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Portégé® R500 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 2
after handling. Model: Portégé® R500 Series Recordable and/or ReWritable 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 3
Critical applications" means life support systems, medical applications, connections loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - 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 Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 5
service. If Problems Arise trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support instructions installed on this computer. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 7
TOSHIBA problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba -europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba TOSHIBA - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 8
❖ In any 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 Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 9
subject to licensing. Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et with and/or damage this device. EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 10
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. NOTE The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 11
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 12
FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number: D01-1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 13
13 Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ Belgique: Deutschland: France: Italia: For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 14
outside 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. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 15
Access Point's 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 16
16 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Canada France Ireland Luxembourg Norway Switzerland Austria Denmark Germany Italy Netherlands Portugal UK Belgium Finland Greece Liechtenstein New Zealand Sweden USA Turbo Mode (5 GHz) Canada USA Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 17
17 Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 18
11n specification has not been 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 11a/b, 11a/b/g, or 11a/b/g/n can communicate on any of its supported formats; the actual connection will be based on the access point - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 19
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 20
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 21
In any 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 Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 22
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 23
2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct 01NYDA1305 The following restrictions apply: ❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 24
24 Optical Drive Safety Instructions This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the user's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a HD DVD, CD/DVD drive, CD-RW - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 25
INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 26
are trademarks of SD Card Association. Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 27
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 36 Safety icons 37 Other icons used 37 Other documentation 38 Service options 38 Chapter 1: Getting computer 42 Setting up your software 42 Registering your computer with Toshiba 43 Adding optional external devices 43 Connecting to a power source 44 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 28
Utilities 56 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 57 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 58 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 63 Installing drivers and applications 64 Using the TouchPad 64 Scrolling with the TouchPad 65 Control buttons 65 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 65 Using - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 29
Creating a CD/DVD 97 Removing a disc with the computer on 97 Removing a disc with the computer off 98 Caring for CD or DVD discs 98 Toshiba's online resources 98 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 30
30 Contents Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 99 Toshiba's energy-saver design 99 Outdoor display switch 100 Running the computer on battery power 100 Battery Notice 100 Power management 102 Using additional batteries 102 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 31
Service .........129 Using an SD™ card 129 Installing SD card drivers 130 Inserting an SD card 130 Formatting an SD card Toshiba Slim Port Replicator II with your computer.......133 Chapter 5: Utilities 134 TOSHIBA Assist 135 Connect 136 Secure 137 Protect & Fix 138 Optimize 139 TOSHIBA - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 32
Utility 151 Toshiba Hardware Setup 152 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 154 TOSHIBA Button Support 155 CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer 156 TOSHIBA Accessibility 157 161 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 164 Problems that are easy to fix 164 Problems when you turn on the computer............165 The - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 33
182 Wireless networking problems 183 DVD operating problems 186 Develop good computing habits 187 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 188 If you need further assistance 192 Before you contact Toshiba 192 Contacting Toshiba 192 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 34
212 Appendix C: USB Sleep and Charge Function and USB Wakeup Function 213 USB Sleep and Charge function 213 USB Sleep and Charge Function Settings 215 Troubleshooting 215 USB Wakeup Function 216 Troubleshooting 216 Glossary 217 Index 231 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 35
restricts use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its notebook component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and verifies its suppliers' commitment from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. 35 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 36
, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. This guide This guide introduces the computer's features. You can: ❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 37
37 Safety icons 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 38
version of the user's 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 programs to complement its - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 39
Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Selecting a place to work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 40
Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer service center. Computer base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the enclosed Instruction Manual - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 41
Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work ❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk/disc or flash media may damage the disk/disc or flash media, the drive, or both. ❖ Keep the computer and - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 42
the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your 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 to enter the Setup Wizard. 2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft's End - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 43
Warranty. NOTE To register online, you must be connected to the Internet. Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 42. After starting your computer for the first time you - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 44
plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 45
. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows blue. 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 46
46 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows blue when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 47
Getting Started 47 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 for you to turn it on and begin using it. Opening the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 48
shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features. This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide. Below are examples of some of the many possible icons used on your computer: (Sample Illustration) System icons Turning on the power To turn - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 49
completely. 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 50
50 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Installing a memory module A memory module can be installed in the memory module slot on the base of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module may be hot. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 51
Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) 2 Click Shut Down. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 52
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 53
Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) 12 Firmly press the memory module into the memory slot's socket at approximately a 30-degree angle (to the horizontal surface of the computer). (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the socket 13 Once the module's connector is fully - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 54
54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Memory slot (Sample Illustration) Inserting the memory module into the slot 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 55
, this could be a sign that you may need to scan your hard 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 up slightly. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 56
from which you can quickly recover your hard disk drive or create Hard Drive Recovery media. You can also reinstall selected software applications, drivers, and utilities from your hard drive or the recovery media. NOTE It is strongly recommended that you create recovery CDs/DVDs before using - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 57
partition later ❖ Erase the hard disk completely ❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled with your computer Creating disc drive is not writable, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Global Support Centre in the United States is - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 58
screen 3 Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check box next to the item's Name-recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications. 4 Click Create. 5 Insert the first blank CD or DVD into your writable optical drive - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 59
2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen displays. (Sample Image) Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen 3 Select one of the options, and then click Next. The options are: ❖ Recovery of Factory Default - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 60
partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. (Sample Image - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 61
Wizard allows you to delete all data and partitions from the hard disk. To delete the data and partitions from your hard disk: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Erase the hard disk, and then click Next. 2 The next screen lists the two methods you can choose: ❖ Delete all data - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 62
) and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work to external media first. To resize and recover your C: drive: 1 On the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen, select Recovery of Factory Default Software, and then click Next. 2 Select Recover to a custom size partition. 3 Specify the size of - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 63
, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the CD/DVD option and press Enter. The system will boot up to the Toshiba Recovery Wizard screen. 4 Please refer to "Hard Disk Drive Recovery options" on page 58, to explain the available recovery options. (Sample Image - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 64
display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications (Available on certain models) The TOSHIBA Application Installer (available on certain models) allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 65
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 66
66 Getting Started Using external display devices Connecting an external monitor or projector You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this: 1 Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port on the side of the computer. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 67
modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 800 x 600 or higher. Using an external keyboard If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 68
. Setting up a printer 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 these steps to set it up for the first time. You only need - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 69
Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer. Connecting an optional external diskette drive Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5-inch diskettes. (Sample - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 70
70 Getting Started Turning off the computer To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the computer's USB ports. (Sample Illustration) Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before shutting down - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 71
Getting Started 71 Turning off the computer TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut Down option to turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are off. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 72
72 Getting Started Turning off the computer Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. NOTE After your computer - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 73
Getting Started 73 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 74
74 Getting Started Turning off the computer 3 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 5 Select - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 75
Getting Started 75 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 76
76 Getting Started Turning off the computer 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to be customized. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 77
Getting Started 77 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 78
78 Getting Started Turning off the computer 2 Click Sleep. The computer saves the status of all open programs and files to the memory, turns off the display, and enters into a low-power mode. The on/off light blinks amber indicating the computer is in Sleep mode. Configuring Sleep mode options - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 79
Getting Started 79 Turning off the computer 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can configure. 6 Select - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 80
There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit 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 more information, see "Power Plans" on page 108. There are - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 81
. 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 82
Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some computing tips and provides important information about basic features. Computing tips ❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down and you - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 83
Learning the Basics 83 Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable 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 hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 84
84 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 85
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys Learning the Basics 85 Using the keyboard (Sample Illustration) Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to be - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 86
86 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Overlay keys The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. (Sample - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 87
Learning the Basics 87 Starting a program Starting a program The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use the Start menu or Windows® Explorer. If you prefer to open the program first, you have - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 88
88 Learning the Basics Starting a program Starting a program from Windows® Explorer If a program is not listed in the All Programs menu, you can start it from Windows® Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a view of your computer's contents as a hierarchy or "tree." You can easily see the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 89
Learning the Basics 89 Saving your work Starting a program using the Start Search field This example uses the Start menu's Start Search field to start WordPad: 1 Click Start to display the Start menu. The Start Search field appears at the bottom of the Start menu. Start Search field Arrow ( - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 90
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 91
Learning the Basics 91 Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 92
92 Learning the Basics Backing up your work 3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of pages and number of copies to print. 4 Click Print. Backing up your work Back up all the files you create in case something happens to your computer. You can back up your files to different types - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 93
(DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform optical 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 when - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 94
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 95
on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray. If you insert the disc incorrectly, it may jam the drive. If this happens, contact Toshiba support for assistance. 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place. You are ready to - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 96
If you insert a CD/DVD into the optical drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the CD/DVD manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then Computer. 2 Click the optical drive icon. The disc drive will run the CD/DVD - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 97
on your optical drive may not play back or operate properly on other computers or optical media players. These 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 format compatibilities. Copy - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 98
slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1 inch). Never Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 99
Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 100
performance variations produced by the design of individual components. Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 101
a new battery pack, see the accessories information included with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Use only batteries designed to work with your Toshiba notebook computer. To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 102
familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration. For assistance with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Global Support Centre. Using additional batteries In addition to the main battery, you may also have an optional secondary battery (not included - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 103
Mobile Computing Charging batteries 103 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer is on or off. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 104
104 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model. The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adaptor is charging the computer. The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on. If the RTC - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 105
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 105 NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either a battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. See "Changing the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 106
106 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform its - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 107
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 107 Setting battery notifications You can set two notifications. Each notification can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached. You can also set the computer to enter Sleep mode or Hibernation mode - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 108
108 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power ❖ How much you use the hard disk, optical drive, diskette drives, or other optional devices ❖ Where you are working, since operating time decreases at low temperatures There are various ways in which you can conserve power and extend the operating - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 109
Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 109 2 Select an appropriate plan for your work environment or create your own custom plan. 3 Click Create a Power Plan to set up a new plan. NOTE To edit a plan or to edit advanced settings, continue to the following steps. 4 Click Change Plan - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 110
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 in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 75. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 111
Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 111 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position. (Sample Illustration) Unlocking the battery release lock 6 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery. 7 Pull the discharged battery out of the computer. (Sample Illustration) - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 112
112 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 113
Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not overcharge or reverse charge a 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 114
114 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Maintaining your battery Fully discharging your battery pack will allow better accuracy of the battery meter. To fully discharge your battery pack: ❖ Periodically, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 115
an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777. Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by sponsoring - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 116
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 117
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 118
118 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 119
to: ❖ Start programs ❖ Open documents ❖ Adjust system settings ❖ Find files ❖ Access 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, it means that you should click the Start button. Taskbar - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 120
service, you need: ❖ A browser or communications program ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings. If you are having trouble troubleshooting sections of your modem and Windows® - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 121
Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications 121 7 Click OK to close the properties dialog box for that specific modem. 8 Click OK to close the Phone and Modem Options dialog box. 9 Close the Control Panel. Connecting your computer to a network You can connect your computer to - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 122
3 Double-click Network Adapter. 4 Double-click the appropriate network adapter. 5 Select the Driver tab. 6 Click Disable. 7 Click Yes. 8 Click OK. Your LAN port is require you to purchase additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 123
, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 183. An overview of using the Internet The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings: ❖ The Internet ❖ The World Wide Web ❖ Internet Service Providers ❖ Connecting to the Internet - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 124
. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need: ❖ A modem and 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 to the Internet. 1 Connect your computer's modem (available on - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 125
can probably set up an email address at the same time you sign up for the service. ❖ Internet chat rooms A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where bulletin board. ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 126
126 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 or an optional external microphone. You can play sound files or audio CDs using the built-in speakers, headphones, or - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 127
more difficult to set up and use. Your notebook computer comes with a PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards that you can install: ❖ Type I cards ❖ Type II cards The PC Card slot supports hot swapping, which allows you to replace one PC Card with another while the computer is - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 128
PC Card prior to removing it. Otherwise, the system may be damaged. NOTE Before removing a PC Card, make sure that no applications or system services are using the card. 1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Notification Area and then selecting the card - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 129
. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online Help. Using an SD™ card Your computer supports the use of an SD card. The card can be used with a variety of digital products: digital music players, cellular - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 130
, one or more dialog boxes may appear indicating that the driver is not digitally signed. The message may appear as "Digital Signature not found (About Secure Digital Emulation from Toshiba)." Click Yes to continue. Inserting an SD card To insert an SD card: 1 Turn the SD card so that the contacts - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 131
Formatting an SD card To format an SD card, use the Toshiba SD Memory Card Format utility. Click on Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then click on SD Memory Card Format. NOTE MultiMediaCards™ (MMC™s) are not supported by this product. Stopping or removing the SD card after formatting - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 132
The i.LINK® port on the side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate. In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate). This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 133
information, see the accessories information package that comes with the device or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Using an Optional Toshiba Slim Port Replicator II with your computer If you purchase an optional Toshiba Slim Port Replicator II (not shipped with your system), you can connect this - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 134
❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA Security Assist ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 135
do one of the following: ❖ Double-click the TOSHIBA Assist shortcut icon on the desktop. ❖ Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Assist window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 136
136 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree™ Connectivity Doctor ❖ Bluetooth® Settings ❖ Bluetooth® Local COM Settings (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 137
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA Security Assist 137 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 138
138 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 139
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ Toshiba Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility 139 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 140
and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Double-click the TOSHIBA Application Installer icon on the Windows® desktop. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. (Sample - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 141
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 142
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 143
down the system to complete the process. Deleting a supervisor password To delete 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 144
. 6 Click 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 Delete. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user password. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 145
, Utilities, and then Security Assist, or click the Security Assist icon in the Secure tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Security Assist main window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Security Assist window From the main window, you can select a category that shows the type of passwords or other - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 146
146 Utilities TOSHIBA Security Assist ❖ Log on Settings-Select this category to set up security options that protect individual user accounts. ❖ Password of current user: Check the status - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 147
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 148
, and then HDD Protection, or click the HDD Protection icon in the Protect & Fix tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window 2 Select ON to enable HDD protection, or select OFF to disable HDD protection - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 149
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 150
performing this procedure as data on the drive may be lost. 3 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then SD Memory Card. The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility screen 4 Select the drive where the SD card is located. 5 Select - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 151
Utility 151 Booting from a bootable SD card To boot from a bootable SD card: 1 Create a bootable SD card (see "TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Boot Utility" on page 150 for instructions). 2 Verify that no floppy disk is installed in the optional external floppy disk drive. 3 Insert a bootable SD card into the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 152
additional categories depending on your particular pointing device. 2 Adjust the settings as desired, then click OK. Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through the Windows® operating system. To access it: ❖ Click Start, All Programs - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 153
Utilities Toshiba Hardware Setup 153 NOTE When the computer restarts, it 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 power on the computer, then quickly pressing the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 154
boxes and clicking Apply, you can reconfigure that function. Any options that you change will become default settings when you restart your system. TOSHIBA Zooming Utility This utility allows you to select which applications will work with the zoom in/out hot keys (see "Changing screen resolution - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 155
is located to the left of 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 function is - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 156
access the utility: 1 Double-click the icon in the Notification Area, or click the CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer screen appears. 2 Click Set Quiet Mode to make the drive run more slowly and quietly for listening to - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 157
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 158
(TPM) NOTE This section only applies to systems with TPM. Your Toshiba computer includes the TPM (Trusted Platform Module), which is a security Trusted Platform Module Utility ❖ Infineon TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Installation Guide 2 Follow the directions on your screen. Once the TPM files - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 159
does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility technology will be completely secure or error-free. Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 160
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 161
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 162
162 Utilities ConfigFree™ 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 163
Utilities ConfigFree™ 3 Click Open Settings. The ConfigFree Profile Settings window appears. 163 (Sample Image) ConfigFree Profile Settings window 4 Click Add to start the Create Profile Wizard. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 164
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 165
Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 166
conflict. When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the condition, press Ctrl, you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver may have prevented Windows® from shutting down. Data stored in the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 167
.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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 168
If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to change your system's configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu. To open the Startup menu: 1 Restart your computer. 2 Press F8 when your computer starts and - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 169
advanced) ❖ Directory Services Restore Mode ❖ Debugging Mode ❖ Disable automatic restart on system failure ❖ Disable Driver Signature Enforcement ❖ the Startup menu may display different versions of Safe mode. Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow. Many factors contribute to the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 170
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 171
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 172
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 173
the AC adaptor and power cord/cable or from the system batteries (battery, optional secondary battery, and real-time clock (RTC) battery). Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adaptor or power cord/cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries. Here are some - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 174
Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. Refer to this site often to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information. For more information on maintaining battery power, see "Charging batteries" on page 102. Keyboard problems If, when you - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 175
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 176
information see Windows® Help. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, and not simultaneous - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 177
usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to be missing. Make sure you are - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 178
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 drive problems" on page 177). Optical drive problems You cannot access a disc in the drive. If the optical drive is an external drive - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 179
as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in the small type of disc you are using. The optical drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) formats DVD±R, DVD not slide out." on page 179. Sound system problems No sound is coming from the computer's speakers. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 180
. If 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 PC Cards. See "Resolving a hardware conflict" on page 170. If your system does not have built-in drivers for your PC Card - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 181
make sure each device has its own I/O base address. See "Fixing a problem with Device Manager" on page 171 for more information. Since all PC Cards 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 182
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 68 or in the instructions - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 183
conflict Wireless networking problems 183 NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless ( , 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 184
router or broadband modem, by plugging a standard CAT5 Ethernet patch cable (sold separately) into your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi® part of your network. ❖ Use the PING command to verify a connection to the gateway at 192.168 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 185
adapter's management utility. If the documentation that accompanies the adapter does not provide enough information to determine if this is the case, contact that vendor's support group for further advice. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 186
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 171 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 6 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 187
Computing tips" on page 82 for instructions. On a regular basis, back 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 188
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 189
system is the data you create and store on its hard drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even destroy is required. Most of the CD and DVD drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as read from - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 190
only include the changes made since the last backup. 7 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 tips to help ensure safe and easy installation of new - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 191
complete the installation successfully. Always carefully follow the installation instructions that accompany the hardware or software. ❖ Restart the Windows . This will make it much easier to determine the origin of any new problems. For best results, follow this sequence: 1 Back up critical data. 2 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 192
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 193
along with its installation media ❖ Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred ❖ Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support Centre: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 194
20041, Agrate Brianza Milano, Italy Latin America and Caribbean Toshiba America Information Systems 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, California 92618 of the US this call may incur long-distance charges) Spain Toshiba Information Systems (España) S.A. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa, 1a - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 195
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 modify the following system functions: ❖ Mute ❖ Password security ❖ - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 196
196 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot Key Cards Using the Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards Hot Key Cards using the pointing device: 1 Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display 2 Double-click the Card for - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 197
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 152. TOSHIBA Button Support utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Button Support" on page 155. NOTE Not all - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 198
(see "Using the Application Cards" on page 198). To use the Card Case: 1 Move the cursor to the top center edge of the screen. The TOSHIBA Cards appear at the top of the screen. An icon appears momentarily in the top-right corner. 2 Click the icon. (Sample Image) Starting Card Case - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 199
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 199 3 The Card Case displays two rows of Cards. Cards that appear solid (not transparent) in the bottom row are enabled - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 200
disk drive or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key Powers on/Powers off the optical disk drive on your computer. When ODD is Powered on, the optical disc drive tray can be opened by selecting eject. The optical disc drive tray must be closed manually. Selecting this Card or pressing the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 201
Cards Hot key functions 201 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 202
Cards Hot key functions Password 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 203
Power plan or Fn + Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 203 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 204
Cards Hot key functions Sleep mode or Fn + 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 205
Hot key functions 205 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 206
Cards Hot key functions Display modes This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the poweron display options. or Fn + NOTE Some modes are only available with the appropriate device attached and turned - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 207
Cards Hot key functions 207 Display brightness This TOSHIBA Card decreases or increases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key decreases the screen brightness. Fn + This hot key increases the screen brightness. Selecting this - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 208
Cards Hot key functions 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 209
Cards Hot key functions 209 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 "Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™" on page 65. Selecting - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 210
Cards Hot key functions Changing screen 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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 211
Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 211 Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off. Fn + This hot key - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 212
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your notebook computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA and Canada United Kingdom UL approved CSA approved Australia AS - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 213
computer is turned OFF. "Power OFF" includes Sleep Mode, Hibernation Mode or shutdown state. This function can only be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function (hereinafter called "compatible ports"). Compatible ports are USB ports that have the symbol icon. You can use the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 214
214 USB Sleep and Charge Function and USB Wakeup Function USB Sleep and Charge function NOTE ❖ The "USB Sleep and Charge function" only works for compatible ports. This function is disabled in the default setting. To enable it, you must change Disabled to Enabled in the BIOS Setup. ❖ When "USB - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 215
setting to Disabled. Setting item Enabled (Mode-1) -- Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Enables the function Disabled (Default) -- Disables the function Troubleshooting Cannot use the "USB Sleep and Charge function". ❖ The setting of "USB Sleep and Charge function" may be Disabled. Change the - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 216
port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge functioncompatible icon . Troubleshooting The "USB Wakeup function" does not work. ❖ When "USB Sleep the BIOS Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function. In that case, use a USB port - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 217
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 218
disk drive HTML Hypertext Markup 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 219
transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The 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 cells using active-matrix technology. Also known as - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 220
signal changes per second (not necessarily the same as bits per second). See also bits per second. BIOS (basic input/output system) - Basic instructions, stored in readonly memory (ROM), containing the information the computer needs to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 221
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 222
(outside the computer's case) or internal (inside the computer's case). Printers, disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A 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 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 223
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 Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 224
default, the hard disk is referred to as drive C. hardware - The physical components of a computer system. Compare software. Hibernation - A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work, including all open files and programs, when you turn - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 225
. internal device - See device. Internet - The decentralized, world-wide network of computers that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 226
226 Glossary local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive. A system's logical drives may differ from its physical drives. For example, a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 227
227 Glossary non-system disk - A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer. Compare system disk. O online - Available through the computer. Online may refer to information being read from your own computer's hard disk, such as online documentation or online - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 228
you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See also - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 229
See active-matrix display. U universal serial bus (USB) - USB is a serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps (480 million bits per second). USB can to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 230
230 Glossary W Web - See World Wide Web. Wi-Fi® - A registered trademark term of the Wi-Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity, and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components. World Wide Web (www) - The worldwide - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 231
46, 104 not charging 173 notification 107 power plan 203 power plan hot key 109 real-time clock (RTC) 101 removing 110 BIOS Setup see Toshiba Hardware Setup button power 49, 58 start 119 C CD creating 97 playing an audio 95 CD, using 92 character keys 84 charging the battery 46 - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 232
177 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177 running slow 177 diskette drive problems 186 DVD, using 92 E environment computer-friendly 39 error messages device driver conflict 170 general hardware problem 170 non-system disk or disk error 167 problem - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 233
conflicts 170 resolving 171 headphones using 126 Help and Support Windows® operating system 170 Hibernation mode 71 configuring 75 Service Providers 124 ISPs 124 K keyboard character keys 84 function keys 85 hot keys 211 not working 166 overlay keys 86 special Windows® keys 85 troubleshooting - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 234
accessing 121 Dial-Up Networking Wizard 121 networking wireless 122 Notification Area 119 O opening the display panel 47 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 other documentation 38 overlay keys 86 P password deleting a supervisor 143 disabling a user 144 setting a user 143 supervisor set - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 235
65 printer connecting 68 problem solving 182 printing a file 91 problem solving AC power 173 181 computer will not power up 165 contacting Toshiba 192 corrupted/damaged data files 178 Device is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177 no sound 179 non-system - Toshiba Portege R500-S5006V | Toshiba Online Users Guide for Portege R500 - Page 236
installing drivers 130 Toshiba registering computer 43 worldwide offices 193 TOSHIBA Assist 135 Toshiba Hardware Setup 152 Toshiba online resources 98 traveling tips 116 troubleshooting DVD player general problems ® operating system Help and Support 170 problem solving 168 Windows® operating
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