Toshiba C50b User Guide
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Extending battery lifeTo maximize the life of your battery packs: At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges. Beforedoing 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...
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malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator regarding set-up procedures. If you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T), be sure to connect with a CAT5e cable or higher. You cannot use a CAT3 or CAT5 cable. 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 CAT3 cable. If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you can connect with a CAT3 or...
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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 cancause computer damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD/microSD Card. Please note that not all memory media...
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The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB. The maximum capacity of SDHC memory cards is 32GB. The maximum capacity of SDXC memory cards is 128GB. 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 a memory media card Memory media cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards. If you reformat a memory card, be sure to reformat it with a device...
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SD Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card)Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to record data. Inserting memory media The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To insert memory media, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Turn the memory media so that the contacts (metal areas) face down.2. Insert the memory media into the memory media slot on the computer. 3. Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection...
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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 inthe memory media could be lost. Do not remove only the miniSD/microSD Card while leaving the adaptor in the memory media slot. External Display Your computer video capabilities can be enhanced with additional displays.External displays...
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There are no fastening screws for an external monitor cable on theExternal RGB monitor port. However, external monitor cables which have connectors with fastening screws can still be used. 2. Turn the external monitor'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. When displaying desktop on an external analog monitor, desktop is sometimes displayed on the center of the monitor with black bars...
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Figure 4-9 Connecting the HDMI out port1. HDMI out port2. HDMI cablePlease do not plug/unplug an HDMI device under the following conditions: The system is starting up. The system is shutting down. When you connect a television or external monitor to the HDMI port, the display output device is set to HDMI. When you unplug the HDMI cable and re-plug it, please wait at least 5 seconds before you re-plug the HDMI cable again. When you change the display output device, the playback device may not switch...
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While communication is being carried out. Selecting HD Format To select the display mode, follow the steps as below: 1. Click Start -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Display -> Change display settings -> Advanced settings -> List All Modes . 2. Select one of the modes at List All Modes. Changing the display settings After one or more external displays are connected, the operating systemcan automatically detect, identify and setup the display settings. You can also manually manage...
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Figure 4-10 Security lock1. Security lock slot2. Security lock Optional TOSHIBA AccessoriesYou 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: Universal AC AdaptorIf you frequently use your computer at more than one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to...