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... product is already working with the related European Directives. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear... defined in accordance with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic ...
... product is already working with the related European Directives. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear... defined in accordance with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic ...
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Contents Introduction 40 This guide 42 Safety icons 43 Other icons used 43 Your computer's features and specifications ....44 Other documentation 44 Service options 44 Chapter 1: Getting Started 45 Selecting a place to work 45 Setting up a work environment 45 Keeping yourself comfortable 46 Precautions 46 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 48 Setting up your computer 48 Connecting to a power source 49 Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 33
Contents Introduction 40 This guide 42 Safety icons 43 Other icons used 43 Your computer's features and specifications ....44 Other documentation 44 Service options 44 Chapter 1: Getting Started 45 Selecting a place to work 45 Setting up a work environment 45 Keeping yourself comfortable 46 Precautions 46 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 48 Setting up your computer 48 Connecting to a power source 49 Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 33
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... Caring for optical discs 116 Toshiba's online resources 116 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 118 Power management 119 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 120 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining remaining battery power 123 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 116 Toshiba's online resources 116 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 118 Power management 119 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 120 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining remaining battery power 123 What to...
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...Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....171 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 172 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service Station 176 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 176 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 178 Problems that are easy to fix 178 ... can help you 183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 184 Checking device properties 184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 187 Display problems 187 Disk or storage drive problems 189 Error-checking 189 Optical disc drive problems 190 Sound...
...Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....171 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 172 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service Station 176 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 176 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 178 Problems that are easy to fix 178 ... can help you 183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 184 Checking device properties 184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 187 Display problems 187 Disk or storage drive problems 189 Error-checking 189 Optical disc drive problems 190 Sound...
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... the model you go. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is set to enter the low-power Sleep... the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies.
... the model you go. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is set to enter the low-power Sleep... the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies.
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...as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. If any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. ❖...up your work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to rain...
...as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. If any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. ❖...up your work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to rain...
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...components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup... cooling fan location will vary depending on page 49. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power source" on the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with...
...components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup... cooling fan location will vary depending on page 49. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power source" on the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with...
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...a plug from a socket. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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. Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of fire or other ...
...a plug from a socket. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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. Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of fire or other ...
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... receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Getting Started 51 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 129 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the...power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ ...
... receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Getting Started 51 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 129 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the...power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ ...
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... first time Using the computer for you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on and begin using high-precision technology. This is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn it on the usage of the computer, the...
... first time Using the computer for you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on and begin using high-precision technology. This is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn it on the usage of the computer, the...
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... system has loaded completely. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on -screen instructions. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on the...
... system has loaded completely. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on -screen instructions. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on the...
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... remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. 56 Getting Started Adding memory...
... remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. 56 Getting Started Adding memory...
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Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your ...total memory" on or when an AC adaptor is turned on page 63. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you are protected from the work . Make sure to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover...
Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the underside of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your ...total memory" on or when an AC adaptor is turned on page 63. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Removing a memory module If you are protected from the work . Make sure to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover...
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...(Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). ...For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any ...
...(Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). ...For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any ...
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... the saved information, system settings are not using the Shut down option to turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main... the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). You must turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off your computer.
... the saved information, system settings are not using the Shut down option to turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main... the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). You must turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off your computer.
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... sleeps for an extended period of the computer to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main...configuring Sleep mode" on page 95. If you left off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. For information on page...
... sleeps for an extended period of the computer to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main...configuring Sleep mode" on page 95. If you left off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. For information on page...
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... turn off the computer by closing the display panel, depending on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running 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...
... turn off the computer by closing the display panel, depending on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running 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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... actions that you can place it into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is running 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...
... actions that you can place it into Hibernation mode when you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once the computer is running 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...
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The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Power Options window ...
The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Power Options window ...
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... computer 5 Double-click Power buttons and lid to go into Sleep mode 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...
... computer 5 Double-click Power buttons and lid to go into Sleep mode 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...