Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series
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Satellite® L550 Series User's Guide If you need assistance: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Toshiba Customer Support Center Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273 For more information, see "If Something Goes - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 2
after handling. Model: Satellite® L550 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 4
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Contact either: ❖ Toshiba's Support Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. ❖ Or call the Toshiba Customer Support Center: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 5
service. If Problems trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or standard limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Customer Support , the date and time - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 6
your telephone company or a qualified installer. Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment 1 above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment electrician, as appropriate. 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment's - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 7
problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device. Please contact Toshiba computer product support on Web site http://www.toshiba GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 8
who continually review and interpret services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 9
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 10
/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the the United States. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 11
the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Taiwan Article 14 Article 17 Unless approved, for any model accredited low - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 12
stations, promptly change the frequency being used, change the location of use, or turn off the source of emissions. 3. Contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations. 2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 13
FH-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. 3. TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Toll Free Tel: 0120-15-1048 Direct Dial: 03-3457-4850 Fax: 03-3457-4868 Device Authorization - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 14
14 Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® Wireless Wi-Fi® Link 5100/5300 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/ - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 15
Saipan Serbia Slovenia Spain Tahiti Turk Islands United Kingdom Vatican Virgin Islands Approved Countries/Regions for the Atheros Wireless Wi-Fi® Link AR5B95 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 16
Rico Russia Serbia Slovenia Spain Switzerland Turkey United Kingdom Venezuela Zimbabwe Approved Countries/Regions for the Atheros Wireless Wi-Fi® Link AR5B93 Series This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 17
17 Malta Montenegro Nepal Nicaragua Papua New Guinea Portugal Romania Senegal Slovak Republic Spain Switzerland UAE (United Arab Emirates) Uruguay Vietnam Mexico Mozambique Netherlands Nigeria Philippines Puerto Rico Russia Serbia Slovenia Sri Lanka Thailand Ukraine USA Yemen Monaco Nambia New - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 18
18 Poland Russia Slovenia Sweden UAE (United Arab Emirates) Uruguay Portugal Saudi Arabia South Korea Switzerland/ Liechtenstein Ukraine USA Romania Slovakia Spain Taiwan (ROC) United Kingdom Venezuela Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries België/ - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 19
of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network. ❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any European Community country. ❖ This - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 20
20 radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation. Approved Countries/ - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 21
21 Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek® RTL8192E This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Albania Austria Bangladesh Bosnia and Herzegovina Cambodia - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 22
22 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. Albania Bahrain Bolivia Bulgaria Chile Costa Rica Denmark - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 23
23 Approved Countries/Regions for the Realtek® RTL8187B This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table. Albania Australia Bahrain Bolivia Brunei Canada Colombia - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 24
/g) Ch36,40,44,48,52,56,60,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 25
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 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 26
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 27
within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 28
other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 29
electric machinery. Optical Drive Safety Instructions This appliance contains a laser system To use this model properly, read the user's guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. Never in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 30
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 L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 31
Satellite and ConfigFree are registered trademarks of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba United States and other countries. Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO are trademarks or . As part of Toshiba's commitment to preserving the environment, Toshiba supports various trade-in and - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 32
Introduction 39 This guide 41 Safety icons 42 Other icons used 42 Your computer's features and specifications ....43 Other documentation 43 Service options 43 Chapter a power source 48 Charging the main battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 32 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 33
Toshiba 53 Adding optional external devices 54 Adding memory (optional 54 Installing a memory module 55 Removing a memory module 60 Checking total memory 74 Checking the internal storage drive operating status 76 Installing drivers and applications 76 Using the TouchPad 76 Scrolling with the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 34
media 108 Recording optical media 109 Removing a disc with the computer on...........109 Removing a disc with the computer off ..........110 Caring for optical discs 110 Toshiba's online resources 110 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 35
Toshiba's energy-saver design 111 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 112 Power management 113 Using additional batteries 113 Charging batteries 113 Charging the main battery 114 Charging the RTC battery 114 Monitoring main battery Web 134 Internet Service Providers 134 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 36
Utility 152 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 153 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility .........154 Mouse Utility 155 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 156 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 158 TOSHIBA Button Support 159 TOSHIBA Accessibility 160 TOSHIBA eco Utility 161 TOSHIBA Service Station 162 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 37
...........177 Memory problems 178 Power and the batteries 179 Keyboard problems 180 Display problems 181 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........183 Optical drive problems 184 Sound system problems 185 Printer problems 185 Modem problems 186 Wireless networking problems 187 DVD - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 38
38 Contents Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 198 Hot Key Cards 198 Using the Hot Key Cards 199 Application Cards 200 Using the Application Cards 201 Card Case 201 Hot key - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 39
most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low- Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 40
EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR® specifications will use between 20% and 50% less energy , cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE. Toshiba requires its computer component suppliers to meet RoHS requirements and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 41
for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com. While Toshiba has made every - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 42
Introduction 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 43
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 44
provides tips for using your computer effectively, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your computer. The "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort," that is shipped with your computer, contains important safety information. Please read the safety - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 45
Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 46
hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin. Read the "Avoid extended contact between computer base/palm rest and skin" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to drop - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 47
injury. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is shipped with your computer. not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 48
's battery. Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 49
. 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 in serious injury. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 50
the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 51
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 51 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 52
external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 53
Getting Started Registering your computer with Toshiba 53 NOTE The names of windows displayed, and 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 54
54 Getting Started Adding optional external devices Adding optional external devices NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 52. After starting your computer for the first time you may want to: ❖ - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 55
slots 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(s) may be hot. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module(s) to cool to room temperature before replacing it. Avoid touching - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 56
, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 122. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 57
any 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 58
with the matching key in the socket. notch latch connector latch key (Sample Illustration) Aligning the memory module with the socket 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 59
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 L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 60
60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the 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" on page 123. 16 Turn the computer right side up. 17 Reconnect the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 61
storage 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. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one another, you must remove the top module first before - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 62
Slot A Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 123. 6 Turn the computer right - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 63
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 63 NOTE From time to time, Windows® will display a pop-up that says, "Windows® needs your permission to continue." This is a security feature to prevent programs or people from doing things on your computer without your permission. If you were - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 64
using your system for the first time. For more information on creating recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 71. ❖ The Toshiba Recovery Wizard also provides the option of erasing your internal storage drive, without restoring the information on the drive. See "Erasing the Internal - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 65
when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 66
66 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 6 The Recovery of Factory Default Software screen appears. Select Recover to out-of-box state. (Sample Image) Recovery of Factory Default Software screen 7 Click Next. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 67
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 67 The "Recover to a custom size partition" option restores your C: drive to its out-of-box state, and allows you to specify the size for the C: partition. You can resize and recover the C: drive using the utilities stored on your computer's - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 68
68 Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting a Process screen 6 The - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 69
Getting Started Recovering the Internal Storage Drive 69 9 Click Next to begin the recovery. When the process is complete, a message displays indicating that the C: drive has been recovered. 10 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer. Recovering without changing the internal storage - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 70
when the recovery is executed all data will be deleted and rewritten. Click Yes to continue. (Sample Image) Warning screen 5 When the Toshiba Recovery Wizard opens and the Selecting a process screen displays, select Recovery of Factory Default Software and then click Next. (Sample Image) Selecting - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 71
to copy the internal storage drive recovery files. If your optical disc drive is not a writable drive, contact Toshiba Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system. The Toshiba Customer Support Center in the United States is (800) 457-777; outside the United States it is (949) 859 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 72
DVDs: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then Recovery Disc Creator each item's Name-recovery files, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications instructions on creating recovery media, see "Creating recovery media" on page 71. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 73
displays, press F12. The boot menu appears. 3 Using the arrow keys, select the DVD option and press Enter. 4 The Selecting a Process screen appears. Select Toshiba Recovery Wizard and then click Next. 5 If your system offers a choice of Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit operating system, select one at - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 74
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 9 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. When the process is To delete all data and partitions from the internal storage drive: 1 Access the Toshiba Recovery Wizard on your internal storage drive or on your recovery DVDs. ❖ To access - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 75
Getting Started Erasing the Internal Storage Drive 75 3 Choose one of the following options on the Erase the hard disk screen: ❖ Delete all data and partitions from the hard disk-This option deletes all of the data on the internal storage drive without overwriting the drive. ❖ Delete all - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 76
5 Highlight the internal storage drive in the Volume list to display its status in the lower portion of the screen. Installing drivers and applications The Toshiba Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 77
. 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, press the primary button twice in rapid succession - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 78
HDMI Out port on the side of your computer, and then connect the other end of the cable to your television. Refer to the manual that came with the television for more information. Your computer will automatically detect the external display device and activate a screen with display options. Choose - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 79
Getting Started Using external display devices 79 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 Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you first need to install new - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 80
when using extended desktop (Sample Image) Display options window 3 Release the Fn key. Adjusting the quality of the external display -size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer's USB ports support most USB-compatible keyboards. Using a mouse You may want to use a mouse instead - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 81
; the printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer documentation for further instructions. TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and Play, check its documentation. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you can set up the printer as described in "Setting up - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 82
NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions before completing the following procedure. If your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 83
your computer in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut Down option to turn off your Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 84
. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 85
Getting Started Turning off the computer 85 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 86
options you want from the drop-down lists. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down when - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 87
Getting Started Turning off the computer 87 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 88
configure. 5 Select Hibernate for the options you want. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation mode - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 89
Getting Started Turning off the computer 89 ❖ 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 90
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 amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 91
configure. 6 Select Sleep for the options you want. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep mode - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 92
your particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details. You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Taking care of your battery" on page 124. NOTE Please handle your - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 93
. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional computer lock cable. For more information on purchasing a cable lock, visit accessories.toshiba.com. (Sample Illustration) Computer lock cable To secure the computer: 1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy object. Make sure - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 94
94 Getting Started Caring for your computer 3 Insert the cable's locking end into the security lock slot on your computer, then engage the locking device. The computer is now securely locked. (Sample Illustration) Attaching security lock cable - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 95
❖ Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the internal storage drive. If the network are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work since - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 96
96 Learning the Basics Computing tips ❖ Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place. It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 97
Learning the Basics Using the keyboard 97 Using the keyboard Your computer's keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys. (Sample Illustration) Keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 98
called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer. For example, Fn+F9 turns off the TouchPad. For more information, see "Hot key functions" on page 202. Special - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 99
Learning the Basics Starting a program 99 Starting a program from the Start menu When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows® WordPad program - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 100
100 Learning the Basics Starting a program 5 In the left part of the window, click the line that ends in "Local Disk (C:)." 6 In the left part of the window, under the Local Disk C: icon, double-click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files. Windows® Explorer shows the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 101
Learning the Basics Saving your work 101 Saving your work Before you turn off the computer using the Shut Down command, save your work on the internal storage drive, diskette, flash media, or optical disc. This is one of the most important rules of computing. When you turn off the computer using - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 102
different name. File names The Windows® operating system supports long file names that can contain up to 260 characters and can include spaces. Some applications do not support long file names and require file names limited to no more than - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 103
Learning the Basics Backing up your work 103 To print a file: 1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now. 2 In your Windows®-based application, click File, and then Print. The program displays a Print dialog box. (Sample Image) Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 104
become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that were not available on previous video platforms. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 105
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 press the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 106
106 Learning the Basics Using the optical drive Media control buttons (Available on certain models) The media control buttons located on the system control panel above the keyboard let you mute the sound and play audio CDs or DVD movies when the computer is on. Previous track button* Play/Pause - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 107
Learning the Basics Using the optical drive 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open. 107 (Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust. If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in "Caring for optical discs" on page 110. 6 Place - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 108
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 Run feature does not automatically start your disc, try launching the optical disc manually. To do this, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, and then - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 109
information regarding supported optical media formats please refer to your computer's detailed specifications at pcsupport.toshiba.com. NOTE problems are not due to any defect in your Toshiba computer or optical drive. Please refer to your computer's product specification for listing of specific - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 110
Toshiba's online resources Removing a disc with the computer off To remove a disc with the computer turned off: 1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead Toshiba's online resources Toshiba maintains a - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 111
in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been preset by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 112
can recharge it many times. Battery Notice Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date information. It maintains - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 113
time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery. Always use the battery charger specified by Toshiba. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 114
power until the battery discharges completely. Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity. Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to store - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 115
because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the real-time clock. The - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 116
, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). Power button System Indicator Lights AC power light ON/OFF light Battery light Internal storage drive light Bridge Media Adapter light* *Available on certain models (Sample Illustration) Power and - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 117
you do not manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns using Hibernation, see "Hibernation mode" on page 83. Setting battery notifications You can set two notifications. Each notification can be - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 118
window appears. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 4 Click Battery to display the battery options. 5 Configure the alarm settings to suit your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 119
the computer is configured. By using them, you can increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. Microsoft® has combined these options into preset Power Plans. Using one of these power plans lets you choose between maximum power savings and peak system - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 120
to choose the plan you want to edit. This screen allows you to change basic settings. 5 Click Change Advanced Settings to access settings for battery notification levels, internal storage drive power save time, etc. You can click on the plus signs to expand each item and to see what settings - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 121
accumulated savings over time. To learn how to access the utility, see "TOSHIBA eco Utility" on page 161. For more information on eco Mode, please see the Help file in the eco Utility. Changing the main battery When your main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 122
mode according to the instructions in "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 87. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 123
to ensure a good connection. 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch clicks. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity. If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 124
Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery 3 Slide the battery release lock to the locked position. (Sample Illustration) Locking the battery release lock 4 Turn the computer right side up. 5 Reconnect any cables that were removed in step 3 of "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 122 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 125
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 L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 126
possibly result in serious injury. Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of nonconforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or rupture - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 127
or call 1-800-822-8837. Notice regarding CR coin cell batteries, applicable to California, U.S.A. only: Perchlorate Material - special manuals, power cords, and compact discs. Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information or visit Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 128
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 129
Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring the desktop 129 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 130
icons depending on your configuration. See Windows® online Help for more specific information on each icon and how to use it. Start button Windows® Help and Support ❖ Suspend system activity and shut down the computer NOTE Whenever a procedure in this User's Guide instructs you to click Start - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 131
additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of public wireless LAN Key Fn+F8. For more information see "Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards" on page 198. NOTE When the Wireless antenna with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see "Wireless networking problems" on page 187. Connecting your - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 132
Accessing a network To access a network: ❖ At the office, connect an Ethernet cable to the Network port (RJ45) on your computer. For specific information about connecting to the network, consult your network administrator. Many hotels, airports, and offices offer Wi-Fi® access. If your computer has - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 133
Exploring Your Computer's Features Setting up for communications 133 Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer's built-in modem port provides an RJ-11 jack, allowing you to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line. 1 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 134
send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet. An overview of using the Internet The following sections computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP). The World Wide satellite links. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 135
telephone line, or a LAN connection ❖ A Web browser ❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account Once you have established an ISP account, you can connect site. You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information. Internet features The Internet offers - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 136
, or even the visitor. A message board may also be called a "Web board" or a "forum." ❖ Online shopping Many Web sites offer products and services for sale. Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 137
Exploring Your Computer's Features Exploring audio features 137 Exploring audio features You can use your computer to record sounds using the computer's internal microphone (available on certain models) or an optional external microphone. You can listen to sound files or audio CDs using the built- - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 138
138 Exploring Your Computer's Features Using the Web Camera TECHNICAL NOTE: When using amplified speakers, use speakers that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be inadequate to produce sound from the computer. To play back sound files through external speakers or - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 139
. To copy data from one media to another, use the drag-and-drop feature of the Windows® operating system. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. 1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down. 2 Push the media into the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 140
to release it. The card pops out slightly. 3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out. (Sample Illustration) Removing memory media Do not remove memory media Technology Attachment) devices and USB devices. The eSATA interface supports fast data transfer rates, which is especially useful for - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 141
. ❖ TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Application Installer ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password ❖ TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support 141 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 142
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA eco Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Service Station ❖ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor ❖ ConfigFree® TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings. To access TOSHIBA Assist - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 143
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist The TOSHIBA Assist offers four categories of options: ❖ Connect ❖ Secure ❖ Protect & Fix ❖ Optimize Connect The features available in this category are: ❖ ConfigFree® Connectivity Doctor ❖ Bluetooth® Settings 143 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Connect tab - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 144
144 Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Secure The features available in this category are: ❖ Supervisor password ❖ User password (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Secure tab - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 145
Utilities TOSHIBA Assist Protect & Fix The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 145 (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Protect & Fix tab - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 146
Optimize The features available in this category are: ❖ TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility ❖ Mouse Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup ❖ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility ❖ TOSHIBA Button Support ❖ TOSHIBA Accessibility ❖ TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Assist window - Optimize tab - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 147
and applications that were originally bundled with your computer. To reinstall drivers and applications: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Recovery, and then TOSHIBA Application Installer. 2 Click Next. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Application Installer screen 3 Click the item you want to install - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 148
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 149
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 150
Assist window appears. 2 On the left side, click the Secure tab. 3 Click the Supervisor Password icon. The Supervisor Password tab of the TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 4 Click Not Registered. A pop-up screen appears asking for a password. 5 Enter the password, then click OK. 6 Click OK - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 151
OK to exit. Deleting a user password To cancel the power-on password function: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Password Utility. The TOSHIBA Password Utility window appears. 2 Click Not Registered. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the user password. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 152
help file to learn more about this utility and what it offers. To locate the help file, go to: Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, TOSHIBA Face Recognition Help. The help file covers the following topics: ❖ Setting up a Face Recognition account ❖ Registering a user image ❖ Updating a user image - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 153
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 154
the Bridge Media 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 155
Mouse utility: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Mouse under Hardware and Sound, or click the Mouse icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The Mouse Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) Mouse Properties screen The settings you can change are divided into these categories: ❖ Buttons - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 156
Hardware Setup screen - General tab options The TOSHIBA Hardware Setup screen may have the following tabs: ❖ Boot Priority-Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer searches the drives for the operating system You can also manually choose the Boot Priority by pressing the power - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 157
Utilities TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 157 ❖ Display-Allows you to change various default settings for the built-in display NOTE When the computer restarts, it remembers the last - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 158
® Reader® ❖ Icons on the desktop To access the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Toshiba, Utilities, and then TOSHIBA Zooming Utility. The TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Properties screen 2 Select the desired option - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 159
the system control panel directly above the keyboard. To access TOSHIBA Button Support: 1 Click the TOSHIBA Button Support icon in the Optimize tab of TOSHIBA Assist. The TOSHIBA Button Support window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Button Support screen 2 Under Button Name, select the button whose - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 160
a sticky key, meaning you 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 161
eco Utility icon in the System tray. ❖ Right-click the TOSHIBA eco Utility icon in the System tray and select Launch TOSHIBA eco Utility. The TOSHIBA eco Utility window appears. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA eco Utility To activate eco Mode, select ON in the upper-left section of the screen. For more - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 162
at its best by notifying you when updated software, firmware, documentation or other information is available for your computer. If you have enabled the TOSHIBA Service Station, it will alert you when updates are available, and you can then choose to install the updates if you wish. To enable the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 163
of system conditions that may affect the performance of your Toshiba computer. It may also be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by Toshiba or Toshiba's authorized service providers. Additionally, Toshiba may use this information for quality assurance analysis. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 164
Agreement Notification Utility displays, providing an overview of the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor and the TOSHIBA Service Station. NOTE ❖ For more information about the TOSHIBA Service Station, please see "TOSHIBA Service Station" on page 162. ❖ If the icon does not appear in the Notification - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 165
PC Health Monitor only ❖ Accept TOSHIBA Service Station only ❖ Decline both ❖ If you do not want to install either program at this time but you'd like to be reminded to install one or both programs at a later date, click the drop down arrow next to "days" to specify when you would like a reminder - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 166
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 167
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 168
168 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 169
Utilities ConfigFree® 3 Click Open Settings. The ConfigFree Profile Settings window appears. 169 (Sample Image) ConfigFree Profile Settings window 4 Click Add to start the Create Profile Wizard. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 170
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 171
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 seconds. If you are using the - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 172
happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system. To clear the battery has discharged. If you performed a shutdown before this message was displayed, a program or driver may have prevented Windows® from shutting down. Data stored in the computer's memory - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 173
.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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 174
labels on the bottom of the computer and the AC adaptor show the specifications for voltage ("V") and current ("A") for each device. The voltage level must 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 175
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 176
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 177
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 178
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 device to another. For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® online Help. Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 179
only one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 180
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 113. Keyboard problems If, when you - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 181
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 182
® Help. A message displays saying that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is 800 x 600 or higher. Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in Internal/External mode, computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 183
usually show up as an inability to access the drive or as sector errors. Sometimes a drive problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical problems are: You are having trouble accessing a drive, or one or more files appear to be missing. Make sure you are identifying - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 184
run correctly but others do not. This is probably a configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, refer to its the computer (for example, if the battery is completely discharged), use a narrow object, such as a straightened paper clip, to press the manual eject button. This button is in - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 185
you are using is compatible with your optical drive. For more information regarding supported optical media formats, refer to the complete detail specifications for your computer at pcsupport.toshiba.com. If the problem is with an optical data disc, refer to the software's documentation and check - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 186
-test to check for any problem with the printer itself. Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in "Setting up a printer" on page 82 or in the instructions that came with the printer . For more information regarding your system's V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba Web site at pcsupport - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 187
Wireless networking problems 187 NOTE This section provides general troubleshooting tips for networking problems, specifically wireless (Wi 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 188
your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If your connection problem disappears, the problem lies in the Wi-Fi® part of your or another error message appears in response, then the problem is probably Wi-Fi®-related. ❖ If you have enabled Problems with WEP keys, in particular, are frequently - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 189
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 177 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the optical drive properties. 7 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 190
. Save your work! See "Computing tips" on page 95 for instructions. On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your internal guides. It is very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 191
familiar with all the user's guides provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and them for later recall. If you experience problems after installing some new hardware or software, it with the current date and time, and displays a message that the restore - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 192
the data you create and store on its internal storage drive. Since problems with either hardware or software can make the data inaccessible or even No additional software is required. Most of the optical drives built into recent Toshiba portable computer models can write to (or 'burn') as well as - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 193
storage drive: NOTE You cannot back up the computer while running on battery power. Connect the AC adaptor before continuing. 1 Prepare your backup to complete your backup. For more help, click Start, Help and Support, and search for "back up." General tips for installing hardware and software - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 194
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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 195
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 L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 196
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 Customer Support Center: Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 197
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Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications. There are two types of TOSHIBA Cards: Hot Key Cards and Application Cards. Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are used to set or modify the following system functions: ❖ Mute ❖ - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 199
feature the key controls. To use the Hot Key Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen. (Sample Image) Hot Key Card display 2 Double-click the , hold down Fn and press the hot key repeatedly. Release the Fn key when the desired option is selected. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 200
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 156. TOSHIBA Button Support utility For more information, refer to "TOSHIBA Button Support" on page 159. NOTE Not all - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 201
Using the Application Cards To launch an application using the Application Cards: 1 Press and hold the Fn key. The TOSHIBA Cards display at the top of the screen. (Sample Image) TOSHIBA Card display "stacked" Card 2 Click the "stacked" card on the far right of the display. The Application Cards - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 202
202 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 3 The Card Case displays two rows of Cards a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 203
Cards Hot key functions 203 Lock (Instant security) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key blanks the display. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + (Sample Image) Security options ❖ - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 204
Hot key functions Power plan or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key displays the power plans and cycles through the power plans. The properties of each power plan, and the power plans that - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 205
Sleep mode or Fn + Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions 205 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 206
Cards Hot key functions Hibernation mode or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key places the computer into Hibernation mode. If Hibernation mode is disabled, this hot key will not respond. For more information on - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 207
Cards Hot key functions 207 Output (Display switch) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key cycles through the power- on display options (only the first option is available when you do not have an external monitor - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 208
208 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions NOTE Cycle through the display modes, then select the desired mode. Not all functions are supported on all models. Some systems also support an additional Swap Image Display mode. This mode is available only if the current setting is an extended - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 209
Cards Hot key functions 209 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 Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 210
Cards Hot key functions Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™ or Fn + This TOSHIBA Card or hot key enables/disables the TouchPad. For more information on using the TouchPad, see "Using the TouchPad™" on page 76. Selecting this Card - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 211
Cards Hot key functions 211 Zoom (Display resolution) This TOSHIBA Card or hot key switches screen resolution. Selecting this Card or pressing the hot key displays the following options: or Fn + [Space bar] (Sample Image) - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 212
212 Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards Hot key functions Keyboard hot key functions Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-out. Fn + This hot key turns the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility to zoom-in. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 213
Appendix B Power Cord/Cable Connectors Your computer ships with the correct power supply for the country of purchase. This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of the world. USA Canada UL approved United Kingdom BS approved Australia CSA - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 214
your computer. Acronyms The following acronyms may appear in this user's guide. AC alternating current BIOS basic input/output system bps bits per disc CD-ROM compact disc read-only memory CD-RW compact disc rewrite memory CMOS complementary metal-oxide semiconductor COM1 communications - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 215
read-only memory FAT file allocation table FCC Federal Communications Commission GB gigabyte HDD hard 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 216
memory Solid State Drive super video graphics adapter thin film transistor universal serial bus uniform resource locator wide area network World Wide Web Terms The following terms may appear in this user's guide use to perform tasks of a specific type. Applications include word processors, - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 217
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 the computer - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 218
processing, memory, input/output, and/or control functions. Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards. click - To press and release the 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 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 219
disk drives, and modems are examples of devices. device driver - A program (called a "driver") that permits a computer to communicate with a device. type of power usually supplied by batteries. DC flows in one direction. Compare alternating current (AC). direct memory access (DMA) - A dedicated - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 220
220 Glossary double-click - To press and release the pointing device's primary button rapidly twice - See device driver. DVD - An individual digital versatile (or video) disc. See also DVDROM. DVD-ROM (digital versatile [or video] disc read-only memory) - A very high-capacity storage medium that - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 221
can write information to the disk or read information from it. frontside bus - The primary pathway (bus) between the CPU and the computer's main memory. Also called "system bus." See also bus. function keys - The keys labeled F1 through F12, typically located on the keyboard. Their function is - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 222
of many Toshiba computers that system parameters, such as the battery save mode. (2) A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program. hot swapping that provides electronic mail, the World Wide Web, and other services. See also World Wide Web. K keyboard shortcut - A key - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 223
to the surface of the display, creating light and dark pixels. load - To move information from a storage device (such as a hard disk) into memory for processing. local area network - See LAN. logical drive - A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 224
224 Glossary N network - A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities. A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices, such as printers, with other users and to exchange electronic mail. non-interlaced - A method of refreshing a - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 225
processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs file include the file's type, size, and creation date. R RAM (random access memory) - Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 226
ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power. This type of memory is used to store your computer's BIOS, which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up. See also BIOS, memory. Compare RAM. S select - To highlight or otherwise specify text, data, or graphics - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 227
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 A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem. Utilities are often related to computer system management. W Web - See - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 228
Cards 200 audio files 137 audio features 137 B backing up files 96 battery Call2Recycle™ 127 changing 121 charge indicator light 50 charge not lasting 180 precautions 124 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 139 removing memory media 140 button power 52 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 229
/damaged data files 184 missing files/trouble accessing a drive 183 running slow batteries 126 double-click 77 DVD using 104 DVD player general problems 189 E eject button optical drive 105 eject, optical drive 105 ENERGY STAR® 39 error messages device driver conflict 176 general hardware problem - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 230
resolving 177 HDMI™ Out Port 78 headphones using 137 Help and Support Windows® operating system 176 Hibernation mode 83 configuring 87 hot key desktop 129 recycle bin 129 safety 42 installation memory module 55 installing main battery 121, 123 memory modules 54 mouse 80 Internet bookmarked site not - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 231
® keys 98 troubleshooting 180 using 97 keyboard, external 80 L light AC power 48 drive in-use indicator 105 lock computer, using 93 M main battery changing 121 installing 121, 123 removing 122 safety precautions 124 manual eject hole optical drive 105 memory adding 54 problem solving 178 removing - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 232
solving 185, 186 printing a file 103 problem solving AC power 179 accessing disk drives 172 battery charge does not last 180 battery not charging 179 changing display properties 182 checking device properties 177 computer will not power up 171 contacting Toshiba 195 corrupted/damaged data files 184 - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 233
TOSHIBA Button Support 159 TOSHIBA eco Mode Using 121 TOSHIBA eco Utility 161 TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility 152 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 156 Toshiba online resources 110 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 153 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 163 TOSHIBA SD™ Memory Card Format Utility 154 TOSHIBA Service - Toshiba Satellite L555D-S7912 | User's Guide for Satellite L550 Series - Page 234
77 using 76 traveling tips 127 troubleshooting DVD player general problems 189 external keyboard 180 keyboard 180 optical wireless networking 131 Windows® Explorer 99 Windows® operating system Help and Support 176 problem solving 174 Windows® operating system desktop 128 Windows® Start menu 99
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