Toshiba P505-S8945 User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series
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Satellite® P500 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 2
Wash hands after handling. Model: Satellite® P500 Series Recordable and/or set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 3
"Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 4
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Customer Support Center: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949 - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 5
uninterrupted service. If Problems Arise If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 6
your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 1 above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 7
problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 8
who continually review and interpret services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 9
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 10
(Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 11
the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 12
stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 13
FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device Authorization - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 14
14 Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® Wireless Wi-Fi® Link 5100/5300 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Andorra Austria Belgium Brazil - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 15
15 Qatar Russia San Marino Singapore South Africa Sweden Taiwan Ukraine Uruguay Venezuela Zimbabwe Réunion Saint Martin Saudi Arabia Slovakia South Korea Switzerland Turkey UAE (United Arab Emirates) USA Vietnam Romania Saipan Serbia Slovenia Spain Tahiti Turk Islands United Kingdom Vatican - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 16
16 Montenegro Nepal Nicaragua Papua New Guinea Poland Qatar Saudi Arabia Singapore South Africa Sri Lanka Taiwan UAE (United Arab Emirates) Uruguay Vietnam Mozambique Netherlands Nigeria Peru Portugal Romania Senegal Slovak Republic South Korea Sweden Thailand Ukraine USA Yemen Nambia New Zealand - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 17
17 Malta Montenegro Nepal Nicaragua Papua New Guinea Portugal Romania Senegal Slovak Republic Spain Switzerland UAE (United Arab Emirates) Uruguay Vietnam Mexico Mozambique Netherlands Nigeria Philippines Puerto Rico Russia Serbia Slovenia Sri Lanka Thailand Ukraine USA Yemen Monaco Nambia New - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 18
18 Poland Russia Slovenia Sweden UAE (United Arab Emirates) Uruguay Portugal Saudi Arabia South Korea Switzerland/ Liechtenstein Ukraine USA Romania Slovakia Spain Taiwan (ROC) United Kingdom Venezuela Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 19
of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. ❖ This - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 20
20 radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation. Approved Countries/ - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 21
21 Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek® RTL8187B This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Albania Argentina Austria Azerbaijan Bangladesh Belgium - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 22
/g) Ch36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 23
finalized and is currently in draft release. The TOSHIBA 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Adapters are based on the Draft Release, Version 1.0, of the IEEE 802.11n specification. An adapter with 11a/b, 11a/b/g, or 11a/b/g/n can communicate on any of its supported formats; the actual connection will be based - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 24
or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 25
within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 26
other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 27
electric machinery. Optical Drive Safety Instructions This appliance contains a laser system To use this model properly, read the user's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 28
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 29
29 Trademarks Satellite and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation. Adobe and at www.eiae.org. As part of Toshiba's commitment to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in and recycling programs. Visit - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 30
38 This guide 40 Safety icons 41 Other icons used 41 Your computer's features and specifications ....42 Other documentation 42 Service options 42 computer 46 Connecting to a power source 47 Charging the main battery 49 Using the computer for the first time 50 Opening the display - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 31
51 Setting up your software 52 Registering your computer with Toshiba 52 Adding optional external devices 53 Adding memory (optional 53 Drive 73 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 75 Installing drivers and applications 75 Using the TouchPad 75 Scrolling with the TouchPad - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 32
32 Contents Turning off the computer 82 Options for turning off the computer 83 Using the Shut Down command 85 Using and configuring Hibernation mode .........87 Using and configuring Sleep mode 89 Closing the display panel 92 Customizing your computer's settings 92 Caring for your computer - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 33
Computing 113 Toshiba's energy-saver design 113 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 114 Power management 115 Using additional batteries 115 Charging batteries 115 Charging the main battery 116 Charging the RTC battery 116 Monitoring main battery power 117 Determining - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 34
of using the Internet 137 The Internet 137 The World Wide Web 137 Internet Service Providers 137 Connecting to the Internet 138 Surfing the Internet 138 Internet features 138 combo port 145 Chapter 5: Utilities 146 TOSHIBA Assist 147 Connect 148 Secure 149 Protect & Fix 150 Optimize 151 - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 35
164 Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility.......164 USB Sleep and Charge 164 Enabling USB Sleep and Charge 166 Power supply mode settings 166 Battery settings 166 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 167 TOSHIBA Button Support 168 TOSHIBA Accessibility 169 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 170 - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 36
Memory problems 191 Power and the batteries 192 Keyboard problems 193 Display problems 194 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........196 Optical drive problems (tray-type drive)..........197 Sound system problems 198 ExpressCard® problems 199 Printer problems 201 Modem problems 202 - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 37
Contents 37 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 215 Hot Key Cards 215 Using the Hot Key Cards 216 Application Cards 217 Using the Application Cards 218 Card Case 219 Hot key - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 38
most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low- Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 39
specifications will use between 20% and 50% less energy depending on how it is used. If all U.S. household and businesses replaced chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers to by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply). Some software may differ from its - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 40
on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options availability are all - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 41
Safety icons 41 Safety icons This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as follows: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 42
the features and specifications corresponding to all of guide (this document) ❖ It may also contain guides for other programs that may come with your system. For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Service options Toshiba offers a full line of optional service - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 43
provides tips for using your computer effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is shipped with your computer, contains important safety information. Please read the safety - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 44
Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 45
hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the "Avoid extended contact between computer base/palm rest and skin" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 46
injury. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it. To use external power or to charge the battery you must attach the AC - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 47
charge the computer's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 48
. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white. Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 49
cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for information on replacing the main battery. Charging the main battery Before using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 50
50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 51
power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 52
software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software. 1 From the Welcome screen click Next Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send you periodic - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 53
142) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the computer's memory - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 54
recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module(s) to cool to room temperature before replacing it. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before they have cooled. Failure to follow these directions could result in minor - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 55
, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 124. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 56
built up. Avoid touching the connector on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connector may cause memory access problems. 9 Carefully remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging, without touching its connector. 10 Locate an empty memory module slot on the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 57
Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before removing/installing the bottom module. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. If only one memory - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 58
58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 13 Once the module's connector is fully inserted into the socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to seat the module into the latches at the sides of the socket. These latches should "snap" into place securely with the corresponding cutouts - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 59
module is to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 125. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 60
, then shut down and restart the system, at which time Windows® should boot back up normally. When Safe Mode is suggested, this could be a sign drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so, consult Windows® Help and Support. 2 Pull the latches away from the memory module. The memory module pops - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 61
Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 125. 6 Turn the computer right side up - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 62
(strongly media recommended), you can recover your system even if the recovery utilities have been deleted from your internal storage drive or if you have replaced your computer's internal storage drive. See "Creating recovery media" on page 70 and "Restoring from recovery media" on page 71. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 63
using your system for the first time. For more information on creating recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 70. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on the drive. See "Erasing the Internal - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 64
when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 65
Getting Started 65 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 66
66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive The "Recover to a custom size partition" option restores your C: drive to its out-of-box state, and allows you to specify the size for the C: partition. You can resize and recover the C: drive using the utilities stored on your computer's - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 67
Getting Started 67 Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 6 The - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 68
68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 8 Click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure to save your work to external media before proceeding. 9 Click Next to begin the recovery. When the process is - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 69
when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 70
been deleted from your internal storage drive or if you have replaced your computer's internal storage drive. NOTE The system will prompt not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United States is - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 71
: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then Recovery Disc Creator item's Name-recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications replaced your internal storage drive. For instructions on creating recovery media, see " - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 72
and power on the computer. 2 When the initial screen displays, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option and press Enter. 4 The Selecting a Process screen appears. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard and then click Next. 5 If your system offers a choice of Windows - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 73
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 9 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is complete the arrow keys, select the DVD option on the boot menu and then press Enter. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard, and then click Next. 2 Select Erase the hard disk and - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 74
74 Getting Started Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 3 Choose one of the following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the hard disk-This option deletes all of the data on the internal storage drive without overwriting the drive. ❖ Delete all - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 75
5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 76
finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad. This feature can be disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box. Control buttons When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 77
Getting Started 77 Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connect the following types of external display devices to the video ports described below: ❖ An HDMI™-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 78
Refer to the manual that came with Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC computer. For more detailed HDMI-CEC information visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. Connecting an external monitor or projector You can - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 79
Getting Started 79 Using external display devices 6 Click OK. NOTE In the future you can change the display settings by pressing Fn+F5, or by configuring the display properties settings. Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you have connected an external display - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 80
steps. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer's built-in TouchPad™. You can use a USB-compatible - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 81
; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you can set up the printer as described in "Setting up - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 82
NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 83
than restarting after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, including all open - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 84
starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 85
Getting Started 85 Turning off the computer Using the Shut Down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your work or the current state of the computer. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 86
options you want from the drop-down lists. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 87
Getting Started 87 Turning off the computer Once the computer is configured, you can turn it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options set. Restarting your computer To start the computer up again, press the power button until the ON/OFF light - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 88
configure. 5 Select Hibernate for the options you want. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 89
Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. ❖ Start menu power button Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode when you - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 90
of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 91
configure. 6 Select Sleep for the options you want. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep mode - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 92
your particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 127. NOTE Please handle your - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 93
. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 94
94 Getting Started Caring for your computer 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the security lock slot on your computer, then engage the locking device. The computer is now securely locked. (Sample Illustration) Attaching security lock cable - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 95
it to the internal storage drive. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since you last saved. See "Saving your work" on page 101 for further information - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 96
96 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 97
Learning the Basics 97 Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 98
called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 219. Special - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 99
Learning the Basics 99 Starting a program Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows® WordPad program - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 100
100 Learning the Basics Starting a program 5 In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in "Local Disk (C:)." 6 In the left part of the window, under the Local Disk C: icon, double-click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. Windows® Explorer shows the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 101
Learning the Basics Saving your work 101 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer using the Shut Down command, save your work on the internal storage drive, diskette, flash media, or optical disc. This is one of the most important rules of computing. When you turn off the computer using - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 102
different name. File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 103
Learning the Basics Backing up your work 103 2 In your Windows®-based application, click File, and then Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. 4 Click Print. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 104
become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that were not available on previous video platforms. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 105
the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 106
106 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Media control buttons The media control buttons located along the side of the keyboard let you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on. Mute button Media button Play/Pause button Previous track button Next track - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 107
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 107 If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "Caring for optical discs" on page 112. 2 With the label facing up, carefully place the disc partially into the slot until the disc stops or the drive starts pulling the disc in. (Sample Illustration) - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 108
drive may look like this: Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole (Sample Illustration) Optical drive Drive in-use indicator light-Indicates or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction. Manual eject hole-Use if you need to release the disc tray when the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 109
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. 109 (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "Caring for optical discs" on page 112. 6 Place - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 110
incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 111
information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. NOTE problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 112
112 Learning the Basics Toshiba's online resources Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. 2 Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 113
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 114
and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. Recharge time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 115
use in the computer, or carry additional charged battery packs with you. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. For more information on batteries and accessories, see accessories.toshiba.com. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 116
Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. HINT: Once the battery is fully charged, we recommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 117
plugged into the computer or AC outlet. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power management settings, applications and features used. ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor. NOTE If the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 118
). Power button System Indicator Lights AC power light ON/OFF light Battery light Bridge Media Adapter light Internal storage drive light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 119
runs low you can: ❖ Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery ❖ Place the computer into Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare (not included with your computer) ❖ Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 120
window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 121
the computer is configured. By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Microsoft® has combined these options into preset Power Plans. Using one of these power plans lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 122
to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. 5 Click Change Advanced Settings to access settings for battery notification levels, internal storage drive power save time, etc. You can click on the plus signs to expand each item and to see what settings - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 123
takes effect is shortened. To turn on eco Mode, press the eco button. eco button eco button (Sample Illustration) Locating the eco button The TOSHIBA eco Utility monitors your power savings from using eco Mode by tracking real-time power consumption and accumulated savings over time. To learn how - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 124
charged main battery. Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or intentionally bringing the battery battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 125
so could possibly result in serious injury. Inserting a charged battery To insert a battery: 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that you - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 126
lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position. (Sample Illustration) Inserting the battery 3 Slide the battery release lock to the locked position. (Sample Illustration) Locking the battery release lock 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 127
replace the main battery, use an identical battery that you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. ❖ A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity. ❖ Charge the battery - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 128
/cable. 5 Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows white. ❖ If you have extra battery packs, rotate battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 129
, possibly resulting in serious injury. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulations, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash. Please be kind to - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 130
cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. TECHNICAL NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 131
features to start programs, find documents, set up system components, and perform most other computing tasks. HINT: The illustrated examples in this guide may appear slightly different from the screens displayed by your system. The differences are not significant and do not indicate any change in - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 132
132 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop Finding your way around the desktop Your computer's desktop includes several standard features: icons, Start button, Taskbar, Notification Area, and background pattern. Icons Start button Taskbar Notification Area (Sample Image) - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 133
icons depending on your configuration. See Windows® online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. Start button Windows® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer NOTE Whenever a procedure in this User's Guide instructs you to click Start - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 134
may require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited. will be lit. For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 202. Connecting your computer to a network You - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 135
135 Accessing a network To access a network: ❖ At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the Network port (RJ45) on your computer. For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator. Many hotels, airports, and offices offer Wi-Fi® access. If your computer - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 136
an analog phone line could cause a computer system failure. Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 137
headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet ❖ Surfing the Internet ❖ on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). The World Wide Web satellite links. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 138
telephone line, or a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect site. You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information. Internet features The Internet offers - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 139
, or even the visitor. A message board may also be called a "Web board" or a "forum." ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 140
140 Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using the computer's internal microphone (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. You can listen to sound files or audio CDs using the built- - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 141
Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Web Camera 141 TECHNICAL NOTE: When using amplified speakers, use speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer. To play back sound files through external speakers or - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 142
142 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using an ExpressCard® Using an ExpressCard® The ExpressCard®slot supports the use of ExpressCard media. The slot also supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one ExpressCard with another while the computer is on. Inserting an ExpressCard® Before - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 143
card, an SD adapter is required. The Bridge Media Adapter slot may also support other types of media. NOTE Do not use the Copy Disk function for this system. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 144
144 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place. (Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 145
high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data with USB ports, the i.LINK® port supports both Plug-and-Play (automatic configuration) and devices. The eSATA interface supports fast data transfer rates, , the eSATA interface supports hot swapping (connecting - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 146
. ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ USB Sleep and Charge - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 147
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist 147 ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ Fingerprint Authentication Utility ❖ TOSHIBA eco Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor ❖ ConfigFree® TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 148
148 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree® Connectivity Doctor ❖ Bluetooth® Settings (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 149
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password 149 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 150
150 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 151
The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 151 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 152
and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item you want to install - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 153
additional protection for your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports several types of passwords on your computer: ❖ An instant password-Secures your open programs and files when leaving the computer temporarily. NOTE - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 154
or others as a result of the inability to access your computer. To set a supervisor password: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 155
Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 4 Click Not Registered. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the password, then click OK. 6 Click OK - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 156
OK to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Not Registered. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user password. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 157
help file to learn more about this utility and what it offers. To locate the help file, go to: Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, TOSHIBA Face Recognition Help. The help file covers the following topics: ❖ Setting up a Face Recognition account ❖ Registering a user image ❖ Updating a user image - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 158
Tool utility may show tests for features you do not have. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. To use the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then PC Diagnostic Tool, or click the PC Diagnostic Tool icon in the Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 159
hard disk drive (HDD) protection, and set the motion detector's sensitivity level for AC power and battery power operation. To use the TOSHIBA HDD Protection utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then HDD Protection, or click the HDD Protection icon in the Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 160
Adapter slot. To format an SD memory card using this utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card Format. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format screen 2 Select the drive corresponding to the SD memory card - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 161
Mouse utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Mouse under Hardware and Sound, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 162
Setup screen - General tab options The TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen may have the following tabs: ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power button to - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 163
Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 163 Select the boot device by pressing the arrow keys, then pressing the Enter key. NOTE Since the system is a quick-booting system, you must press the keys immediately after pressing the power button. ❖ Button Setting-Allows you to enable or disable the system - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 164
the USB port that supports the "USB Sleep and Charge function." It also displays the remaining battery capacity. Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility To start this utility click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then USB Sleep and Charge. USB Sleep and Charge Your computer can supply - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 165
the external devices, please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use. ❖ Using the "USB Sleep and Charge function" to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers. ❖ If an external device - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 166
box for the group and discontinue using this function. Battery settings This utility can be used to specify the lower limit of remaining battery life for USB Sleep and Charge. Move the slider bar to specify the lower limit. If the remaining battery life falls below the setting, the "USB Sleep and - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 167
® Reader® ❖ Icons on the desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen 2 Select the desired option - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 168
the system control panel directly above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Button Support window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Support screen 2 Under Button Name, select the button whose - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 169
can press it once, release it, and then press a function key to activate the hot key function. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Accessibility window To use TOSHIBA Accessibility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Accessibility, or click the Accessibility icon in the Optimize tab of - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 170
certain models) can be used to replace the keyboard-based user password authentication system when booting up. The fingerprint authentication utility can also Utility, click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then select the Toshiba Fingerprint Utility. For information on enrolling - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 171
recognizes the fingerprint and switches the users. If your system supports power-on security, existing fingerprint samples can be used also might result in damage to the reader or cause reader failure, finger recognition problems, or lower finger recognition success rate. ❖ Do not scratch or poke - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 172
successful within a fixed duration. ❖ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user. ❖ Toshiba does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology will be error-free. Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint reader will recognize the enrolled user or accurately screen - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 173
eco Utility icon in the System tray. ❖ Right-click the TOSHIBA eco Utility icon in the System tray and select Launch TOSHIBA eco Utility. The TOSHIBA eco Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA eco Utility For more information on eco Mode and the eco Utility, click the Help button at the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 174
at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your computer. If you have enabled the TOSHIBA Service Station, it will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to install the updates if you wish. To enable the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 175
Station 175 4 Choose one of the following options: ❖ Accept both ❖ Accept TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor only ❖ Accept TOSHIBA Service Station only ❖ Decline both ❖ If you do not want to install either program at this time but you'd like to be reminded to install one - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 176
system conditions that may affect the performance of your Toshiba computer. It may also be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by Toshiba or Toshiba's authorized service providers. Additionally, Toshiba may use this information for quality assurance analysis. Subject - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 177
Agreement Notification Utility displays, providing an overview of the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor and the TOSHIBA Service Station. NOTE ❖ For more information about the TOSHIBA Service Station, please see "TOSHIBA Service Station" on page 174. ❖ If the icon does not appear in the Notification - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 178
software terms of use display. Read the displayed information carefully. 4 Choose one of the following options: ❖ Accept both ❖ Accept TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor only ❖ Accept TOSHIBA Service Station only ❖ Decline both ❖ If you do not want to install either program at this time but you'd like to be - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 179
and network connections. ConfigFree also lets you identify communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between locations and in the Notification Area. ❖ Press the TOSHIBA Assist button (if applicable to your system) to open the TOSHIBA Assist, and then click the ConfigFree icon. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 180
with an "X." ConfigFree® Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor lets you analyze your network connections and fix network connection problems. Using Connectivity Doctor, you can view detailed network information by simply moving the mouse pointer. The Connectivity Doctor works - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 181
Utilities ConfigFree® 181 Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility lets you save network settings in "profiles." ConfigFree® profiles are useful for easily switching network settings and devices. You can switch network settings simply by selecting the profile with the desired settings. If you - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 182
182 Utilities ConfigFree® 3 Click Open Settings. The ConfigFree Profile Settings window appears. (Sample Image) ConfigFree Profile Settings window 4 Click Add to start the Create Profile Wizard. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 183
This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact Toshiba. You will find information on Toshiba's support services at the end of this chapter. Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 184
Down. The computer shuts down completely. Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start. Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold the power button for - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 185
happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition and use the arrow keys to select the boot-up device. (You may need to press battery has discharged. If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 186
.toshiba.com and see the Support Bulletin Step-Charging the computer's battery (click the Ask Iris® link and search for the support bulletin by name). 4 Connect the AC adaptor to a different power outlet, preferably in a different room. If the computer starts normally, there may be a problem - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 187
the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when you change problems, use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem. Using Startup options to fix problems startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 188
Boot Logging ❖ Enable low-resolution video (640x480) ❖ Last Known Good Configuration (advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 189
Microsoft Customer Support or by going to Toshiba support at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem, try using Windows® Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first. For - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 190
you can do to resolve hardware conflicts: ❖ Get the most recent drivers from the manufacturer. ❖ Disable the device. For an older device, remove Refer to the device's documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device. Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 191
not appear if the device is not using resources. ❖ The Driver tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device. This tab also provides options for updating the driver or rolling back the driver in case the new version is causing a problem. The tabs that appear in the dialog box vary from one - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 192
is charging. If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer. If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, the battery may have reached the end of its useful life. Try replacing - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 193
long the charge lasts. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see your accessories information included with your computer, or visit the Toshiba Web site - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 194
the display priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press Fn and F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the problem, press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting. HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 195
® Help. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 196
usually show up as an inability to access the drive or as sector errors. Sometimes a drive problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical problems are: You are having trouble accessing a drive, or one or more files appear to be missing. Make sure you are identifying - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 197
is loose, replace the label and try inserting the diskette again. The drive cannot read a diskette. Try another diskette. If you can access the second diskette, the first diskette (not the drive) is probably causing the problem. Run Errorchecking on the faulty diskette (for instructions see "Disk - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 198
(for example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the problem - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 199
you are having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together, several sections in this chapter may apply. Resource conflicts can cause problems when using ExpressCards. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on page 189. If your system does not have built-in drivers for your ExpressCard - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 200
sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 190 for more information. Since all ExpressCards® or Sleep mode. This is known as "warm swapping" and is not supported. For more information on Hibernation and Sleep modes see "Hibernation mode" on - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 201
which should contain a troubleshooting section. Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 82 or in the instructions - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 202
For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Wireless networking problems NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi-Fi®) networking. The terms and concepts used assume - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 203
verify that the Wi-Fi® adapter is recognized by the Windows® operating system, and that the driver is loaded. Carefully note any error messages-these will be very helpful if you should confer with a support technician at a later time. ❖ Verify that the network connection is configured to obtain its - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 204
information to determine if this is the case, contact that vendor's support group for further advice. DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs, you may be able to fix the problem yourself. For general problems playing a DVD title, try the following steps: 1 Verify that the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 205
can also cause audio problems. If you have tried several discs and all fail, consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned " on page 190 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 206
follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 207
operating system quickly creates Restore Points-'snapshots' of your Windows® operating system configuration-and saves them for later recall. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software, you can easily select a previously established Control Point to 'turn back the clock - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 208
store on its internal storage drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make Most of the optical drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 209
Follow the on-screen help to complete your backup. For more help, click Start, Help and Support, and search for "back up." General tips for installing hardware and software Here are a few successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 210
will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data data has changed. Cannot use the "USB Sleep and Charge function." ❖ The setting of "USB Sleep and Charge function" may be Disabled. Change the setting to Enabled. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 211
before you contact Toshiba: ❖ Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation. ❖ If the problem occurs while you are running a program, consult the program's documentation for troubleshooting suggestions. Contact the software company's technical support group for their - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 212
Detailed Specifications for that model. For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States, call: (800) 457-7777. Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardwarerelated, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you. Toshiba's Technical Support - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 213
4273 (outside of the US this call may incur long-distance charges) Canada Toshiba Canada Ltd. 191 McNabb Street Markham, Ontario L3R - 8H2 Canada Germany Toshiba Europe GmbH Leibnizstraße 2 D-93055 Regensburg Germany Japan Toshiba Corporation, PCO-IO 1-1, Shibaura 1-Chome Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 105-8001 - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 214
A 28831 (Madrid) San Fernando de Henares Spain United States Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618 United States United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems (U.K) Ltd. Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge, Surrey KT15 2UL - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 215
Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards: Hot Key Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Mute ❖ - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 216
216 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot Key Cards Using the Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards the option or feature the key controls. To use the Hot Key Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display 2 Double-click the Card for - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 217
page 167. Disc Creator utility This Application Card launches the TOSHIBA Disc Creator utility. TOSHIBA Hardware Setup utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Hardware Setup" on page 162. TOSHIBA Button Support utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Button Support" on page 168. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 218
Application Cards NOTE Not all functions are supported on all models. Using the Application Cards To launch an application using the Application Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards display at the top of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Card display "stacked" Card 2 Click the - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 219
appear in the Application Card display (see "Using the Application Cards" on page 218). To use the Card Case: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then Settings for Flash Cards. (Sample Image) Enabling and Disabling Application Cards 2 Click the Open cards case button. 3 The Card - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 220
Cards Hot key functions Volume Mute or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables volume mute on your computer. When volume mute is enabled, no sound will come from the speakers or headphones. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 221
Cards Hot key functions 221 Lock (Instant security) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key blanks the display. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + (Sample Image) Security options ❖ - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 222
Hot key functions Power plan or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 223
Sleep mode or Fn + Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 223 This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Sleep mode. For more information about Sleep mode, please see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 224
Cards Hot key functions Hibernation mode or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 225
Cards Hot key functions 225 Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the power- on display options (only the first option is available when you do not have an external monitor - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 226
226 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions NOTE Cycle through the display modes, then select the desired mode. Not all functions are supported on all models. Some systems also support an additional Swap Image Display mode. This mode is available only if the current setting is an extended - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 227
Cards Hot key functions 227 Disabling or enabling wireless devices or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer. The wireless modes are: ❖ Wi-Fi® enabled-Enables just the Wi- - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 228
Cards Hot key functions Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on page 75. Selecting this Card - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 229
Cards Hot key functions 229 Zoom (Display resolution) or Fn + [Space bar] This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: (Sample Image) Screen resolution options Cycle - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 230
230 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-out. Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-in. Fn + This hot key turns the backlit keyboard off and on. (Available on certain models) - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 231
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia CSA - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 232
NOTE: Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 233
Language IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers I/O input/output IRQ interrupt request ISP Internet service provider KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LPT1 line printer port 1 (parallel port) LSI large-scale integration MB megabyte - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 234
following terms may appear in this user's guide. A active-matrix display - A liquid crystal display (LCD) made from an array of liquid crystal A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 235
also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to the baud rate. See also baud rate. boot - To start the computer. The term "boot" originates from bootstrap program (as in "pulling itself - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 236
unit (CPU). CPU cache - A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer's main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs. See also cache, L1 cache, L2 cache. cursor - A symbol that indicates the current position - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 237
program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. dialog box - An on-screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user. direct current (DC) - The type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 238
the cursor to drag a selected object. In the Windows® operating system, this refers to the left mouse button, unless otherwise stated. driver - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 239
239 Glossary F file - A collection of related information, saved on disk with a unique name. A file may be a program, information used by a program, or a document. See also document. file allocation table (FAT) - The section of a storage drive that keeps track of the location of stored files. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 240
of many Toshiba computers that Fn key can set system options or control system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 241
241 Glossary liquid crystal display (LCD) - A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels. When an electric current passes through the electrodes, the molecules in the liquid - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 242
242 Glossary N network - A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users and to exchange electronic mail. non-interlaced - A method of refreshing a - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 243
processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs random access memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 244
ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S select - To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 245
serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 utility - A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W Web - See World Wide Web - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 246
Cards 217 audio files 140 audio features 140 B backing up files 96 battery Call2Recycle™ 129 changing 124 charge indicator light 49, 117 charge not lasting 193 charging 49, 116 conserving power 120 disposal 128 installing 124, 125 low charge 119 maintaining 128 monitoring power 49, 117 246 not - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 247
battery 124 character keys 97 charging the battery data files 197 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 196 running slow problems screen is blank 194 display, external adjusting 80 disposal information 29 disposing of used batteries 128 double-click 76 DVD using 104 DVD player general problems - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 248
® 38 error messages device driver conflict 189 general hardware problem 189 non-system disk or disk error 186 problem with display settings/ current 189 resolving 190 HDMI™ Out Port 77 headphones using 140 Help and Support Windows® operating system 189 Hibernation mode 83 configuring 87 hot key 224 - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 249
® keys 98 troubleshooting 193 using 97 keyboard, external 80 L light AC power 47 drive in-use indicator 105, 108 lock computer, using 93 M main battery changing 124 installing 124, 125 removing 124 safety precautions 127 manual eject hole optical drive 105, 108 memory adding 53 problem solving 191 - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 250
105, 108 eject button 105, 108 manual eject hole 105, 108 problems 197 removing disc 111 troubleshooting 197 using 104 optical media recording 110 81 problem solving 201 printing a file 102 problem solving AC power 192 accessing disk drives 185 battery charge does not last 193 battery not charging - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 251
59 RJ-11 jack 136 running the computer on battery power 114 S safety computer 130 disposing of batteries 128 icons 41 precautions 44 safety precautions main battery 127 saving files 101 screen does not look normal/flickers 194 screen problems blank screen 194 set up communications 134 setting up - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 252
SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 160 TOSHIBA Service Station 174 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 167 TouchPad™ control buttons 76 ON/OFF button 76 primary button 76 secondary button 76 using 75 traveling tips 130 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 204 external keyboard 193 keyboard 193 optical - Toshiba P505-S8945 | User's Guide for Satellite P500/P505 Series - Page 253
42 Web 137 Web Camera using 141 Web sites 212 Wi-Fi® wireless networking 134 Windows® Explorer 99 Windows® operating system Help and Support 189 problem solving 187 Windows® operating system desktop 131 Windows® Start menu 99 wireless networking 134 Wizards Connect to the Internet 135 World Wide Web
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