Toshiba Satellite Pro L550 User Manual

User’s Manual

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Operating Basics

LAN

The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per

second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,

100BASE-TX). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.

LAN cable types

If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-

TX), be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher. You cannot use a

CAT3 cable.
If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you

can connect with a CAT3 or higher cable.

Connecting the LAN cable

To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below:
1. Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices

connected to the computer.

Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake-up on LAN is

enabled.

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The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system

is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.

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The Link speed (10/100 megabits per second) changes automatically

depending on the network conditions (connected device, cable or

noise, and so on).

The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN.

Logging onto a LAN using the computer's default settings could cause a

malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator

regarding set-up procedures.

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Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable. The AC

adaptor must remain connected during LAN use. If you disconnect the

AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN, the system may

hang up.

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Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable.

Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may occur.

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Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is

connected to the LAN jack. Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may

occur.