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Toshiba Satellite L450D series User Manual

Toshiba Satellite L450D series
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TOSHIBA
Satellite L450/
Satellite Pro L450/
Satellite L450D/
Satellite Pro L450D series

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Toshiba Satellite L450D series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandToshiba
ModelSatellite L450D series
CategoryLaptop
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Copyright, Disclaimer, and Trademarks

Disclaimer

General statements about the manual's accuracy and liability.

Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks mentioned in the manual.

Regulatory Information

FCC Information and Conditions

Details FCC compliance notices, conditions, and contact information.

EU Declaration of Conformity

Statement of compliance with European harmonized standards.

Modem and Regional Notices

Modem Warning Notice

Warnings and statements regarding modem functionality and compatibility.

Japan Regulations

Specific regulations for modem use in Japan, including region selection.

Notes for Australia and New Zealand

Usage notes and warnings for users in Australia and New Zealand.

Important Notices and Precautions

Optical Disc Drive Safety Instructions

Safety guidelines for operating the optical disc drive.

Important Notice

General notices regarding copyright and product usage.

Preface

Conventions

Explains the formatting and symbols used in the manual.

General Precautions

Guidelines for safe and proper use of the computer to prevent injury or damage.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Equipment Checklist

Lists all hardware and software items included with the computer.

Software

Details the pre-installed operating system and utility software.

Documentation

Lists the accompanying manuals and license agreements.

Features

Describes the computer's hardware components and benefits.

Special Features

Highlights unique or advanced features for user convenience.

TOSHIBA Value Added Package

Explains pre-installed TOSHIBA component features and utilities.

Utilities and Applications

Describes pre-installed utilities and how to start them.

Options

Lists optional devices that can expand computer capabilities.

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

Front with the Display Closed

Identifies components on the computer's front when the display is closed.

Left Side Components

Identifies components on the computer's left side.

Right Side Components

Identifies components on the computer's right side.

Back Side Components

Identifies components on the computer's back side.

Underside Components

Identifies components on the computer's underside.

Front with the Display Open

Identifies components when the display panel is open.

System Indicators

Explains the function of various LED system indicators.

Keyboard Indicators

Describes the CAPS LOCK and keypad overlay indicators.

Optical Disc Drives

Details the computer's optical drive capabilities and region codes.

Chapter 3 Getting Started

Connecting the AC Adaptor

Provides steps and precautions for connecting the AC adaptor.

Opening the Display

Instructions on how to open the computer's display panel.

Turning On the Power

Steps for powering on the computer.

Starting Up for the First Time

Guidance for the initial operating system setup.

Turning Off the Power

Explains different modes for turning off the computer.

Restarting the Computer

Describes methods for restarting the computer.

System Recovery Options

Explains how to use system recovery tools.

Chapter 4 Operating Basics

Using the Touch Pad

Instructions on how to use the Touch Pad and its buttons.

Using Optical Disk Drives

Details on loading, removing, and writing to optical discs.

Writing CD/DVD on DVD Super Multi Drives

Explains how to write data to CD/DVD media.

Media Care

Provides tips for protecting CD, DVD, and floppy diskettes.

TOSHIBA Disc Creator

Explains the limitations and usage of TOSHIBA Disc Creator.

Using Corel DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA

Guides on making Labelflash DVDs and DVD-Videos.

Display Devices & Audio

Covers display settings and audio configurations.

Using the Web Camera

Instructions for using the web camera and its application.

Using TOSHIBA Face Recognition

Explains the face recognition utility for logging in.

Modem Operations

Details on connecting and disconnecting the internal modem.

Wireless LAN Setup

Information on setting up and securing the wireless LAN connection.

LAN Connection

Instructions for connecting and disconnecting to a LAN.

Cleaning the Computer

Guidelines for safely cleaning the computer.

Moving the Computer

Precautions to take when moving the computer.

Heat Dispersal

Explains how the computer manages heat to prevent overheating.

Chapter 5 The Keyboard

Typewriter Keys

Describes the basic letter, number, and symbol keys.

Function Keys: F1 … F12

Explains the purpose of the twelve function keys.

Soft Keys: FN Key Combinations

Details how to use the FN key with other keys for special functions.

Hot Keys

Lists hot keys for quick system configuration changes.

Keypad Overlay

Explains how to use the integrated numeric keypad overlay.

Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes

Power Conditions

Describes power status based on AC adaptor and battery.

Power Indicators

Explains the meaning of Battery, DC IN, and Power indicators.

Battery Pack Management

Information on battery types, care, charging, and monitoring.

Replacing the Battery Pack

Instructions for removing and installing the battery pack.

TOSHIBA Password Utility

Explains the User and Supervisor password settings.

Power-up Modes

Describes the computer's three power-up modes.

Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords

HW Setup Overview

Overview of the TOSHIBA HW Setup program and its capabilities.

Password Management

Instructions for setting or resetting User and Supervisor passwords.

Display Settings

Options for customizing display settings for internal or external monitors.

Boot Priority Configuration

How to set the computer's boot device priority.

Keyboard Settings

Settings related to keyboard functions like Wake-up on Keyboard.

LAN Settings

Settings for Wake-up on LAN and Built-in LAN functions.

Chapter 8 Optional Devices

Cards and Memory

Information on memory cards and expansion modules.

Additional Memory Module Installation

Instructions for installing and removing memory modules.

Power Devices

Information on additional battery packs, AC adaptors, and chargers.

Peripheral Devices

Details on connecting external monitors and USB floppy drives.

External Monitor Connection

How to connect an external monitor to the computer.

HDMI Connection

Information on connecting to a TV via HDMI.

Security Lock

How to attach a security cable to prevent theft.

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

Problem Solving Process

General guidelines for identifying and solving computer problems.

Preliminary Checklist

Basic checks to perform before diagnosing a problem.

Hardware and System Checklist

Lists common hardware and system areas prone to problems.

System Start-up Issues

Checks for issues preventing proper system startup.

Power Issues

Troubleshooting steps for AC power and battery issues.

Overheating Power Down

Explains causes and solutions for computer overheating.

Battery Problems

Troubleshooting steps for battery not powering or charging.

Keyboard Problems

Solutions for keyboard-related issues like garbled output.

Hard Disk Drive Issues

Steps for resolving hard disk drive issues.

Optical Disc Drive Problems

Troubleshooting for problems with the optical disc drive.

USB Floppy Diskette Drive Problems

Steps for troubleshooting the USB floppy diskette drive.

Memory Card Errors

Troubleshooting for memory card errors.

Pointing Device Issues

Solutions for issues with the Touch Pad or mouse.

Modem Problems

Troubleshooting for modem communication problems.

Wireless LAN Problems

Steps to troubleshoot wireless LAN access problems.

Video Playback Issues

Resolving issues with smooth video playback.

TOSHIBA Support

Information on how to contact TOSHIBA for technical assistance.

Chapter 10 Disclaimers

CPU Performance Disclaimer

Disclaimer on CPU performance variations.

64-Bit Computing Requirements

Requirements and compatibility for 64-bit computing.

Memory (Main System) Usage

Explains how system memory is used and limitations.

Battery Life Factors

Disclaimer on factors affecting battery life and replacement.

LCD Brightness and Eye Strain

Recommendation to adjust LCD brightness for eye comfort.

Appendix A Specifications

Environmental Requirements

Specifies operating and non-operating environmental conditions.

Power Requirements

Details the AC adaptor and computer power specifications.

Appendix B Display Controller

Display Controller Function

Explains how the display controller interprets commands for pixel output.

Appendix C V.90/V.92

V.90/V.92 Modem Mode

Details the modem's capabilities and transmission speeds.

Appendix D Wireless LAN

Card Specifications

Details the form factor, compatibility, and data rates of the wireless card.

Radio Characteristics

Explains factors affecting wireless signal range and performance.

Supported Frequency Sub-bands

Lists supported frequency bands and channels for wireless communication.

Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors

AC Power Cord Specifications

Details the length, wire size, and ratings for AC power cords.

Certification Agencies

Lists certification agencies for power cords in different regions.

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