Toshiba Nb305 Manual

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Introduction
Software
The computers internal display panel supports high-resolution video 
graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum 
comfort and readability.
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are 
advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.
Access each function using the following procedures.
*1 To access the Power Options, click Start  Control Panel  
Performance and Maintenance  Power...

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Keypad overlayA ten-key numeric keypad is integrated into the 
keyboard. Please refer to the Keypad overlay 
section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for 
information on using this feature.
Power on passwordTwo levels of password security, supervisor and 
user, are available to prevent unauthorized 
access to your computer.
Instant securityA specific hot key function automatically locks the 
system providing data security.
Intelligent power 
supply 
*1A microprocessor in the...

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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, please refer to each utilitys online manual, help files or 
README.TXT file.Hibernation ModeThis 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...

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Options
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more 
powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:TOSHIBA PC 
Diagnostic ToolThe TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display 
basic system configuration information and allow 
the functionality of some of the computers built-
in hardware devices to be tested.
TOSHIBA 
AccessibilityThe TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides 
support to movement impaired users when they 
need to use the...

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Chapter 2
The Grand Tour
This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become 
familiar with each component before you operate the computer.
Front with the display closed
The following figure shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the 
closed position.
1. System indicators
Front of the computer with display closed
System indicators
The LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when 
those operations are in progress.
System...

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PowerThe Power indicator normally glows green when 
the computer is turned on. However, if you turn 
the computer off into Standby Mode, this 
indicator will flash amber - approximately two 
seconds on, one second off - both while the 
system is shutting down and while it remains in 
Standby Mode.
BatteryThe Battery indicator shows the condition of the 
batterys charge - green indicates the battery is 
fully charged, amber indicates the battery is 
charging, and flashing...

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Left side
The following figure shows the computers left side.
The left side of the computer
1. External monitor port 4. Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0) port
2. LAN jack 5. Bridge media slot
3. Thermal vent holes
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External monitor portThis port allows you to connect an external 
monitor 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) and Fast 
Ethernet LAN (100 megabits...

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Right side
The following figure shows the computer’s right side.
The right side of the computer
Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of 
the USB connectors. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, 
which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.
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...

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Back side
Figure below shows the computer’s back side.
The computer’s back side
DC IN 19V jackThe 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.
Security lock slotA security cable can be attached to this slot and 
then connected to a desk or...

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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.
The underside of the computer 1. Battery safety lock 4. Battery release latch
2. Speaker 5. Battery pack
3. Memory module slot
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Battery safety lockSlide this latch into its Unlock position in order 
to release the battery pack ready for removal.
SpeakerThe speaker emits sound generated...