Toshiba L50db Owners Manual

							In the Settings  charm, click  Power and then select  Restart.
Press CTRL, ALT  and  DEL simultaneously (once) to display the menu
window, and then select  Restart by clicking the power icon (
) in the
lower-right corner.
Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you are able to turn off the power withoutexiting 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 completelyshut down the computer. This includes turning off any wireless
communication functionalities, and cancelling settings that reactivate the computer automatically, such as a timer recording function. Failure tocompletely 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.Before entering Sleep Mode, be sure to save your data.
Do not switch to Sleep Mode while transferring data to external media,
such as USB devices, memory media or other external memory
devices. Data will be lost.
When the AC adaptor is connected, the computer will go into Sleep
Mode according to the settings in the Power Options (to access it,
click  Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> System and Security ->
Power Options  on the desktop).
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 TOSHIBA SystemSettings.
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 use the Hybrid Sleep function, configure it in the Power Options.
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							Benefits of Sleep Mode
The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits:
Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than theHibernation Mode feature.
Saves power by shutting down the system when the computerreceives no input or hardware access for the time period set by theSystem Sleep Mode feature.
Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Executing Sleep Mode
You can enter Sleep Mode in one of following ways:
Click the power icon () on the Start screen and then select  Sleep.
In the  Settings  charm, click  Power and then select  Sleep.
Close the display panel. Please note that this feature must be enabled
within the Power Options.
Press the power button. Please note that this feature must be enabled
within the Power Options.
When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left off
when you shut down the computer.
When the computer is in Sleep Mode, the Power indicator will blink
white.
If you 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:
Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.
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 feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to thecomputer.
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.User's Manual 2-11  
						

							Data will be lost if you disconnect the AC adaptor before the save iscompleted.
Do not switch to Hibernation Mode while transferring data to externalmedia, such as USB devices, memory media or other externalmemory devices, as data will be lost.
Benefits of Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits:
Saves data to the Hard Disk Drive when the computer automatically
shuts down because of a low battery condition.
You can return to your previous working environment immediately
when you turn on the computer.
Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by theSystem Hibernate feature.
Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Starting Hibernation Mode
To enter Hibernation Mode, click the power icon (  ) on the Start screen
and then select  Hibernate.
In order to show  Hibernate in Power menu, you need to setup according to
the following steps:
1. Click  Desktop Assist -> Control Panel -> System and Security ->
Power Options  on the desktop.
2. Click  Choose what the power button does  or Choose what closing 
the lid does .
3. Click  Change settings that are currently unavailable .
4. Select the  Hibernate check box from Shutdown settings.
5. Click the  Save changes  button.
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  Power Options  and then click Choose what the power button 
does  or Choose what closing the lid does .
2. Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for  When I press the 
power button  and When I close the lid .
3. Click the  Save changes  button.
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							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.
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
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							Chapter 3
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.Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the
surface.
Front with the display closed
The following figure shows the front of the computer with the display panel
in the closed position.
Figure 3-1 Front of the computer with display panel closed
1. Memory media slot*3. Wireless communication indicator2. DC IN/Battery indicator 
* One Memory media slot is provided either on the front or on the left side of your
computer.
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Memory media slotThis slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™/
SDXC™ memory card, miniSD™/microSD™
Card and MultiMediaCard™. Refer to the
Memory media  section for more information.Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of
the Memory media slot. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit,
which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.User's Manual 3-1123   
						

							DC IN/Battery
indicatorThe  DC IN/Battery  indicator shows the condition
of the DC IN and the battery's charge - white
indicates the battery is fully charged while the
power is being correctly supplied from the AC
power adaptor.
Please refer to the  Power Condition Descriptions
section for more information on this feature.Wireless
communication
indicatorThe  Wireless communication  indicator glows
amber when the Bluetooth or Wireless LAN
functions are turned on.
Only some models are equipped with Bluetooth
and Wireless LAN functions.
Left side
The following figure shows the left side of the computer. Figure 3-2 The left side of the computer
1. DC IN 19V jack4. Optical disc drive*2. LAN jack5. Cooling vents*3. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port6. Memory media slot**
* Provided with some models.
** One Memory media slot is provided either on the front or on the left side of your
computer.
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
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							DC IN 19V jackThe AC adaptor connects to this jack in order topower 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 jackThis jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor
has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10
megabits per second, 10BASE-T), or Fast
Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,
100BASE-TX). Some models are equipped with
a Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per
second, 1000BASE-T). Refer to  Operating
Basics , for details.Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack. It could
cause damage or malfunction.Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0) portOne Universal Serial Bus port, which complies to
the USB 2.0 standard, is provided on the left side
of the computer.
The USB 2.0 port is not compatible with USB 3.0 devices.Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all
functions of all USB devices that are available. Some functions
associated with a specific device might not operate properly.
Before removing a USB device from the USB port of your computer,
click the  Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media  icon on the
Windows Taskbar, and then select the USB device that you want to
remove.
Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of
the USB port. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.Optical disc driveThe computer may be configured with a DVD
Super Multi drive or Blu-ray™ Writer drive.2.6GB and 5.2GB DVD-RAM media cannot be read from or written to.User's Manual 3-3    
						

							Cooling ventsThe cooling vents help the processor to avoidoverheating.Memory media slotThis slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™/ SDXC™ memory card, miniSD™/microSD™
Card and MultiMediaCard™. Refer to the
Memory media  section for more information.
Right side
The following figure shows the right side of the computer. Figure 3-3 The right side of the computer
1. Headphone/Microphone combo jack5. External RGB monitor port*2. Universal Serial Bus (USB 3.0) port6. Cooling vents*3. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 or 3.0)
port7. Security lock slot4. HDMI out port 
* Provided with some models.
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Headphone/
Microphone combo
jackA 3.5 mm mini headphone/microphone combo
jack enables connection of a monaural
microphone or a stereo headphone.Universal Serial Bus
(USB 3.0) portOne Universal Serial Bus port, which complies to
the USB 3.0 standard, is provided on the right
side of the computer.
The USB 3.0 port is compliant with USB 3.0
standard and backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices.
The port with the icon ( 
 ) has Sleep and Charge
function.
USB 3.0 port(s) may work as USB 2.0 port(s) when operating in USB Legacy Emulation mode.User's Manual 3-4 1745632     
						

							Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0 or 3.0) portOne Universal Serial Bus port, which complies to
the USB 2.0 or 3.0 standard, is provided on the
right side of the computer.
The USB port type may vary depending on the
model you purchased. The port with blue color is
USB 3.0 port.HDMI out portHDMI out port can connect with Type A
connector HDMI cable.External RGB monitor
portThis port provides 15-pin, analog RGB port. Please refer to the  External RGB monitor port pin
assignment  section for information on external
RGB monitor port pin assignment. This port
allows you to connect an external RGB monitor
to the computer.Cooling ventsThe cooling vents help the processor to avoid overheating.Security lock slotA security cable can be attached to this slot andthen connected to a desk or other large object in
order to deter theft of the computer.
Back
The following figure shows the back of the computer. Figure 3-4 The back of the computer
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Underside The following figures show the underside of the computer. You should
ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to
avoid causing any damage.
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							Figure 3-5 The underside of the computer1. Cooling vents2. Battery pack
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Cooling ventsThe cooling vents help the processor to avoidoverheating.Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such as
screws, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire,possibly resulting in serious injury.
Carefully clean the dust on the cooling vents’ surface using a soft cloth.Battery packThe 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 the
Battery  section.
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