Toshiba SATELLITE U500 - Manual (Page 29)

User’s Manual 1-9
Satellite U500/U500D, Satellite Pro U500/U500D
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 modify the
system configuration directly from the keyboard
without running a system configuration program.
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.
Instant Security The hot key function Fn + F1 blanks the screen
and disables the computer, providing data
security.
Display Automatic
Power Off *1 This feature automatically cuts off power to the
internal display when there is no keyboard input
for a specified time. Power is restored when any
key is pressed.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
HDD Automatic
Power Off *1 This feature automatically cuts off power to the
hard disc drive when it is not accessed for a
specified time. Power is restored when the hard
disc is accessed.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
System Automatic
Sleep Mode/
Hibernation*1 This feature automatically shuts down the system
into Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there
is no input or hardware access for a specified
time.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
Intelligent Power
Supply *1 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.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
Battery Save Mode *1 This feature lets you save battery power.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
Panel Power On/Off
*1 This feature turns power to the computer off when
the display panel is closed and turns it back on
when the panel is opened.
This can be specified in the Power Options.