User's Manual

User’s Manual 1-11
Introduction
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly change 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
computer’s LCD display panel when there is no
keyboard input for a time specified. Power is
restored when any key is pressed. You can
specify the time in the Monitor power off item of
the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
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 HDD
power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA
Power Saver.
System automatic
Standby/Hibernation
This feature automatically shuts down the system
in 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 hibernation in
the System standby and System item of the Basic
Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.
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, supervisor and
user, are available to prevent unauthorized
access to your computer.
Instant security A hot key function blanks the LCD screen and
disables the computer providing data security.
Intelligent power
supply
A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent
power supply detects the battery’s charge and
calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also
protects electronic components from abnormal
conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC
adaptor. You can monitor remaining battery
capacity. Use the Battery remaining item in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.