QUICK START
Satellite®/Satellite Pro
L50-C Series
®
Check the components
Your computer comes with:
• AC adaptor and adaptor cord
• Power cord/cable
• Documentation, including this Quick Start document and a Standard Limited Warranty.
• Other components, depending upon model
Getting started
Please read the General Safety Instruction information on the other side of this
document.
Connect to a power source
Assemble the power cord/cable and AC adaptor and then connect it to your computer
and a live electrical outlet. You are now ready to start using your computer.
Connect to the Internet
Connect to a network to take full advantage of your computer’s features.
Backup your computer
It is strongly recommended that you create a back up of your computer before using
it for the rst time. This will enable you to return it to its out-of-box state, if necessary.
For complete instructions on how to create recovery media, see the “Creating recovery
media” section in the electronic User’s Guide.
Register your computer
Enhance your ownership experience by taking a few minutes to register your Toshiba
Product at register.toshiba.com. Completing Product registration allows Toshiba to
provide you with Product information updates, special oers and promotions. Failure
to complete Product registration will not diminish your rights under the Standard
Limited Warranty.
California Prop 65 Warning
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Quick Tour
NOTE: Your computer
may be enabled with a
touch screen feature.
Screen
Front with display open
Web Camera indicator*
Web Camera*
Internal microphone* Internal microphone*
Speaker(s)
Touch pad
Primary and
secondary
control
buttons
Previous
track button
Play/pause button
Next track button
Volume decrease button Volume increase button
Mute button
Underside
Battery
Wireless antenna
ON/OFF button
Power button
Keyboard
System indicator lightsSystem control buttons
AC power light/
Battery light
Wireless indicator light
* Available on certain models.
** Location may vary.
Front with display closed
System indicator lights
Back
Left side
DC-In
Network port
USB 3.0 port
(USB Sleep and Charge )
Headphone/microphone jack
USB 3.0 port
Memory card reader
USB port
Optical disc drive
Right side
HDMI™ Out port
Security lock slot
Cooling Vents
Creating Recovery Media
To create recovery DVDs/media with Microsoft® Windows® 7:
1. Click the Start button and, in the Search eld, type Recovery Media Creator. In the
list that appears above, click on your selection.
The TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator dialog box displays.
2. Select DVD or USB Flash from the drop-down list next to “System Recovery
Media,” depending on the type of external media you want to use.
3. Check the Information area of the dialog box to determine the number of DVDs you
will need and/or the minimum amount of storage space required for copying your
system’s recovery les to USB ash drive(s).
4. Do one of the following:
• If you are copying les to DVD, insert a blank DVD into the optical disc drive.
• If you are copying les to a USB ash drive, connect a USB ash drive of the
required minimum capacity (as specied in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator
utility) to your computer.
All information stored on your DVDs or USB ash drive(s) will be erased
during the process of creating the recovery DVDs/media. Be sure to save the
information stored on your external media to another storage device before
executing this procedure, or use blank media.
5. Click the Create button in the TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator utility dialog box.
6. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the copy process.
NOTE: If you are copying the recovery les to DVDs, be sure to label each DVD in the
set sequentially (for example, “1 of 3,” “2 of 3,” etc.), so that you will know in
which order to insert the discs during recovery.
General Safety Instructions
Please read the following safety and operating instructions before using your Product.
Keep the information near your Product for future reference. Also, please be sure to
read your electronic User’s Guide as it contains additional important Safety Information.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury.
AC Adaptor
Always use the Toshiba AC adaptor that was provided with your device or as specied
by Toshiba and use correct power source specied on the regulatory label of device or
adaptor. Always ensure a secure electrical connection. Be careful if you use a multiple
connector to avoid current overload on one socket.
Battery Pack
Do not expose the battery pack to heat or shock.
Disassembly, Modification or Tampering
Do not disassemble, modify, tamper with or repair your device (including AC adaptor or
power cable/cord).
Choking Hazards
Keep device away from small children. This device is not a toy and may be hazardous
to small children, for example, small detachable parts may be a choking hazard.
Cleaning
Unplug device from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. The injected combustible gas produced by these types of cleaners
may remain inside of your product. The electrostatic spark from the motor or contact
point of switch may ignite the gas residue, which could result in an explosion, re, or
burn injury. Instead use a lightly dampened cloth for cleaning in general and remove
dust with a dry cloth.
Hot Surfaces
Allow the equipment’s internal components and hot-pluggable drives to cool before
touching them
Power Cables/Cords and Power Source
Always use power cables/cords and power sources that comply with the voltage and
frequency specications and requirements of the country of use.
Service Provider
Disconnect device from the electrical outlet and take device to an authorized Toshiba
service provider if:
• AC adaptor or power cable/cord is damaged.
• Liquid has spilled into device or an object (such as a screw, staple or paper clip) has
entered device.
• Device has been dropped, subject to shock or impact and/or damaged in some way.
• Noticeable signs of overheating, smoke, deformation, cracks, leaks or unusual odor
occur.
• Service is needed on component inside compartments requiring opening or removal
of covers.
Unstable Surfaces
Do not use Product on an unstable table, cart or stand.
Viewing Recommendations
Some individuals may experience health-related complications when exposed to certain
images or ashing lights (for example when playing videos or games). Discontinue use
and consult a physician if you experience any health-related complications.
Wireless Functionalities
Turn o your device and/or all wireless functionalities where electronic devices are
regulated or controlled or when near a person with any medical electric devices.
Water and moisture
Do not use device in a wet location. Do not connect/disconnect a power plug/cord with
wet hands.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Base or Palm Rest
Avoid extended contact between Product base or palm rest and your skin. Under
certain operating conditions such prolonged contact may result in skin irritation and/
or heat injury. Consider using a hard computer insulating pad or similarly suitable hard
insulating material when using Product on your lap.
Comfort Recommendations
Adjust your chair, feet and Product accordingly to achieve optimal working posture.
Take short, strategically spaced rest breaks to avoid eye strain and body fatigue, for
example, stand up and walk around, or stretch for a few minutes every hour. If you
experience persistent or recurrent pain, ache, numbness, burning or stiness you
should promptly see a qualied health care provider. These sensations may be caused
by serious medical conditions that can be treated. Please refer to Toshiba’s “User
Comfort Recommendations” in the User’s Guide.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
Foreign Objects
Never push a foreign object through an opening in the Product. Never allow metal
objects (such as screws, staples, or paper clips) to enter Product. This could cause a
short circuit.
Operating Environment
Never expose your Product to excess heat, extremely low temperatures, sudden
temperature variations, or dusty environments. This could cause system malfunction,
loss of data or damage to Product.
Thunderstorm
Never operate your Product during a thunderstorm. An electrical surge caused by the
storm may cause system failure, loss of data or hardware damage.
NOTE: Provides important and/or helpful information.
Dispose of Product or any components in compliance with all applicable laws.
The computer’s battery is not accessible by the user.
Need Help?
Visit Toshiba’s Support Web site
Technical support is available online at Toshiba’s Web site at
support.toshiba.com. At this Web site, you will nd answers for many
commonly asked technical questions plus many downloadable software
drivers, BIOS updates, and other downloads.
Product Specications are subject to change without notice.
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