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Toshiba Satellite A500 Series Service Manual (285 pages)

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 14.54 MB

Table of Contents

6
- Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
  
  14
Table of Contents

17
- Features
  18
- Figure 1-1 ID Parts Description Placement
  23
- Figure 1-2 Computer Block Diagram
  24
- Figure 1-3 System Board Configurations
  25
- Figure 1-4 System Unit Block Diagram
  26
- System Unit Components
  26
- Figure 1-5 SATA HDD
  32
- Inch HDD
  32
- Table 1-1 HDD Specifications
  32
- Figure 1-6 Solid Status Drive
  33
- Solid Status Drive (SSD)
  33
- DVD Super Multi (+-R Double Layer)
  34
- Figure 1-7 DVD Super Multi Drive
  34
- Table 1-2 DVD Super Multi Drive Specifications
  34
- Power Supply
  35
- Batteries
  36
  - Battery Charging Control
    36
  - Main Battery
    36
  - Table 1-3 Battery Specifications
    36
  - RTC Battery
    37
  - Table 1-4 Quick/Normal Charging Time
    37
- Chapter 2 Troubleshooting
  
  38
Chapter 2 Troubleshooting

39
- Outline
  42
- Basic Flowchart
  43
- Power Supply
  47
- System Board
  49
- Hdd
  52
- Ssd
  56
- Keyboard
  59
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    59
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
    59
- Display
  60
- ODD (Optical Disk Drive)
  62
- Lan
  64
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    64
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
    64
- Finger Print (Optional)
  65
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    65
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check
    65
- Audio Test
  66
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    66
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
    66
- IEEE 1394 Test
  67
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    67
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check
    67
- Cooling Module
  68
  - Procedure 1 Test Program Check
    68
  - Procedure 2 Connector Check and Replacement Check
    68
- Chapter 3 Diagnostic Programs
  
  70
Chapter 3 Diagnostic Programs

71
- General
  74
- Quick Start
  76
  - Customization Test
    76
  - Quick Test
    76
  - Keyboard Layout Test
    80
  - Audio Play Test
    81
  - Hotkey Test
    81
  - Audio Record Test
    82
  - DMI Read
    82
  - DMI Write
    82
  - Sensor Test
    84
  - System Information
    90
  - View Logs
    91
  - Exit to Free DOS
    92
  - The Diagnostics Screen Explanation
    92
- Options
  95
  - Overview
    95
  - Batch Parameters Configuration
    96
  - Item's Parameters Configuration
    98
  - Load Batch Parameters
    99
  - LOG Parameters Setting
    100
  - Save Batch Parameters
    100
  - Display LOG File
    102
  - Specify LOG Viewer
    102
  - LOG Viewer
    103
  - LOG File Sample
    104
- Subtests
  106
- System Test
  109
- Memory Test
  114
- Storage
  120
- Video
  124
- Communication (COMM)
  132
- Peripheral
  133
- Error Codes and Description
  135
- Quick Test Item List
  142
- Chapter 4 Replacement Procedures
  
  143

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series User Manual (258 pages)

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 7.63 MB

Table of Contents

21
- Copyright
  2
- Disclaimer
  2
- Trademarks
  2
- Macrovision License of Notice
  3
- FCC Information
  4
  - Fcc Conditions
    4
- EU Conformity Statement
  5
- Important Safety Information for Computers with TV Tuner
  5
- VCCI Class B Information
  5
- Canadian Regulatory Information (Canada Only)
  6
- Modem Warning Notice
  6
- Japan Regulations
  7
  - Region Selection
    7
  - Type of Service
    9
  - Telephone Company Procedures
    9
  - If Problems Arise
    9
  - Fax Branding
    9
- Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
  10
- Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand
  11
  - General Conditions
    13
- Following Information Is Only for EU-Member States
  14
- Optical Disc Drive Standards
  15
  - Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
    16
- International Precautions
  19
  - Table of Contents
    21
- Manual Contents
  25
- Preface
  25
- Conventions
  26
- Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
  28
- General Precautions
  28
- Provide Adequate Ventilation
  28
- Expresscard Overheating
  29
- Heat Injury
  29
- Pressure or Impact Damage
  29
- Stress Injury
  29
- Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
  30
- Mobile Phones
  30
- Chapter 1 Introduction
  
  31
  - Equipment Checklist
    31
  - Features
    33
  - Optical Disc Drive
    37
  - Pointing Device
    38
  - Special Features
    42
  - TOSHIBA Value Added Package
    45
  - Utilities and Applications
    46
  - Options
    50
- Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
  
  51
  - Front with the Display Closed
    51
  - Left Side
    53
  - Right Side
    56
  - Underside
    58
  - Front with the Display Open
    60
  - Function Buttons
    65
  - System Indicators
    66
  - Keyboard Indicators
    67
  - Optical Disc Drives
    68
    
    Writable Discs
    68
    
    DVD Super Multi Drive
    69
  - Remote Controller
    70
  - Slim Size Remote Controller
    74
  - Using the Remote Controller
    76
  - Installing/Removing Batteries
    78
    
    Installing the Batteries
    79
    
    Replacing the Batteries
    80
    
    Installing the Battery
    80
    
    Replacing the Battery
    81
    
    Placing Slim Size Remote Controller
    81
  - AC Adaptor
    83
- Chapter 3 Getting Started
  
  84
  - Connecting the AC Adaptor
    85
  - Opening the Display
    88
  - Turning on the Power
    90
  - Starting up for the First Time
    90
  - Turning off the Power
    91
  - Shut down Mode
    91
  - Hibernation Mode
    91
  - Starting Hibernation Mode
    92
  - Sleep Mode
    93
  - Executing Sleep Mode
    94
  - Restarting the Computer
    95
  - System Recovery Options
    95
- Chapter 4 Operating Basics
  
  99
  - Using the Touch Pad
    99
  - Using the Fingerprint Sensor
    100
    
    Fingerprint Sensor Limitations
    103
    
    Fingerprint Registration
    103
    
    How to Delete the Fingerprint Data
    104
    
    Windows Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication
    105
    
    Fingerprint System Boot Authentication
    105
    
    Fingerprint Utility Limitations
    106
  - Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Function
    107
    
    Starting the Usb Sleep and Charge Utility
    108
    
    Enabling Usb Sleep and Charge
    108
    
    Power Supply Mode Settings
    109
    
    Battery Settings
    109
  - Using Optical Disk Drives
    109
    
    Loading Discs
    110
    
    Removing Discs
    112
  - Function Buttons
    114
  - Writing CD/DVD on DVD Super Multi Drives
    114
    
    Important Message
    115
    
    Before Writing or Rewriting
    115
    
    When Writing or Rewriting
    118
    
    Toshiba Disc Creator
    119
    
    Data Verification
    120
    
    How to Learn more about Toshiba Disc Creator
    121
    
    Important Information for Use
    122
    
    Notes on Use
    123
    
    Toshiba DVD Player
    124
    
    Starting Toshiba DVD Player
    125
    
    Operating Toshiba DVD Player
    125
    
    Open Toshiba DVD Player Help
    125
  - Media Care
    125
  - Floppy Diskettes
    126
  - Sound System
    127
    
    Adjusting System Volume
    127
    
    Changing System Sounds
    127
    
    Realtek Hd Audio Manager
    127
    
    Speaker Configuration
    128
  - Using the Web Camera
    129
  - Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application
    130
  - Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition
    131
  - Modem
    135
    
    Properties Menu
    136
    
    Modem Selection
    136
    
    Dialing Properties
    136
  - TV Tuner
    137
  - Using the Fm Tuner
    140
  - Wireless Communications
    140
    
    Bluetooth Wireless Technology
    141
    
    Worldwide Operation
    141
    
    Radio Links
    141
    
    Product Support
    142
    
    Wireless Communication Switch
    142
  - Lan
    143
    
    Wireless Communication Indicator
    143
    
    Lan Cable Types
    144
    
    Connecting the Lan Cable
    144
    
    Disconnecting the Lan Cable
    145
  - Cleaning the Computer
    145
  - Moving the Computer
    146
  - Heat Dispersal
    147
  - Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
    147
    
    Taskbar Icon
    148
    
    Toshiba Hdd Protection Properties
    148
    
    Hdd Protection
    148
- Chapter 5 The Keyboard
  
  150
  - Typewriter Keys
    150
  - Emulating Keys on an Enhanced Keyboard
    151
  - Function Keys: F1
    151
  - Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations
    151
  - Hot Keys
    152
  - Windows Special Keys
    154
  - Touchpad Enable/Disable Button
    154
  - Generating ASCII Characters
    154
- Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
  
  155
  - Power Conditions
    155
  - Power Indicators
    156
    
    Battery Indicator
    156
    
    DC in Indicator
    157
    
    Power Indicator
    157
  - Battery Types
    157
    
    Battery Pack
    157
    
    Real Time Clock Battery
    158
  - Care and Use of the Battery Pack
    159
    
    Charging the Batteries
    159
    
    Battery Charging Notice
    160
    
    Monitoring Battery Capacity
    161
    
    Maximizing Battery Operating Time
    161
    
    Retaining Data with Power off
    162
    
    Extending Battery Life
    162
  - Replacing the Battery Pack
    163
  - TOSHIBA Password Utility
    165
    
    Supervisor Password
    165
    
    Windows Utilities
    166
  - Power-Up Modes
    166
  - Panel Power On/Off
    166
  - System Auto off
    167
- Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
  
  168
  - HW Setup
    168
  - Accessing HW Setup
    168
  - HW Setup Window
    168
    
    User Password
    169
    
    Boot Priority
    170
    
    Function Button
    170
    
    Keyboard Backlight
    172
- Chapter 8 Optional Devices
  
  173
  - Power Devices
    173
  - Peripheral Devices
    173
  - Expresscard
    174
    
    Inserting an Expresscard
    174
    
    Removing an Expresscard
    175
  - Bridge Media Slot
    176
  - Memory Media
    177
  - Additional Memory Module
    178
  - Installing a Memory Module
    179
  - Battery Packs
    181
  - Universal AC Adaptor
    181
  - Battery Charger
    181
  - USB Floppy Diskette Drive
    182
  - Esata (External Serial ATA)
    184
  - External Monitor
    185
  - Disconnecting an Esata Device
    185
  - Hdmi
    187
  - Connecting the Hdmi out Port
    187
  - Settings for Display Video on Hdmi
    188
  - Security Lock
    190
- Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
  
  191
  - Problem Solving Process
    191
  - Preliminary Checklist
    192
  - Analyzing the Problem
    192
  - Hardware and System Checklist
    193
  - Self Test
    194
  - System Start-Up
    194
  - Overheating Power down
    195
  - Ac Power
    195
  - Real Time Clock
    197
  - Internal Display Panel
    198
  - Solid State Drive
    199
  - Hard Disk Drive
    199
  - XD Picture Card
    203
  - Infrared Receiver Window
    204
  - Touch Pad
    204
  - Usb Mouse
    206
  - Fingerprint Sensor
    207
  - Usb Device
    207
    
    Esata Device
    209
    
    Volume Control
    211
    
    Hdmi Monitor Output Function
    215
  - Video Playback
    216
  - TOSHIBA Support
    217
- Chapter 10 Disclaimers
  
  219
  - Cpu
    219
  - Memory (Main System)
    220
  - Battery Life
    221
  - SSD/HDD Drive Capacity
    221
  - Lcd
    221
  - Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU")
    221
  - Wireless LAN
    222
  - USB Sleep & Charge
    222
  - External HDD Capacity
    222
  - Non-Applicable Icons
    222
  - Copy Protection
    222
  - Images
    222
  - LCD Brightness and Eye Stain
    223
  - TV Tuner
    223
  - Safety Use for TV Tuner
    223
  - Specifications
    225
  - Environmental Requirements
    225
- Appendix A
  
  225
- Appendix B Display Controller
  
  227
  - Display Controller
    227
  - V.90/V.92 Mode
    228
- Appendix C
  
  228
  - AT Command
    230
- Appendix D Wireless LAN
  
  231
  - Card Specifications
    231
  - Radio Characteristics
    232
  - Supported Frequency Sub-Bands
    232
  - AC Power Cord and Connectors
    236
- Appendix E
  
  236
  - Certification Agencies
    237
  - TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
    239
- Appendix F
  
  239
  - Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
    240

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series User Manual (269 pages)

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 9.17 MB

Table of Contents

22
- Copyright
  2
- Disclaimer
  2
- Trademarks
  2
- FCC Information
  3
- Macrovision License of Notice
  3
- EU Conformity Statement
  4
  - Fcc Conditions
    4
- Important Safety Information for Computers with TV Tuner
  5
- Modem Warning Notice
  5
  - Region Selection
    6
  - Type of Service
    8
  - Telephone Company Procedures
    8
  - If Problems Arise
    8
- VCCI Class B Information
  5
- Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
  9
  - Fax Branding
    9
- Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand
  10
  - General Conditions
    12
- Following Information Is Only for EU-Member States
  13
- Optical Disc Drive Standards
  14
  - Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
    15
- International Precautions
  20
  - Table of Contents
    22
- Manual Contents
  26
- Preface
  26
- Conventions
  27
- Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
  29
- General Precautions
  29
- Provide Adequate Ventilation
  29
- Expresscard Overheating
  30
- Heat Injury
  30
- Pressure or Impact Damage
  30
- Stress Injury
  30
- Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
  31
- Mobile Phones
  31
- Chapter 1 Introduction
  
  32
  - Equipment Checklist
    32
  - Features
    34
  - Optical Disc Drive
    38
  - Pointing Device
    41
  - Special Features
    45
  - TOSHIBA Value Added Package
    48
  - Utilities and Applications
    49
  - Options
    53
- Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
  
  54
  - Front with the Display Closed
    54
  - Left Side
    56
  - Right Side
    59
  - Underside
    61
  - Front with the Display Open
    63
  - Function Buttons
    67
  - System Indicators
    68
  - Keyboard Indicators
    69
  - Optical Disc Drives
    70
    
    Writable Discs
    71
    
    DVD Super Multi Drive
    73
  - Remote Controller
    74
  - Slim Size Remote Controller
    78
  - Using the Remote Controller
    80
  - Installing/Removing Batteries
    82
    
    Installing the Batteries
    83
    
    Replacing the Batteries
    84
    
    Installing the Battery
    84
    
    Replacing the Battery
    85
    
    Placing Slim Size Remote Controller
    85
  - AC Adaptor
    87
- Chapter 3 Getting Started
  
  88
  - Connecting the AC Adaptor
    89
  - Opening the Display
    92
  - Turning on the Power
    94
  - Starting up for the First Time
    94
  - Turning off the Power
    95
  - Starting Hibernation Mode
    96
  - Sleep Mode
    97
  - Executing Sleep Mode
    98
  - Restarting the Computer
    99
  - System Recovery Options
    99
- Chapter 4 Operating Basics
  
  103
  - Using the Touch Pad
    103
  - Touch Pad Gesture
    104
  - Using the Fingerprint Sensor
    105
    
    Fingerprint Sensor Limitations
    108
    
    Fingerprint Registration
    108
    
    How to Delete the Fingerprint Data
    109
    
    Windows Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication
    110
    
    Fingerprint System Boot Authentication
    110
  - Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Function
    112
  - Using Optical Disk Drives
    114
    
    Loading Discs
    116
    
    Removing Discs
    118
    
    Optical Drive Auto Lock
    119
  - Function Buttons
    121
  - Writing CD/DVD/BD on DVD Super Multi Drives or BD Writer Drives or BD Combo Drives
    121
    
    Important Message
    122
    
    Before Writing or Rewriting
    122
    
    DVD Supermulti Drive
    122
    
    When Writing or Rewriting
    126
  - Toshiba Disc Creator
    128
    
    Data Verification
    129
    
    How to Learn more about Toshiba Disc Creator
    129
    
    Important Information for Use
    131
    
    Notes on Use
    132
    
    Toshiba DVD Player
    133
    
    Starting Toshiba DVD Player
    133
    
    Operating Toshiba DVD Player
    134
  - Media Care
    135
  - Floppy Diskettes
    136
  - Sound System
    137
  - Speaker Configuration
    138
  - Using the Web Camera
    139
  - Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application
    140
  - Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition
    141
  - Modem
    145
    
    Properties Menu
    146
    
    Modem Selection
    146
    
    Dialing Properties
    147
  - TV Tuner
    148
  - Wireless Communications
    149
    
    Bluetooth Wireless Technology
    151
    
    Worldwide Operation
    151
    
    Radio Links
    151
    
    Product Support
    152
    
    Wireless Communication Switch
    152
  - Lan
    153
    
    Wireless Communication Indicator
    153
    
    Connecting the Lan Cable
    154
  - Cleaning the Computer
    155
  - Moving the Computer
    156
  - Heat Dispersal
    156
  - Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
    157
- Chapter 5 The Keyboard
  
  159
  - Typewriter Keys
    159
  - Function Keys: F1
    160
  - Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations
    160
  - Hot Keys
    161
  - Windows Special Keys
    163
  - Touchpad Enable/Disable Button
    163
  - Generating ASCII Characters
    163
- Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
  
  164
  - Power Conditions
    164
  - Power Indicators
    165
  - Battery Types
    166
  - Real Time Clock Battery
    167
  - Care and Use of the Battery Pack
    168
    
    Battery Charging Notice
    169
    
    Monitoring Battery Capacity
    170
    
    Maximizing Battery Operating Time
    170
    
    Retaining Data with Power off
    171
    
    Extending Battery Life
    171
  - Replacing the Battery Pack
    172
  - TOSHIBA Password Utility
    174
  - Power-Up Modes
    175
  - Panel Power On/Off
    175
  - System Auto off
    176
- Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
  
  177
  - HW Setup
    177
  - Accessing HW Setup
    177
  - HW Setup Window
    177
    
    User Password
    178
    
    Boot Priority
    179
    
    Function Button
    179
    
    Keyboard Backlight
    181
- Chapter 8 Optional Devices
  
  182
  - Power Devices
    182
  - Peripheral Devices
    182
  - Expresscard
    183
  - Removing an Expresscard
    184
  - Bridge Media Slot
    185
  - Memory Media
    186
  - Additional Memory Module
    187
  - Installing a Memory Module
    188
  - Battery Packs
    190
  - Universal AC Adaptor
    190
  - Battery Charger
    190
  - USB Floppy Diskette Drive
    191
  - Esata (External Serial ATA)
    193
  - External Monitor
    194
  - Television Via HDMI
    196
  - Security Lock
    200
- Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
  
  201
  - Problem Solving Process
    201
  - Preliminary Checklist
    202
  - Analyzing the Problem
    202
  - Hardware and System Checklist
    203
  - Self Test
    204
  - System Start-Up
    204
  - Overheating Power down
    205
  - Ac Power
    205
  - Real Time Clock
    207
  - Internal Display Panel
    208
  - Solid State Drive
    210
  - Hard Disk Drive
    210
  - XD Picture Card
    215
  - Infrared Receiver Window
    216
  - Touch Pad
    216
  - Usb Mouse
    218
  - Fingerprint Sensor
    219
  - Usb Device
    219
    
    Usb Sleep and Charge Function
    220
    
    Esata Device
    221
    
    Volume Control
    223
  - TOSHIBA Support
    228
- Chapter 10 Disclaimers
  
  230
  - Cpu
    230
    
    Memory (Main System)
    231
    
    Battery Life
    232
    
    SSD/HDD Drive Capacity
    232
    
    Lcd
    232
    
    Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU")
    232
    
    Wireless LAN
    233
    
    USB Sleep & Charge
    233
    
    External HDD Capacity
    233
    
    Non-Applicable Icons
    233
    
    Copy Protection
    233
    
    Images
    233
    
    LCD Brightness and Eye Stain
    234
    
    TV Tuner
    234
    
    Safety Use for TV Tuner
    234
  - Specifications
    236
    
    Environmental Requirements
    236
- Appendix A Specifications
  
  238
- Appendix B Display Controller
  
  238
  - Display Controller
    238
  - V.90/V.92 Mode
    239
  - AT Command
    241
- Appendix C V.90/V.92
  
  242
- Appendix D Wireless LAN
  
  242
  - Card Specifications
    242
  - Radio Characteristics
    243
  - Supported Frequency Sub-Bands
    243
  - AC Power Cord and Connectors
    247
    
    Certification Agencies
    248
- Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors
  
  250
  - TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
    250
- Appendix F TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
  
  251
  - Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
    251

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series User Manual (269 pages)

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 20.58 MB

Copyright
2
Disclaimer
2
Trademarks
2
FCC Information
3
Macrovision License of Notice
3
EU Conformity Statement
4
Fcc Conditions
4
Important Safety Information for Computers with TV Tuner
5
Modem Warning Notice
5
VCCI Class B Information
5
- Region Selection
  6
- If Problems Arise
  8
- Telephone Company Procedures
  8
- Fax Branding
  9
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
9
Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand
10
General Conditions
12
Following Information Is Only for EU-Member States
13
Optical Disc Drive Standards
14
International Precautions
20
Table of Contents
22
Manual Contents
26
Preface
26
Conventions
27
Creating a Computer-Friendly Environment
29
General Precautions
29
Provide Adequate Ventilation
29
Expresscard Overheating
30
Heat Injury
30
Pressure or Impact Damage
30
Stress Injury
30
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
31
Mobile Phones
31
Chapter 1 Introduction

32
- Equipment Checklist
  32
- Features
  34
- Optical Disc Drive
  38
- Special Features
  45
- TOSHIBA Value Added Package
  48
- Utilities and Applications
  49
- Options
  53
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

54
- Front with the Display Closed
  54
- Left Side
  56
- Right Side
  59
- Underside
  61
- Front with the Display Open
  63
- Function Buttons
  67
- System Indicators
  68
- Keyboard Indicators
  69
- Optical Disc Drives
  70
- Writable Discs
  71
- Remote Controller
  74
- Slim Size Remote Controller
  78
- Using the Remote Controller
  80
- Installing/Removing Batteries
  82
  - Installing the Batteries
    83
  - Replacing the Batteries
    84
  - Installing the Battery
    84
  - Replacing the Battery
    85
  - Placing Slim Size Remote Controller
    85
- AC Adaptor
  87
Chapter 3 Getting Started

88
- Connecting the AC Adaptor
  89
- Opening the Display
  92
- Turning on the Power
  94
- Starting up for the First Time
  94
- Turning off the Power
  95
  - Starting Hibernation Mode
    96
  - Sleep Mode
    97
- Restarting the Computer
  99
- System Recovery Options
  99

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series User Manual (252 pages)

A500-ST5602 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.57 MB

Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
13
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
24
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
25
Regulatory Statements
26
Table of Contents
30
Introduction
38
This Guide
40
Safety Icons
41
- Other Icons Used
  41
- Your Computer's Features and Specifications
  42
Other Documentation
42
Service Options
42
Chapter 1: Getting Started

43
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics

95
- Computing Tips
  95
- Using the Keyboard
  97
  - Character Keys
    97
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    97
  - Function Keys
    97
  - Special Windows ® Keys
    98
- Starting a Program
  98
- Saving Your Work
  101
- Printing Your Work
  102
- Backing up Your Work
  103
  - Restoring Your Work
    104
- Using the Optical Drive
  104
  - Optical Drive Components
    105
  - Media Control Buttons
    106
  - Inserting an Optical Disc (Slot-Type Drive)
    106
  - Removing a Disc (Slot-Type Drive)
    107
  - Inserting an Optical Disc (Tray-Type Drive)
    108
  - Playing an Audio CD
    110
  - Playing Optical Media
    110
  - Recording Optical Media
    110
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer on (Tray-Type Drive)
    111
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off (Tray-Type Drive)
    111
  - Caring for Optical Discs
    112
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  112

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series User Manual (248 pages)

A500-ST5605 User's Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 5.14 MB

Fcc Requirements
4
Industry Canada Requirement
4
Fax Branding
5
If Problems Arise
5
Telephone Company Procedures
5
Wireless Interoperability
7
Regulatory Information
8
Wireless Lan and Your Health
8
Device Authorization
13
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
13
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
23
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
24
Regulatory Statements
25
Table of Contents
29
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

94
- Computing Tips
  94
- Using the Keyboard
  95
  - Character Keys
    96
  - Ctrl, Fn, and Alt Keys
    96
  - Function Keys
    96
  - Special Windows ® Keys
    97
  - Backlit Keyboard
    97
- Starting a Program
  97
- Saving Your Work
  100
- Printing Your Work
  101
- Backing up Your Work
  102
  - Restoring Your Work
    103
- Using the Optical Drive
  103
  - Optical Drive Components
    104
  - Media Control Buttons
    105
  - Inserting an Optical Disc (Slot-Type Drive)
    105
  - Removing a Disc (Slot-Type Drive)
    106
  - Inserting an Optical Disc (Tray-Type Drive)
    107
  - Playing an Audio CD
    109
  - Playing Optical Media
    109
  - Recording Optical Media
    109
  - Removing a Disc with the Computer off (Tray-Type Drive)
    110
  - Caring for Optical Discs
    110
- Toshiba's Online Resources
  111

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series User Manual (248 pages)

Toshiba Satellite A500-ST56X1: User Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 7 MB

Table of Contents

15
- Working Environment
  4
- Following Information Is Only for Turkey
  8
- Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
  9
- Manual Contents
  18
- Preface
  18
- General Precautions
  21
- Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
  23
- Chapter 1 Introduction
  
  25
  - Equipment Checklist
    25
  - Features
    27
  - Optical Disc Drive
    30
  - Pointing Device
    32
  - Special Features
    36
  - TOSHIBA Value Added Package
    38
  - Utilities and Applications
    39
  - Options
    42
- Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
  
  43
  - Front with the Display Closed
    43
  - Left Side
    44
  - Right Side
    47
  - Underside
    49
  - Front with the Display Open
    51
  - Function Buttons
    54
  - System Indicators
    55
  - Keyboard Indicators
    56
  - Optical Disc Drives
    57
  - DVD Super Multi Drive
    59
  - Remote Controller
    60
  - Slim Size Remote Controller
    64
  - Using the Remote Controller
    66
  - Installing/Removing Batteries
    67
    
    Installing the Batteries
    68
    
    Replacing the Batteries
    69
    
    Installing the Battery
    69
    
    Replacing the Battery
    70
    
    Placing Slim Size Remote Controller
    70
  - AC Adaptor
    71
- Chapter 3 Getting Started
  
  73
  - Connecting the AC Adaptor
    74
  - Opening the Display
    76
  - Turning on the Power
    77
  - Starting up for the First Time
    77
  - Turning off the Power
    78
  - Starting Hibernation Mode
    79
  - Sleep Mode
    80
  - Restarting the Computer
    81
  - System Recovery Options
    82
  - Ordering Recovery Discs from Toshiba
    85
- Chapter 4 Operating Basics
  
  87
  - Using the Touch Pad
    87
  - Touch Pad Gesture
    88
  - Using the Fingerprint Sensor
    89
    
    Points to Note about the Fingerprint Sensor
    90
    
    Fingerprint Sensor Limitations
    92
    
    Points to Note about the Fingerprint Utility
    92
    
    Fingerprint Registration
    92
    
    How to Delete the Fingerprint Data
    93
    
    Windows Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication
    94
    
    Fingerprint System Boot Authentication
    94
  - Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep-And-Charge Function
    96
  - Using Optical Disk Drives
    98
    
    Loading Discs
    99
    
    Removing Discs
    101
    
    Optical Drive Auto Lock
    102
  - Function Buttons
    104
  - Writing CD/DVD/BD on DVD Super Multi Drives or BD Writer Drives
    104
    
    Important Message
    105
    
    Before Writing or Rewriting
    105
    
    DVD Supermulti Drive
    105
    
    When Writing or Rewriting
    108
  - Toshiba Disc Creator
    109
    
    Data Verification
    110
    
    Important Information for Use
    112
    
    Toshiba DVD Player
    113
    
    Notes on Use
    113
    
    Starting Toshiba DVD Player
    115
    
    Operating Toshiba DVD Player
    115
    
    Open Toshiba DVD Player Help
    115
  - Media Care
    117
  - Floppy Diskettes
    118
  - Sound System
    119
  - Speaker Configuration
    120
  - Using the Web Camera
    121
  - Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application
    122
  - Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition
    123
    
    How to Register the Face Recognition Data
    124
    
    Windows Logon Via Toshiba Face Recognition
    125
  - Modem
    127
    
    Properties Menu
    128
    
    Modem Selection
    128
    
    Dialing Properties
    128
  - TV Tuner
    130
  - Wireless Communications
    132
    
    Bluetooth Wireless Technology
    133
    
    Product Support
    134
    
    Wireless Communication Switch
    134
  - Lan
    135
    
    Wireless Communication Indicator
    135
    
    Lan Cable Types
    135
    
    Connecting the Lan Cable
    136
  - Cleaning the Computer
    137
  - Moving the Computer
    138
  - Heat Dispersal
    138
  - Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
    139
- Chapter 5 The Keyboard
  
  141
  - Typewriter Keys
    141
  - Function Keys: F1
    142
  - Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations
    142
  - Hot Keys
    143
  - Windows Special Keys
    145
  - Touchpad Enable/Disable Button
    145
  - Generating ASCII Characters
    145
- Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
  
  147
  - Power Conditions
    147
  - Power Indicators
    148
  - Battery
    149
  - Real Time Clock Battery
    150
  - Care and Use of the Battery Pack
    151
    
    Battery Charging Notice
    152
    
    Monitoring Battery Capacity
    153
    
    Maximizing Battery Operating Time
    153
    
    Retaining Data with Power off
    154
    
    Extending Battery Life
    154
  - Replacing the Battery Pack
    155
  - TOSHIBA Password Utility
    157
    
    Supervisor Password
    158
    
    Starting the Computer by Password
    158
  - Power-Up Modes
    159
  - Panel Power On/Off
    159
  - System Auto off
    159
- Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
  
  161
  - HW Setup
    161
  - Accessing HW Setup
    161
  - HW Setup Window
    161
    
    User Password
    162
    
    Boot Priority
    163
    
    Function Button
    163
    
    Legacy Usb Support
    164
- Chapter 8 Optional Devices
  
  167
  - Expresscard
    168
  - Removing an Expresscard
    169
  - Bridge Media Slot
    170
  - Memory Media
    171
  - Additional Memory Module
    172
  - Installing a Memory Module
    173
  - Battery Packs
    175
  - Universal AC Adaptor
    175
  - Battery Charger
    175
  - USB Floppy Diskette Drive
    176
  - Esata (External Serial ATA)
    178
  - External Monitor
    179
  - Television Via HDMI
    180
  - Security Lock
    184
- Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
  
  185
  - Problem Solving Process
    185
  - Preliminary Checklist
    186
  - Analyzing the Problem
    186
    
    Hardware and System Checklist
    187
  - Self Test
    188
  - System Start-Up
    188
  - Overheating Power down
    189
  - Ac Power
    189
  - Real Time Clock
    191
  - Internal Display Panel
    192
  - Solid State Drive
    193
  - Hard Disk Drive
    194
  - XD Picture Card
    199
  - Infrared Receiver Window
    199
  - Usb Mouse
    201
  - Fingerprint Sensor
    202
  - Usb Device
    202
    
    Esata Device
    204
    
    Volume Control
    206
    
    Wireless Lan
    209
    
    TOSHIBA Support
    210
    
    Where to Write
    211
- Chapter 10 Disclaimers
  
  213
  - Battery Life
    214
  - External Hdd Capacity
    215
  - Copy Protection
    216
  - Lcd Brightness and Eye Stain
    216
  - Safety Use for Tv Tuner
    216
- Appendix A Specifications
  
  217
  - Environmental Requirements
    217
- Appendix B Display Controller
  
  219
  - Display Controller
    219
- Appendix C Wireless LAN
  
  221
  - Card Specifications
    221
  - Radio Characteristics
    222
  - Supported Frequency Sub-Bands
    222
  - Ac Power Cord and Connectors
    225
    
    Certification Agencies
    225
- Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors
  
  227
  - Toshiba Pc Health Monitor
    227
    
    Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
    228
- Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
  
  229
  - If Your Computer Is Stolen
    229

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series User Manual (234 pages)

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 6.5 MB

Table of Contents

15
- Following Information Is Only for Turkey
  4
- Working Environment
  5
- Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions
  9
- Manual Contents
  19
- Preface
  19
- General Precautions
  23
- Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
  24
- Chapter 1 Introduction
  
  25
  - Equipment Checklist
    25
  - Features
    27
  - Optical Disc Drive
    29
  - Special Features
    33
  - TOSHIBA Value Added Package
    35
  - Utilities and Applications
    36
  - Options
    39
- Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
  
  41
  - Front with the Display Closed
    41
  - Left Side
    42
  - Right Side
    45
  - Underside
    47
  - Front with the Display Open
    48
  - Function Buttons
    51
  - System Indicators
    52
  - Keyboard Indicators
    53
  - Optical Disc Drives
    54
  - DVD Super Multi Drive
    55
  - Remote Controller
    56
  - Slim Size Remote Controller
    60
  - Using the Remote Controller
    62
  - Installing/Removing Batteries
    64
    
    Installing the Batteries
    65
    
    Replacing the Batteries
    66
    
    Installing the Battery
    66
    
    Replacing the Battery
    67
    
    Placing Slim Size Remote Controller
    68
  - AC Adaptor
    69
- Chapter 3 Getting Started
  
  71
  - Connecting the AC Adaptor
    72
  - Opening the Display
    74
  - Turning on the Power
    75
  - Starting up for the First Time
    75
  - Turning off the Power
    76
  - Starting Hibernation Mode
    77
  - Sleep Mode
    78
  - Restarting the Computer
    80
  - System Recovery Options and Restoring the Pre-Installed Software
    80
  - System Recovery Options
    80
  - Restoring the Pre-Installed Software
    81
- Chapter 4 Operating Basics
  
  85
  - Using the Touch Pad
    85
  - Using the Fingerprint Sensor (Depending on the Model You Purchased)
    86
    
    Points to Note about the Fingerprint Sensor
    87
    
    Fingerprint Sensor Limitations
    89
    
    Points to Note about the Fingerprint Utility
    89
    
    Fingerprint Registration
    89
    
    How to Delete the Fingerprint Data
    90
    
    Windows Logon Via Fingerprint Authentication
    91
    
    Fingerprint System Boot Authentication
    91
  - Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Function
    93
    
    Usb Sleep and Charge
    93
    
    Starting the Usb Sleep and Charge Utility
    94
  - Using Optical Disk Drives
    95
    
    Loading Discs
    96
    
    Removing Discs
    98
  - Function Buttons
    100
  - Writing CD/DVD on DVD Super Multi Drives
    100
    
    Important Message
    101
    
    Before Writing or Rewriting
    101
    
    When Writing or Rewriting
    104
  - Toshiba Disc Creator
    105
    
    Data Verification
    106
    
    How to Learn more about Toshiba Disc Creator
    106
    
    Toshiba DVD Player
    107
    
    Notes on Use
    107
    
    Starting Toshiba DVD Player
    108
  - Media Care
    109
  - Floppy Diskettes
    110
  - Sound System
    111
  - Speaker Configuration
    112
  - Using the Web Camera
    113
  - Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application
    114
  - Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition
    115
    
    How to Register the Face Recognition Data
    116
    
    Windows Logon Via Toshiba Face Recognition
    117
  - TV Tuner
    118
  - Connecting the Cable
    119
  - Wireless Communications
    120
    
    Bluetooth Wireless Technology
    121
    
    Worldwide Operation
    121
    
    Radio Links
    121
    
    Product Support
    122
    
    Wireless Communication Switch
    122
  - Lan
    123
    
    Wireless Communication Indicator
    123
    
    Lan Cable Types
    123
    
    Connecting the Lan Cable
    124
  - Cleaning the Computer
    125
  - Moving the Computer
    126
  - Heat Dispersal
    126
  - Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
    127
- Chapter 5 The Keyboard
  
  129
  - Typewriter Keys
    129
  - Function Keys: F1
    130
  - Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations
    130
  - Hot Keys
    131
  - Windows Special Keys
    133
  - Touchpad Enable/Disable Button
    133
  - Generating ASCII Characters
    133
- Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
  
  135
  - Power Conditions
    135
  - Power Indicators
    136
  - Battery
    137
  - Real Time Clock Battery
    138
  - Care and Use of the Battery Pack
    139
    
    Battery Charging Notice
    140
    
    Monitoring Battery Capacity
    141
    
    Maximizing Battery Operating Time
    141
    
    Retaining Data with Power off
    142
    
    Extending Battery Life
    142
  - Replacing the Battery Pack
    143
  - TOSHIBA Password Utility
    145
    
    Supervisor Password
    146
    
    Starting the Computer by Password
    146
  - Power-Up Modes
    147
  - Panel Power On/Off
    147
  - System Auto off
    147
- Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
  
  149
  - HW Setup
    149
  - Accessing HW Setup
    149
  - HW Setup Window
    149
    
    User Password
    150
    
    Function Button
    151
    
    Legacy Usb Support
    152
- Chapter 8 Optional Devices
  
  155
  - Expresscard
    156
  - Removing an Expresscard
    157
  - Bridge Media Slot
    158
  - Memory Media
    159
  - Additional Memory Module
    160
  - Installing a Memory Module
    161
  - Battery Packs
    163
  - Universal AC Adaptor
    163
  - Battery Charger
    163
  - USB Floppy Diskette Drive
    164
    
    Esata (External Serial ATA)
    166
    
    External Monitor
    167
    
    Hdmi
    168
  - Settings for Display Video on Hdmi
    169
    
    Security Lock
    171
- Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
  
  173
  - Problem Solving Process
    173
  - Preliminary Checklist
    174
  - Analyzing the Problem
    174
    
    Hardware and System Checklist
    175
  - Self Test
    176
  - System Start-Up
    176
  - Overheating Power down
    177
    
    Ac Power
    177
    
    Real Time Clock
    179
  - Solid State Drive
    180
  - Internal Display Panel
    180
  - Hard Disk Drive
    181
  - XD Picture Card
    185
  - Infrared Receiver Window
    186
  - Touch Pad
    186
  - Usb Mouse
    188
  - Fingerprint Sensor
    189
  - Usb Device
    189
    
    Usb Sleep and Charge Function
    190
    
    Esata Device
    191
    
    Volume Control
    193
  - Wireless Lan
    195
  - Hdmi Monitor Output Function
    196
  - Video Playback
    197
    
    TOSHIBA Support
    198
- Chapter 10 Disclaimers
  
  199
  - Battery Life
    200
  - External Hdd Capacity
    202
  - Copy Protection
    202
  - Lcd Brightness and Eye Stain
    202
  - Safety Use for Tv Tuner
    202
- Appendix A Specifications
  
  203
  - Environmental Requirements
    203
- Appendix B Display Controller
  
  205
  - Display Controller
    205
  - Wireless LAN
    207
- Appendix C Wireless LAN
  
  207
  - Card Specifications
    207
  - Radio Characteristics
    208
  - Supported Frequency Sub-Bands
    208
  - AC Power Cord and Connectors
    211
    
    Certification Agencies
    211
- Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors
  
  213
  - TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
    213
    
    Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
    214
- Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
  
  215
  - If Your Computer Is Stolen
    215

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series Resource Manual (60 pages)

Toshiba Satellite A505-S6992: Supplementary Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.5 MB

Table of Contents
2
Device Authorization
7
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
8
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
18
Regulatory Statements
19
Introduction
23
Setting up Your Computer and Getting Started
25
Adding Memory (Optional)
29
Removing a Memory Module
34
Your Computer's TFT Display
36
Inserting an Expresscard
36
Removing an Expresscard
37
Learning the Basics
37
Using the Touchpad
38
Using the Optical Drive
42
Moving the Computer
46
Mobile Computing
47
Taking Care of Your Battery
50
If Something Goes Wrong
53
If You Need Further Assistance
56
Power Cord/Cable Connectors
57
Features and Specifications
57
Index
58

Toshiba Satellite A500 Series Resource Manual (60 pages)

Toshiba Satellite A500-ST5601: Reference Guide

Brand: Toshiba | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.51 MB

Table of Contents
2
Device Authorization
7
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
7
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Interoperability
17
Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Your Health
18
Regulatory Statements
19
Introduction
23
Setting up Your Computer and Getting Started
25
Adding Memory (Optional)
29
Your Computer's TFT Display
36
Inserting an Expresscard
36
Removing an Expresscard
36
Learning the Basics
37
Using the Touchpad
37
Using the Optical Drive
38
Moving the Computer
43
Mobile Computing
43
Taking Care of Your Battery
47
If Something Goes Wrong
49
If You Need Further Assistance
53
Power Cord/Cable Connectors
54
Features and Specifications
54
Index
55