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... to appropriate facilities for our products. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the last... end user wishes to discard this product. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of -life strategies for recovery and recycling.
... to appropriate facilities for our products. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the last... end user wishes to discard this product. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of -life strategies for recovery and recycling.
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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 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 main battery 48 30
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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 123 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 123 What to...
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34 Contents Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 134 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 135 Exploring the desktop 135 Finding your way around the desktop 136 Setting up for communications ... Web Camera 141 Using the Memory card reader 142 Inserting memory media 142 Removing memory media 143 Chapter 5: Utilities 144 TOSHIBA Assist 145 Connect 146 Secure 147 Protect & Fix 148 Optimize 149 TOSHIBA Application Installer 150 Setting passwords 151 Using an instant password 151 Using a supervisor password 152 Using a user password 153...
34 Contents Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 134 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 135 Exploring the desktop 135 Finding your way around the desktop 136 Setting up for communications ... Web Camera 141 Using the Memory card reader 142 Inserting memory media 142 Removing memory media 143 Chapter 5: Utilities 144 TOSHIBA Assist 145 Connect 146 Secure 147 Protect & Fix 148 Optimize 149 TOSHIBA Application Installer 150 Setting passwords 151 Using an instant password 151 Using a supervisor password 152 Using a user password 153...
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... Windows® operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175... computing habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 186
... Windows® operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175... computing habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 186
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... (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is labeled with the power management options preset to enter the low-power Sleep mode ...which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is set to a configuration that you go. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of...
... (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is labeled with the power management options preset to enter the low-power Sleep mode ...which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is set to a configuration that you go. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of...
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... work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide...
... work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide...
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...the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or...up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor....
...the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or...up your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor....
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... to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Use the power...power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 ...
... to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Use the power...power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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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... resulting in serious injury. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the Quick Start Card that shipped with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Never attempt to...expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor...
... resulting in serious injury. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the Quick Start Card that shipped with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Never attempt to...expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor...
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... adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power ...management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time, ...
... adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power ...management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time, ...
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When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on and begin using high-... may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured...
When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on and begin using high-... may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured...
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... power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if 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 through steps to...
... power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if 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 through steps to...
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C600/C640 series C650 series Memory module slot cover C670 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128.
C600/C640 series C650 series Memory module slot cover C670 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128.
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... adaptor is the bottom slot. In this model, Slot A is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, ...14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in serious injury. 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. 58 Getting Started Adding memory...
... adaptor is the bottom slot. In this model, Slot A is connected to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, ...14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed in serious injury. 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. 58 Getting Started Adding memory...
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... the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables...). Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables...). Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... lights are not using the Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you change your computer. If you to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds...
... lights are not using the Shut down the Windows® operating system could cause you change your computer. If you to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds...
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... then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting 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 to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you were using the...
... then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting 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 to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you were using the...
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...computer using the Shut down button in the lower-right corner of the computer. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your work first. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the computer ...without saving your work or the current state of the Start menu. Getting Started 91 Turning off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and ...
...computer using the Shut down button in the lower-right corner of the computer. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your work first. This command closes all open programs, shuts down the computer ...without saving your work or the current state of the Start menu. Getting Started 91 Turning off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and ...
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... want the computer to Shut down lists. Getting Started 93 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...
... want the computer to Shut down lists. Getting Started 93 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...