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User ’ s Manual NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525 NB550D/NB555D Series[...]

User ’s Manual ii NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series T able of Contents Copyright..................... .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. ........ v Disclaimer ............. .............. .............. .............. ................. .............. ........... v T r ademarks ........... .......[...]

User ’s Manual iii NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Wireless communicati ons ..................... .............. .............. ................. .. 3-9 LAN .......... .............. .............. ................. .............. .............. .............. ...... 3-12 Optional devices .................... ................. ......[...]

User ’s Manual iv NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Chapter D Information for Wireless Devices Wireless LAN Interoperability..... .............. ................. .............. ............. D-1 Bluetooth wireless technology Intero perability ........ ................. ........ D-1 CAUTION about Wireless Devices ........... ..........[...]

User ’s Manual v NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Copyright © 2010 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No p at ent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein. First ed[...]

User ’s Manual vi NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Wi-Fi is a registered trade ma rk of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association. MultiMediaCard and MMC are tradema rks of Mu ltiMediaCard Association. Atheros is a registered trademark or Atheros Communication, Inc. Realtek is a registered tradema[...]

User ’s Manual vii NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subj ect to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interfere nce. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera ti[...]

User ’s Manual viii NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series W orking environmen t This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (Electromag netic Compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called “Residenti al, commercial and light industry environments”. TOSHIB A do not approve the use of this product in working environmen ts other[...]

User ’s Manual ix NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Canadian regulatory in formatio n (Canada only) This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications. Note that Canadian De partment of Co[...]

User ’s Manual x NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Disposal of batteries a nd/or accumulators Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries ■ Discard this compu ter in acco rdance with appli cable laws and regulations. For further information, cont act y our local government. ■ This computer contains rechargeable batt[...]

User ’s Manual xi NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series REACH - Compliance St atement The new European Union (EU) chemical regulation, REACH (R egistration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemica ls), entered into force on 1 June 2007. T oshiba will meet all REACH requireme nts and is committed to provide our customers with i[...]

User ’s Manual xii NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Preface Congratulations on your purchase of th is computer . This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expans ion capability , includes multime dia functionality , and is designed to prov ide years of reliable, high-pe rformance computing. This manual tells how to set up and[...]

User ’s Manual xiii NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Display Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is identified a s shown below . T erminology This term is defined in this document as follows: S ABC Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer t[...]

User ’s Manual xiv NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety , minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability . Ho wever, cert ain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damag e to the computer . Be certain to read the genera[...]

User ’s Manual xv NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series S tress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual fo r Safety and Comfor t . It contains information on the prevention of stre ss injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by exte nsive keyboar d use. It also in cludes information on work space design, posture and lighti[...]

User ’s Manual 1-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Chapter 1 C h a p t e r 1 Getting S t arted This chapter provides an equ ipment checklist, and basic informa tion to start using your computer . Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your comp uter , taking ca re to save the box and packaging materials for future use. Hardware Check t[...]

User ’s Manual 1-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series ■ TOSHIBA eco Utility ■ TOSHIBA Bulletin Board ■ TOSHIBA ReelT ime ■ Online Manual ■ TOSHIBA NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB55 0D/NB555D Series User's Manual (This manual) * Y ou may not have all the softwares listed above depending on the model you purchased. Getting St ar[...]

User ’s Manual 1-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Connecting the A C adaptor Attach the AC adaptor when you need to cha rge the battery or you want to operate from AC power . It is also th e fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power . The AC adaptor can aut[...]

User ’s Manual 1-4 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor . Figure 1-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (2-pin plug) Figure 1-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adap tor (3-pin plug) 2. Connect the AC adaptor ’s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the left of the computer . Fi[...]

User ’s Manual 1-5 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series 3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the DC IN/Battery indicator on the front of the computer should glow . Opening the disp lay The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main [...]

User ’s Manual 1-6 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series T urning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator wil l then indicate the status. Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 5, Power and Powe r-Up Modes fo r more information. 1. Open the display panel. 2. Press and[...]

User ’s Manual 1-7 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series T urning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down Mode, Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode. Shut Down Mode When you turn off the power in Shut Do wn Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the opera ting system's main screen [...]

User ’s Manual 1-8 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provide s the following benefits: ■ Restores the previous workin g environment more ra pidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature. ■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for [...]

User ’s Manual 1-9 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer . Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions: ■ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down. ■ Memory circuits are exposed to st at[...]

User ’s Manual 1-10 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series T o enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below . 1. Click Start . 2. Point to the arrow icon ( ) and then select Hibernate from the menu. Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to ent er Hibernation Mode auto matically when you press the power button or clos e[...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Chapter 2 C h a p t e r 2 The Grand T our This chapter identifies the vari ous components of the computer - it is recommended that you become familiar with each before you operate th e computer . Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer ’s front with it[...]

User ’s Manual 2-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Memory media slot This slot lets yo u inse rt an SD™/SDHC™ memory card, miniSD™/microSD™ Card and MultiMediaCard™. Refe r to the Optional devices section in Chapter 3, Op erating Basics for more information. DC IN/Battery indicator The DC IN/Battery indicator shows the cond[...]

User ’s Manual 2-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Lef t side The following figures show the co mputer ’s left side. Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model yo u purchased. 1. Security lock slot 6. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port 2. DC IN 19V jack 7. Micropho[...]

User ’s Manual 2-4 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series ■ Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cabl e to the LAN jack. It could cause damage or malfunction. ■ Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply . It could cause damage or malfunction. Cooling ve nts The cooling vents help keep the processor from overheating. External m[...]

User ’s Manual 2-5 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Right side The following figure shows the comp uter ’s right side. Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer Headphone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables connection of stereo head phones or other devic e for audio output. When you connect he adphones, the internal s[...]

User ’s Manual 2-6 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Back The following figure shows the comp uter ’s back. Figure 2-4 The back of the computer Underside The following figure shows the undersi de of the computer . Y ou shou ld ensure that the disp lay is closed befo re the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage. 1. Batte[...]

User ’s Manual 2-7 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer * Provided with some models. Product appearance depends on the model yo u purchased. 1. Battery lock 3. S peakers* 2. Battery release latch 4. Memory module slot 1 2 4 3 Battery lock Slide the battery lock to release the battery pack ready for[...]

User ’s Manual 2-8 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Front with the display op en This section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to open the display , lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you. Figure 2-6 The front of the computer with th e display panel open * Provided with[...]

User ’s Manual 2-9 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Wireless LAN antennas Some computers i n this series are e quipped with the Wireless LAN an tennas. Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN) For more information regarding Wirele ss LAN, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C. Wireless W AN antennas Some computers i n this se[...]

User ’s Manual 2-10 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Legal Footnote (LCD) For more information regarding LCD, please refer to the Lega l Footnotes section in Appendi x C. Power button Press this button to turn the computer's power on and off. LCD Sensor switch This switch senses when the display panel is either closed or opened a[...]

User ’s Manual 2-1 1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Internal Hardware Component s This section describes the internal hardw are components of your computer . The actual specifications ma y vary depending on the model you purchased. CPU The processor type varies d epending on model . T o check which type of pro cessor is included in [...]

User ’s Manual 2-12 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System)) For more information regarding Memory (Main System), please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix C. Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display performance. Legal Footnote (Graphics Pr ocessor Unit ("GPU")[...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Chapter 3 C h a p t e r 3 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer , highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it. Using the T ouch Pad T o use the T ouch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you wa[...]

User ’s Manual 3-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series T ouch pad gesture Please refer to the touch pad settings in mouse properties. The Keyboard The computer ’s keyboard layouts ar e compatible with a 104/105-key enhanced keyboard - by pressing some keys in combination, all of the 104/105-key enhance d keyboard functions can be perfo[...]

User ’s Manual 3-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Figure 3-3 CAPS LOCK indicator Function keys: F1 … F12 The function keys (not to be confused with the special FN key) are the twelve keys at the top of your key board - these keys function differentl y from other keys. F1 through F12 are called functi on keys because they execute p[...]

User ’s Manual 3-4 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series ■ Press FN + F10 or FN + F1 1 to access the computer's integrated keypad. When activated, the keys with grey marki ngs on their bottom edge become either numeric keypad ke ys (F N + F1 1) or cursor co ntrol keys (FN + F10). Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in this ch[...]

User ’s Manual 3-5 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series ■ Power Plan Pressing FN + F2 changes the power settings. ■ Sleep Pressing FN + F3 switches the system to Sleep Mode. ■ Hibernate Pressing FN + F4 switches the system to Hibernation Mode. ■ Output Pressing FN + F5 changes the active display devi ce. ■ Brightness Do wn Press[...]

User ’s Manual 3-6 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series FN S ticky key Y ou can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Ut ility to make the FN key sticky , that is, you can press it once, release it, and then press an "F Number" key . T o start the T OSHIBA Accessibility utility , click St art -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utili[...]

User ’s Manual 3-7 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series 3. Release FN key to continue using the selected overlay function. T emporarily using overlay (overlay off) While using the normal keyboard function, you can temporaril y use the keypad overlay without having to turn it on: 1. Hold down FN key and the keyboard will turn on the most r[...]

User ’s Manual 3-8 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series ■ Y ou ca nnot back up CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW media to DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer) or DVD+RW media using the "Disc Backup" function of T OSHIBA Disc Creator . ■ Y ou ca nnot back up DVD-ROM, DVD Video, DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW , DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer) or DV[...]

User ’s Manual 3-9 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information. Wireless com munications The computer ’s wireless communication function supports some wireless communication devi ces. Only some models are equipped wit h b[...]

User ’s Manual 3-10 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Setting 1. Please make sure that the Wireless Communi cation function is on. 2. Click S t art -> Control Pane l -> Network and Inte rnet -> Network and Sharing Center . 3. Click Set up a new connecti on or network . 4. Follow the wizard. Y ou will n eed the name o f the wir[...]

User ’s Manual 3-1 1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations. Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been design ed for operation in the license-free 2.4 GHz and 5GHz band, local radio regulations may impose a nu mber of limitations to the use of wireless com[...]

User ’s Manual 3-12 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Bluetooth Stack fo r Windows by TOSHIBA Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following operating systems: ■ Windows 7 Information regard ing the use of th is software with these operating syste ms is listed below , with further details being contained wi[...]

User ’s Manual 3-13 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series LAN cable types If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE- TX), be sure to connect with a CA T5 cable or higher . Y ou cannot use a CA T3 cable. If you are using Ethernet LAN (1 0 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you can connect with a CA T3 or higher ca bl[...]

User ’s Manual 3-14 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series 3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hu b connector or router . Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring a netw ork connection. Optional devices Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versati[...]

User ’s Manual 3-15 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Figure 3-5 Examples of memory media Memory medi a This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media. Points to note about the SD/SDHC memor y card SD/SDHC memory cards compl y with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technolog[...]

User ’s Manual 3-16 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Memory media format New medi a cards are f ormatted ac cording to specific standards. If you wish to reformat a media card, be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards. Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card SD/SDHC memory cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specif[...]

User ’s Manual 3-17 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series About the write-protect The following memory media ha ve a function for protect. ■ SD Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card) Inserting a memory me dia The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s. T o insert a memory media , follow the step s as deta[...]

User ’s Manual 3-18 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Removing a memor y media The following instru ctions apply to all types of supported media device s. T o remove a memory media, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Open the Safely Remove Hard ware and Eject Media icon on the Windows T askbar. 2. Point to memory media and click th[...]

User ’s Manual 3-19 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Inst alling a mem ory modu le T o install a memory module, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Shut down the comp uter - make sure the Pow er indicator is off (refer to the T urning off the power section in Chapter 1, Getting S tarted if required). 2. Remove the AC ad aptor and a[...]

User ’s Manual 3-20 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Figure 3-8 Seating the memory module 8 . S e a t t h e m e m o r y m o d u l e c o v e r i n p l a c e a n d s e c u r e i t w i t h t h e s c r e w s . 1. Notch 2. Slot 1 2 ■ Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and p aper clips, to enter the computer. Foreign met a[...]

User ’s Manual 3-21 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Figure 3-9 Seating the memory module cover 9. Install the battery pa ck - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 5, Power and Powe r-Up Modes, if required. 10. Turn your co mputer over . 1 1. Turn the computer on and make su re the added memory is recognized - to con[...]

User ’s Manual 3-22 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Figure 3-10 Removing the memory module 9. Seat the memory module cover in p lace and secure it with the screw . 10. Install the battery p ack. 1 1. T urn your computer over . ■ Do not touch the connectors on the memory modul e or on the computer . Debris on the connectors may caus[...]

User ’s Manual 3-23 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series External monitor Some models are e quipped with a n external moni tor port. An external analog monitor can be connected to the external mo nitor port on the computer . T o connect a monitor , follow the steps as detailed below: Connecting the mo nitor cable 1. T urn the computer&apo[...]

User ’s Manual 3-24 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series HDMI Some models are equip ped with an HDMI out port. An HDMI monitor can be connected to the HDMI out port on the comp uter . T o connect monitor , follow the steps as det ailed below: Connecting the H DMI out port 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI out port of the HDM[...]

User ’s Manual 3-25 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Settings for display video o n HDMI T o view video on the HDMI device, be sure to configure th e following settings otherwise you may find that nothing is displayed. Select HD Form at T o select the display mode, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click Start and click Control P[...]

User ’s Manual 3-26 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Connecting the secu rity lock In order to connect a security cable to the computer , follow the steps as detailed below: 1. T urn the computer so it s left side faces you. 2. Align the security cable with the lock slot and secure it in place. Figure 3-13 Security lock Optional T OSH[...]

User ’s Manual 3-27 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Sound System This section describes some of the audio control functions. Adjusting System V olume Y ou can control the overall leve l of sound using Windows Volume Mixer . T o launch V olume Mixer , follow the steps below . 1. Locate the Speakers icon on the task tray . 2. Right-cli[...]

User ’s Manual 3-28 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series 3. On the Enhancement s tab select the sound effects you would like, and click Apply . Realtek HD Audio Manager Y ou can confirm and ch ange the audi o configuration using the Realte k Audio Manager . T o launch the Realtek Audio Manager , click S tart -> Control Panel , select L[...]

User ’s Manual 3-29 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Dolby Advanced Audio This function is su pported with some models. Dolby Advanced Audio provides a stun nin g listening experience from any pair of speakers or headphones. Adding a new level of realism to movies, music, and games, this is the quality audio customers have been missin[...]

User ’s Manual 3-30 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series V ideo mode Video mode settings are configured via the Screen Resolu tion dialog. T o open the Screen Resolution dialog, click St art -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Person alization -> Display -> Change display settings . Computer Ha ndling This section explains comp[...]

User ’s Manual 3-31 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Moving the comp uter While the computer is designed for fl exible day-to -day usage you sh ould exercise a few simple p recautions when moving i t in order to help ensure trouble-free opera tion. ■ Before moving the computer , it is recommended that you change the setting associat[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Chapter 4 C h a p t e r 4 Utilities & Advanced Usage This chapter describ es the utlities a nd special features in this comp uter , and the advanced usage of some utilites. Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre-installed uti lities that come with the computer [...]

User ’s Manual 4-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic T ool The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic T ool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer's built-in hardware devices to be tested. TOSHIBA Flash Cards The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick way to modify[...]

User ’s Manual 4-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user i nterface that provides access to specific tools, utilities and applications that make the use and configuration of the computer easier . TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIB A ConfigFree is a suite of util ities that improve the ease and contr[...]

User ’s Manual 4-4 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series TOSHIBA Service Stat io n This application all ows your computer to automatically search for TOSHIBA sof tware updates or other alerts from TOSHIBA that are specific to your computer system and it s programs. When enabl ed, this appli cation periodically transmits to our servers a li[...]

User ’s Manual 4-5 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Sp ecial features The following features are eithe r un ique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which ma ke the computer more con venient to use. Access each function using the following proce dures. *1 T o access the Power Options, click S t art -> Control Panel -> [...]

User ’s Manual 4-6 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Intelligent power supply *1 A microprocessor in the computer's intelligent power supply detects the battery's charge, automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions su ch as a voltage overload from the AC [...]

User ’s Manual 4-7 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Using the T OSHIBA Sleep Utility The TOSHIBA Sleep Utility is pre-installed in some models. It is used for changing settings of "Sleep and Charge function " and "Sleep and Music function". It also displays the remaining battery capacity . Sleep and Charge Y our co[...]

User ’s Manual 4-8 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Sleep and Music Y our can use your computer ’s speaker fo r the portable audio devi ce, even when the power of the computer i s turned OFF . "Power OFF" includes Sleep Mode, Hibernation Mode or shutdown state. The Microphone jack with th e icon supports the Sleep and Musi[...]

User ’s Manual 4-9 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series from Ty p i c a l M o d e to Alternate Mode (*1) to find the suitable mode for your USB device to charge. This function may not be able to be used with so me connected external devices even if the appropriate mode is selected. In this situation, clear the "Enable Sleep and Charg[...]

User ’s Manual 4-10 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series > SECURE -> Supervisor password . This utility lets you do the following: ■ Register or delete the supervisor password. ■ S pecify restrictions for general users. St arti ng the c omput er by password T o start up the computer with the user p assword, follow these steps: 1[...]

User ’s Manual 4-1 1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series General This window displays the BIOS/EC version and contains two buttons : Default and About . Setup This field displays the installed BIO S version , date and EC version . Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on. User Password Lets you regis[...]

User ’s Manual 4-12 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Owner S tring This blank field is used to display a message when the password field is displayed on startup. If a password is not registered the message will not be shown. The maximum length is 256 characters. Display This tab lets you customize your computer’s display settings fo[...]

User ’s Manual 4-13 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series T o change the boot drive, follow the steps below . 1. Hold down F12 and boot the computer . when the TOSHIBA Leading Innovation >>> screen appears, release the F1 2 key . 2. Use the up and down cursor keys to select the boot device you want and press ENTER . Boot Speed Thi[...]

User ’s Manual 4-14 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Power will be automatically turn ed on when a signal is received from an administrator's computer whic h is connected via a network. The following settings can be changed when the Built-in LAN is Enabled . Connect the AC adaptor when using the Wake-up on LAN function. The batte[...]

User ’s Manual 4-15 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series System Recovery There is a hidden partition allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options in the event of a problem. Y ou can also create recovery media and restore the system. The following items will be described in this section: ■ System Recovery Options ■ [...]

User ’s Manual 4-16 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series A recovery image of the software on your computer i s stored on the hard disk drive, and can be copied to eit her DVD or USB Flash Memory by using the following steps: 1. Select either blank DVD or USB Flash Memory . The application will allow you to choose from a variety of di ffer[...]

User ’s Manual 4-17 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series 1. Load the Recovery Media into the ex te rnal ODD or insert the recovery USB Flash Memory into one availabl e USB port. 2. T urn off the computer's power . 3. While holding down F12 key on the keyboard, tu rn on your co mputer - when the TOSHIBA Leading Inno vation >>>[...]

User ’s Manual 4-18 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Restoring the pre-in sta lled sof tware from the Recovery hard disk drive A portion of the total hard disk dr ive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition. This p artition stores files which can be used to restore pre-installed software in the event of a problem. If you su[...]

User ’s Manual 5-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Chapter 5 C h a p t e r 5 Power and Power-Up Modes The computer's powe r resources include the AC adaptor , battery pack and any internal batteries. This chapter provides details on making the most effective use of these resources, and includes informatio n on charging and chang[...]

User ’s Manual 5-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Monitoring of power condition As shown in the below table, the DC IN/Battery and Power indicato rs on the system indicator alert you to the computer ’s operating capability and battery charge status. DC IN/B attery indic ator Check the DC IN/Battery in dicator to determine the stat[...]

User ’s Manual 5-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Power i ndica tor Check the Power indicator to determine the pow er status of the computer - the following indicator conditions shou ld be noted: Battery This section explai ns battery types, use, recharging me thods and handling. Battery types The computer has differ ent types of ba[...]

User ’s Manual 5-4 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Leading Innovation >>> screen appears. Plea se refer to Chapter 6 T roubleshooting for further information. Care and use of the ba ttery p ack This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your battery pack properly . Refer to the enclosed Instruc[...]

User ’s Manual 5-5 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Procedures T o recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer , connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet - the DC IN/Battery indicator will glow amber while the battery is being charged. Tim e Refer to User Information G[...]

User ’s Manual 5-6 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Maximizing battery op erating time A battery's usefulness depends on how long it can su pply power on a single charge, while how long the c harg e lasts in a battery depends on: ■ Processor speed ■ Screen brightness ■ System Sleep Mode ■ System Hibernation Mode ■ Displ[...]

User ’s Manual 5-7 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Extending battery life T o maximize the life of your battery p acks: ■ At least once a mo nth, disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery powe r until the battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the steps as detailed below . ■ If you have[...]

User ’s Manual 5-8 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Removing the battery pa ck T o remove a discharged battery , follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Save your work. 2. T urn the computer's power off - ensure that the Power indicator is off. 3. Remove all cables and peri pherals that are connected to the computer . 4. Close the[...]

User ’s Manual 5-9 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Power-up modes The computer has three differ ent power-up modes as follows: ■ Shut Down Mode : The computer will shut down without saving data - in view of this you must always save your work before you turn the computer of f. ■ Hibernation Mode : Data in memory will be save d to[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Chapter 6 C h a p t e r 6 T r oubleshooting TOSHIBA have designed this computer for durability , however, should problems occur you are able to use the procedures detailed in this chapter to help determi ne the cause. All users should become familiar with this chapter as knowing what[...]

User ’s Manual 6-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series been loaded (please refer to the documentation included with th e optional accessories fo r further information on its inst allation and configuration). ■ Check all cables to ensure they are corre ctly and firmly attached to the computer - loose cables can cause signal e rrors. ■[...]

User ’s Manual 6-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series If something goes w rong Y our program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all ope rations, chances are the program has stopped respond ing. Y ou can exit the faile d program without sh utting down the operating system or closing other programs. T[...]

User ’s Manual 6-4 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery . Press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds. If you are using the AC adaptor , check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another dev[...]

User ’s Manual 6-5 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery , you should check the status of the DC IN/Battery indicator . Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn’t power the computer Check the connections to make sure that the power cord/adaptor is firmly connected to the computer and a working [...]

User ’s Manual 6-6 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Battery doesn’t charge when the AC adaptor is attached If the battery is complete ly discharged, it will not begin charging immediately , in th ese instances you should wait a few minutes before trying again. If the battery still does not charg e, you should check that the power ou[...]

User ’s Manual 6-7 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Real Time Clock Keyboard Keyboard problems can be caused by the setup and conf iguratio n of the computer - please refer to the section The Ke yboard in Chapter 3, Operating Basics, for further information. Problem Procedure The following message is Displayed on the screen: ERROR 027[...]

User ’s Manual 6-8 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Internal display p anel Apparent computer's display pane l problems may be related to the computer's setup and configuration - pl ease refer to the HW Setup section in Chapter 4, Utilities & Advanc ed Usage, for further information. Hard disk drive Problem Procedure No [...]

User ’s Manual 6-9 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Memory Media Card For further information, please refe r to Chapter 3, Operating Basics. Pointing device If you are using a USB mouse, you should also refer to both the USB device section in this chapter , and the documentation supplied with your mouse. T ouch Pad Problem Procedure M[...]

User ’s Manual 6-10 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series USB mouse The on-screen pointer moves too fast or too slow In this instance, you should initially try changi ng the speed setting within the Mouse Control utili ty . 1. T o access this utility , click St art -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sou nd -> Mouse . 2. Within the M[...]

User ’s Manual 6-1 1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series USB device In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with yo ur USB device. Sleep and Charge function For more informa tion and settings, please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA Sleep Utility section in Chapte r 4, Utilites &[...]

User ’s Manual 6-12 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Problem Procedure I cannot use the "Sleep and Charge function". Sleep and Charge function may be disabl ed. Select the "Enable Sleep and Charge" che ck box in the TOSHIBA Sleep utility to enable this function. When there is a current ov erflow of the external dev[...]

User ’s Manual 6-13 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Sound system In addition to the information in this section, p lease also refer to the documentation supplied with your a udio device. External monitor Please also refer to Chapter 3, Operating Basics , and to the documentation supplied with yo ur monito r for further information. T[...]

User ’s Manual 6-14 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series LAN No display T ry adjusting the contrast an d brightness controls on the external monitor . Press the FN + F5 hot key in order to change the display priority and ensure that it is not set for the internal display onl y . Check to see if the external monitor is conn ected. When the[...]

User ’s Manual 6-15 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not re store LAN access, consult your LAN administrator . For more information on wireless communication, refer to Chapter 3, Operating Basics . Bluetooth For further information on Bluetooth wire less communication, please refer to Chapte[...]

User ’s Manual 6-16 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series T OSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your compu ter or if you are having problems operating the computer, you may need to cont act TOSHIBA for additional techni cal assistance. Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operat[...]

User ’s Manual A-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Appendix A C h a p t e r A S pecifications This appendix summarizes the computer ’s technical specifications. Environmental Requirements Power Requirement s Conditions Ambient temperatur e Re lative humidity Operating 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F ) 20% to 80% (noncondensing) Non-op[...]

User ’s Manual B-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Appendix B C h a p t e r B AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord’s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country/region in which it is used. All cords must meet the following specification[...]

User ’s Manual B-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series For the United S tates and Canada, two pin plug configuration must be a 2- 15P (250V) or 1-15P (125V) and three pin plug configuration mu st be 6- 15P (250V) or 5-15P (125V) as designat ed in the U.S. National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Co de Part II. The fo[...]

User ’s Manual C-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Appendix C C h a p t e r C Legal Footnotes This chapter states the Legal Footnotes information applicable to TOSHIBA computers. Non-applicable Icons Certain computer chassis are design ed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product se ries. Therefore, please b e [...]

User ’s Manual C-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series data or damage to the product when used outside recommended conditions. T o avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on an ex ternal storage med ium. For optimum performance, use your computer product only under recommended conditions. Re[...]

User ’s Manual C-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series LCD Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer , the brightness of the LCD scree n will de teriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology . Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode. Screen will dim when the computer[...]

User ’s Manual D-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Appendix D C h a p t e r D Information for Wireless Devices Wireless LAN Interoperab ility The Wireless LAN is compatible wit h other LAN systems Direct Sequence S pread S pectrum (DSSS) /Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) radio technology , and is compliant to: ■ Th[...]

User ’s Manual D-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series CAUTION about Wireless Devices Wireless Devices and your health Wireless products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The level of energy emitted by Wireless products however is far much less than the electromagnetic ene rgy emitted by wireless de[...]

User ’s Manual D-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Radio Regulatory Information The Wireless device is must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer ’s instructions as descr ibed in the user do cumentation that comes with the product. This product complies with the follow ing radio frequency and safety stand[...]

User ’s Manual D-4 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Restrictions for Use of 5470-5725MHz Frequencies in Europe T o remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless LAN operati on, the above 2. 4GHz and 5GHz chann el limitations apply for outdoor usage. The user should use th e wireless LAN utility to check the curr[...]

User ’s Manual D-5 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Canada - Industry Canada (IC) This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two condi tions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device mu st accept any interference, includi ng interference that may cause undes ired [...]

User ’s Manual D-6 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Ta i w a n Using this equip ment in J ap an In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400MHz to 2,483.5MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification syste m s (premises radio station and specified low-[...]

User ’s Manual D-7 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series 2. Indication for Wireless LAN The indication shown below appe ars on this equipment. 1. 2.4 : This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4GHz. 2. DS : This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. 3. OF : This equipment uses OFDM modulation. 4. 4 : The interference range of this equipment is less[...]

User ’s Manual D-8 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Device Authorization This device obtains the T echnical Re gulation Conformity Certifi cation and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power da ta communication system radio station st ipulated in the T elecommunications Business Law of Japan. ■ Atheros AR9285 W[...]

User ’s Manual D-9 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Radio approvals for wireless devices Approved Countries/Regio ns for the Atheros ® AR9285 Wirele ss Network Ada pter b/g/n (b/g) W ireless LAN This equipment is approved to the r adio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. As of Oct. 2010 Do not use this equipment[...]

User ’s Manual D-10 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Approved Countries/Regio ns for the Realtek ® RTL8191SE W ireless LAN 802.1 1n PCI- E NIC b/g/n W ireless LAN This equipment is approved to the r adio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. As of Oct. 2010 Switzerland T aiwan Thailand Turkey UAE UK Ukraine USA Ur[...]

User ’s Manual D-1 1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Approved Countries/Regio ns for the Intel ® Centrino ® Advanced-N 6200 AGN a/b/g/n W ireless LAN This equipment is approved to the r adio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. As of Oct. 2010 Romania Saudi Arabia Serbia Singa pore Slovak Republic Slovenia Sout[...]

User ’s Manual D-12 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Approved Countries/Regio ns for the Realtek ® RTL8188CE W ireless LAN 802.1 1n PCI- E NIC b/g/n W ireless LAN This equipment is approved to the r adio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. As of Oct. 2010 Lebanon Liechte nstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Mexico [...]

User ’s Manual D-13 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Approved Countries/Regio ns for the Broadcom ® 802.1 1n Network Adapter b/g/n(b/g) W ire less LAN and Blue tooth This equipment is approved to the r adio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. As of Oct. 2010 Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liechte nstein Lithuania Luxemb[...]

User ’s Manual D-14 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Approved Countries/Regio ns for the Atheros AR9002WB-1 NG Wireless Netw ork Adapter b/g/n(b/ g) W ireless LAN an d Bluetooth This equipment is approved to the r adio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. As of Oct. 2010 India Indonesia Irel and Italy Japan Jo rda[...]

User ’s Manual D-15 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Colombia Comoros Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Democratic Republic of the Congo Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Sa lvador Estonia Finland France Georgia Germany Ghana Greece G uatemala Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Ivo[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topi cs related to this manual. Alternate naming is included for reference. Abbreviations AC: Alternating current ANSI: American National S tandards Institute AMT : Intel Active Management T echnology ASCII: American S tandard Code fo[...]

User ’s Manual Glossa ry-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Eng ineers I/O: input/output IRQ: interrupt request KB: kilobyte LAN: local area network LCD: liquid crystal display LED: light emitting diode MB: megabyte MMC: multi media card OCR: optical charact er recognitio n (reader) PC: pe[...]

User ’s Manual Index-1 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series Inde x A AC adaptor additional, 3-26 connecting, 1-3 DC IN 15V jack, 2-3 ASCII characters, 3-7 B Battery charging, 5-4 extending life, 5-7 indicator, 5-2 monitoring capacity, 5-5 real time clock, 2-11, 5-3 save mode, 4-6 types, 5-3 Battery pack, 2-6 additional, 5-1 replacing, 5-7[...]

User ’s Manual Index-2 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series H Hard disk drive, 2-11 automatic power off, 4-5 Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disc Drive/eSATA indicator, 2-2 Heat dispersal, 3-31, 4-6 Hibernation Mo de, 4-6 Hot keys, 4-5 Brightness Down, 3-5 Brightness Up, 3-5 Hibernate, 3-5 Lock, 3-4 Mute, 3-4 Output, 3-5 Power Plan, 3-5 Sleep, 3-[...]

User ’s Manual Index-3 NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series indicators, 5-2 panel on/off, 4-6, 5 -9 Shut Down mod e (Boot Mo de), 1-7 Sleep Mode, 1-7 System Auto Off, 5-9 turning off, 1 -7 turning on, 1 -6 Problems AC power, 6-4 Analyzing the problem, 6- 2 Battery, 6-5 Bluetooth, 6-15 External monitor, 6-13 Hard disk drive, 6-8 Hardware a[...]