button will launch an application program that allows

2-12 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DOptical Disc DriveAn ATAPI interface controller is used for optical disc operation. Wh

User’s Manual 2-13Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DDVD Super Multi Double Layer driveThe full-size DVD Super Multi (±R DL) drive module l

User’s Manual vSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DGOSTFollowing information is only for EU-member states:Disposal of productsDisposal of ba

2-14 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DFigure 2-6 The AC adaptor Use Depending on the model in question, either a 2-pin or 3

User’s Manual 3-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 3Getting StartedThis chapter provides basic information to get you started usin

3-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DConnecting the AC adaptorAttach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or y

User’s Manual 3-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.Figure 3-1 Connecting the power cord to the

3-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DOpening the displayThe display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optim

User’s Manual 3-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTurning on the powerThis section describes how to turn on the power.Press and hold the

3-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTurning off the powerThe power can be turned off in one of the following modes: Shut do

User’s Manual 3-7Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DBenefits of Sleep ModeThe Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits: Restores

3-8 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSleep Mode limitationsSleep Mode will not function under the following conditions: Pow

User’s Manual 3-9Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DStarting Hibernation ModeTo enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below.1. Click .2.

vi User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DDisposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries Discard this computer in accorda

3-10 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRestarting the computerCertain conditions require that you reset the system. For examp

User’s Manual 3-11Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRestoring the pre-installed SoftwareDepending on the model you purchased, different wa

3-12 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D4. Insert the first blank media into the optical disc drive tray.5. Double click the R

User’s Manual 3-13Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D1. Turn off the computer.2. Turn on the computer and when the TOSHIBA screen appears r

3-14 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D1. Load the Recovery Discs into the optical disc drive and turn off the computer’s pow

User’s Manual 4-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 4Operating BasicsThis chapter gives information on basic operations including u

4-2 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DFor some functions, you can tap the TouchPad instead of pressing a control button.USB S

User’s Manual 4-3Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D The “USB Sleep and Charge function” only works for compatible ports.This function is

4-4 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DStarting the USB Sleep and Charge UtilityTo start the utility, click Start -> All Pr

User’s Manual 4-5Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DUsing the Web CameraThis section describes the bundled webcam utility, which can captur

User’s Manual viiSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DVisit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www.energystar.gov for more information re

4-6 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DUsing TOSHIBA Web Camera ApplicationTOSHIBA Web Camera Application is pre-configured to

User’s Manual 4-7Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DUsing the microphoneYour computer has a built-in microphone that can be used to record

4-8 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DDisclaimerTOSHIBA does not guarantee that the face recognition utility technology willb

User’s Manual 4-9Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D9. Perform the verification test. Face the screen as you do when you register. If veri

4-10 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D1:N Mode Login screen1. Turn on the computer.2. The Select Tiles screen will be displa

User’s Manual 4-11Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DLoading discsTo load a disc, follow the steps below and refer to the figures.1. a. Whe

4-12 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D2. Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened.Figure 4-4 Pulling the dr

User’s Manual 4-13Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D4. Press gently at the centre of the disc until you feel it click into place. The disc

4-14 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DFigure 4-7 Inserting a discRemoving discsTo remove the disc, follow the steps below an

User’s Manual 4-15Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DFigure 4-8 Removing a disc3. Push the centre of the drawer to close it. Press gently u

viii User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DManufacturer TypeTEAC DVD Super Multi (±R Double Layer) DV-W28SPanasonicCommunications

4-16 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D3. Gently hold the CD/DVD by the edges and pull it horizontally.Writing CD/DVDs on DVD

User’s Manual 4-17Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DImportant messageBefore you write or rewrite to any of the media supported by the DVD

4-18 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DBefore writing or rewriting Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we sugg

User’s Manual 4-19Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D If the disc is poor in quality, or is dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors

4-20 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D Be sure to close all other software programs except for the writing software itself.

User’s Manual 4-21Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D If the media is of poor quality, or is dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors

4-22 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD-RAM discs - to achieve this y

User’s Manual 4-23Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTOSHIBA DVD PlayerThis software is provided for playback of DVD Video.It has an on-scr

4-24 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DMedia careThis section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD’s, DVD’s and

User’s Manual 4-25Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D9. Do not place heavy objects on your floppy diskettes.10. Do not eat, smoke, or use i

User’s Manual ixSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DHitachi-LG Data Storage, Inc.DVD Super Multi (+R Double Layer) GU10N/GU10F The DVD Supe

4-26 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DRealtek HD Audio ManagerYou can confirm and change the audio configuration using the R

User’s Manual 4-27Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DWireless communicationsThe computer’s wireless communication function supports both Wi

4-28 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DSecurity Be sure to enable the encryption function otherwise you may expose your comp

User’s Manual 4-29Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DWireless activity LEDThe wireless activity LED indicates the status of the wireless co

4-30 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DLAN cable typesIf you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX

User’s Manual 4-31Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DCleaning the computerTo help ensure long, trouble-free operation, keep the computer fr

4-32 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D When carrying your computer, be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or

User’s Manual 4-33Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DTOSHIBA HDD Protection PropertiesYou can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by

4-34 User’s ManualSatellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DDetailsTo open the Details window, click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Pr

User’s Manual 5-1Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500DChapter 5The KeyboardThe computer’s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101/102-key