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... 1999/5/EC. The party responsible for our products. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. 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 Europe..., Toshiba is already working with the related European Directives. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical ...
... 1999/5/EC. The party responsible for our products. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. 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 Europe..., Toshiba is already working with the related European Directives. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical ...
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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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... computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your work and entertainment can ...accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. We recommend that you leave this computer to conserve computer energy. 37 Your computer ships with the ...
... computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your work and entertainment can ...accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. We recommend that you leave this computer to conserve computer energy. 37 Your computer ships with the ...
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... field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of travel. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight....and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖...
... field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of travel. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight....and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. ❖...
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...and ExpressCard®. Always make sure your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is turned on...fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor...
...and ExpressCard®. Always make sure your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is turned on...fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor...
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... confirm that may have been provided with your computer), or use a multiple connector. 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...the computer. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to the computer possibly resulting in serious...
... confirm that may have been provided with your computer), or use a multiple connector. 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...the computer. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to charge the computer's battery. Always grasp the plug directly. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to the computer possibly resulting in serious...
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... 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 Getting Started 47 Connecting to a power source To connect...resulting in serious injury. The AC power light on the side of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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...
... 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 Getting Started 47 Connecting to a power source To connect...resulting in serious injury. The AC power light on the side of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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...
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.... Your computer's Power Options utility can be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. After that, the battery will be used . Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If...that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. 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...
.... Your computer's Power Options utility can be completely charged and ready to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. After that, the battery will be used . Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If...that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. 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...
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... hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on battery power. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the... an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on the display panel and be able to turn on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology.
... hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Small bright dots may appear on battery power. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the... an intrinsic characteristic of time, and depending on the display panel and be able to turn on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology.
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... Illustration) Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. 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. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn...
... Illustration) Turning on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. 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. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn...
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... all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If... module, 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. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is to step 3. 1 Click Start.
... all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If... module, 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. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is to step 3. 1 Click Start.
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... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to be installed, it using the screw.... 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is...
... Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up. If only one memory module is to be installed, it using the screw.... 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is...
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...(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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat...connected to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting 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 base of the computer. Overheating your computer...
...(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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat...connected to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting 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 base of the computer. Overheating your computer...
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... damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer Setting up your printer. If you to fully charge the main battery. Refer to set up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before completing the following procedure...
... damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer Setting up your printer. If you to fully charge the main battery. Refer to set up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before completing the following procedure...
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... disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While 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... hardware (such as memory). Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down option to turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off the computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. TECHNICAL NOTE: ...
... disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While 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... hardware (such as memory). Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down option to turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off the computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. TECHNICAL NOTE: ...
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... Be sure to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 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 returns ... 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 computer sleeps for an extended period of the system...
... Be sure to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 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 returns ... 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 computer sleeps for an extended period of the system...
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Restarting your computer To start it again 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 ...
Restarting your computer To start it again 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 ...