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Toshiba NB500 Laptop User Manual

1. 1 Battery lock 2 Battery release latch 3 Speakers 4 Memory module slot Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased Battery lock Battery release latch Speaker Memory module slot Slide the battery lock to release the battery pack ready for removal Slide and hold this latch into its Unlock position in order to release the battery pack for removal For more detailed information on removing the battery pack please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes Some models are equipped with a speaker on the underside of the computer The speaker emits sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system The memory module slot allows for the installation replacement and removal of additional memory module 1 GB or 2 GB memory modules can be installed in the computer s memory slot The actual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules Refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics User s Manual 2 7 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Seri ies Front with the display open This section shows the computer with the display panel open In order to open the display lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you Figure 2 6 The front of th
2. Albania Australia Austria Azerbaijan Argentina Bahrain Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Bulgaria Canada Cambodia Herzegovina Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Montenegro Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Panama Pakistan Papua New Paraguay Peru Guinea Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden User s Manual D 9 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey UAE UK Ukraine USA Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zimbabwe Approved Countries Regions for the Realtek RTL8191SE Wireless LAN 802 11n PCI E NIC b g n Wireless LAN This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed in the table below E An ad hoc mode is not available in 802 11n mode E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 E Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1
3. However determining which mode is suitable for your USB device is unknown without trying Try each mode using the following procedure User s Manual 4 8 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series from Typical Mode to Alternate Mode 1 to find the suitable mode for your USB device to charge This function may not be able to be used with some connected external devices even if the appropriate mode is selected In this situation clear the Enable Sleep and Charge check box and stop using this function 1 Some computers may not support all modes Enabling Sleep and Music You can enable Sleep and Music by selecting the Enable Sleep and Music check box and clicking the Apply button Battery Settings This utility can be used to specify the lower limit of remaining battery life for Sleep and Charge Move the slider bar to specify the lower limit If the remaining battery life falls below the setting the Sleep and Charge function will be stopped Password Utility The password utility allows you to maintain an additional level of security and provides two levels of password security User and Supervisor o T Passwords set in TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility are different from the Windows login password User Password To start the utility point to or click the following items Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt TOSHIBA Assist gt SECURE gt User password E Registered
4. Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid In order to define these settings you can follow the steps as described below 1 Click Start and click the Control Panel 2 Click System and Security and click Power Options 3 Click Choose what the power buttons do or Choose what closing the lid does 4 Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for When press the power button and When close the lid 5 Click the Save changes button Data save in Hibernation Mode When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode the computer will take a moment to save the current data in memory to the hard disk drive During this time the Hard Disk Drive Memory media slot indicator will glow After you turn off the computer and the content of memory has been saved to the hard disk drive turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the computer for example if E You change certain computer settings E An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands If you need to restart the computer there are three ways this can be achieved E Click Start point to the arrow icon and then select Restart from the menu E Press CTRL
5. Click to register a password of up to 8 characters After a password is set you will be prompted to enter it when you start the computer E Not Registered Click to delete a registered password Before you can delete a password you must first enter the current password correctly E Owner String text box You can use this box to associate text with the password After you enter text click Apply or OK then each time the computer is switched on this text will be displayed along with the prompt for the password Supervisor Password If you set a supervisor password some functions will be restricted when a user logs on with the user password To set a supervisor password Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt TOSHIBA Assist User s Manual 4 9 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series gt SECURE gt Supervisor password This utility lets you do the following E Register or delete the supervisor password E Specify restrictions for general users Starting the computer by password To start up the computer with the user password follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 1 Getting Started The following message will appear in the screen Enter Password At this point the hotkeys FN F1 to F12 do not work They will function after you enter the password 2 Enter the Password 3 Press ENTER If you enter the password incorrectly thre
6. SDHC 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB User s Manual 3 15 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Memory media format New media cards are formatted according to specific standards If you wish to reformat a media card be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards Formatting an SD SDHC memory card SD SDHC memory cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards If you reformat an SD SDHC memory card be sure to reformat it with a device such as digital camera or digital audio player that uses the SD SDHC memory cards not with the format command provided within Windows Should you need to format all areas of the memory card including the protected area you will need to obtain an appropriate application that applies the copy protection system Media care Observe the following precautions when handling the card Card care E Do not twist or bend cards E Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid E Do not touch the metal part of a card or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty After using card return it to its case E The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way Do not try to force the card into the slot E Donotleave a card partially inserted in the slot Press the card until you hear it click into place Memory card care e Set the write protect switch to the lock position if you do not want to re
7. 6 11 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Problem cannot use the Sleep and Charge function The battery depletes quickly even when turned OFF the power of the computer External devices connected to the compatible ports do not work when connected to a compatible port Procedure Sleep and Charge function may be disabled Select the Enable Sleep and Charge check box in the TOSHIBA Sleep utility to enable this function When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to the compatible port USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons When this happens disconnect an external device if some external devices are connected After that turn the power of the computer ON OFF to restore the function If this function can not be still used even if only one external device is connected stop using the external device because its current is over the acceptable value of this computer Some external devices may not be able to use the Sleep and Charge function In this case please try one or more of the following methods HM Select another mode E Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected E Connect external devices after turning OFF of the computer If this function can not be still used change the setting to disable the function and stop using this function If Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge du
8. ALT and DEL simultaneously once to display the menu window then select Restart from the Shut down options E Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds Once the computer has turned itself off wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button User s Manual NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of the computer it is recommended that you become familiar with each before you operate the computer Legal Footnote Non applicable Icons For more information regarding Non applicable Icons please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C o T Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer s front with its display panel in the closed position Figure 2 1 Front of the computer with display panel closed 1 Memory media slot 4 Hard Disk Drive Memory media slot indicator 2 DC IN Battery indicator 5 Wireless communication Wireless WAN indicator 3 Power indicator User s Manual 2 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 9 Memory media slot DC IN Battery indicator Power indicator Hard Disk Drive Memory media slot indicator Wireless communication Wirel ess WAN indicator This slot lets you insert an S
9. NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series IEEE VO IRQ KB LAN LCD LED MB MMC OCR PC PCI RAM RGB ROM RTC S P DIF SD SDHC SDRAM SLI SSD TFT USB UXGA VGA WAN WSXGA WSXGA WUXGA WXGA WXGA XGA Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers input output interrupt request kilobyte local area network liquid crystal display light emitting diode megabyte multi media card optical character recognition reader personal computer peripheral component interconnect random access memory red green and blue read only memory real time clock Sony Philips Digital Interface Format Secure Digital Secure Digital High Capacity synchronous dynamic random access memory Scalable Link Interface Solid state drive thin film transistor Universal Serial Bus ultra extended graphics array video graphics array wide area network wide super extended graphics array wide super extended graphics array plus Wide Ultra Extended Graphics Array wide extended graphics array wide extended graphics array plus extended graphics array User s Manual Glossary 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series A AC adaptor additional 3 26 connecting 1 3 DC IN 15V jack 2 3 ASCII characters 3 7 Battery charging 5 4 extending life 5 7 indicator 5 2 monitoring capacity 5 5 real time clock 2 11 5 3 save mode 4 6 types 5 3 Battery pack 2 6 addit
10. f Pb Hg Cd The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd defined in the Battery Directive 2006 66 EC then the chemical symbols for lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol By participating in separate collection of batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product These symbols may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased Disposing of the computer and the computer s batteries E Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations For further information contact your local government This computer contains rechargeable batteries After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under certain applicable laws and regulation it may be illegal to dispose of
11. identification of communication problems and allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch between different locations and communication networks To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt ConfigFree This PC is equipped with eco mode This mode slightly lowers performance of some devices to reduce electric power consumption You can realize measurable power savings by using it continuously TOSHIBA eco Utility helps you monitor your power savings by showing approximate real time power consumption Furthermore it shows approximate accumulated power consumption and approximate accumulated power savings when using eco mode daily weekly and monthly You can track power savings by using eco mode continuously You can create CDs and DVDs in a number of formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard CD player and data CD DVDs which can store copies of the files and folders on your computer s hard disk drive This software can be used on models with a CD R RW drive DVD ROM drive or DVD Super Multi drive To start this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt Disc Creator This utility has the function of Physical Format and Write Protect to DVD RAM This utility is contained the setup module of TOSHIBA Disc Creator To start this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt DVD RAM Utilit
12. s Manual 6 10 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Problem The on screen pointer moves too fast or too slow The on screen pointer moves erratically USB device Procedure In this instance you should initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the pointer speed as required and click OK The elements of the mouse responsible for detecting movement might be dirty please refer to the documentation supplied with the mouse for instructions on how to clean it If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your USB device Problem USB device does not work Procedure Remove the USB device from the computer and then reconnect it to a free port in order to ensure it is firmly attached Ensure that any required USB device drivers are properly installed to achieve this you should refer to both the device documentation and the operating system documentation Sleep and Charge function For more information and settings please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility section in Chapter 4 Utilites amp Advanced Usage User s Manual
13. 3 4 Output 3 5 Power Plan 3 5 Sleep 3 5 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility en large 3 5 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility re duce 3 5 Touch Pad 3 5 Wireless 3 5 Zoom 3 5 HW Setup accessing 4 10 Boot priority 4 12 display 4 12 general 4 11 keyboard 4 13 LAN 4 13 SATA 4 14 USB 4 14 window 4 10 K Keyboard 3 2 FN Sticky key 3 6 Function keys F1 F12 3 3 Hot key functions 3 4 problems 6 7 Windows special keys 3 6 Keypad overlay 4 5 Arrow mode 3 6 Numeric mode 3 6 temporarily using normal key board overlay on 3 6 temporarily using overlay over lay off 3 7 turning on the overlays 3 6 L LAN 3 12 cable types 3 13 connecting 3 13 jack 2 3 problems 6 14 Media care Card care 3 16 Memory card care 3 16 Memory additional 3 26 installing 3 19 removing 3 21 memory media card inserting 3 17 removing 3 18 Memory media slot 2 2 Moving the computer 3 31 MultiMediaCard 3 14 inserting 3 17 removing 3 18 P Password power on 4 5 Starting the computer by 4 10 Supervisor 4 9 user 4 9 Pointing Device Touch Pad 2 10 Touch Pad control buttons 2 10 using 3 1 Power conditions 5 1 Hibernation Mode 1 9 User s Manual Index 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series indicators 5 2 panel on off 4 6 5 9 Shut Down mode Boot Mode 1 7 Sleep Mode 1 7 System Auto Off 5 9 turning off 1 7 turning on 1 6 Problems AC power 6 4 Analyzin
14. DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general safety precaution avoid touching any metal parts E Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface furniture or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the computer base and AC adaptor s surface increase in temperature during normal use E Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that is resistant to heat damage Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions User s Manual 1 3 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Figure 1 1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 2 pin plug o T Either a 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor cord will be included with the computer depending on the model 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the left of the computer Figure 1 3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer 1 DC IN 19V jack 2 DC output plug User s Manual 1 4 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet the DC IN Battery indicator on the front of the computer should glow Opening the display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing While holding down the palm rest with one han
15. DVD RW to CD R or CD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to back up a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW disc that was made with other software on a different optical media recorder If you add data to a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD R or DVD R Double Layer disc that you have already recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances For example it cannot be read under 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me while in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later and in Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 In addition to this some DVD ROM and DVD ROM CD R RW drives cannot read this added data regardless of the operating system TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD RAM discs to achieve this you should use Windows Explorer or another similar utility When you back up a DVD disc be sure that the source drive supports recording to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media if this is not the case then the source disc might not be backed up correctly When you back up a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW disc be sure to use the same type of disc You cannot partially delete an
16. In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400MHz to 2 483 5MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Important notice The frequency bandwidth of this equipment may operate within the same range as industrial devices scientific devices medical devices microwave ovens licensed radio stations and non licensed specified low power radio stations for mobile object identification systems RFID used in factory production lines Other Radio Stations 1 Before using this equipment ensure that it does not interfere with any of the equipment listed above 2 If this equipment causes RF interference to other radio stations promptly change the frequency being used change the location of use or turn off the source of emissions 3 Contact an authorized TOSHIBA service provider if you have problems with interference caused by this product to Other Radio Stations User s Manual D 6 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 2 Indication for Wireless LAN The indication shown below appears on this equipment MOG i oe 2 ADS OF 4 SS 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4GHz DS This equipment uses DS SS modulation OF This equipment uses OFDM modulation 4 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m Ml a eC This equipment uses a fre
17. NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series LAN cable types The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher You cannot use a CATS cable If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect with a CAT3 or higher cable Connecting the LAN cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps as detailed below E Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable The AC adaptor must remain connected during LAN use If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN the system may hang up E Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur E Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is connected to the LAN jack Otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place Figure 3 4 Connecting the LAN cable 1 LAN cable 2 LAN jack User s Manual 3 13 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Seri
18. Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode while files are being copied doing so may cause data to be lost User s Manual 3 17 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Removing a memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices To remove a memory media follow the steps as detailed below 1 2 3 Open the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the Windows Taskbar Point to memory media and click the left Touch Pad control button Grasp the media and remove it Make sure the Memory Media slot indicator is out before you remove the memory media or turn off the computer s power If you remove the memory media or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the memory media you may lose data or damage the media Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode The computer could become unstable or data in the memory media could be lost Additional memory module You can replace with an additional memory into the computer in order to increase the amount of system memory that is available This section describes how to install and remove optional memory modules 1 a You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent the computer s lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you are installing replacing the memory module In this instance you should avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static elect
19. System Media Access HM CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Protocol Acknowledgment ACK Radio Characteristics Radio Characteristics of Wireless LAN module may vary according to E Country region where the product was purchased E Type of product User s Manual 3 10 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4GHz and 5GHz band local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to the use of wireless communication equipment Radio Frequency E Band 5GHz 5150 5850 MHz Revision a and n E Band 2 4GHz 2400 2483 5 MHz Revision b g and n The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wireless communication Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances E The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials E Range is also impacted due to obstacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal Bluetooth wireless technology Some computers in this series have Bluetooth wireless communication function which eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers printers and mobile phones When it is enabled Bluetooth provides the wireless personal are
20. access point design and configuration client design and software hardware configurations The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as specified under the appropriate standard the actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Setting 1 Please make sure that the Wireless Communication function is on 2 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center 3 Click Set up a new connection or network 4 Follow the wizard You will need the name of the wireless network together with security settings Consult the documentation accompanied with your router or ask your wireless network administrator for the settings Security E TOSHIBA strongly recommend that you enable encryption functionality otherwise your computer will be open to illegal access by an outsider using a wireless connection If this occurs the outsider may illegally access your system eavesdrop or cause the loss or destruction of stored data TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof Card Specifications Form Factor PCI Express Mini Card Compatibility E JEEE 802 11 Standard for Wireless LANs E Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Network Operating Microsoft Windows Networking
21. and the processor operation returned to its standard speed If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the computer automatically shuts down to prevent any damage In this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost User s Manual 3 31 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Chapter 4 Utilities amp Advanced Usage This chapter describes the utlities and special features in this computer and the advanced usage of some utilites Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre installed utilities that come with the computer and details how to start them For further information on their operation you may refer to each utility s online manual help files or README TXT file if applicable TOSHIBA Power TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the Saver features of more various power supply managements TOSHIBA Zooming This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon Utility size on the Windows Desktop or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications User s Manual 4 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series e TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Flash Cards HW Setup TOSHIBA Accessibility Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer s built in hardware devices to b
22. can help prevent problems from occurring in the first place Problem solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines E Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists as taking further action may result in data loss or damage or you may destroy valuable problem related information that can help solve the problem E Observe what is happening write down what the system is doing and what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using the computer s PRTSC key Please also be aware that the questions and procedures described in this chapter are meant only as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques In reality many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from your reseller dealer or service provider if you find you need to consult others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible Preliminary checklist You should always consider the simplest solution first the items detailed in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem E Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer this includes your printer and any other external device you are using E Before you attach an external device you should first turn the computer off then when you turn the computer back on again i
23. cannot confirm the compatibility between any computing products and or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth other than TOSHIBA notebook computers Release Notes related to the Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA 1 Fax application software Please be aware that there is some fax application software that you cannot use on this Bluetooth Stack 2 Multi user considerations The use of Bluetooth is not supported in a multi user environment This means that when you use Bluetooth other users that are logged into the same computer will not be able to use this type of functionality Product Support The latest information regarding operating system support language support or available upgrades can be found on our web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or www pcsupport toshiba com in the United States The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX This section describes how to connect disconnect to a LAN Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled E The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature E The Link speed 10 100 megabits per second changes automatically depending on the network conditions connected device cable or noise and so on User s Manual 3 12
24. connectors may cause memory access problems I E Align the grooves along the edges of the memory module with the locking tabs on the connector and insert the module into the connector firmly if you find it difficult to install the memory module gently prise the locking tabs outwards using the tip of your finger Please also ensure that you hold the memory module along its left and right hand edges the edges with the grooves in 8 Seatthe memory module cover in place and secure it with the screws o J Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed User s Manual 3 20 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Figure 3 9 Seating the memory module cover 1 Screws 2 Memory module cover 9 Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes if required 10 Turn your computer over 11 Turn the computer on and make sure the added memory is recognized to confirmed it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System icon Removing a memory module To remove the memory module follow the steps as detailed below 1 Shut down the computer make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started if required Remove the AC ad
25. fingertip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go Figure 3 1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons 1 Touch Pad 2 Touch Pad control buttons The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a standard mouse press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using Il You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button on a standard mouse Click Tap once Double click Tap twice Drag and drop Tap to select the item s you want to move leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and then move the item s to their new destination User s Manual 3 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Touch pad gesture Please refer to the touch pad settings in mouse properties The Keyboard The computer s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104 105 key enhanced keyboard by pressing some keys in combination all of the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard functions can be performed on the computer Figure 3 2 The keypad m alll ME F i i EA Ed EA i Se E e We Miao E E ees lt a W
26. from the computer E Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Replacing the battery pack Please be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and discharging and will need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operating life In addition to this you might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source for an extended period of time This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack and begins with the removal process which is detailed through the following steps E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it could be lost E n Hibernation Mode data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive Memory media slot indicator to go out User s Manual 5 7 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series E Donot touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries Removing the battery pack To remove a discharged battery follow the steps as detailed below 1 Save your work 2 Turn the computer
27. in the table below E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 H Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1 Ch13 As of Oct 2010 Albania Algeria Angola Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Botswana Brazil Bulgaria Herzegovina Burkina Faso Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Central African Chile China Republic User s Manual D 14 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Colombia Comoros Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Democratic Republic Denmark of the Congo Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Georgia Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Ivory Coast Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Lybia Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Malta Mauritius Mexico Monaco Montenegro Morocco Mozambique Namibia Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Republic of Chad Republic of Djibouti Republic of The Reunion Romania Gambia Rwanda Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Sierra Leone Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Swaz
28. in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions E The battery has not been used for a long time E The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for a long time E A cool battery is installed in a warm computer In such cases you should follow the steps as detailed below 1 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the system automatically turns itself off 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power 3 Charge the battery until the DC IN Battery indicator glows green Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored using the following methods E Clicking the battery icon on the Taskbar E Via the Battery Status in the Windows Mobility Center window User s Manual 5 5 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series y E You should wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer I before trying to monitor the remaining operating time This is because the computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and then calculate the remaining operating time based on this together with the current power consumption E Please be aware that the actual remaining operating time may differ slightly from the calculated time E With repeate
29. jack There is also no sound from the headphone E When Sleep and Music is enabled it is possible to play sound from the computer s speaker by connecting an audio cable to the Microphone jack Using this feature discharges the computer s battery Therefore it is recommended that the computer be connected to an external power source via the AC Adaptor E When using the Sleep and Music feature connect the computer and Audio device with an audio cable E When using the Sleep and Music feature the volume level can not be changed from the computer E The volume adjustment and mute setting might be different between Windows mode and Sleep and Music mode Before connecting the audio device to the computer turn down the volume of the audio device Sound quality may also be different E Use the Sleep and Music feature with the display open Starting the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility To start the utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Sleep Utility Enabling Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disable the Sleep and Charge function Select the Enable Sleep and Charge check box to enable this function for the compatible USB ports The default state is disabled Power supply mode settings Your PC has multiple charging modes so that many different USB devices can be supported for Sleep and Charge function Typical Mode Default is suitable for a wide range of digital audio players
30. keyboard these keys function differently from other keys i i ie ie in e ie al F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and when used in combination with the FN key those keys marked with icons also execute specific functions on the computer Soft keys FN key combinations The FN function is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys Soft keys are key combinations that enable disable or configure specific features Please note that some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations and that the soft key settings are not restored when the computer returns from Sleep Mode This computer s keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 104 key enhanced keyboard Since the keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard The FN key can be combined with the following keys to simulate functions similar to those of keys on the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard which are not on this computer s keyboard User s Manual 3 3 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series E Press FN F10 or FN F11 to access the computer s integrated keypad When activated the keys with grey markings on their bottom edge become either numeric keypad keys FN F11 or cursor control keys FN F10 Please ref
31. not charge to its full as long as expected potential in these instances you should fully discharge the battery and then attempt to charge it again Check the Power saver option under Select a power plan in the Power Options User s Manual 6 6 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Real Time Clock Problem Procedure The following The charge in the Real Time Clock RTC battery message is has run out you will need to set the date and time Displayed on the in the BIOS setup application by using the following screen steps ERROR 0271 Check 1 Turn on the computer date and time 2 Press the F2 key when the TOSHIBA Leading settings Innovation gt gt gt screen appears the BIOS eee setup application will load sc earn bad 3 Set the date in the System Date field Default 4 Set the time in the System Time field configuration used 5 Press F10 a confirmation message will be Press lt F1 gt to displayed bial lt F2 gt to 6 Press the ENTER key the BIOS setup P application will end and the computer will restart Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and configuration of the computer please refer to the section The Keyboard in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further information Problem Procedure Some letter keys Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not produce numbers activated press the FN F11 hot key and try typing again Output to screen is Please refer to y
32. old batteries by placing them in the trash Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly User s Manual NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series REACH Compliance Statement The new European Union EU chemical regulation REACH Registration Evaluation Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals entered into force on 1 June 2007 Toshiba will meet all REACH requirements and is committed to provide our customers with information about the chemical substances in our products according to REACH regulation Please consult the following website www toshiba europe com computers info reach for information about the presence in our articles of substances included on the candidate list according to article 59 1 of Regulation EC No 1907 2006 REACH in a concentration above 0 1 weight by weight Following information is only for Turkey E Compliant with EEE Regulations Toshiba meets all requirements of Turkish regulation 26891 Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment E The number of possible pixel failures of your display is defined according to ISO 13406 2 standards If the number of pixel failures is less than this standard they will not be counted as defect or failure E Battery is a consumption product since the battery
33. printer attached print a copy of the screen using the PRTSC key and if possible look up the messages in the documentation included with the computer software or operating system E Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached as loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals E Do any indicators light if so which ones what color are they and do they stay on or blink Write down what you see E Do you hear any beeps if so how many are they long or short and are they high pitched or low pitched In addition is the computer making any unusual noises Write down what you hear Record your observations so you can describe them in detail to your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 6 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Software The problems may be caused by your software or disk If you cannot load a software package the media may be damaged or the program might be corrupted in these instances try loading another copy of the software if possible If an error message appears while you are using a software package you should refer to the documentation supplied with it as this will usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next you should check any error messages against the operating system documentation Hardware If you cannot find a software problem you should then check the setup and configuration of your hardware Fi
34. sun E Do not touch or press strongly on the web camera lens Doing so may reduce image quality Use an eyeglass cleaner cleaner cloth or other soft cloth to clean the lens if it becomes dirty E When recording in dimly lit environments select Night Mode which allows for brighter images with less noise Microphone Display screen A built in microphone allows you to import and record sounds for your application please refer to the Sound System section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for more information 25 7cm 10 1 LCD screen with the following resolution E HD 1024 horizontal x 600 vertical pixels Please be aware that when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power This difference in brightness levels is intended to save power when operating on batteries User s Manual 2 9 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Legal Footnote LCD For more information regarding LCD please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Power button Press this button to turn the computer s power on and off LCD Sensor switch This switch senses when the display panel is either closed or opened and activates the Panel Power Off On feature as appropriate For example when you close the display panel the computer enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down and then when you next o
35. the Allow the device to wake the computer check box within the LAN Device properties This feature does not effect the Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation Power will be automatically turned on when a signal is received from an administrator s computer which is connected via a network The following settings can be changed when the Built in LAN is Enabled Connect the AC adaptor when using the Wake up on LAN function The battery retention time will be shorter than the times listed in this manual when this function is enabled Refer to the Retaining data with power off section in chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN from shutdown Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN from shutdown Default Built in LAN This feature enables or disables the Built in LAN Enabled Enables Built in LAN functions Default Disabled Disables Built in LAN functions USB Legacy USB Support Use this option to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the Legacy USB Support item to enabled Enabled Enables the USB Legacy Emulation Default Disabled Disabled Disables the USB Legacy Emulation SATA SATA Interface setting This feature allows you to set SATA interface setting Performance Let HDD work with maximum performance Default Battery life Let HDD work with battery life mode If this setting is selected th
36. the FN ESC key be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before starting the restore process Please refer to The Keyboard in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Load the Recovery Media into the external ODD or insert the recovery USB Flash Memory into one available USB port 2 Turn off the computer s power 3 While holding down F12 key on the keyboard turn on your computer when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt logo screen appears release the F12 key 4 Use the up and down cursor key to select the appropriate option from the menu according to your actual recovery media Please refer to the Boot Priority section for further information 5 A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions When drivers utilities are installed you can setup the respective drivers utilities from the following place To open the setup files Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Applications and Drivers If you have previously chosen to remove the recovery partition and are trying to create Recovery Media you will see the following message The Recovery Media Creator can not be launched because there is no recovery partition When ther
37. time of publication Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power After going through many charge and discharge cycles the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is a normal phenomenon for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see the accessories information that is shipped with your computer Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity 1 Gigabyte GB means 10 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The computer operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 2 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore shows less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Operating System and or pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary User s Manual C 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series LCD Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Graphics Processor Unit GPU Graphics processor unit
38. time depends on the usage of your computer If the battery can not be charged at all then it is a defect or failure The changes in battery time is not a defect or failure User s Manual xi NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Preface Congratulations on your purchase of this computer This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability includes multimedia functionality and is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This manual tells how to set up and begin using your computer It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example ENTER identifies the ENTER key Key operation Some operations re
39. under certain conditions Feedback occurs when sound from the speaker is picked up in the microphone and amplified back to the speaker which amplifies it again to the microphone This feedback occurs repeatedly and causes a very loud high pitched noise It is a common phenomenon that occurs in any sound system when the microphone input is output to the speaker throughput and the speaker volume is too loud or too close to the microphone You can control throughput by adjusting the volume of your speaker or through the Mute function in the Master Volume panel Refer to your Windows documentation for details on using the Master Volume panel User s Manual 3 29 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Video mode Video mode settings are configured via the Screen Resolution dialog To open the Screen Resolution dialog click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Change display settings o J If you are running some applications for example a 3D application or video playback and so on you may see some disturbance flickering or frame dropping on your screen If that occurs adjust the resolution of display lowering it until the screen is displayed properly Disabling Windows Aero may also help correct this issue Computer Handling This section explains computer handling and maintenance Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the com
40. 00 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Dolby Advanced Audio This function is supported with some models Dolby Advanced Audio provides a stunning listening experience from any pair of speakers or headphones Adding a new level of realism to movies music and games this is the quality audio customers have been missing from your computers Dolby Advanced Audio includes E High Frequency Enhancer Analyzes and restores high frequencies lost during encoding Works on any speaker for a higher level of audio than was previously possible E Audio Optimization Corrects common audio problems caused by laptop limitations for a better entertainment experience E Natural Bass Extends the bass response of any speakers by up to an octave E Dolby Headphone Enables personal surround sound using any set of headphones To access Dolby Advanced Audio function follow the steps as detailed below 1 Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar and select Playback devices from the sub menu 2 Select Speakers and click Properties 3 Click the Dolby tab Notes on Using Microphone You can use the built in or an external microphone that connects to the microphone jack to record monaural sounds into your applications It can also be used to issue voice commands to applications that support such functions built in microphone is provided with some models Since your computer has a microphone and speaker feedback may be heard
41. B500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs E Atleast once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn off the computer s power 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer s power if it does not turn on then go to Step 4 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If you find that the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged however if the DC IN Battery indicator flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery condition go to Step 4 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power The DC IN Battery indicator should glow green and the Battery indicator should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged however in the event that DC IN Battery indicator does not glow this indicates that power is not being supplied check the connections for the AC adaptor and the power cord 5 Charge the battery pack until the DC IN Battery indicator glows green E If you have extra battery packs rotate their use E Ifyou will not be using the system for an extended period for example for more than one month remove the battery pack
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43. Canadian Department of Communications DOC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causng Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du R glement sur le mat riel brouileur du Canada Following information is only valid for EU member States Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product They will be separated at the recycling centres The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the E market after August 13 2005 By participating in separate collection of products and batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product User s Manual ix NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Disposal of batteries and or accumulators It
44. Ch13 As of Oct 2010 Albania Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Herzegovina Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Mozambique Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar User s Manual NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Romania Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey UAE UK Ukraine USA Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Zimbabwe Approved Countries Regions for the Intel Centrino Advanced N 6200 AGN a b g n Wireless LAN This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table A Do not use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed in the table below E An ad hoc mode is not available in 802 11a and 802 11n mode E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 E Available channel at connection w
45. D SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card and MultiMediaCard Refer to the Optional devices section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for more information The DC IN Battery indicator shows the condition of the DC IN and the battery s charge green indicates the battery is fully charged while the power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor Please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes for more information on this feature The Power indicator normally glows green when the computer is turned on However if you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode this indicator will flash amber approximately two seconds on two seconds off both while the system is shutting down and while it remains turned off The Hard Disk Drive Memory media slot indicator glows green whenever the computer is accessing the built in hard disk drive or memory media slot The Wireless communication Wireless WAN indicator blinks amber when the Bluetooth Wireless LAN and Wireless WAN functions are turned on Only some models are equipped with Bluetooth and Wireless LAN functions Some models are euipped with a Wireless WAN module User s Manual 2 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Left side oe DC IN 19V a The following figures show the computer s left side Figure 2 2 The left side of the computer 1 Security lock slot 6 Universal Serial Bus U
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47. GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configuration applications power management settings and features utilized GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode Total Available Graphics Memory is the total of as applicable Dedicated Video Memory System Video Memory and Shared System Memory Shared System Memory will vary depending on system memory size and other factors Wireless LAN The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Copy Protection Applicable copy protection standards included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media User s Manual C 3 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Appendix D Information for Wireless Devices Wireless LAN Interoperability The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM radio technology and is compliant to E The IEEE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision a b g n or b g n as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Ele
48. Manual 6 3 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 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 AC adaptor check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device such as a lamp Verify that the computer is on by looking at the ON OFF indicator If the indicator is glowing the computer is on Also try turning the computer off and then on If you are using an AC adaptor verify that the computer is receiving power from the external power source by looking at the AC power light If the indicator is glowing the computer is connected to a live external power source Hardware and system checklist This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas E Power E USB device E Keyboard E Sound system E Internal display panel External monitor E Hard disk drive E LAN E Memory media card E Wireless LAN E Touch Pad E Bluetooth Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC power outlet the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer also has a number of other power resources including an intelligent power supply and a Real Time Clock RTC battery all of which are interrelated with any one having the ability to produce apparent power
49. SB 2 0 port 2 DC IN 19V jack 7 Microphone jack 3 LAN jack 8 Headphone jack 4 Cooling vents 9 HDMI out port 5 External monitor port Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased Security lock slot A security cable can be attached to this slot and then connected to a desk or other large object in order to deter theft of the computer DC IN 19V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and charge its internal batteries Please note that you should only use the model of AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adaptor has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX Refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics for details User s Manual 2 3 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series J E Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack It could cause damage or malfunction E Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply It could cause damage or malfunction Cooling vents The cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating External monitor port This port provides 15 pin analog VGA port This port allows you to connect an external monitor to the computer Some models are equipped with an external mo
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51. a network environment which is safe and trustworthy that is quick and easy You cannot use the computer s built in Bluetooth functions and an external Bluetooth adaptor simultaneously For reference Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operate in the 2 4GHz band which is license free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world Radio links You can easily establish links between two or more devices with these links being maintained even if the devices are not within a line of sight of each other Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security E Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message E Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy User s Manual 3 11 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 1 LAN Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following operating systems E Windows 7 Information regarding the use of this software with these operating systems is listed below with further details being contained with the electronic help files supplied with the software This Bluetooth Stack is based on the Bluetooth Version 1 1 1 2 2 0 EDR 2 1 EDR 3 0 HS specification depending on the model you purchased However TOSHIBA
52. adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer 3 Close the display panel 4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes if required 5 Loosen the screws securing the memory module cover in place please note that the screws are attached to the cover in order to prevent them from being lost J Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver 6 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off Figure 3 7 Removing the memory module cover 1 Screws 2 Memory module cover 7 Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place User s Manual 3 19 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Figure 3 8 Seating the memory module 1 Notch 2 Slot mM E Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury E Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the
53. aptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer Close the display panel Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack Loosen the screws securing the memory module cover in place please note that the screws are attached to the cover in order to prevent them from being lost Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off Push the latches away from the module in order to release it a spring will force one end of the module up at an angle Grasp the module by its edges and remove it from the computer If you use the computer for a long time the memory modules and the circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot In this case let them cool to room temperature before you replace them Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them User s Manual 3 21 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Figure 3 10 Removing the memory module 1 Latches 9 Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with the screw Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed 10 Install the battery pack 11 Turn your computer over User s Manual 3 22 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series External monitor Some
54. ation Mode or shutdown state To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Sleep Utility Bulletin Board is a convenient place to pin things to visually organize in a fun and creative way Simply drag and drop your favorite pictures files or notes to pin them on the Board You can use it to create thumbnail shortcuts reminders to do list and so on according to your personal style To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt TOSHIBA Bulletin Board This application is a graphical history indexing tool that enables you to view recently accessed files in a fun and easy to use format View and scroll through your history of opened or imported files via thumbnails in an intuitive user interface To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt TOSHIBA ReelTime User s Manual 4 4 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series TOSHIBA Media Controller Special features This application allows you to control your music pictures and videos by streaming content to any compatible device in your home To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt TOSHIBA Media Controller gt TOSHIBA Media Controller For more information please refer to the TOSHIBA Media Controller Help The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer
55. autions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual Provide adequate ventilation Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet even if your computer is in Sleep Mode In this condition observe the following M Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object E Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as anelectric blanket or heater E Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer E Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents E Always provide sufficient space around the computer E Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in serious injury Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other
56. ber D090743003 Realtek RTL8188CE Wireless LAN 802 11n PCI E NIC b g n Wireless LAN The Name of the radio equipment RTL8188CE Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunications Equipment Approval Number D100075001 Broadcom 802 11n Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN and Bluetooth The Name of the radio equipment BCM94313HMGB DSP Research Inc Approval Number D091214003 Atheros AR9002WB 1NG Wireless Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN and Bluetooth The Name of the radio equipment AR5B195 DSP Research Inc Approval Number D091014003 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device When using the wireless device in any country or region refer to the section Approved Countries Regions for use in the online manual User s Manual D 8 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Radio approvals for wireless devices Approved Countries Regions for the Atheros AR9285 Wireless Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed in the table below E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 E Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1 Ch13 As of Oct 2010
57. channel limitations apply for outdoor usage The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies for outdoor use as listed above the user must contact the applicable national spectrum regulator to request a license for outdoor operation User s Manual D 4 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation Refer to the FCC information section for the detailed information Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Wireless device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Wireless device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for h
58. cord data E Memory cards have a limited lifespan so it is important to backup important data E Donotwrite to a card if the battery power is low Low power could affect writing accuracy E Do not remove a card while read write is in progress For more details on using memory cards see manuals accompanying the cards User s Manual 3 16 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series About the write protect The following memory media have a function for protect E SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card Set the write protect switch to the lock position if you do not want to record data Inserting a memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices To insert a memory media follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the memory media so that the contacts metal areas are face down 2 Insert the memory media into the memory media slot on the front of the computer 3 Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made Figure 3 6 Inserting a memory media 1 Memory media slot 2 Memory media E Make sure memory media is oriented properly before you insert it If you insert the media in wrong direction you may not be able to remove it E When inserting memory media do not touch the metal contacts You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data E Do not turn the computer off or switch to
59. ctor HDMI cable HDMI cable can send video and audio signals In addition to this it can send and receive control signals Some models are equipped with an HDMI out port Right side The following figure shows the computer s right side Figure 2 3 The right side of the computer Se q 1 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 port A gt Universal Serial Bus Two Universal Serial Bus ports which complies to USB 2 0 port the USB 2 0 standard are provided on the right hand side of the computer User s Manual 2 5 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Back The following figure shows the computer s back Figure 2 4 The back of the computer 1 Battery pack Battery pack The rechargeable lithium ion battery pack provides power to the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected For more detailed information on the use and operation of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes Legal Footnote Battery Life For more information regarding Battery Life please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Underside The following figure shows the underside of the computer You should ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage User s Manual 2 6 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Figure 2 5 The underside of the computer
60. ctronics Engineers E The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to E Bluetooth Specification Ver 3 0 HS or Ver 2 1 EDR depending on the model you purchased as defined and approved by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group E Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by the Bluetooth Special interest Group User s Manual D 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series CAUTION about Wireless Devices The wireless devices have not completed verification of connection and operation with all devices which are using the Wireless LAN or Bluetooth radio technology Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance 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 visit http vww pc support global toshiba com if you have an
61. d discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease In view of this it will be noted that an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged Maximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge while how long the charge lasts in a battery depends on Processor speed Screen brightness System Sleep Mode System Hibernation Mode Display power off period Hard disk drive power off period How often and for how long you use the hard disk drive and external disk c drives for example optical disc and floppy diskette drive How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices such as a USB device to which the battery supplies power E Whether you enable Sleep Mode which can conserve battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on E Where you store your programs and data Whether you close the display panel when you are not using the keyboard closing the display saves power H The environmental temperature operating time decreases at low temperatures H The condition of the battery terminals you should always ensure the terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack Retaining data with power off Refer to User Information Guide about Retaining time User s Manual 5 6 N
62. d initially try changing the speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the pointer speed as required and click OK Adjust the touch Sensitivity 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Device Settings tab 3 Select the TouchPad in the Devices list and click the Settings button 4 Click Pointing gt Sensitivity gt Touch Sensitivity 5 Move the slider bar to adjust the sensitivity in theTouch Sensitivity 6 Click the OK button 7 Click the OK button on the Device Settings screen If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Procedure In this instance the system might be busy Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while Remove the mouse from the computer and then reconnect it to a free USB port it in order to ensure it is firmly attached In this instance you should initially try changing the double click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as required and click OK User
63. d so that the main body of the computer is not raised slowly lift the display panel this will allow the angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity Figure 1 4 Opening the display panel 1 Display panel JN Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer 1 E Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress on the display panel s hinges and cause damage Do not press or push on the display panel Do not lift the computer by the display panel Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in between the display panel and the keyboard User s Manual 1 5 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series E When opening or closing the display panel place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power the Power indicator will then indicate the status Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes for more information oT E After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you I have set up the operating system E Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup 1 Open t
64. e computer with the display panel open O 0 1 Web Camera 7 Display hinges 2 Web Camera LED 8 Keyboard 3 Microphone 9 Speakers 4 Wireless LAN and Wireless WAN 10 Touch Pad antennas not shown 5 Display screen 11 Touch Pad control buttons 6 Power button 12 LCD Sensor switch not shown Provided with some models Product appearance depends on the model you purchased User s Manual 2 8 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 1 Wireless LAN antennas Some computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless LAN antennas Legal Footnote Wireless LAN For more information regarding Wireless LAN please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Wireless WAN antennas Web Camera LED Web Camera Some computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless WAN antennas The Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is operating Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph Enables the transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications Please refer to the Web Camera Application Online Help for details E Do not point the web camera directly at the
65. e hot keys E Mute Pressing FN ESC turns the volume on and off E Lock Pressing FN F1 enters Lock computer mode To restore your desktop you need to log on again User s Manual 3 4 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series o E Power Plan Pressing FN F2 changes the power settings E Sleep Pressing FN F3 switches the system to Sleep Mode E Hibernate Pressing FN F4 switches the system to Hibernation Mode E Output Pressing FN F5 changes the active display device To use a simultaneous mode you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device E Brightness Down Pressing FN F6 decreases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps E Brightness Up Pressing FN F7 increases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps E Wireless Pressing FN F8 switches the active wireless devices If no wireless communication device is installed no dialog box will appear E Touch Pad Pressing FN F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad function E Zoom Pressing FN Space changes the display resolution E TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce Pressing FN 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows E TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge Pressing FN 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application wind
66. e is no recovery partition the Recovery Media Creator cannot make Recovery Media However if you have already created a Recovery Media you can use it to restore the recovery partition If you have not created Recovery Media please contact TOSHIBA support for assistance User s Manual 4 17 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive A portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre installed software in the event of a problem If you subsequently set up your hard disk drive again do not change delete or add partitions in a manner other than specified in the manual otherwise you may find that space for the required software is not available In addition if you use a third party partitioning program to reconfigure the partitions on your hard disk drive you may find that it becomes impossible to setup your computer When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN ESC key be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before starting the restore process Please refer to The Keyboard in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk wi
67. e power and Turning off the power in Chapter 1 Getting Started for further information Windows utilities You can configure various settings associated with both Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode within the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys You can use the FN F3 hot key to enter Sleep Mode or FN F4 to enter Hibernation Mode Panel power on off You can set up your computer so that power is turned off automatically when you close the display panel and turned on again when you open it Please note that this function is only available for Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode not for Shut Down Mode e l If the panel power off function is enabled and you manually shut down Windows do not close the display panel until the shut down process has been completed System automatic Sleep Hibernation This feature automatically turns off the system in Sleep or Hibernation Mode if the computer is not used for a set duration Refer to Special features in Chapter 4 for an explanation of how to set the duration User s Manual 5 9 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Chapter 6 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability however should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determine the cause All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what might go wrong
68. e tested The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications E Hot key function E TOSHIBA utility launcher function This utility allows you to customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot key functions In use the utility allows you to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and they press one of the Function keys in order to access its specific function When set the FN key will remain active until another key is pressed This software enables communication between the computer and external Bluetooth devices such as printers and mobile phones Bluetooth functions cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed User s Manual 4 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert Utility TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides access to specific tools utilities and applications that make the use and configuration of the computer easier TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that improve the ease and control of communication devices and network connections help in the
69. e times in a row the computer shuts off In this case you must turn the computer back on to retry password entry HW Setup This section explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and provides information on settings for various functions Accessing HW Setup To run the HW Setup program click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HWSetup HW Setup window The HW Setup window contains a number of tabs General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard LAN SATA and USB to allow specific functions of the computer to be configured In addition there are also three buttons OK Cancel and Apply OK Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window User s Manual 4 10 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series General This window displays the BIOS EC version and contains two buttons Default and About Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings About Display the HW Setup version Setup This field displays the installed BIOS version date and EC version Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on User Password Lets you register a new password or change remove an existing password Not Registered Changes or remove the password Default Registered Selects
70. ed it will not charge when the AC begin charging immediately in these instances you adaptor is attached should wait a few minutes before trying again If the battery still does not charge you should check that the power outlet the AC adaptor is connected to is supplying power this can be tested by plugging another appliance into it Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the touch if so it will not charge properly and should be allowed to reach room temperature before you try again Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to make sure its connecting terminals are clean if necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth lightly dipped in alcohol Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery taking care to ensure that it is securely seated in the computer Check the DC IN Battery indicator if it does not glow allow the computer to charge the battery for at least twenty minutes If the DC IN Battery indicator starts to glow after this period allow the battery to continue to charge for at least another twenty minutes before turning on the computer However if the indicator still does not glow the battery may be at the end of its operating life and should be replaced However if you do not believe the battery is at the end of its operating life you should speak to your reseller dealer or service provider Battery doesn t If you frequently recharge a partially charged power the computer battery the battery might
71. ed for ports that support the Sleep and Charge function hereinafter called compatible ports Compatible ports are USB ports that have the 4 symbol icon You can use the Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players However the Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device E When Sleep and Charge function is enabled USB bus power DC5V will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the computer is turned OFF USB bus power DC5V is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports However some external devices cannot be charged solely by supplying USB bus power DC5V As for the specifications of the external devices please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use E Using the sleep and charge function to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers E f Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when enabling the Sleep and Charge function E External devices connected to the USB bu
72. ed to your computer Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately wait a short period to avoid any potential damage Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work you are able to turn off the power without exiting from your software by placing the computer into Sleep Mode In this mode data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled always completely shut down the computer This includes turning off any wireless communication functionalities and canceling settings that reactivate the computer automatically such as a timer recording function Failure to completely shut down the computer in this way could allow the operating system to reactivate and run pre programmed tasks or preserve unsaved data which could interfere with aviation or other systems possibly causing serious injury User s Manual 1 7 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series J J Before entering Sleep Mode be sure to save your data Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep Mode The computer or the memory module could be damaged Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory could be lo
73. ee ee eeeeeeeeeeseeeeaeeeeseeseeneeees Radio approvals for wireless devices sccccssseececeeeeseeeeeeeeesenenees Glossary Index User s Manual NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Copyright 2010 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein First edition October 2010 Copyright authority for music movies computer programs databases and other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home Any other use beyond that stipulated above including conversion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for your computer at the time of this manual s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liability
74. emises Luxembourg Implemented General authorization required for network and service supply User s Manual D 3 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Russian Limited Federation e i r p 100mW Permitted to use only for indoor applications closed industrial and warehouse areas and on board aircraft 1 Permitted to use for local networks of aircraft crew service communications on board aircraft in area of the airport and at all stages of flight 2 Permitted to use for public wireless access local networks on board aircraft during a flight at the altitude not less than 3000m Restrictions for Use of 5470 5725MHz Frequencies in Europe Italy For private use a general authorization is required if WAS RLAN s are used outside own premises Luxembourg Implemented General authorization required for network and service supply Russian Limited e i r p 100mW Permitted to use only Federation for indoor applications closed industrial and warehouse areas and on board aircraft 1 Permitted to use for local networks of aircraft crew service communications on board aircraft in area of the airport and at all stages of flight 2 Permitted to use for public wireless access local networks on board aircraft during a flight at the altitude not less than 3000m To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operation the above 2 4GHz and 5GHz
75. ep Mode To keep this from happening do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Remember to turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor When the display panel and an external monitor are set to clone mode and they are turned off by the timer the display panel or the external monitor may not display when turned on again If this occurs press FN F5 to re set the display panel and external monitor to clone mode Display error occurs Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider LAN Problem Procedure Cannot access LAN Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN hub Wake up on LAN Make sure the AC adaptor is connected The Wake does not work up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off If problems persist consult your LAN administrator User s Manual 6 14 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics Problem Cannot access Wireless LAN Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wireless communication please refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics Problem Canno
76. equipment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from E Dust moisture and direct sunlight E Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones E Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters E Extreme heat cold or humidity E Liquids and corrosive chemicals User s Manual xiv NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use It also includes information on work space design posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress Heat injury E Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest your skin might suffer a low heat injury E If the computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various i
77. er to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys taking care to note that the power on default for both settings is off E Press FN F12 ScrLock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off E Press FN ENTER to simulate ENTER on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad Hot key functions Hot key functions let you enable or disable certain features of the computer The Hot key functions can be performed using either the Hot Key Cards or by pressing the associated Hot keys pressing FN a function or ESC key Hot Key Cards The Hot Key Cards are normally hidden from view The Cards appear when you press the FN key To use the Hot Key Cards 1 Press and hold the FN key The TOSHIBA Cards appear along the top of the screen i o a ee 2 Select the desired option The selected Card is displayed full size with its available options below it All other Cards are again hidden from view 3 Click the desired option To use a Hot Key Card using a hot key 1 Press and hold the FN key 2 Press the hot key associated with the desired function The associated hot key card appears at the top of the screen with its available options below it 3 To cycle through the displayed options hold down FN and press the hot key repeatedly Release the FN key when the desired option is selected Hot keys This section describes the associated functions of th
78. eripherals before moving the computer E Close the display panel E Do not pick up the computer by its display panel E Before carrying your computer shut it down disconnect the AC adaptor and allow it to cool down a failure to follow this instruction may result in minor heat injury E Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock a failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to computer computer failure or loss of data E Never transport your computer with any cards installed this may cause damage to either the computer and or the card resulting in product failure E Always use a suitable carry case when transporting the computer m When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything E Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements Heat dispersal To protect against overheating the processor is equipped with an internal temperature sensor which activates a cooling fan or lowers the processing speed if the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level You are able to select whether to control this temperature by either turning on the fan first then if necessary lowering the processor speed or by lowering the processor speed first then if necessary turning on the fan Both of these functions are controlled through the Power Options When the processor s temperature falls within normal range the fan will be turned off
79. es 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring a network connection Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This section describes the connection or installation of the following devices Cards memory E Memory media slot E Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E MultiMediaCard E Additional memory module Peripheral devices E External monitor Other E Security lock E Optional TOSHIBA accessories Memory media slot The computer is equipped with a memory media slot that can accommodate some kinds of memory media with various memory capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants Keep foreign objects out of the memory media slot Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or Keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury F This memory media slot supports the following memory media J H Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E MultiMediaCard MMC E Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD microSD Card E Please n
80. es This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers Non applicable Icons CPU Certain computer chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Therefore please be aware that your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer chassis Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Legal Footnotes CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions E use of certain external peripheral products E use of battery power instead of AC power E use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications E use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections E use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications E use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously E use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or gt 3 280 feet above sea level E use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 30 C 41 F to 86 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model please refer to your computer documentation or visit the Toshiba website at www pcsupport toshiba com for details CPU performance may also vary from spec
81. f Video RAM can be verified by clicking the Advanced settings button in the Screen Resolution window User s Manual 2 11 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Legal Footnote Memory Main System For more information regarding Memory Main System please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display performance Legal Footnote Graphics Processor Unit GPU For more information regarding Graphics Processor Unit GPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware commands that turn particular parts on the screen on or off The display controller also controls the video mode and uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum number of colors that can be displayed at any one time Therefore software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that supports that mode Due to the display panel s increased resolution lines may appear broken in when displaying images in full screen text mode User s Manual 2 12 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Chapter 3 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad simply touch and move your
82. for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks Intel Intel SpeedStep Intel Core and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation AMD the AMD Arrow logo AMD Athlon AMD Turion PowerPlay Vari Bright and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices Inc Windows Microsoft and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation User s Manual NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association Atheros is a registered trademark or Atheros Communication Inc Realtek is a registered trademark or Realtek Semiconductor Corporation Broadcom is registered trademark or Broadcom Corporation Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual FCC information FCC notice Declaration of Conformity I
83. g the problem 6 2 Battery 6 5 Bluetooth 6 15 External monitor 6 13 Hard disk drive 6 8 Hardware and system checklist 6 4 Internal display panel 6 8 Keyboard 6 7 LAN 6 14 Memory Media Card 6 9 Overheating power down 6 4 Pointing device 6 9 Power 6 4 Real Time Clock 6 7 SD SDHC Card 6 9 Sound system 6 13 TOSHIBA support 6 16 Touch Pad 6 9 USB device 6 11 USB mouse 6 10 Wireless LAN 6 15 Recovery hard disk drive 4 18 Recovery Media 4 16 Restarting the computer 1 10 S SD SDHC Card formatting 3 16 inserting 3 17 note 3 15 removing 3 18 Security lock 3 25 Sleep Mode setting 1 7 System automatic 4 5 Soft keys ENTER 3 4 ScrLock 3 4 Sound system headphone jack 2 5 microphone jack 2 4 problems 6 13 T TOSHIBA Assist 4 3 TOSHIBA ConfigFree 4 3 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 3 7 4 3 TOSHIBA DVD RAM Utility 4 3 TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert Utility 4 3 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool 4 2 TOSHIBA Service Station 4 4 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 4 1 U USB device problems 6 11 V Video RAM 2 11 W Web Camera 2 9 Wireless communication 3 9 indicator 2 2 Wireless LAN 3 9 problems 6 15 User s Manual Index 3
84. ge charging will resume this process will occur regardless of whether the computer s power is on or off User s Manual 5 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer the following indicator conditions should be noted Green Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on Blinking amber Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available AC adaptor or battery to maintain this condition In Sleep Mode this indicator will turn on for two seconds and off for two seconds No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery This section explains battery types use recharging methods and handling Battery types The computer has different types of batteries Battery pack When the AC adaptor is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the main battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected Before you remove the battery pack save your data and shut down the computer or place the computer into Hibernation Mode Please be aware that when placing the computer into Hibernation Mode the contents of memory wil
85. he display panel 2 Press and hold the computer s power button for two or three seconds Figure 1 5 Turning on the power 1 Power button Starting up for the first time The Windows 7 Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power Follow the on screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system User s Manual 1 6 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 1 When it is displayed be sure to read the Software License Terms carefully Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes either Shut Down Mode Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen the next time it is turned on 1 If you have entered data either save it to the hard disk drive or to other storage media E Make sure the Hard Disk Drive Memory media slot indicators are off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk E Never turn off the power while an application is running Doing so could cause loss of data E Never turn off the power disconnect an external storage device or remove storage media during data read write Doing so can cause data loss 2 Click Start 3 Click the Shut down button EZE 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connect
86. ich are not listed in the table below E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 E Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1 Ch13 As of Oct 2010 Albania Australia Austria Argentina Bahrain Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Guatemala Hong Kong Hungary Iceland User s Manual NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series India Indonesia Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Kenya Kuwait Latvia Lebanon Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malawi Malta Mexico Monaco Montenegro Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Panama Pakistan Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey UAE UK Ukraine USA Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zimbabwe Approved Countries Regions for the Atheros AR9002WB 1NG Wireless Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN and Bluetooth This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed
87. ifications due to design configuration Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost User s Manual C 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions To avoid risk of lost data always make back up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium For optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions in your product documentation Contact Toshiba technical service and support refer to Troubleshooting section in Chapter 6 Troubleshooting for more information Memory Main System Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing activities The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors Battery Life Battery life may vary considerably depending on product model configuration applications power management settings and features utilized as well as the natural performance variations produced by the design of individual components Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the
88. iland Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Tajikistan Thailand Togo Tunisia Turkey Turkmenista UAE UK Ukraine Uruguay USA Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AC ANSI AMT ASCII BIOS bps CD CD ROM CD RW CMOS CPU CRT DC DDR DIMM DVD DVD R DVD RAM DVD R Dual Layer DVD ROM DVD RW DVD R Double Layer eSATA FDD FIR GB HDD HDMI IDE Alternating current American National Standards Institute Intel Active Management Technology American Standard Code for Information Interchange basic input output system bits per second compact disc Compact Disc Read Only Memory Compact Disc ReWritable complementary metal oxide semiconductor central processing unit cathode ray tube direct current double data rate dual inline memory module digital versatile disc Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer external Serial ATA floppy diskette drive fast infrared gigabyte hard disk drive High Definition Multimedia Interface integrated drive electronics User s Manual Glossary 1
89. inful or disabling injury to your hand arms shoulders or neck This section provides basic information to start using your computer It covers the following topics Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off the power Restarting the computer Use a virus check program and make sure it is updated regularly Never format storage media without checking its content formatting destroys all stored data E tis a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk drive or other main storage device to external media General storage media is not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain conditions may result in data loss E Before you install a device or application save any data in memory to the hard disk drive or other storage media Failure to do so may result in the loss of data J User s Manual 1 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power It is also the fastest way to get started because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz enabling you to use this computer in almost all country region The adaptor converts AC power to DC po
90. ional 5 1 replacing 5 7 Bluetooth 3 11 Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba 4 2 problems 6 15 Boot Priority 4 12 Bridge media slot 3 14 using 3 14 Cc Cleaning the computer 3 30 Cooling vents 2 4 DC IN Battery indicator 2 2 Display 2 12 automatic power off 4 5 brightness down 3 5 brightness up 3 5 controller 3 30 Index hinges 2 10 opening 1 5 screen 2 9 Display controller 2 12 Documentation list 1 1 Pointing Device Touch Pad 3 1 6 9 Touch Pad control buttons 3 1 Equipment checklist 1 1 External monitor 2 4 3 23 problems 6 13 F FN 1 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility re duce 3 5 FN 2 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility en large 3 5 FN Enter 3 4 FN ESC Mute 3 4 FN F1 Lock 3 4 FN F10 Arrow mode 3 4 FN F11 Numeric mode 3 4 FN F12 ScrLock 3 4 FN F2 Power Plan 3 5 FN F3 Sleep 3 5 FN F4 Hibernate 3 5 FN F5 Output 3 5 FN F6 Brightness Down 3 5 FN F7 Brightness Up 3 5 FN F8 Wireless 3 5 FN F9 Touch Pad 3 5 FN space Zoom 3 5 Function keys 3 3 G Graphics controller 2 12 User s Manual Index 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Hard disk drive 2 11 automatic power off 4 5 Hard Disk Drive Optical Disc Drive eSATA indicator 2 2 Heat dispersal 3 31 4 6 Hibernation Mode 4 6 Hot keys 4 5 Brightness Down 3 5 Brightness Up 3 5 Hibernate 3 5 Lock 3 4 Mute
91. is caused performance down User s Manual 4 14 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series System Recovery There is a hidden partition allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options in the event of a problem You can also create recovery media and restore the system The following items will be described in this section E System Recovery Options E Create Recovery Media E Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media E Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive The System Recovery Options feature will be unusable if this partition is deleted System Recovery Options The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory The System Recovery Options menu includes tools to repair startup problems run diagnostics or restore the system See the Windows Help and Support content for more information about Startup Repair The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems The procedure is as follows Follow the instructions shown on the on screen menu 1 Turn off the computer 2 While holding the F8 key turn on the computer 3 The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER 4 Follow the on screen instructions Check your Windows manual for more information on backing up your system including the s
92. ith an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1 Ch13 Ch36 Ch40 Ch44 Ch48 Ch52 Ch56 Ch60 Ch64 Ch100 Ch104 Ch108 Ch112 Ch116 Ch120 Ch124 Ch128 Ch132 Ch136 Ch140 Ch149 Ch153 Ch157 Ch161 Ch165 As of Oct 2010 Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Belgium Bermuda Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Ecuador Egypt Republic El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Haiti Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia User s Manual NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Lebanon Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Mexico Monaco Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Rwanda Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Turkey UAE UK Ukraine USA Uruguay Venezuela Zimbabwe Approved Countries Regions for the Realtek RTL8188CE Wireless LAN 802 11n PCI E NIC b g n Wireless LAN A i This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions in the following table Do not use this equipment in the countries regions which are not listed in the table below E An ad hoc mode is not available in 802 11n m
93. k your computer taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items E TOSHIBA NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Portable Personal Computer E AC adaptor and power cord 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug E Battery pack Documentation E TOSHIBA NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series User Information Guide E Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately Software The following Windows operating system and utility software are pre installed E Windows 7 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Disc Creator User s Manual 1 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA Bulletin Board TOSHIBA ReelTime Online Manual TOSHIBA NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series User s Manual This manual You may not have all the softwares listed above depending on the model you purchased Getting Started 1 E All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time E Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer It is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook computer By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a pa
94. l be saved to the hard disk drive although for safety sake it is best to also save your data manually Real Time Clock RTC battery The Real Time Clock RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar function and also maintains the system configuration while the computer is turned off If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged the system will lose this information and the real time clock and calendar will stop working in this instance the following message will be displayed when you turn on the power ERROR 0271 Check date and time settings WARNING 0251 System CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to Setup You can change the Real Time Clock settings by turnin on the computer while pressing the F2 key and then release F2 key when the TOSHIBA User s Manual 5 3 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series i Leading Innovation gt gt gt screen appears Please refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting for further information The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even if the AC adaptor is attached Care and use of the battery pack i This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your battery pack properly Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions E Make sure the battery is securely ins
95. lay This tab allows you to select the display to be used when the computer is started Please note that this setting is only available on standard VGA mode and is not available as part of the Windows Desktop properties The Power On Display is supported with some models Auto Selected Selects an external monitor if one is connected otherwise it selects the internal display Default System LCD Only Selects the internal LCD even if an external monitor is connected Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This tab allows you to set the priority for booting the computer The Boot Priority Options setting window will be displayed as shown below Click the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the priority Fe TOSHIBA HWSetuy x TOSHIBA uses TaN SATA General Password Display Boot Priory Keyboard amp This tab sets the Boot Priority of the device Boot Priority Options Boot High Priority Speed FDD LAN User s Manual 4 12 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series To change the boot drive follow the steps below 1 Hold down F12 and boot the computer when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt screen appears release the F12 key 2 Use the up and down cursor keys to select the boot device you want and press ENTER If a Supervisor Password has been set manual boot device selection functions may be restricted The boot device selection methods described ab
96. le is actually on the memory media card that is inserted into the computer If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider If you are using a USB mouse you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter and the documentation supplied with your mouse Touch Pad Problem The Touch Pad does not work On screen pointer does not respond to pointing device operation Double tapping Touch Pad does not work Procedure Check the Device Select settings Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse Pressing FN F9 to enables In this instance the system might be busy Try moving the mouse again after waiting a short while In this instance you should initially try changing the double click speed setting within the Mouse Control utility 1 To access this utility click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse 2 Within the Mouse Properties window click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as required and click OK User s Manual 6 9 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Problem The on screen pointer moves too fast or too slow The reaction of Touch pad is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough USB mouse Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation Double clicking does not work Procedure In this instance you shoul
97. ll be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Turn off your computer 2 While holding down 0 zero key on the keyboard turn on your computer 3 A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions User s Manual 4 18 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes The computer s power resources include the AC adaptor battery pack and any internal batteries This chapter provides details on making the most effective use of these resources and includes information on charging and changing batteries tips for saving battery power and information on the different power up modes Power conditions The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by different power conditions including whether an AC adaptor is connected whether a battery pack is installed and what the charge level is for that battery J The LED in the table below refers to the DC IN Battery indicator AC adaptor Battery fully connected charged Battery partially charged or no charge No battery installed Power on Operates e No charge e LED green e Operates e Charge e LED amber e Operates e No charge e LED off Power off no operation e No charge e LED green Quick charge LED amber e No charge e LED off User s Manual 5 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series AC adaptor n
98. ll flash amber to indicate that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the DC IN Battery indicator flashes the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you do not lose any data and automatically turn itself off You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged User s Manual 5 4 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Procedures To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet the DC IN Battery indicator will glow amber while the battery is being charged Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or optional TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger Time Refer to User Information Guide about Charging time Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions E The battery is extremely hot or cold if the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at all To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity you should charge it at room temperature of between 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F E The battery is nearly completely discharged In this instance you should leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging The DC IN Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease
99. models are equipped with an external monitor port An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer To connect a monitor follow the steps as detailed below Connecting the monitor cable 1 Turn the computer s power off 2 Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port Figure 3 11 Connecting the monitor cable to the external monitor port 1 Monitor cable 2 External monitor port 3 Turn the external monitor s power on 4 Turn the computer s power on When you turn on the power the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed on the correct monitor you should consider using the FN F5 hot key to change the display settings if you then disconnect the external monitor before you turn the computer s power off be sure to press FN F5 hot key again to switch to the internal display Please refer to the The Keyboard section for further details on using hot keys to change the display setting Do not disconnect the external monitor while in Sleep or Hibernation Mode Turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor When displaying desktop at external analog monitor desktop is sometimes displayed on the center of the monitor with black bars around desktop with small size At that time please read the manual of the monitor and
100. more convenient to use Access each function using the following procedures 1 To access the Power Options click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys Display automatic power off HDD automatic power off System automatic Sleep Hibernation Mode Keypad overlay Power on password Instant security Hot keys are specific key combinations that let you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer s display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time with power being restored the next time a key is pressed This can be specified in the Power Options This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed This can be specified in the Power Options This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time This can be specified in the Power Options A ten key numeric keypad is integrated into the keyboard Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for information on using this feature Two levels of password security supervisor and user are available to prevent unauthorized access to yo
101. mum 0 75 mm Current rating Minimum 2 5 amperes Voltage rating 125 or 250 VAC depending on country region s power standards Certification agencies China CQC CEMC U S and Canada UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 Australia AS Japan DENANHO Europe Austria OVE Italy IMQ Belgium CEBEC The Netherlands KEMA Denmark DEMKO Norway NEMKO Finland FIMKO Sweden SEMKO France LCIE Switzerland SEV Germany VDE United Kingdom BSI In Europe two conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVV F User s Manual B 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V and three pin plug configuration must be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U S A and Canada the United Kingdom Australia Europe and China USA United Kingdom LA a N w j UL approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Canada China CSA approved CCC approved User s Manual B 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Appendix C Legal Footnot
102. n you change the display output or Unplug re plug the HDMI cable The sound output device and the display output device maybe changed automatically by the system User s Manual 3 24 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Settings for display video on HDMI To view video on the HDMI device be sure to configure the following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed Be sure to use the FN F5 HotKey to select the display device before starting to play video Do not change the display device while playing video Do not change the display device under the following conditions E While data is being read or written E While communication is being carried out Select HD Format To select the display mode follow the steps as detailed below 1 Click Start and click Control Panel 2 Click Appearance and Personalization 3 Click Display 4 Click Change display settings 5 Click Advanced settings 6 Click List All Modes 7 Select the one of the below selection at List All Modes Display mode at List All Modes HD Format 1920 by 1080 True Color 32bit 6OHerts 1080p 1920 by 1080 True Color 32bit 30Herts Interlaced 1080i 1280 by 720 True Color 32bit 60Herts 720p 720 by 576 True Color 32bit 50Herts 576p 720 by 480 True Color 32bit 60Herts 480p The above display mode is a typical HDMI display mode The selectable display modes will vary for different HDMI m
103. ndows Device Manager application to ensure the sound device is enabled and that the device is properly working In this instance you may be experiencing feedback from either the internal microphone or an external microphone connected to the computer please refer to Sound System in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further information Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows start up or shut down If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider Please also refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics and to the documentation supplied with your monitor for further information Problem Procedure Monitor does not turn After confirming that the monitor s power switch is on on you should check the connections to make sure that the power cord adaptor is firmly connected to the monitor and to a working power outlet User s Manual 6 13 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Problem Procedure No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press the FN F5 hot key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display only Check to see if the external monitor is connected When the external monitor is set as the primary display device in extended desktop mode it will not display when the computer wakes up from Sleep Mode if the external monitor has been disconnected while in Sle
104. ne you have modified To launch the configuration dialog window for system sounds follow the steps below 1 Right click the Speakers icon on the Taskbar 2 Select Sounds from the menu Adjusting Microphone Level Follow the steps below to change the microphone recording level 1 Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar and select Recording devices from the sub menu 2 Select Microphone and click Properties 3 On the Levels tab move the Microphone slider to increase or decrease the microphone volume level If you feel the microphone volume level is inadequate move the Microphone Boost slider to a higher level Audio Enhancements In order to apply the sound effects for your current speaker follow the steps below 1 Right click on the speaker icon on the Taskbar and select Playback devices from the sub menu 2 Select Speakers and click Properties User s Manual 3 27 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 3 On the Enhancements tab select the sound effects you would like and click Apply Realtek HD Audio Manager You can confirm and change the audio configuration using the Realtek Audio Manager To launch the Realtek Audio Manager click Start gt Control Panel select Large icons from View by then click Realtek HD Audio Manager When you first launch the Realtek Audio Manager you will see two device tabs Speakers is the default output device Microphone is the default input de
105. nformation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures E Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna E Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver E Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected E Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 6 Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s external monitor port Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports HDMI
106. nitor port Universal Serial Bus One Universal Serial Bus port which complies to USB 2 0 port the USB 2 0 standard is provided on the left side of the computer The port with the icon 4 has Sleep and Charge function Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available In view of this it may be noted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly Do not block the cooling vents Keep foreign metal objects such as screws Staples and paper clips out of the cooling vents Memory media slot and USB port Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Microphone jack A standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a microphone or other device for audio input The port with the icon Zz has Sleep and Music function The integrated sound system provides support for the computer s internal speakers and microphone as allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks User s Manual 2 4 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series CY Headphone jack A standard 3 5 mm mini headphone jack enables too connection of stereo headphones or other device for audio output When you connect headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled Hom HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with Type A conne
107. nment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless device prior to turning on the equipment User s Manual D 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Radio Regulatory Information The Wireless device is must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product This product complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards Europe Restrictions for Use of 2400 0 2483 5MHz Frequencies in Europe France Outdoor use limited to 10mW e i r p within the band 2454 2483 5MHz Military Radiolocation use Refarming of the 2 4GHz band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current relaxed regulation Full implementation planned 2012 Italy For private use a general authorization is required if WAS RLAN s are used outside own premises For public use a general authorization is required Luxembourg Implemented General authorization required for network and service supply Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny Alesund Russian Federation Only for indoor applications Restrictions for Use of 5150 5350MHz Frequencies in Europe Italy For private use a general authorization is required if WAS RLAN s are used outside own pr
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109. nterface ports as this can become hot E The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it E Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the material could become damaged Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer s components or otherwise cause it to malfunction Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way but itis recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Be sure to read it before using the computer User s Manual XV NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides an equipment checklist and basic information to start using your computer Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre installed by TOSHIBA Equipment checklist Carefully unpac
110. ode E Available channel of Peer to peer connection by ad hoc mode is Ch1 Ch11 E Connection with an access point by the Infrastructure mode is Ch1 Ch13 As of Oct 2010 Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Brazil Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Ghana Greece Guatemala Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan User s Manual D 12 NB5S00 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Montenegro Mozambique Namibia Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Romania Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey Ukraine UAE UK USA Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Approved Countries Regions for the Broadcom 802 11n Network Adapter b g n b g Wireless LAN and Bluetooth This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries regions A 1 in the following table Do not use this equipment in the countries regions wh
111. onitors Security lock A security locks enable you to anchor your computer a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft The computer has a security lock slot on its left side into which you can attach one end of the security cable while the other end attaches to a desk or similar object The methods used for attaching security cables differ from product to product Please refer to the instructions for the product you are using for more information User s Manual 3 25 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Connecting the security lock In order to connect a security cable to the computer follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the computer so its left side faces you 2 Align the security cable with the lock slot and secure it in place Figure 3 13 Security lock 1 Security lock slot Optional TOSHIBA accessories You are able to add a number of options and accessories in order to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use For reference the following list details some of the items that are available from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer Memory Kit A 1 GB or 2 GB memory module DDR3 1066 1333 can easily be installed in the computer Some models could install a 1 GB or 2 GB memory module DDR2 800 DDR3 1066 DDR3 1333 For detailed information on memory module type please contact your service provider 2GB module is supported by validated
112. onto which the recovery image can be copied including DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW and USB Flash Memory Please note that some of the above media may not be compatible with the external optical disc drive connected to your computer You should therefore verify the external optical disc drive supports the blank media you have chosen before proceeding USB Flash Memory will be formatted and all the data in the USB Flash Memory will be lost when proceeding Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows 7 operating system from the hard disk drive as normal Insert the first blank disc into the external optical disc drive tray or Insert the USB Flash Memory into one available USB port Double click the Recovery Media Creator icon on the Windows 7 desktop or select the application from Start Menu After Recovery Media Creator starts select the type of media and the title you wish to copy and then click the Create button Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media If the pre installed files are damaged you are able to either use the Recovery Media you have created or the hard disk drive recovery process to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it To perform this restoration follow the steps below User s Manual 4 16 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series J J When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing
113. optional memory only The available optional memory depends on TOSHIBA authorization Universal AC If you frequently use your computer at more than Adaptor one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a spare or replacement Please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes for further information User s Manual 3 26 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Sound System This section describes some of the audio control functions Adjusting System Volume You can control the overall level of sound using Windows Volume Mixer To launch Volume Mixer follow the steps below 1 Locate the Speakers icon on the task tray 2 Right click the Speakers icon on the task tray 3 Select Open Volume Mixer from the menu Adjust speaker volume by moving the slider up or down under Device to raise or lower the volume of your speakers Click the Mute button to mute the volume You may see another control under Applications in Volume Mixer It is the control for an application which is currently running The System Sounds is always displayed since it controls the system sounds volume Changing System Sounds System sounds are assigned to inform you when certain events happen This section explains how to select an existing scheme or save o
114. or further details You can enter Sleep Mode in one of three ways Click Start point to the arrow icon and then select Sleep from the menu Close the display panel Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options to access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Press the power button Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options to access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options User s Manual 1 8 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series e T When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer E When the computer is in Sleep Mode the power indicator will blink amber E fyou are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode will consume more power while the computer is off Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions E Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down E Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive when the computer is turned off so that the next time it is turned on the previous state is restored Please note that the Hibernation Mode featu
115. ort department for assistance H Consult the reseller or dealer from where you purchased your computer and or software they are your best resource for current information and support TOSHIBA technical support If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related visit TOSHIBA technical support website http www toshiba co jp worldwide User s Manual 6 16 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Appendix A Specifications This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Environmental Requirements Conditions Ambient temperature Relative humidity Operating 5 C 41 F to 35 C 95 F 20 to 80 noncondensing Non operating 20 C 4 F to 60 C 140 F 10 to 90 noncondensing Wet bulb temperature 26 C maximum Conditions Altitude from sea level Operating 0 to 3 000 meters Non operating 0 to 10 000 meters maximum Power Requirements AC adaptor 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second Computer 19V DC User s Manual A 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix B The power cord s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country region in which it is used All cords must meet the following specifications Length Minimum 1 7 meters Wire size Mini
116. ot connected Power on Power off no operation Battery charge is Operates above low battery LED off trigger point Battery charge is Operates below low battery LED flashes trigger point amber Battery charge is Computer shuts exhausted down No battery e No operation installed e LED off Monitoring of power condition Q As shown in the below table the DC IN Battery and Power indicators on the system indicator alert you to the computer s operating capability and battery charge status DC IN Battery indicator Check the DC IN Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery pack and the power status with the AC adaptor connected The following indicator conditions should be noted Flashing amber Amber Green No light The battery charge is low the AC adaptor must be connected in order to recharge the battery Or Indicates a problem with the power supply You should initially try plugging the AC adaptor into another power outlet if it still does not operate properly you should contact your reseller or dealer Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is charging Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged Under any other conditions the indicator does not light If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and the DC IN Battery indicator will go out When the battery pack s temperature falls to a normal ran
117. ote that not all memory media have been tested and verified to work correctly Therefore it is not possible to guarantee that all memory media will operate properly User s Manual 3 14 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series E The slot does not support Magic Gate functions Figure 3 5 Examples of memory media S Digital SD Card microSD card adaptor and ecure Digital SD Car microSD card MultiMediaCard MMC Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media Points to note about the SD SDHC memory card SD SDHC memory cards comply with SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music For this reason you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device and you may not reproduce any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from SDHC memory cards E SD and SDHC memory cards appear the same externally However the logo on SD and SDHC memory cards is different so pay careful attention to the logo when purchasing I E The SD memory card logo is S5 The SDHC memory card logo is a E The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 32GB Card Type Capacities SD 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB
118. our software s documentation to garbled ensure that its is not remapping the keyboard in any way remapping involves changing or reassigning the function of each key If you are still unable to use the keyboard you should contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 6 7 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Internal display panel Apparent computer s display panel problems may be related to the computer s setup and configuration please refer to the HW Setup section in Chapter 4 Utilities amp Advanced Usage for further information Problem No display Markings appear on the computer s display panel Hard disk drive Problem Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Slow performance Procedure Press the FN F5 hot keys to adjust the display priority and to make sure it is not set for output to an external monitor These marks may have come from contact with the keyboard and Touch Pad while the display panel has been closed You should try to remove the marks by gently wiping the display panel with a clean dry cloth or if this fails with a good quality LCD screen cleaner In this latter instance you should always follow the instructions with the screen cleaner and always ensure you let the display panel dry properly before closing it Procedure Check to see whether there is a CD ROM DVD ROM in the optical disc drive if so remove it and try to start the compu
119. ove will not change the boot priority settings that have been configured in HW Setup In addition if you press a key other than one of those listed or if the selected device is not installed the system will continue to boot according to the current and available settings in HW Setup Boot Speed This feature allows you to select system boot up speed Fast Reduces system boot up time System can boot only from the built in HDD and only internal LCD and keyboard are supported during the boot process Normal System boots up at normal speed Default Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Sleep Mode you can turn on the system by pressing any key However please be aware that this option will only work with the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in Sleep Mode Enabled Enables the Wake up on Keyboard function Disabled Disables the Wake up on Keyboard function Default LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on from shudown when it receives a wake up packet Magic packet from the LAN Do not install or remove a memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled User s Manual 4 13 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 1 E The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature E Regarding Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation you must check
120. ows E Volume Down Pressing FN 3 decreases the volume in increment E Volume Up Pressing FN 4 increases the volume in increment User s Manual 3 5 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series FN Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and then press an F Number key To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Accessibility Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows the Windows Start Button key activates the Start menu while the application key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button ay ay This key activates the Windows Start menu This key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button Keypad overlay Your computer s keyboard may not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one this is located in the center of the keyboard with the relevant keys having grey letters at their front edge The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on a standard 104 105 key enhanced keyboard Turning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control Arrow Mode To turn on Arrow Mode press FN F10 you are able to access cursor and page control function
121. pen the display the computer will automatically start up and return you to the application you were previously working on You can specify within the Power Options To access it click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Do not put any magnetic objects close to this switch as they may cause the computer to automatically enter Hibernation Mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off feature is disabled Display hinges The display hinges allow the display panel to be position at a variety of easy to view angles Keyboard The internal keyboard provides the embedded numeric overlay keys dedicated cursor control overlay keys and af and Keys Refer to the The Keyboard section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for details Touch Pad The Touch Pad located in the palm rest is used to control the movement of the on screen pointer For more information please refer to the Using the Touch Pad in Chapter 3 Operating Basics Touch Pad control The control buttons located below the Touch Pad buttons allow you to select menu items or manipulate text and graphics as designated by the on screen pointer Speakers Some models are equipped with two speakers on the palm rest The speakers emit sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system User s Manual 2 10 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Internal Hardware Com
122. ponents This section describes the internal hardware components of your computer The actual specifications may vary depending on the model you purchased CPU The processor type varies depending on model To check which type of processor is included in your model open the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility by clicking Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Diagnostic Tool Legal Footnote CPU For more information regarding CPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C Hard disk drive The size of the hard disk drive varies depending on the model To check which type of HDD is included in your model open the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility by clicking Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Diagnostic Tool Please note that part of the hard disk s overall capacity is reserved as administration space Legal Footnote Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock RTC and calendar Video RAM The memory in a computer s graphics adaptor used to store the image displayed on a bitmap display The amount of Video RAM available is dependent on the computer s system memory Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Adjust resolution The amount o
123. port and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment User s Manual vi NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contact Address TOSHIBA America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 92618 1697 Telephone 949 583 3000 EU Declaration of Conformity This product is carrying the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives Responsible for CE Marking is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on TOSHIBA s web site http epps toshiba teg com on the Internet CE compliance This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004 108 EC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the supplied power adapter the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC in case of implemented telecommunication accessories and the Low Vol
124. problems Overheating power down If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with either setting the computer will automatically shuts down to prevent any damage in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected you should check the status of the DC IN Battery indicator Please refer to Chapter 5 Power and Power Up Modes for further information User s Manual 6 4 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Problem AC adaptor doesn t power the computer Battery Procedure Check the connections to make sure that the power cord adaptor is firmly connected to the computer and a working power outlet Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged it should be replaced while if the terminals are soiled they should be cleaned with a clean cotton cloth If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer you should contact your reseller dealer or service provider If you suspect a problem with the battery you should check the status of the DC IN Battery indicator Problem Battery doesn t power the computer Procedure The battery may be discharged connect the AC adaptor to recharge the battery User s Manual 6 5 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Problem Procedure Battery doesn t If the battery is completely discharg
125. puter free of dust and dirt and use care with all liquids around it E Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely in these circumstance you should get the computer inspected by an authorized service provider in order to assess the scope of any damage E Clean the plastics of the computer using a slightly water dampened cloth E You can clean the display screen by spraying a small amount of glass cleaner onto a soft clean cloth and then wiping the screen gently with the cloth Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer User s Manual 3 30 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Moving the computer While the computer is designed for flexible day to day usage you should exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure trouble free operation E Before moving the computer it is recommended that you change the setting associated with the Hard Disk Drive Protection feature Please refer to the section Heat dispersal in this chapter for further information E Make sure all disk disc activity has ended before moving the computer check that the HDD and other indicators on the front of the computer are off E Turn off shut down the computer E Disconnect the AC adaptor and all p
126. quency bandwidth from 2 400MHz to 2 483 5MHz It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems arkwWNnN gt 3 Indication for Bluetooth The indication shown below appears on this equipment 999 2 4FH1 Co 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHZ FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation 1 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10 m TT This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems PONS 4 About the JEITA 5GHz Wireless LAN supports W52 W53 W56 Channel IEEE8 02 41b qg ne IEEE802 41a n w56 User s Manual D 7 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan Atheros AR9285 Wireless Network Adapter b g n b g module The Name of the radio equipment AR5B95 DSP Research Inc Approval Number D081038003 Realtek RTL8191SE Wireless LAN 802 11n PCI E NIC b g n Wireless LAN The Name of the radio equipment RTL8191SE TELEFICATION B V Approval Number D095001201 Intel Centrino Advanced N 6200 AGN a b g n Wireless LAN The Name of the radio equipment 622ANHMW DSP Research Inc Approval Num
127. quire you to simultaneously use two or more keys We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign For example CTRL C means you must hold down CTRL and at the same time press C If three keys are used hold down the first two and at the same time press the third ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the typeface you see to the left User s Manual xii NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Display Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appear on its display screen are ABC presented in the type face you see to the left Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment J Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment 6 Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Terminology This term is defined in this document as follows Stait The word Start refers to the amp button in Windows 7 User s Manual xiii NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series General Prec
128. re does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer E Save your data While entering Hibernation Mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive However for safety sake it is best to save your data manually E Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive Memory media slot indicator to go out E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Hibernation Mode Data will be lost Benefits of Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits E Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition E You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature E Allows the use of the panel power off feature Starting Hibernation Mode You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing FN F4 please refer to the Hot key functions section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics for further details User s Manual 1 9 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series To enter Hibernation Mode follow the steps below 1 Click Start 2 Point to the arrow icon and then select Hibernate from the menu
129. ricity When installing or removing a memory module you must ensure that you do not touch any other internal areas of the computer Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions a The computer is turned on b The computer was shut down in either Sleep or Hibernation Mode c Wake up on LAN is enabled d The wireless communication function is on e Sleep and Charge function is enabled Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the computer It could cause malfunction or electric shock Additional memory module is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity Since the human body can carry Static electricity it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules To discharge your body s static electricity simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands User s Manual 3 18 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 7 7 Ti A I Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads Installing a memory module To install a memory module follow the steps as detailed below 1 Shut down the computer make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started if required 2 Remove the AC
130. ring hibernation or when the computer is turned off Connect the AC adaptor to the computer or disable the Sleep and Charge function Some external devices may not work when connected to a compatible port if the Sleep and Charge function is enabled Reconnect the external device after turning the computer ON If the external device still does not work connect device to an USB port that does not have the Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or change to disable the Sleep and Charge function User s Manual 6 12 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Problem The USB Wakeup function does not work Sound system Procedure When Sleep and Charge function is enabled the USB WakeUp function does not work for ports that support the Sleep and Charge function In that case use an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or change to disable Sleep and Charge function In addition to the information in this section please also refer to the documentation supplied with your audio device Problem No sound is heard Annoying sound is heard External monitor Procedure Adjust the volume To increase the volume click the volume up button and to decrease it click the volume down button Check the software volume settings Please check to see if Mute is turned to Off Check to make sure the headphone connection is secure Check within the Wi
131. rst run through the items in the preliminary checklist as described previously then if you still cannot correct the problem try to identify the source the next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals Before using a peripheral device or application software that is not an authorized Toshiba part or product make sure the device or software can be used with your computer Use of incompatible devices may cause injury or may damage your computer If something goes wrong Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once then click Start Task Manager The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 Click the Applications tab If a program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside its name in the list 3 Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with the next step 4 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task Closing all programs should allow you to continue working If it does not power off your computer and then restart it User s
132. ry Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any wireless functionality E Always turn off wireless functionality if the computer is near automatic control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors Radio waves can cause malfunction of such equipment possibly resulting in serious injury It may not be possible to make a network connection to a specified network name using the ad hoc network function If this occurs the new network will have to be configured for all computers connected to the same network in order to re enable network connections Please be sure to use new network name Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE802 11 Wireless LAN standard Frequency Channel Selection of 5GHz for IEEE 802 11a or and IEEE802 11n Frequency Channel Selection of 2 4GHz for IEEE 802 11b g or and IEEE802 11n Roaming over multiple channels Card power management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on an 128 bit encryption algorithm Wi Fi Protected Access WPA User s Manual 3 9 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series o The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which the wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles
133. s by using the keys You are able to press FN F10 again to turn off this overlay function Numeric Mode To turn on Numeric Mode press FN F11 you are able to access numeric characters by using the keys You are able to press FN F11 again to turn off this overlay function Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on While using the overlay you can temporarily access the normal keyboard functions without having to turn the overlay off 1 Hold down FN key and press any other key this key will operate as if the overlay were off 2 Type upper case characters by holding down FN SHIFT and pressing a character key User s Manual 3 6 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series 3 Release FN key to continue using the selected overlay function Temporarily using overlay overlay off While using the normal keyboard function you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without having to turn it on 1 Hold down FN key and the keyboard will turn on the most recently used overlay function 2 Release FN key to return to normal keyboard operation Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric Mode you can switch temporarily to Arrow Mode by pressing a SHIFT key while if it is in Arrow Mode you can switch temporarily to Numeric Mode by also pressing a SHIFT key Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation but you are able to generate
134. s power DC5V function that interfaces with the power ON OFF of the computer may always be in an operational state E When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons E When Sleep and Charge function is enabled the USB Wakeup function does not work for compatible ports In that case if there is a USB port that does not have the Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 attach the mouse or keyboard to it If all USB ports have the Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 change to disable Sleep and Charge function The USB Wakeup function will now work but the Sleep and Charge function will be disabled User s Manual 4 7 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Metal paper clips or hair pins clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products for example when carrying the computer in your bag Sleep and Music Your can use your computer s speaker for the portable audio device even when the power of the computer is turned OFF Power OFF includes Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or shutdown state The Microphone jack with the icon 2zp supports the Sleep and Music function F E When Sleep and Music is enabled it is not possible to mute sound J from the computer s speaker even by connecting headphones to the Microphone
135. s power off ensure that the Power indicator is off 3 Remove all cables and peripherals that are connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down 5 Slide the battery lock 1 into its position 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch 2 to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer 3 Figure 5 1 Releasing the battery pack 1 Battery lock 3 Battery pack 2 Battery release latch Installing the battery pack To install a battery pack follow the steps as detailed below Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries 1 Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer 2 Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery lock is in its lock __ position 3 Turn your computer over User s Manual 5 8 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Power up modes The computer has three different power up modes as follows E Shut Down Mode The computer will shut down without saving data in view of this you must always save your work before you turn the computer off E Hibernation Mode Data in memory will be saved to the hard disk drive E Sleep Mode Data will be maintained in the computer s memory O i Please refer to the sections Turning on th
136. set the display mode which is supporting at the monitor Then it will be displayed with suitable size with correct aspect ratio User s Manual 3 23 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series HDMI J Some models are equipped with an HDMI out port An HDMI monitor can be connected to the HDMI out port on the computer To connect monitor follow the steps as detailed below As the port operation of all HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface monitors have not been confirmed some HDMI monitors may not function properly Connecting the HDMI out port J 1 1 Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port of the HDMI device 2 Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port on your computer Figure 3 12 Connecting the HDMI out port 1 HDMI cable 2 HDMI out port When connecting or disconnecting an HDMI device to or from the computer only do so when the computer is turned on or when the computer is completely turned off Do not do so when the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode E When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port and the display output device is set to HDMI When you unplug the HDMI cable and re plug it in please wait at least 5 seconds before you replug the HDMI cable again E When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port and you connect the television external monitor or external sound device to another port Whe
137. st When the AC adaptor is connected the computer will go into Sleep Mode according to the settings in the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options To restore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode press and hold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount of time Please note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake up on Keyboard option is enabled within the HW Setup utility If the computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer is next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode To prevent the computer from automatically entering Sleep Mode disable Sleep Mode within the Power Options to access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options To use the Hybrid Sleep function configure it in the Power Options Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Sleep Mode feature Allows the use of the panel power off feature Executing Sleep Mode You can also enable Sleep Mode by pressing FN F3 please refer to the Hot key functions section in Chapter 3 Operating Basics f
138. t access Bluetooth device Procedure Make sure the computer s Wireless communication function is on If problems persist contact your LAN administrator Procedure Check to ensure the computer s Wireless Communication function is on Check to ensure the Bluetooth Manager application is running on the computer and that power to the external Bluetooth device is turned on Check to ensure that no optional Bluetooth Adaptor is installed in the computer the built in Bluetooth hardware cannot operate simultaneously with another Bluetooth controller If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 6 15 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system so it is important that you investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following H Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation supplied with your software and or peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company s technical supp
139. t will recognize the new device E Make sure all optional accessories are configured properly in the computer s setup program and that all required driver software has User s Manual 6 1 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series been loaded please refer to the documentation included with the optional accessories for further information on its installation and configuration E Check all cables to ensure they are correctly and firmly attached to the computer loose cables can cause signal errors E Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins Always try to make detailed notes of your observations and keep them in a permanent error log this will help you to describe your problems to your reseller dealer or service provider In addition if a problem recurs the log you have made will help to identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the computer will give you clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning In view of this you should keep the following questions in mind Which part of the computer is not operating properly keyboard hard disk drive display panel touch pad touch pad control buttons as each device will produce different symptoms E Check the options within the operating system to ensure that its configuration is set properly E What appears on the display Does it display any messages or random characters If you have a
140. tage Directive 2006 95 EC for the supplied power adapter Furthermore the product complies with the Ecodesign Directive 2009 125 EC ErP and its related implementing measures This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility and safety standards However TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented In this case the persons who have connected implemented those options cables have to provide assurance that the system PC plus options cables still fulfils the required standards To avoid general EMC problems the following guidance should be noted E Only CE marked options should be connected implemented E Only best shielded cables should be connected User s Manual vii NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Working environment This product was designed to fulfil the EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility requirements to be observed for so called Residential commercial and light industry environments TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned Residential commercial and light industry environments For example the following environments are not approved E Industrial Environments e g environments where a mains voltage of 380 V three phase is used E Medical Environments E Automoti
141. talled in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack Improper installation could generate smoke or fire or cause the battery pack to rupture E Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children It can cause injury E The battery pack are lithium ion batteries which can explode if not replaced used handled or disposed of properly Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements E The computer s RTC battery is a lithium battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative The battery can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations E Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened E Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data could be lost Never remove the battery pack while the Wake up on LAN function is enabled Data will be lost Before you remove a battery pack disable the Wake up on LAN function Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the DC IN Battery indicator wi
142. ter again If this has no effect check the Boot Priority setting within the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility please refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 4 Utilities amp Advanced Usage for further information The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented in this instance you should run the disk Defragmentation utility to check the condition of your files and the hard disk drive Please refer to the operating system s documentation or online Help File for further information on operating and using the Defragmentation utility As a last resort you should reformat the hard disk drive and then reload the operating system and all other files and data If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider User s Manual 6 8 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Memory Media Card For further information please refer to Chapter 3 Operating Basics Problem Memory media card error occurs You cannot write to a memory media card You cannot read a file Pointing device Procedure Remove the memory media card from the computer and then reinsert it in order to ensure it is firmly connected If the problem persists then you should refer to the documentation supplied with your memory media card for further information Remove the memory media card from the computer and check to ensure that it is not write protected Check to ensure the required fi
143. the password A dialogue box will appear to allow you to set the password To enter a user password 1 Select Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password Enter a password of up to 8 characters The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisk 2 Click OK The following message appears allowing you to verify the password Verify Password 3 If character strings match the password is registered Click OK If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 Entry Error To delete a user password 1 Select Not Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password 2 Enter the currently registered password The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks 3 Click OK If the character string you enter matches the registered password the password option is reset and the display changes to Not registered If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 Incorrect Password User s Manual 4 11 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Owner String This blank field is used to display a message when the password field is displayed on startup If a password is not registered the message will not be shown The maximum length is 256 characters Display This tab lets you customize your computer s display settings for either the internal display or an external monitor Power On Disp
144. these characters using their specific ASCII codes 1 Hold down ALT with the overlay on or ALT FN with overlay off 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code of the character you require 3 Release ALT or ALT FN the ASCII character will appear on the display screen TOSHIBA Disc Creator You can use TOSHIBA Disc Creator when you connect external ODD Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator m DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator E DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator s Audio CD function to record music to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media E Do not use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator in order to copy DVD Video or DVD ROM material that has copyright protection E DVD RAM discs cannot be backed up using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator User s Manual 3 7 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or
145. tions This feature lets you turn off the power to the computer without exiting from your software The contents of main memory are automatically saved to the hard disk drive so that when you next turn the power on again you can continue working right where you left off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 1 Getting Started for more details If you have to interrupt your work you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you next turn on the power you can continue working right where you left off This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to the USB ports For example if a mouse or USB keyboard is connected to a USB port clicking the mouse button or pressing the keyboard will wakeup the computer User s Manual 4 6 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Using the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility The TOSHIBA Sleep Utility is pre installed in some models It is used for changing settings of Sleep and Charge function and Sleep and Music function It also displays the remaining battery capacity Sleep and Charge J Your computer can supply USB bus power DC5V to the USB port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF Power OFF includes Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or shutdown state This function can be us
146. uman contact during normal operation is minimized In the usual operating configuration the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20cm Please refer to the computer user s manual for the details regarding antenna location The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s website www hc sc gc ca Caution Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25GHz frequency range User s Manual D 5 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Taiwan Article 12 Without permission granted by the NCC any company enterprise or user is not allowed to change frequency enhance transmitting power or alter original characteristic as well as performance to an approved low power radiofrequency devices Article 14 The low power radio frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere legal communications If found the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved The said legal communications means radio communications is operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act The low power radio frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices Using this equipment in Japan
147. ur computer A specific hot key function automatically locks the system providing data security User s Manual 4 5 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Intelligent power supply Battery save mode Panel power on off Low battery automatic Hibernation Mode Heat dispersal Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode USB Wakeup function A microprocessor in the computer s intelligent power supply detects the battery s charge automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor This can be specified in the Power Options This feature lets you configure the computer in order to save battery power This can be specified in the Power Options This feature automatically turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the display panel is opened This can be specified in the Power Options When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued the system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down This can be specified in the Power Options To protect against overheating the processor has an internal temperature sensor so that if the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered This can be specified in the Power Op
148. ve Environments E Aircraft Environments Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA The consequences of the use of this product in non approved working environments may be E Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area Malfunction of or data loss from this product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non approved working environments before use In the case of automobiles or aircraft the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission before use of this product Furthermore for general safety reasons the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted VCCI Class B Information CORBIS JIABERMRNRE CT COREL Ri CE FAY SCeeBWELTHWETA CORBMIYA PTLE VAY SSE EICUTRL CRACNSL SMBS SHCTCEMHVET Fy thai HAS HE gt TELL RY RUSELTCESLY VCCI B User s Manual viii NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Canadian regulatory information Canada only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications Note that
149. vice To change the default device click the Set Default Device button under the chosen device tab Information Click the information button to view hardware information software information and language setting Power Management The audio controller in your computer can be turned off when the audio function is not used To adjust the configuration of audio power management click the Power Management button Speaker Configuration Click the Auto Test button to confirm the internal speakers or the headphone sound is coming from the right direction Sound Effects This section explains how to select various sound effects E Environment simulates reverberations of sound for familiar environments around us You can select an existing preset in the menu E Equalizer raises or lowers a frequency of sound to simulate a popular genre of music You can select an existing preset in the menu E Karaoke cancels the specific frequency of sound and results in the Voice Cancellation Clicking the Karaoke icon lowers the vocal sound within music Using the arrow buttons will adjust the musical key of the sound Microphone Effects Microphone Effects are only found within Microphone window Noise Suppression reduces background noise and fan noise E Acoustic Echo Cancellation reduces feedback and feedback echo Default Format You can change the sample rate and bit depth of sound User s Manual 3 28 NB5
150. w E R 1i Y U l 0 P i y OA S D F G H J K L aad i ENTER lt x SHIFT Z x c v B N M PGUP SHIFT PGON a CTRL FN ALT f Q ALT B CTRL lt v gt tt The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country region your computer is configured for with keyboards being available for numerous languages In use there are six different types of keys specifically typewriter keys function keys soft keys Hot keys Windows special keys and the keypad overlay EN AN Never remove the key caps on your keyboard Doing so could cause damage to the parts under the key caps Keyboard indicators The following figure shows the position of the CAPS LOCK indicator which shows the following condition E When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed User s Manual 3 2 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Figure 3 3 CAPS LOCK indicator 1 CAPS LOCK indicator CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format Function keys F1 F12 The function keys not to be confused with the special FN key are the twelve keys at the top of your
151. wer and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer E Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor E Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of the unit Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury E Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of use Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region E Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug E When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor
152. y This utility includes wizard functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating status and execute the system backup To access the utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HDD SSD Alert User s Manual 4 3 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series TOSHIBA Service Station TOSHIBA Sleep Utility TOSHIBA Bulletin Board TOSHIBA ReelTime This application allows your computer to automatically search for TOSHIBA software updates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that are specific to your computer system and its programs When enabled this application periodically transmits to our servers a limited amount of system information which will be treated in strict accordance with the rules and regulations as well as applicable data protection law To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Service Station This utility is preinstalled in some models which is able to enable or disable the following functions E Sleep and Charge By connecting to the USB port with the icon devices such as digital audio players are able to charge even when the computer is in Standby Sleep Mode Hibernation Mode or shutdown state E Sleep and Music By connecting the audio cable to the Microphone jack devices such as digital audio players are able to play sound with the computer s built in speaker even when the computer is in Standby Sleep Mode Hibern
153. y questions about using Wireless LAN or Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA In Europe visit http Avww toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm Your Bluetooth product is not compatible with devices using Bluetooth Version 1 0B specifications Wireless Devices and your health Wireless products like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless products however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because Wireless products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Wireless products is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless products may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include E Using the Wireless products equipment on board of airplanes or E In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or enviro
154. y data written to a CD RW DVD RW or DVD RW disc Data Verification To verify that data has been written or rewritten correctly to a data CD DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write rewrite process 1 0 Display the setting dialog box by one of the following two steps Click the Recording settings button S for writing on the main toolbar in the Data CD DVD mode Select Settings for Each Mode gt Data CD DVD in the Settings menu Mark the Verify Written Data check box Select File Open or Full Compare mode Click the OK button User s Manual 3 8 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information Wireless communications The computer s wireless communication function supports some wireless communication devices Only some models are equipped with both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions E Do not use the Wireless LAN Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionalities near a microwave oven or in areas subject to radio interference or magnetic fields Interference from a microwave oven or other source can disrupt Wi Fi or Bluetooth operation Turn all wireless functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation possibly resulting in serious inju
155. ystem image backup feature Creating Recovery Media l This section describes how to create Recovery Media E Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Media E Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery Media Creator E Do not run software such as screen savers which can put a heavy load on the CPU E Operate the computer at full power User s Manual 4 15 NB500 NB505 NB520 NB525 NB550D NB555D Series Do not use power saving features Do not write to the media when the virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background Do not use utilities including those intended to enhance hard disk drive access speed They may cause unstable operation and damage data Do not shut down log off or Sleep Hibernate while writing or rewriting the media Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subjected to vibrations such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use on an unstable surface such as a stand You can use DVD media when you connected the external ODD A recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the hard disk drive and can be copied to either DVD or USB Flash Memory by using the following steps 1 pmi o E Select either blank DVD or USB Flash Memory The application will allow you to choose from a variety of different media

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