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Reference Guide

Table of Contents

Satellite® L500 Series Resource Guide
1
Contents
2
Introduction
23
- This guide
  24
- Other documentation
  25
Setting up your computer and getting started
25
Adding memory (optional)
29
- Installing a memory module
  30
- Removing a memory module
  35
Your computer’s TFT display
36
Learning the basics
37
- Computing tips
  37
Using the TouchPad™
37
- Adjusting TouchPad™ settings
  39
- Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™
  40
Using the optical drive
40
Moving the computer
43
Mobile computing
43
Taking care of your battery
47
If something goes wrong
50
If you need further assistance
52
Power cord/cable connectors
53
Features and specifications
53
Index
54
- A
  54
- B
  54
- C
  54
- D
  54
- E
  54
- F
  54
- I
  54
- K
  54
- L
  54
- M
  54
- N
  55
- O
  55
- P
  55
- R
  55
- S
  55
- T
  55
- U
  55
- W
  55

Reference Guide

Size:

1.43 MB
Pages:

56
Language:

English

User Guide

Table of Contents

Satellite® L500 Series User’s Guide
1
Contents
30
Introduction
37
- This guide
  39
- Safety icons
  40
  - Other icons used
    40
  - Your computer’s features and specifications
    41
- Other documentation
  41
- Service options
  41
Chapter 1: Getting Started
42
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics
93
- Computing tips
  93
- Using the keyboard
  95
  - Character keys
    95
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
    95
  - Function keys
    96
  - Special Windows® keys
    96
- Starting a program
  96
- Saving your work
  99
- Printing your work
  100
- Backing up your work
  101
  - Restoring your work
    102
- Using the optical drive
  102
  - Optical drive components
    103
  - Media control buttons
    104
  - Inserting an optical disc
    104
  - Playing an audio CD
    106
  - Playing optical media
    106
  - Recording optical media
    107
  - Removing a disc with the computer on
    107
  - Removing a disc with the computer off
    108
  - Caring for optical discs
    108
- Toshiba’s online resources
  108
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing
109
- Toshiba’s energy-saver design
  109
- Running the computer on battery power
  110
  - Battery Notice
    110
  - Power management
    111
  - Using additional batteries
    111
- Charging batteries
  111
  - Charging the main battery
    112
  - Charging the RTC battery
    112
- Monitoring main battery power
  113
- Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan
  119
- Changing the main battery
  119
  - Removing the battery from the computer
    120
  - Inserting a charged battery
    121
- Taking care of your battery
  122
  - Safety precautions
    122
  - Maintaining your battery
    123
- Disposing of used batteries
  124
- Traveling tips
  125
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features
126
- Exploring the desktop
  126
  - Finding your way around the desktop
    127
- Setting up for communications
  129
  - Connecting your computer to a network
    130
  - Connecting a modem to a telephone line
    130
- An overview of using the Internet
  132
  - The Internet
    132
  - The World Wide Web
    132
  - Internet Service Providers
    132
  - Connecting to the Internet
    133
  - Surfing the Internet
    133
  - Internet features
    133
  - Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet
    134
- Exploring audio features
  135
  - Recording sounds
    135
  - Using external speakers or headphones
    135
- Using the Web Camera
  136
- Using the Memory card reader
  137
  - Inserting memory media
    138
  - Removing memory media
    138
- Using the eSATA/USB combo port
  139
Chapter 5: Utilities
140
- TOSHIBA Assist
  141
  - Connect
    142
  - Secure
    143
  - Protect & Fix
    144
  - Optimize
    145
- TOSHIBA Application Installer
  146
- Setting passwords
  147
  - Using an instant password
    147
  - Using a supervisor password
    148
  - Using a user password
    149
  - Deleting a user password
    150
- TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility
  151
- TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility
  152
- TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility
  153
- Mouse Utility
  154
- TOSHIBA Hardware Setup
  155
- TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
  157
- TOSHIBA Button Support
  158
- TOSHIBA Accessibility
  159
- TOSHIBA eco Utility™
  160
- TOSHIBA Service Station
  161
- TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
  161
- ConfigFree®
  162
  - Getting Started
    162
  - ConfigFree® Utilities
    163
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong
166
- Problems that are easy to fix
  166
- Problems when you turn on the computer
  167
- The Windows® operating system is not working
  170
- Fixing a problem with Device Manager
  172
  - Checking device properties
    173
- Memory problems
  173
- Power and the batteries
  174
- Keyboard problems
  175
- Display problems
  176
- Disk or storage drive problems
  177
- Optical drive problems
  179
- Sound system problems
  180
- Printer problems
  181
- Modem problems
  182
- Wireless networking problems
  182
- DVD operating problems
  184
- Develop good computing habits
  185
  - Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system
    186
- If you need further assistance
  190
  - Before you contact Toshiba
    190
  - Contacting Toshiba
    190
- Other Toshiba Internet Web sites
  191
- Toshiba’s worldwide offices
  191
Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards
193
- Hot Key Cards
  193
  - Using the Hot Key Cards
    194
- Application Cards
  195
  - Using the Application Cards
    196
  - Card Case
    196
- Hot key functions
  197
  - Volume Mute
    197
  - Lock (Instant security)
    198
  - Power plan
    199
  - Sleep mode
    200
  - Hibernation mode
    201
  - Output (Display switch)
    202
  - Display brightness
    203
  - Disabling or enabling wireless devices
    204
  - Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™
    205
  - Zoom (Display resolution)
    206
  - Keyboard hot key functions
    207
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors
208
Glossary
209
- A
  211
- B
  212
- C
  212
- D
  214
- E
  215
- F
  216
- G
  216
- H
  216
- I
  217
- K
  217
- L
  217
- M
  218
- N
  219
- O
  219
- P
  219
- R
  220
- S
  221
- T
  222
- U
  222
- W
  222
Index
223

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4.48 MB
Pages:

229
Language:

English

Specification Guide

Specification Guide

Size:

52.8 KB
Pages:

4
Language:

English