Toshiba Satellite C55ta Manual

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...

Power indicatorThe Power  indicator glows white when the
computer is turned on. However, if you turn the
computer off into Sleep Mode, this indicator will
blink white.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.Memory media slotThis slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™/ SDXC™ memory card, miniSD™/microSD™
Card and MultiMediaCard™. Refer to...

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.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...

Figure 3-3 The right side of the computer1. Headphone jack5. HDMI out port*2. Microphone jack6. LAN jack*3. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 or 3.0)
port*7. External RGB monitor port*4. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port8. Cooling vents
* Provided with some models.
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Headphone jackA 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables
connection of stereo headphones.Microphone jackA 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables
connection of a mini jack for monaural
microphone...

Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0) portOne Universal Serial Bus port, which complies to
the USB 2.0 standard, is provided on the right
side of the computer.
The USB 2.0 port is not compatible with USB 3.0 devices.HDMI out portHDMI out port can connect with Type A
connector HDMI cable.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...

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.
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.
Figure 3-5 The underside of the computer
1. Battery lock3. Cooling vents2. Battery release...

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.
Front with the display open
This section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order toopen the display,...

Figure 3-6 The front of the computer with the display panel open1. Wireless communication antennas
(not shown)*8. Keyboard2. Microphone*9. Stereo speakers3. Web Camera LED*10. Power button4. Web Camera*11. Touch Pad5. Microphone*12. Touch Pad control button6. Display screen13. Touch Pad control button7. Display hinges 
* Provided with some models.
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
Wireless
communication
antennasSome computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless...

Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)
For more information regarding Wireless LAN, please refer to the  Legal
Footnotes  section.MicrophoneThe built-in microphone allows you to import and
record sounds for your application - please refer
to the  Sound System and Video mode  section for
more information.Web Camera LEDThe Web Camera LED glows when the Web
Camera is operating.Web CameraWeb Camera  is a device that allows you to
record video or take photographs with your
computer. You can use it for video chatting...

Stereo speakersThe speakers emit sound generated by yoursoftware as well as audio alarms, such as low
battery condition, generated by the system.Power buttonPress this button to turn the computer's power on or off.Touch PadThe Touch Pad located in the palm rest is usedto control the movement of the on-screen pointer.
To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move
your fingertip across it in the direction you want
the on-screen pointer to go.Touch Pad control
buttonsThe two buttons below the Touch Pad...