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... (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This product is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE-Marking is in... other partners to appropriate facilities for our products. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on recycling and reuse. Pb, Hg, Cd...
... (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This product is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE-Marking is in... other partners to appropriate facilities for our products. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on recycling and reuse. Pb, Hg, Cd...
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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 main battery 48 29
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 main battery 48 29
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... Caring for optical discs 117 Toshiba's online resources 117 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 118 Toshiba's energy-saver design 118 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 119 Power management 120 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining remaining battery power 124 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 117 Toshiba's online resources 117 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 118 Toshiba's energy-saver design 118 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 119 Power management 120 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining remaining battery power 124 What to...
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Contents 33 Inserting a charged battery 131 Taking care of your battery 132 Safety precautions 132 Maintaining your battery 133 Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 135 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 136 Exploring the desktop 136 Finding your way around the... 146 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 147 Using the Ambient Light Sensor (ALS 148 Chapter 5: Utilities 149 TOSHIBA Assist 150 Connect 151 Secure 152 Protect & Fix 153 Optimize 154 TOSHIBA Application Installer 155 Setting passwords 156 Using an instant password 156 Using a supervisor password 157
Contents 33 Inserting a charged battery 131 Taking care of your battery 132 Safety precautions 132 Maintaining your battery 133 Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 135 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 136 Exploring the desktop 136 Finding your way around the... 146 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 147 Using the Ambient Light Sensor (ALS 148 Chapter 5: Utilities 149 TOSHIBA Assist 150 Connect 151 Secure 152 Protect & Fix 153 Optimize 154 TOSHIBA Application Installer 155 Setting passwords 156 Using an instant password 156 Using a supervisor password 157
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Contents 35 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 185 Checking device properties 185 Memory problems 186 Power and the batteries 186 Keyboard problems 188 Display problems 188 Disk or storage drive problems 190 Error-checking 190 Optical disc drive problems 191 ...in the Windows® operating system 201 If you need further assistance 206 Before you contact Toshiba 206 Contacting Toshiba 206 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 207 Toshiba's worldwide offices 208 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 210 Hot Key Cards 210 Using the Hot Key Cards 211 Application Cards 212 Using the...
Contents 35 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 185 Checking device properties 185 Memory problems 186 Power and the batteries 186 Keyboard problems 188 Display problems 188 Disk or storage drive problems 190 Error-checking 190 Optical disc drive problems 191 ...in the Windows® operating system 201 If you need further assistance 206 Before you contact Toshiba 206 Contacting Toshiba 206 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 207 Toshiba's worldwide offices 208 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 210 Hot Key Cards 210 Using the Hot Key Cards 211 Application Cards 212 Using the...
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...preset to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you go. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR®...guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the...
...preset to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you go. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR®...guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the...
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... part of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of travel. Do not turn on the power again until you...as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can...
... part of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of travel. Do not turn on the power again until you...as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can...
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...the computer. To use it. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in Sleep mode). Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, ... ❖ Always operate your computer. Overheating your computer 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 computer Important information on your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ...
...the computer. To use it. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in Sleep mode). Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, ... ❖ Always operate your computer. Overheating your computer 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 computer Important information on your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ...
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... live electrical outlet, or to operate. 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. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to..., possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to do so 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 ensure a secure electrical ...
... live electrical outlet, or to operate. 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. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to..., possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to do so 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 ensure a secure electrical ...
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Failure to follow this product will expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged Never attempt to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light.... Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3...
Failure to follow this product will expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged Never attempt to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light.... Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer 3...
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... AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. See "Changing the main battery" on page 129 for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used . Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC...when your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned...
... AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. See "Changing the main battery" on page 129 for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be used . Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC...when your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned...
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... on your screen display when you turn it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is... thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on and begin using high-precision technology.
... on your screen display when you turn it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is... thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on and begin using high-precision technology.
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... turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Setting up your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software setup choices. The ON/OFF light glows white. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the computer: 1 Make...
... turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Setting up your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software setup choices. The ON/OFF light glows white. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the computer: 1 Make...
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You can install one memory module is to be installed, it must be lost. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Slot B is the bottom slot. If the computer is in the lower-right corner of the computer, ..., turn 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. If only one or two memory modules. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed...
You can install one memory module is to be installed, it must be lost. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Slot B is the bottom slot. If the computer is in the lower-right corner of the computer, ..., turn 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. If only one or two memory modules. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be installed...
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...the work surface before restarting the computer. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of... or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to be installed, it must be installed in serious injury. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) Back of computer Slot B Slot A...
...the work surface before restarting the computer. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of... or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to be installed, it must be installed in serious injury. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) Back of computer Slot B Slot A...
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...on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make...computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of the slot. Overheating your computer on page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up.
...on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make...computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of the slot. Overheating your computer on page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up.
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...® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. You only need to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are not using the computer for a while. It is a good...
...® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. You only need to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are not using the computer for a while. It is a good...
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... option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down or Hibernate command if you... work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again...
... option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down or Hibernate command if you... work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again...
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... places the computer into a power-saving mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. 88 Getting Started Turning off the computer... stored in memory, you left it, including all open documents and programs to your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in which you power down the computer. For information on using the Sleep command and the main...
... places the computer into a power-saving mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. 88 Getting Started Turning off the computer... stored in memory, you left it, including all open documents and programs to your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in which you power down the computer. For information on using the Sleep command and the main...
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...: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to shut down when you can turn off the computer by 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...
...: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to shut down when you can turn off the computer by 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...
