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240 Glossary restart - Synonymous with reboot. To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off. See also boot. RGB (Red, Green, Blue) monitor - A monitor that reproduces all colors by mixing red, green, and blue light in various combinations. RJ11 connector - A modular connector used on most U.S. telephone systems and direct-connect modems. The RJ11 connector is a 6wire connector. RJ45 connector - An eight-wire connector used to connect a computer to a network. ROM (read-only memory) - Non-volatile memory that can be read but not written to. Non-volatile here means that information in 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 with the intent to perform some operation on it. serial - Processes that occur one at a time. In communications, it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel. On your computer, the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device. Compare parallel. shortcut - See keyboard shortcut. Sleep - A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again. software - See program. Compare hardware. solid state drive -A data storage device that utilizes solid-state memory as opposed to a hard disk (see hard disk). Much like hard disks, solid state drives hold much more information than diskettes and are used for storage of programs and data. Suspend - A feature of some Windows® operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again.

Section	Page
Satellite Pro® U500 Series User’s Guide	1
Contents	29
Introduction	37
This guide	39
Safety icons	40
Other icons used	40
Your computer’s features and specifications	41
Other documentation	41
Service options	41
Chapter 1: Getting Started	42
Selecting a place to work	42
Setting up a work environment	42
Keeping yourself comfortable	43
Precautions	43
Important information on your computer’s cooling fan	45
Setting up your computer	45
Connecting to a power source	46
Charging the main battery	48
Using the computer for the first time	49
Opening the display panel	49
Turning on the power	50
Setting up your software	51
Registering your computer with Toshiba	51
Adding optional external devices	51
Adding memory (optional)	52
Installing a memory module	52
Removing a memory module	59
Checking total memory	61
Recovering the Internal Storage Drive	62
Recovering to out-of-box state (recommended recovery method)	63
Recovering to a custom size partition	65
Recovering without changing the internal storage drive partitions	68
Creating recovery DVDs/media	70
Restoring from recovery DVDs/media	71
Erasing the Internal Storage Drive	73
Checking the internal storage drive operating status	74
Installing drivers and applications	75
Using the TouchPad™	75
Adjusting TouchPad™ settings	78
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™	79
Using external display devices	79
Connecting the display device	80
Directing the display output when you turn on the computer	81
Adjusting the quality of the external display	82
Using an external keyboard	82
Using a mouse	82
Connecting a printer	83
Setting up a printer	84
Turning off the computer	84
Options for turning off the computer	85
Using the Shut down command	87
Using and configuring Hibernation mode	89
Using and configuring Sleep mode	91
Closing the display panel	94
Customizing your computer’s settings	94
Caring for your computer	94
Cleaning the computer	94
Moving the computer	95
Using a computer lock	95
Chapter 2: Learning the Basics	96
Computing tips	96
Using the keyboard	98
Character keys	98
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard	98
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys	99
Function keys	99
Special Windows® keys	99
Overlay keys	100
Starting a program	101
Starting a program from the Start menu	101
Starting a program from Windows® Explorer	102
Starting a program using the Search programs and files field	103
Saving your work	103
Printing your work	105
Backing up your work	106
Restoring your work	107
Using the optical drive	107
Optical drive components	108
Media control buttons	109
Inserting an optical disc	109
Playing an audio CD	111
Playing optical media	111
Recording optical media	112
Removing a disc with the computer on	112
Removing a disc with the computer off	113
Caring for optical discs	113
Toshiba’s online resources	113
Chapter 3: Mobile Computing	114
Toshiba’s energy-saver design	114
Running the computer on battery power	115
Battery Notice	115
Power management	116
Using additional batteries	117
Charging batteries	117
Charging the main battery	117
Charging the RTC battery	118
Monitoring main battery power	119
Determining remaining battery power	120
What to do when the main battery runs low	121
Setting battery notifications	121
Conserving battery power	122
Power Plans	123
Using a hot key to set the Power Plan	124
Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan	125
Changing the main battery	126
Removing the battery from the computer	126
Inserting a charged battery	128
Taking care of your battery	129
Safety precautions	129
Maintaining your battery	130
Disposing of used batteries	131
Traveling tips	132
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features	133
Exploring the desktop	133
Finding your way around the desktop	134
Setting up for communications	136
Connecting your computer to a network	137
Connecting a modem to a telephone line	137
An overview of using the Internet	139
The Internet	139
The World Wide Web	139
Internet Service Providers	139
Connecting to the Internet	140
Surfing the Internet	140
Internet features	140
Uploading to, and downloading files from, the Internet	141
Exploring audio features	142
Recording sounds	142
Using external speakers or headphones	142
Using the Web Camera	143
Using an ExpressCard®	144
Inserting an ExpressCard®	144
Removing an ExpressCard®	144
Using the Memory card reader	145
Inserting memory media	146
Removing memory media	146
Using the eSATA/USB combo port	147
Chapter 5: Utilities	148
TOSHIBA Assist	149
Connect	150
Secure	151
Protect & Fix	152
Optimize	153
TOSHIBA Application Installer	154
Setting passwords	155
Using an instant password	155
Using a supervisor password	156
Using a user password	157
Deleting a user password	158
TOSHIBA Face Recognition Utility	159
TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility	160
TOSHIBA HDD Protection Utility	161
Mouse Utility	162
TOSHIBA Hardware Setup	163
USB Sleep and Charge Utility	166
Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility	166
USB Sleep and Charge	166
Enabling USB Sleep and Charge	168
Power supply mode settings	168
Battery settings	168
TOSHIBA Zooming Utility	169
TOSHIBA Button Support	170
TOSHIBA Accessibility	171
Fingerprint Authentication Utility	172
Fingerprint utility limitations	172
Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility	172
Fingerprint Logon	172
Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader	173
Fingerprint reader limitations	174
TOSHIBA eco Utility™	175
TOSHIBA Service Station	176
TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor	176
ConfigFree®	177
Getting Started	177
ConfigFree® Utilities	178
Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong	181
Problems that are easy to fix	181
Problems when you turn on the computer	182
The Windows® operating system is not working	185
Using Startup options to fix problems	186
Internet problems	187
The Windows® operating system can help you	187
Fixing a problem with Device Manager	188
Checking device properties	188
Memory problems	189
Power and the batteries	189
Keyboard problems	191
Display problems	191
Disk or storage drive problems	193
Error-checking	193
Optical drive problems (tray-type drive)	195
Sound system problems	196
ExpressCard® problems	196
ExpressCard® checklist	196
Resolving ExpressCard® problems	197
Printer problems	198
Modem problems	199
Wireless networking problems	200
DVD operating problems	201
Develop good computing habits	202
Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system	203
If you need further assistance	208
Before you contact Toshiba	208
Contacting Toshiba	208
Other Toshiba Internet Web sites	209
Toshiba’s worldwide offices	209
Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards	211
Hot Key Cards	211
Using the Hot Key Cards	212
Application Cards	213
Using the Application Cards	214
Card Case	215
Hot key functions	215
Volume Mute	216
Lock (Instant security)	217
Power plan	218
Sleep mode	219
Hibernation mode	220
Output (Display switch)	221
Display brightness	222
Disabling or enabling wireless devices	223
Disabling or enabling the TouchPad™	224
Zoom (Display resolution)	225
Keyboard hot key functions	226
Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors	227
Glossary	228