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Satellite® L550 Series Resource Guide Keep this guide in a convenient place to access important information about your computer. 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 2
37 Learning the basics 37 Using the TouchPad 38 Using the optical drive 40 Moving the computer 43 Mobile computing 44 Taking care of your battery 47 If something goes wrong 50 If you need further assistance 54 Power cord/cable connectors 55 Features and specifications 55 Index 56 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 3
failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 4
life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 5
product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery product. For information on how to trade-in or recycle your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba event of problems, you power radio frequency electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 6
2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 7
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 This device obtains the Technical - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 8
8 Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer. Not all devices are available on all models. Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® Wireless Wi-Fi® Link 5100/5300 Series This equipment is approved to the radio - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 9
9 New Zealand Oman Paraguay Poland Qatar Russia San Marino Singapore South Africa Sri Lanka Tahiti Turk Islands Nicaragua Pakistan Peru Portugal Réunion Saint Martin Saudi Arabia Slovakia South Korea Sweden Taiwan Ukraine United Kingdom Vatican Virgin Islands Uruguay Venezuela Zimbabwe Norway - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 10
10 Lebanon Lithuania Malaysia Monaco Nambia New Zealand Norway Panama Peru Portugal Romania Senegal Slovak Republic South Korea Sweden Thailand Ukraine USA Yemen Lesotho Luxembourg Malta Montenegro Nepal Nicaragua Oman Papua New Guinea Philippines Puerto Rico Russia Serbia Slovenia Spain - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 11
Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, UK Iceland, Spain O O O O: allowed ×: forbidden ❖ To remain 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 12
operation of this device. The 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 13
13 United Kingdom Venezuela Uruguay Vietnam USA Zimbabwe Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek® RTL8191SE 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. - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 14
14 UAE (United Arab Emirates) Uruguay Vietnam Ukraine USA Zimbabwe United Kingdom Venezuela 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/ - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 15
/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 Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam 802.11a (5 GHz - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 16
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 Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 17
. 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.com in the United States for more - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 18
Cyprus Egypt France Hong Kong Ireland Jordan Latvia Lithuania Netherlands Oman Poland Slovakia Sweden UK Venezuela Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health The products with Bluetooth® wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 19
frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. Regulatory statements This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/region where the - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 20
, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery. 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 21
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 Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 22
or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. As part of Toshiba's commitment to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in and recycling programs. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 23
from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR® specifications will use between 20% and 50 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 24
common problems. For more detailed information, descriptions of other features, and more extensive troubleshooting guidelines, see the electronic user's guide preinstalled on your system. It is also available on the Web at pcsupport.toshiba.com. Safety icons This guide contains safety instructions - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 25
version of the user's guide. ❖ 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. Setting up your computer and getting started The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 26
battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service product Series. Your select model may not have all the features and specifications - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 27
Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 28
adaptor cord to the computer 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the indicator panel glows green. 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 29
Setting up a printer" in the electronic user's guide. 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 30
that is in good condition. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on may damage the computer, the module, or both skip to step 3. 1 Click Start. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in the lower-right corner of the Start - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 31
the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 46. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 32
static electricity you may have 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 33
and cutouts do not line up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on the memory module Do not force the memory module into position. The memory module should be completely inserted into the socket and level when secured in place. Slot B Slot A Front of - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 34
memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 35
configuration will not be saved. The following screen may appear when you turn on the power: If "Start Windows® Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter. If one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to press Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at which - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 36
one memory module installed for the computer to work. Your computer's TFT display Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 37
memory until you save 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 . ❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active. The Windows® operating system records information, - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 38
keyboard) and the adjacent control buttons to: ❖ Move the pointer on the screen ❖ Select an item on the screen ❖ Open or activate an item on the screen table below for specific instructions on performing each operation. The pointer is the icon (usually an arrow) that moves on the screen when you - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 39
varies by program. Check your program documentation for specific instructions on right-clicking. (Sample Illustration) Click the the screen. The mouse pointer may also seem to automatically select text, click buttons, and activate other user interface elements. For help with these problems, try - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 40
support.toshiba electronic user's guide. Alternately, you support features that were not available on previous video platforms. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus. TECHNICAL NOTE: Your optical drive - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 41
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 press the manual eject button located inside the hole. Never use a pencil to press - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 42
open if the computer's power is off. 2 Make sure the drive's in-use indicator light is off. 3 Press the drive's eject button. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive. 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 43
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 paper clip, into the manual eject hole. The disc tray slides partially out of the drive. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 44
. Doing so could damage the system. Mobile computing Running the computer on battery power Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 45
notifications Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. For more information, see "Setting battery notifications" in the electronic user's guide. Changing the main battery When your main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC adaptor or - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 46
46 Mobile computing 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 in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" in the electronic user's guide. 3 Unplug and remove any cables - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 47
or charged, turn off the computer's power immediately and disconnect the power cord/cable from the power socket. Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer. ❖ Do not try to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Overcharging will shorten its life, and - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 48
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 only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 49
programs, events and consumer promotions. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. Toshiba is dedicated to preserving the environment by sponsoring Call2Recycle™, a program of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation. For more information and for drop-off locations, visit - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 50
the next step. 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name, then End Task. To power off your computer: 1 Click Start. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. The computer - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 51
If something goes wrong 51 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 at least 10 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 52
not be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. ExpressCard® problems ExpressCard® checklist ❖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. See "Using an ExpressCard®" in the electronic user's guide for information about how to insert ExpressCards. ❖ Make sure - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 53
problems Here are some common problems and for example: Disk drives, Network adapters, Other, hold down the ON/OFF button until the computer shuts down (approximately 10 seconds). 2 Restart the computer , contact the card manufacturer for additional troubleshooting assistance. 6 Click OK to confirm - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 54
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 Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 55
for various parts of the world. USA (UL approved) Canada (CSA approved) United Kingdom (BS approved) Australia (AS approved) Europe (VDA and NEMKO approved) Features and specifications For the detailed specifications for your computer, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. Click Product Support, search - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 56
stops working 53 inserting 36 removing 37 ExpressCard® problems 52 slot appears dead 53 F files backing up 37 saving 37 I inserting ExpressCards® 36 installation memory module 30 installing main battery 45, 47 memory module 29 K keyboard not working 51 L light AC power 27 drive in-use indicator 41 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 57
main battery 46 memory module 34 S safety disposing of batteries 49 precautions 25 safety precautions main battery 47 saving files 37 screen problems blank screen 51 setting battery notification 45 setting up AC adaptor 27 computer 30 work environment 25 specifications Features and specifications 55 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 58
58 Toshiba accessories memory 29 TouchPad™ adjusting settings 39 disabling 40 enabling 40 using 38 U USB-compatible printer 29 W Web sites 54 - Toshiba Satellite L555-S7008 | Resource Guide - Page 59
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Satellite
®
L550 Series
Resource Guide
Keep this guide in a convenient place to access important
information about your computer.
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
Please fill in for your reference and future use:
Model name______________________________________
Part number______________________________________
Serial number____________________________________