Toshiba NB505 User Manual

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User’s Manual
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NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series
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 Start -> Control Panel -> System 
and Security -> Power Options.
TOSHIBA Media 
Controller
This application allows you to control your music, 
pictures and videos by streaming content to any 
compatible device in your home.
To access this utility, click Start -> All Programs -
> TOSHIBA -> TOSHIBA Media Controller -> 
TOSHIBA Media Controller.
For more information, please refer to the 
TOSHIBA Media Controller Help.
Hot keys
Hot 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 off
*1
This feature automatically cuts off power to the 
hard 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 
Sleep/Hibernation 
Mode
*1
This feature automatically shuts down the system 
into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when 
there is no input or hardware access for a 
specified time. This can be specified in the Power 
Options.
Keypad overlay
A ten-key numeric keypad is integrated into the 
keyboard. Please refer to the 
section in Chapter 3, Operating Basics, for 
information on using this feature.
Power on password
Two levels of password security, supervisor and 
user, are available to prevent unauthorized access 
to your computer.
Instant security
A specific hot key function automatically locks the 
system providing data security.