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... the disposal of electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of waste management strategies that when the last end user wishes to ... European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the market in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through...
... the disposal of electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of waste management strategies that when the last end user wishes to ... European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the market in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through...
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Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Other documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Getting comfortable with your computer 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Precautions 30 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 32 Setting up your computer 32 Connecting to a power source 33 Charging the main battery 35 Using the computer for the first time 36 Opening the display panel 36 Turning on the power 37 Setting up your software 38 18
Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Other documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Getting comfortable with your computer 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Precautions 30 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 32 Setting up your computer 32 Connecting to a power source 33 Charging the main battery 35 Using the computer for the first time 36 Opening the display panel 36 Turning on the power 37 Setting up your software 38 18
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... work 91 Backing up your work 92 Restoring your work 93 Toshiba's online resources 93 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 94 Toshiba's energy-saver design 94 Running the computer on battery power 94 Battery Notice 95 Power management 96 Using additional batteries 96 Charging batteries 96 Charging the main battery 97 Charging the RTC battery 97 Monitoring main battery power 98
... work 91 Backing up your work 92 Restoring your work 93 Toshiba's online resources 93 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 94 Toshiba's energy-saver design 94 Running the computer on battery power 94 Battery Notice 95 Power management 96 Using additional batteries 96 Charging batteries 96 Charging the main battery 97 Charging the RTC battery 97 Monitoring main battery power 98
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...key to set the Power Plan 103 Changing the main battery 104 Removing the battery from the computer .......104 Inserting a charged battery 106 Taking care of your battery 107 Safety precautions 107 Maintaining your battery 108 Disposing of used batteries 109 Traveling tips 110 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features... the Memory card reader 117 Inserting memory media 118 Removing memory media 118 Chapter 5: Utilities 120 TOSHIBA Assist 121 Secure 122 Protect & Fix 123 Optimize 124 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 125 TOSHIBA Application Installer 125 Setting passwords 126
...key to set the Power Plan 103 Changing the main battery 104 Removing the battery from the computer .......104 Inserting a charged battery 106 Taking care of your battery 107 Safety precautions 107 Maintaining your battery 108 Disposing of used batteries 109 Traveling tips 110 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features... the Memory card reader 117 Inserting memory media 118 Removing memory media 118 Chapter 5: Utilities 120 TOSHIBA Assist 121 Secure 122 Protect & Fix 123 Optimize 124 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 125 TOSHIBA Application Installer 125 Setting passwords 126
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... a supervisor password 127 Using a user password 128 Deleting a user password 129 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 130 Mouse Utility 131 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 132 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA Service Station 136 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 137 Problems that are easy ...can help you 142 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 143 Checking device properties 143 Memory problems 144 Power and the batteries 144 Keyboard problems 146 Display problems 146 Disk or storage drive problems 148 Error-checking 148 Sound system problems 149 Printer ...
... a supervisor password 127 Using a user password 128 Deleting a user password 129 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 130 Mouse Utility 131 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 132 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 134 TOSHIBA Accessibility 135 TOSHIBA Service Station 136 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 137 Problems that are easy ...can help you 142 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 143 Checking device properties 143 Memory problems 144 Power and the batteries 144 Keyboard problems 146 Display problems 146 Disk or storage drive problems 148 Error-checking 148 Sound system problems 149 Printer ...
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...designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. If the model you go. To conserve energy, your ..., your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing ...
...designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. If the model you go. To conserve energy, your ..., your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing ...
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... reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to withstand the rigors of travel. Remove the battery pack. 30 Getting Started Getting comfortable with the underside or surface of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your work area from the power plug socket...
... reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to withstand the rigors of travel. Remove the battery pack. 30 Getting Started Getting comfortable with the underside or surface of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your work area from the power plug socket...
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...computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 33. These components include, but are ...fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" ...
...computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 33. These components include, but are ...fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power source" ...
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... in serious injury. Getting Started 33 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to the computer possibly ...
... in serious injury. Getting Started 33 Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to the computer possibly ...
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... to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer, you an indication...the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Getting Started 35 Charging the main...
... to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer, you an indication...the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Getting Started 35 Charging the main...
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Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center ...
Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center ...
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... computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you may not be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you plan to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is... operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using high-precision technology. Getting Started 37 Using the computer for the first time...
... computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you may not be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you plan to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is... operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using high-precision technology. Getting Started 37 Using the computer for the first time...
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... computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the ...then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start.
... computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the ...then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start.
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...your computer on page 106. 17 Turn the computer right side up. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 16 Re-insert the main battery. You can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is in serious injury. 18 ...Reconnect the cables. 19 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional ...
...your computer on page 106. 17 Turn the computer right side up. 44 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 16 Re-insert the main battery. You can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer is in serious injury. 18 ...Reconnect the cables. 19 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can now continue setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional ...
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... (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer on page 106. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to a power...
... (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer on page 106. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Make sure to a power...
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If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off. ...
If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off. ...
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... programs and files you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . For information on page 76. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to your ... drive, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ...
... programs and files you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . For information on page 76. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to your ... drive, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep. ...
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...the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on page 78. To turn off your work first.... Getting Started 73 Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer ...
...the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on page 78. To turn off your work first.... Getting Started 73 Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer ...
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... buttons and lid to shut down lists. Getting Started 75 Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... buttons and lid to shut down lists. Getting Started 75 Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... is running on the Hibernation options set. Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it into Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... is running on the Hibernation options set. Starting again from Hibernation mode To start it into Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...