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Toshiba Satellite L50D-B - User Manual

Toshiba Satellite L50D-B
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User's Manual
Satellite L50-B/L50D-B/L50t-
B/L50Dt-B
Satellite S50-B/S50D-B/
S50t-B/S50Dt-B

Table of Contents

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Toshiba Satellite L50D-B Specifications

General IconGeneral
Operating SystemWindows 8.1
Optical DriveDVD Super Multi Drive
RAM4GB DDR3L
Storage500GB HDD
Display15.6" HD (1366 x 768)
Weight2.2 kg
Battery4-cell Lithium Ion
Wireless802.11b/g/n
PortsHDMI, RJ-45, Headphone/Microphone combo
Dimensions380 x 259.9 x 23.5 mm

Summary

TOSHIBA Legal, Regulatory and Safety

Legal, Disclaimer, and Trademarks

Covers copyright, disclaimers, and trademark information.

Regulatory Information and FCC Compliance

Details regulatory information, FCC notices, and compliance conditions.

CE Compliance and Working Environment

Details CE compliance directives and approved/unapproved working environments.

Regional Regulatory Information (Japan, Canada, EU)

Information specific to Japan, Canada, and EU states regarding compliance and disposal.

Battery Disposal and REACH Compliance

Explains battery disposal and the REACH chemical regulation compliance statement.

Country-Specific Disposal and Video Notice

Provides disposal info for Turkey/India and a video standard notice.

OpenSSL Toolkit License Issues

Details the license terms for the OpenSSL toolkit.

FreeType License Issues

Explains the license terms for the FreeType project.

ENERGY STAR Program and Safety Instructions

Details ENERGY STAR compliance and safety for battery disposal and optical drives.

Label Location and General Precautions

Explains label location and provides general safety precautions for computer use.

Ventilation, Environment, and Stress Prevention

Covers proper ventilation, creating a suitable environment, and preventing stress injuries.

Heat Injury, Cleaning, and Moving Precautions

Discusses heat injury, proper cleaning, and safe methods for moving the computer.

Mobile Phone Interference, Safety Manual, and Icons

Covers mobile phone interference, references the safety manual, and explains safety icons.

Getting Started

Equipment Checklist and Conventions

Lists required hardware and explains manual conventions for clarity.

First-Time Computer Usage

Guides users through initial setup and usage of the computer.

Connecting the AC Adapter

Provides instructions on how to connect the AC adapter for power and charging.

AC Adapter and Power Cord Connection

Details steps for connecting the power cord to the AC adapter and then to the computer.

Opening the Display Panel

Explains how to open the computer's display panel safely and correctly.

Turning On the Power

Guides users on how to turn on the computer's power for the first time.

Initial Setup and Windows Navigation

Covers initial OS setup, getting to know Windows, Start screen, and Charms.

Windows Features and Sign-in Options

Details Windows features like Charms, Store, and sign-in options.

Turning Off the Computer

Explains how to turn off the computer using various modes like Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate.

Power Management Modes

Describes how to shut down, restart, and enter sleep mode for the computer.

Sleep and Hibernation Modes Explained

Details sleep mode limitations, hibernation, benefits, and execution steps.

Hibernation Mode Details

Covers benefits, starting, automatic hibernation, and data saving for Hibernation Mode.

The Grand Tour

Front View (Display Closed)

Identifies components on the front of the computer with the display closed.

Indicators and Left Side Ports

Explains indicators and details ports on the left side of the computer.

Right Side Ports and Features

Describes LAN, USB ports, optical drive, cooling vents, and right side components.

Right Side Ports Details

Provides details on headphone/mic, USB 3.0, USB 2.0/3.0, and HDMI ports.

Back, Underside, and Other Ports

Covers back panel, underside, RGB port, cooling vents, and security slot.

Underside Components and Open Display

Details underside cooling vents, battery pack, and the front view with the display open.

Front Components: Microphone, Camera, Wireless

Describes the microphone, web camera, and wireless communication antennas.

Display and Audio Features

Details the display screen, speakers, and display hinges.

Power Controls and Input Devices

Covers the power button, indicator, keyboard, and touch pad operations.

Touch Pad Controls

Explains the function of the touch pad control buttons for navigation.

Internal Hardware Components

Describes the internal battery pack and CPU, including their legal footnotes.

Storage and Memory Details

Covers HDD/SSD capacity, Video RAM, and memory modules with legal footnotes.

GPU and Display Power Saving

Explains GPU performance and Intel Display Power Saving Technology.

AMD Vari-Bright and Power Conditions

Details AMD Vari-Bright feature and power condition descriptions for battery status.

System Indicators Explained

Describes the DC IN/Battery and Power indicators and their meanings.

Operating Basics

Touch Screen Gestures

Explains various gestures for interacting with the touch screen.

Touch Pad Gestures

Details gestures for using the touch pad, including tap and scroll.

Keyboard Operation and Indicators

Covers keyboard usage, CAPS LOCK, NUM LOCK indicators.

Keyboard Indicators and Function Keys

Explains CAPS LOCK, NUM LOCK indicators and the use of function keys.

Windows Keys and ASCII Character Generation

Covers special Windows keys and generating ASCII characters via codes.

Optical Disc Drives: Formats and Usage

Details supported formats for DVD and Blu-ray drives and how to use them.

Removing and Ejecting Discs

Explains how to remove discs and manually eject the tray if needed.

Writable Discs and Writing Process

Covers types of writable discs and instructions for writing data.

Writing Disclaimer and Recommendations

Provides a disclaimer for writing discs and suggests compatible media manufacturers.

Writing Precautions and CyberLink PowerDVD Notes

Offers precautions for writing discs and notes on using CyberLink PowerDVD.

CyberLink PowerDVD Usage and Manual

Details display/audio settings, starting, operating, and accessing the manual for PowerDVD.

TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player

Introduces the TOSHIBA Blu-ray Disc Player software.

TOSHIBA Blu-ray Player Usage and Settings

Covers display/audio settings, starting, and operating the Blu-ray player.

3 D Playback on External Devices and Safety

Explains 3D playback on external devices and important safety information.

3 D Playback Notes and Capabilities

Provides further notes on 3D playback, including limitations and content types.

Battery Information: Battery Pack and RTC Function

Explains the battery pack as the main power source and the RTC function.

Battery Care and Charging Procedures

Details proper battery care, charging steps, and approximate charging times.

Battery Charging Notices and Monitoring

Provides notices on battery charging and methods to monitor battery capacity.

Maximizing Battery Life

Offers tips to maximize battery operating time and information on battery exhaustion.

LAN Connectivity: Cable Types and Connection

Explains LAN cable types and the process for connecting to a LAN.

Connecting LAN and Introduction to Memory Media

Details connecting the LAN cable and introduces memory media slots.

Memory Media Card Notes and Identification

Provides important notes on SD/SDHC/SDXC cards and identifying them by logo.

Memory Media Handling and Formatting

Covers media formatting, care precautions, and the write-protect feature.

Inserting and Removing Memory Media

Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting and removing memory media.

External Display Connectivity: Connecting External Displays

Explains how to connect external displays, including the RGB monitor port.

HDMI Out Port Connection

Details connecting external displays via the HDMI out port.

HDMI Display Video Settings

Covers configuring settings for optimal video display on HDMI devices.

Wireless Display and Settings Management

Explains wireless display technology and managing display settings.

Security and Accessories: Security Lock and Optional Accessories

Details how to connect a security lock and lists optional accessories.

Sound and Video Features: Sound System and Video Modes

Covers sound system controls and video mode configurations.

Audio Controls and Enhancements

Explains volume mixer, microphone level, audio enhancements, and DTS Sound.

Video Mode Configuration

Details how to configure video mode settings for optimal display.

Utilities and Advanced Usage

Overview of Utilities and Desktop Assist

Introduces utilities and applications, focusing on TOSHIBA Desktop Assist.

Key TOSHIBA Utilities

Describes essential utilities like Display, Password, System Settings, and media players.

Setup, Eco Utility, and Media Player

Covers BIOS setup, eco utility for power saving, and the media player.

Multimedia Management, Function Keys, and Service

Details CyberLink MediaStory, Function Key utility, and Service Station for updates.

PC Health, Media Enhancements, and Special Features

Covers PC Health Monitor, media enhancements, and special computer features.

Advanced Power Options: Power Management Features

Explains features like automatic power off, sleep/hibernate modes, and battery saving.

Sleep, Hibernation, USB Wakeup, and Heat Dispersal

Describes Sleep, Hibernation, USB Wakeup functions, and heat dispersal management.

TOSHIBA Password Utility: Managing User Passwords

Guides users on setting, deleting, and changing user passwords.

Supervisor Passwords and Password Startup

Explains supervisor password setup and how to start the computer with a password.

TOSHIBA System Settings: Configuring System Settings

Covers various system settings like BIOS, Sleep/Charge, Display, Boot, Keyboard, USB, SATA, and LAN.

USB Charging Features: USB Charge and Sleep;Charge Function

Explains USB charging capabilities, including Sleep and Charge.

USB Charging Modes and Battery Function

Details Auto Mode, Alternate Mode, and Function under Battery Mode for USB charging.

System ON CDP Charge and Media Player Usage

Explains System ON CDP Charge and usage notes for TOSHIBA Media Player.

Media Player Features and Limitations

Discusses media player features, limitations, and troubleshooting.

TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor: PC Health Monitor Functionality and Startup

Explains the PC Health Monitor application and how to start it.

System Recovery: Creating Recovery Media

Provides detailed steps for creating recovery media for system restoration.

Restoring from Created Recovery Media

Guides on restoring the system from previously created recovery media.

Restoring from Recovery Hard Disk Drive

Explains how to restore the system using the recovery partition on the hard disk drive.

Ordering Recovery Discs

Provides instructions on how to order product recovery discs from TOSHIBA.

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Solving Process and Checklist

Outlines a process for solving problems and a preliminary checklist for common issues.

Analyzing Problems: Software Issues

Guides on analyzing problems, focusing on software-related issues and error messages.

Hardware Issues and Program Responsiveness

Addresses hardware troubleshooting and what to do when programs stop responding.

Startup Issues and Hardware Checklist

Covers computer startup problems and a checklist for hardware issues.

Power-Related Troubleshooting: Overheating, AC Power, and Battery Issues

Addresses overheating shutdowns, AC power problems, and battery charging issues.

Clock, Keyboard, and Display Problems

Solves issues related to Real Time Clock, keyboard, and internal display panel.

Hard Disk Drive and Optical Drive Issues

Troubleshoots HDD boot problems, slow performance, and optical drive access.

Memory Card and Pointing Device Problems

Addresses memory card errors and touchpad operational issues.

USB Mouse and Touch Pad Pointer Issues

Solves problems with USB mouse operation and touchpad sensitivity/speed.

USB Device Connectivity Problems

Troubleshoots issues where USB devices are not recognized or working correctly.

Sleep and Charge Function Issues: Troubleshooting Sleep and Charge Function

Addresses problems using the Sleep and Charge function and battery depletion.

Sound System and External Monitor Issues

Solves problems with sound output and external monitor display.

LAN Access Problems

Provides steps to resolve issues when unable to access the Local Area Network.

Wireless LAN and Bluetooth Connectivity

Troubleshoots problems with Wireless LAN and Bluetooth device connectivity.

Getting Technical Support

Guides users on how to contact TOSHIBA for technical assistance and support.

Appendix and Specifications

Physical Dimensions and Environmental Requirements

Lists physical dimensions and environmental requirements for the computer.

Power Requirements and RGB Port Pin Assignment

Details power requirements and the pin assignment for the external RGB monitor port.

AC Power Cord and Certifications

Covers AC power cord specs and certification agencies for different regions.

Wireless Technology Interoperability Standards

Details interoperability standards for Wireless LAN and Bluetooth technologies.

Wireless Health and LAN Technology

Discusses health considerations for wireless devices and Wireless LAN technology.

RF Interference, Bluetooth, and Security

Covers RF interference, Bluetooth technology features, and security measures.

Radio Links and European Regulations

Explains radio links and provides European frequency usage restrictions.

European Frequency Restrictions

Details specific European frequency usage restrictions for Wireless LAN.

North American Regulatory Compliance (IC & FCC)

Covers Industry Canada (IC) and FCC compliance information for North America.

Taiwan and Japan Usage Regulations

Provides usage regulations for Taiwan and important notices for Japan.

Wireless and Bluetooth Indications and JEITA

Explains indications for Wireless LAN and Bluetooth, and information about JEITA.

Device Authorization and Radio Approvals: Wireless Device Authorizations and Country Approvals

Lists device authorizations and radio approvals by country/region.

Legal Footnotes: Non-applicable Icons and CPU Performance Notes

Explains non-applicable icons and legal footnotes on CPU performance.

Computing, Memory, and Battery Life Footnotes

Covers 64-bit computing, main system memory, and battery life footnotes.

Technical Specifications and Glossary

Details HDD capacity, LCD, GPU, Wireless LAN specs, copy protection, and glossary.

Glossary of Abbreviations: Technical Terminology Definitions

Lists and defines common technical abbreviations used in the manual.

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