User’s Manual 2-3
Satellite A500/A500D
Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of
all USB devices that are available. In view of this it may be noted that
some functions associated with a specific device might not operate
properly.
Cooling vents The cooling vents help keep the processor from
overheating.
Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such as
screws, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents. Foreign metal
objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire,
possibly resulting in serious injury.
External monitor
port
This port allows you to connect an external
monitor to the computer.
LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor
has built-in support for Ethernet LAN
(10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T),
Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,
100BASE-TX) and Gigabit Ethernet LAN
(1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T).
The LAN has two indicators. Refer to Chapter 4,
Operating Basics, for details.
■ Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable 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.
HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with Type A
connector HDMI cable.One HDMI cable can
send video and audio signals. In addition to this,
it can send and receive control signals.
By connecting a TV which supports HDMI
Control to this port, the remote control for the
connected TV can be used to operate some of
the computer functions.Refer to the REGZA Link
section in Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for more
details.
ExpressCard slot This slot allows you to install a single
ExpressCard device.
A Toshiba slim size remote controller can be
inserted in the ExpressCard slot. Please note
only Some models are equipped with a Slim size
remote controller.