Satellite A80 1-11
Satellite A80 Features
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are 
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify the 
system configuration directly from the keyboard 
without running a system configuration program.
Display Automatic 
Power off
This feature automatically cuts off power to the 
internal display when there is no input from the 
keyboard or pointing device for a time specified. 
Power is restored when any key is pressed or 
when there is input from a pointing device. You 
can specify the time in the TOSHIBA Power Saver 
utility.
HDD Automatic Power 
off
This feature automatically cuts off power to the 
hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time 
specified. Power is restored when the hard disk 
is accessed. You can specify the time in the 
TOSHIBA Power Saver utility.
System Automatic 
Standby/Hibernation
This feature automatically brings the system to 
standby mode or Hibernation mode when there is 
no input or hardware access for a time specified. 
You can specify the time and select either System 
Standby or System Hibernate in the TOSHIBA 
Power Saver utility.
Keypad Overlay Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, 
The Keyboard
, for instructions on using the 
keypad overlay.
Power-on Password Two levels of password security are available: 
supervisor and user. This feature prevents 
unauthorized access to your computer.
Battery Save Mode This feature lets you save battery power. You can 
specify the Power Save Mode in the Profile item 
in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Instant Security A hotkey function blanks the screen providing 
quick and easy data security.