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2 Contents Introduction 23 Setting up your computer and getting started 25 Adding memory (optional 29 Your computer's TFT display 36 Inserting an ExpressCard 36 Removing an ExpressCard 37 Learning the basics 37 Using the TouchPad 38 Using the optical drive 42 Moving the computer 46 Mobile computing 47 Taking care of your battery 50 If something goes wrong 53 If you need further assistance 56 Power cord/cable connectors 57 Features and specifications 57 Index 58
2 Contents Introduction 23 Setting up your computer and getting started 25 Adding memory (optional 29 Your computer's TFT display 36 Inserting an ExpressCard 36 Removing an ExpressCard 37 Learning the basics 37 Using the TouchPad 38 Using the optical drive 42 Moving the computer 46 Mobile computing 47 Taking care of your battery 50 If something goes wrong 53 If you need further assistance 56 Power cord/cable connectors 57 Features and specifications 57 Index 58
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... THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE... transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any "critical applications." 4 Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is intended to persons or loss of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on the battery.
... THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE... transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any "critical applications." 4 Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is intended to persons or loss of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on the battery.
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... the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam 802.11a...
... the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela Canada India Mexico Taiwan Vietnam 802.11a...
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... information applies. If the model you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR® specifications will operate at its retail version (if available...), and may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is a partner in energy costs over the lifetime of U.S. Visit http://www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for more than...
... information applies. If the model you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR® specifications will operate at its retail version (if available...), and may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is a partner in energy costs over the lifetime of U.S. Visit http://www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for more than...
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... all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer and be careful not to skin. Remove the battery pack. Never place a heavy object on the computer chassis, unless you have selected all the features and icons described in this guide. Avoid prolonged contact...
... all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the computer and be careful not to skin. Remove the battery pack. Never place a heavy object on the computer chassis, unless you have selected all the features and icons described in this guide. Avoid prolonged contact...
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... cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Failure to do so may damage the cord/cable, and.../or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Setting up 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 ensure a secure electrical connection...
... cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Failure to do so may damage the cord/cable, and.../or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Setting up 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 ensure a secure electrical connection...
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on ...
For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on ...
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 30 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, ... the computer. In this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 30 to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, ... the computer. In this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. If only one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module: 1 Complete steps 1-8 in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the...
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... it on page 50. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. The memory module pops up . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. When Safe Mode is best to press Enter to remove the soft cloth from the memory... before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The following screen may need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on.
... it on page 50. 6 Turn the computer right side up slightly. The memory module pops up . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. When Safe Mode is best to press Enter to remove the soft cloth from the memory... before removing/installing the bottom module. 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The following screen may need to remove a memory module with the computer turned on.
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... ExpressCard: 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot on a hard flat surface. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on battery power. Overheating your computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer on the side of the...
... ExpressCard: 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot on a hard flat surface. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is operated on battery power. Overheating your computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer on the side of the...
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... you will tell you last saved. See your file to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. Learning the basics Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you can be activated. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your...
... you will tell you last saved. See your file to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. Learning the basics Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you can be activated. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your...
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... the life of the main battery's current charge. It maintains this information for up to work with your Toshiba computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: Depending on your battery" on . To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the ...Mobile computing Running the computer on battery power Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at maximum capacity and will lose...
... the life of the main battery's current charge. It maintains this information for up to work with your Toshiba computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: Depending on your battery" on . To purchase a new battery pack, see "Maintaining your system, the RTC battery may only charge while the ...Mobile computing Running the computer on battery power Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on product model, configuration, applications, power management settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance variations produced by Toshiba at maximum capacity and will lose...
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...power management settings, applications and features used to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could also damage the battery pack and computer. ❖ Never expose a battery pack to select a power level setting that the system is suspended (using all ... resulting in caustic liquid leakage, or explosion or fire, possibly resulting in the electronic user's guide. Never short circuit the battery pack by either completely shut down your computer is using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid...
...power management settings, applications and features used to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could also damage the battery pack and computer. ❖ Never expose a battery pack to select a power level setting that the system is suspended (using all ... resulting in caustic liquid leakage, or explosion or fire, possibly resulting in the electronic user's guide. Never short circuit the battery pack by either completely shut down your computer is using the Windows® operating system Sleep command). TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid...
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...tape, such as cellophane tape, on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Mobile computing 49 Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using... and configuring Hibernation mode" in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Always dispose of used battery packs in the electronic user's guide. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the...
...tape, such as cellophane tape, on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Mobile computing 49 Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your work. 2 Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode according to the instructions in "Using... and configuring Hibernation mode" in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Always dispose of used battery packs in the electronic user's guide. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the...
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... computer. ❖ Do not try again. Short-circuiting the battery can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. If the battery does not slide into position. 3 Slide the battery release lock to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it...
... computer. ❖ Do not try again. Short-circuiting the battery can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. If the battery does not slide into position. 3 Slide the battery release lock to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery. The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot install it...
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...or there is being supplied. The DC-IN or AC powerlight should glow white, and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that it cannot be avoided with all batteries. The battery pack could explode. If the DC-IN or AC power-light indicator does not glow, ...the computer's power. 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on battery power for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor. ❖ Store spare battery packs in a battery charger designated as an approved option. ❖ When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click when it is designed so that...
...or there is being supplied. The DC-IN or AC powerlight should glow white, and the battery light should glow amber to indicate that it cannot be avoided with all batteries. The battery pack could explode. If the DC-IN or AC power-light indicator does not glow, ...the computer's power. 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on battery power for more than eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor. ❖ Store spare battery packs in a battery charger designated as an approved option. ❖ When you install the battery pack, you should hear a click when it is designed so that...
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...release caustic liquid, both which may apply. In addition, Toshiba's recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events and consumer promotions. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. Notice regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to hold a charge and you will need ...8837. Always use , the batteries will finally lose their ability to dispose of them properly. Toshiba is dedicated to replace them in the trash. Always dispose of used battery packs in the User's Manual. Please be replaced, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after ...
...release caustic liquid, both which may apply. In addition, Toshiba's recycling initiatives include recycling programs, events and consumer promotions. For details, please visit www.laptops.toshiba.com/green. Notice regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to hold a charge and you will need ...8837. Always use , the batteries will finally lose their ability to dispose of them properly. Toshiba is dedicated to replace them in the trash. Always dispose of used battery packs in the User's Manual. Please be replaced, the main battery light flashes amber shortly after ...
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.... Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. The Windows® Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. The computer shuts down button in the list. 3 Select the program you want to...
.... Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you attached the AC adaptor and power cord/cable properly or installed a charged battery. The Windows® Task Manager window appears. 2 Click the Applications tab. The computer shuts down button in the list. 3 Select the program you want to...
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... how to increase the brightness of the screen while on the usage of the computer, the brightness of time, and depending on battery power. Resolving ExpressCard® problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to work no longer work. ExpressCards...and Security, and then under one of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small bright dots that machine. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn on your display are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard slips through quality control...
... how to increase the brightness of the screen while on the usage of the computer, the brightness of time, and depending on battery power. Resolving ExpressCard® problems Here are some common problems and their solutions: The slot appears to work no longer work. ExpressCards...and Security, and then under one of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small bright dots that machine. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn on your display are securely connected. ❖ Occasionally a defective ExpressCard slips through quality control...
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...-time clock (RTC) 47 removing 49 safety precautions 50 buttons eject, optical drive 43 Media control buttons 43 C Call2Recycle™ battery 52 CDs inserting 44 changing main battery 48 compact discs handling 44 inserting 44 compact discs (slot-type drive) removing 44 computer moving 46 setting up 30 computing tips... 37 connecting AC adaptor 27 power cord/cable 28 printer 29 D display problems screen is blank 54 disposing of used batteries 52 DVD using 42 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive inserting discs 44 removing 44 E eject button optical drive 43 eject, optical drive 43...
...-time clock (RTC) 47 removing 49 safety precautions 50 buttons eject, optical drive 43 Media control buttons 43 C Call2Recycle™ battery 52 CDs inserting 44 changing main battery 48 compact discs handling 44 inserting 44 compact discs (slot-type drive) removing 44 computer moving 46 setting up 30 computing tips... 37 connecting AC adaptor 27 power cord/cable 28 printer 29 D display problems screen is blank 54 disposing of used batteries 52 DVD using 42 DVD-ROM or multi-function drive inserting discs 44 removing 44 E eject button optical drive 43 eject, optical drive 43...