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... to trade-in accordance with a black bar symbol. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/...or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on recycling and reuse. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany....
... to trade-in accordance with a black bar symbol. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/...or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on recycling and reuse. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany....
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Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
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... Computing 113 Toshiba's energy-saver design 113 Running the computer on battery power 113 Battery Notice 114 Power management 115 Using additional batteries 115 Charging batteries 115 Charging the battery 116 Charging the RTC battery 116 Monitoring battery power 117 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to do when the battery runs low 119 Setting battery notifications 120 Conserving battery power 121...
... Computing 113 Toshiba's energy-saver design 113 Running the computer on battery power 113 Battery Notice 114 Power management 115 Using additional batteries 115 Charging batteries 115 Charging the battery 116 Charging the RTC battery 116 Monitoring battery power 117 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to do when the battery runs low 119 Setting battery notifications 120 Conserving battery power 121...
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... system can help you 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 175 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Error-checking 177 Optical disc drive problems 178 Sound ...the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 192 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 194 Hot Key Cards 194 Using the Hot Key Cards 195 Hot key functions...
... system can help you 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 175 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Error-checking 177 Optical disc drive problems 178 Sound ...the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 191 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 192 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 194 Hot Key Cards 194 Using the Hot Key Cards 195 Hot key functions...
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...to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the ...features active, so that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the ...
...to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the ...features active, so that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the ...
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... on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of travel. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust...
... on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of travel. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust...
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... can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Using your computer. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable battery that needs to your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power outlet (even if your computer. See "Connecting ...
... can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Using your computer. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable battery that needs to your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power outlet (even if your computer. See "Connecting ...
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...cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always confirm that 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. An... scratching or damaging the surface. Always use a multiple connector. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of fire or other damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. Never pull...
...cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always confirm that 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. An... scratching or damaging the surface. Always use a multiple connector. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of fire or other damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. Never pull...
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Failure to follow this product will expose you an indication of the battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the battery is fully charged The computer's battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting...
Failure to follow this product will expose you an indication of the battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the battery is fully charged The computer's battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting...
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..., and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes...first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the DC-IN light flashes amber during charging, either the battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to run applications, features, and devices. After that reduces the power required for system operation ...
..., and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes...first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the DC-IN light flashes amber during charging, either the battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to run applications, features, and devices. After that reduces the power required for system operation ...
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... computer. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is operated on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. To avoid damaging the... display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power.
... computer. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may appear on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is operated on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. To avoid damaging the... display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power.
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... operating system will load automatically. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your software setup choices. Setting up your software When you turn on the computer for...
... operating system will load automatically. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your software setup choices. Setting up your software When you turn on the computer for...
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..., and 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 battery. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the... Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
..., and 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 battery. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover Memory module slot cover Front of the... Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
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... computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in Sleep mode). Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the battery. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer...
... computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in Sleep mode). Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the battery. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer...
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... surface. Overheating your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Always make sure your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Using your computer on page 126. 6 Turn the ...computer right side up. Slot B Slot A Back of the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot.
... surface. Overheating your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Always make sure your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Using your computer on page 126. 6 Turn the ...computer right side up. Slot B Slot A Back of the computer. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot.
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... your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to fully charge the battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to adjust the video settings. 86 Getting Started Turning off . Options for turning off...
... your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to fully charge the battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to adjust the video settings. 86 Getting Started Turning off . Options for turning off...
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...NOTE After your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more battery power than restarting after turning off . Since Hibernation mode does not require power to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring... Hibernation mode" on page 91. Factors to the internal storage drive, no data is in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you were using...
...NOTE After your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more battery power than restarting after turning off . Since Hibernation mode does not require power to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring... Hibernation mode" on page 91. Factors to the internal storage drive, no data is in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you were using...
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... down command completely shuts down command: 1 Click Start. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your computer. Be sure to the mode in the lower-right corner of the computer. 88 Getting Started Turning off the computer... ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. Start button...
... down command completely shuts down command: 1 Click Start. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your computer. Be sure to the mode in the lower-right corner of the computer. 88 Getting Started Turning off the computer... ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down the operating system, and then turns off. Start button...
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... the actions that you can be set . 90 Getting Started 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...
... the actions that you can be set . 90 Getting Started 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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... until the power light glows white. Sleep Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down button in 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...
... until the power light glows white. Sleep Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down button in 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...