Toshiba Satellite C50-a Manual

Connecting the LAN cableTo connect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below:Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable. The ACadaptor must remain connected during LAN use. If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN, the system may
hang up.
Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable.
Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may occur.
Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is
connected to the LAN jack. Otherwise,...

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.
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...

6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.Figure 4-8 Removing the memory module cover1. Screw2. Memory module cover
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
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7. Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slotand gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree anglebefore holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place. Figure 4-9 Seating the memory module1. Notch3. Slot A2. Slot B 
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
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...

8. 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.
Figure 4-10 Seating the memory module cover
1. Memory module cover2. Screw
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
9. Install the battery pack - refer to  Replacing the battery pack section, if
required.
10. Turn your computer over.
11. Turn the computer on and make sure the added memory is recognized - to confirmed it, click  Desktop -> Desktop Assist ->...

8. 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.
Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the
computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.
Figure 4-11 Removing the memory module
1. Latches
Product...

Please note that an adaptor is required to use miniSD/microSD Card.
Please note that not all memory media have been tested and verifiedto work correctly. Therefore, it is not possible to guarantee that allmemory media will operate properly.
The slot does not support Magic Gate functions.
Figure 4-12 Examples of memory media
 Secure Digital (SD) Card microSD card adaptor and
microSD card  MultiMediaCard (MMC)  
Points to note about the memory media card
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure...

Formatting a memory media card
Memory media cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specificstandards. If you reformat a memory card, be sure to reformat it with a
device such as digital camera or digital audio player that uses the 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...

Inserting memory mediaThe 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 front of the computer.
3. Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made. The memory media will be partially out of the slot.
Figure 4-13 Inserting memory media1. Memory media slot2. Memory mediaMake...

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 allows you to share your desktop or extend the desktoparea.
Connecting an external display Your computer comes with a built-in display, but you can also connectother external displays via available ports on the computer.
Some models may include the Triple Monitor function that can display
image on Triple...