Toshiba Tecra A4 (PTA40) - Manual (Page 42)

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Introduction
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify 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
internal display 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 Mode or System hibernation in the
System Standby Mode and System hibernation
items 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 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.