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User’s Manual 4-5
NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.
Access each function using the following procedures.
*1 To access the Power Options, click Start -> Control Panel -> System
and Security -> Power Options.
TOSHIBA Media
Controller
This application allows you to control your music,
pictures and videos by streaming content to any
compatible device in your home.
To access this utility, click Start -> All Programs -
> TOSHIBA -> TOSHIBA Media Controller ->
TOSHIBA Media Controller.
For more information, please refer to the
TOSHIBA Media Controller Help.
Hot keys Hot keys are specific key combinations that let you
quickly change the system configuration directly
from the keyboard without running a system
program.
Display automatic
power off
*1
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
computer's display panel when there is no
keyboard input for a specified time, with power
being restored the next time a 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 disk drive when it is not accessed for a
specified time, with power being restored when the
hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be
specified in the Power Options.
System automatic
Sleep/Hibernation
Mode
*1
This feature automatically shuts down the system
into either 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.
Keypad overlay A ten-key numeric keypad is integrated into the
keyboard. Please refer to the Keypad overlay
section in Chapter 3, Operating Basics, for
information on using this feature.
Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and
user, are available to prevent unauthorized access
to your computer.
Instant security A specific hot key function automatically locks the
system providing data security.