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...a crossed-out wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. The party responsible for our products. Although...Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. This product is intended to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical...
...a crossed-out wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. The party responsible for our products. Although...Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. This product is intended to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical...
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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 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 33
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... on battery power 106 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low 112 Setting battery notifications 113 Conserving battery power 113 Power Plans 114 Using the TOSHIBA eco...
... on battery power 106 Battery Notice 107 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 112 What to do when the main battery runs low 112 Setting battery notifications 113 Conserving battery power 113 Power Plans 114 Using the TOSHIBA eco...
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... Windows® operating system can help you 160 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 161 Checking device properties 161 Memory problems 162 Power and the batteries 162 Keyboard problems 163 Display problems 164 Disk or storage drive problems 166 Error-checking 166 Optical disc drive problems 167 Sound system problems 170... computing habits 173 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 174 If you need further assistance 179 Before you contact Toshiba 179 Contacting Toshiba 179 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 180 Toshiba's worldwide offices 181
... Windows® operating system can help you 160 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 161 Checking device properties 161 Memory problems 162 Power and the batteries 162 Keyboard problems 163 Display problems 164 Disk or storage drive problems 166 Error-checking 166 Optical disc drive problems 167 Sound system problems 170... computing habits 173 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 174 If you need further assistance 179 Before you contact Toshiba 179 Contacting Toshiba 179 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 180 Toshiba's worldwide offices 181
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...ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to the world of inactivity in the ...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. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power...
...ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to the world of inactivity in the ...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. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power...
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...computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your work area from the power plug socket ...such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ...
...computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your work area from the power plug socket ...such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. ...
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...power is turned on the computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 53 before you must complete all...computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. 48 Getting Started Setting up your software" on a hard flat surface.
...power is turned on the computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 53 before you must complete all...computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. 48 Getting Started Setting up your software" on a hard flat surface.
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... other damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. 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... source Your computer requires power to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. 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. Getting Started 49 Connecting to ...
... other damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. 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... source Your computer requires power to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. 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. Getting Started 49 Connecting to ...
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... an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to recharge... plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the DC-IN power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the computer ...
... an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a fully charged battery can be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on page 116 for system operation and will be completely charged and ready to recharge... plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the DC-IN power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the computer ...
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... never lift the computer by the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using high-precision technology. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate...
... never lift the computer by the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using high-precision technology. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate...
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... has loaded completely. When the computer is operated on the computer for the first time technology. Setting up your software When you turn on battery power, the screen will load automatically. When you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Turning on the power...The names of the screen while on the power The preinstalled operating system will dim and 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...
... has loaded completely. When the computer is operated on the computer for the first time technology. Setting up your software When you turn on battery power, the screen will load automatically. When you turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. Turning on the power...The names of the screen while on the power The preinstalled operating system will dim and 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...
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... your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to maintain the saved information, system settings are off the power while a disk/disc...
... your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to maintain the saved information, system settings are off the power while a disk/disc...
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.... Getting Started 79 Turning off the computer 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 in Sleep mode. ❖ ... open programs and files you were using . 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 any open documents and programs to your internal storage drive...
.... Getting Started 79 Turning off the computer 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 in Sleep mode. ❖ ... open programs and files you were using . 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 any open documents and programs to your internal storage drive...
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... You can also turn off your work or the current state of the Start menu. 80 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you first need to activate it using the Power Options feature. Be sure to enter... appears. This command closes all open programs, shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer. To use this method, you power down the operating system, and then turns off .
... You can also turn off your work or the current state of the Start menu. 80 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you first need to activate it using the Power Options feature. Be sure to enter... appears. This command closes all open programs, shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer. To use this method, you power down the operating system, and then turns off .
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If you 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 ...
If you 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 ...
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... Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set. 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...
... Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set. 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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... of these methods, you first need to be customized. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer To use any 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 Advanced settings tab...
... of these methods, you first need to be customized. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer To use any 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 Advanced settings tab...
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NOTE These options can be set . Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to Sleep if you ...
NOTE These options can be set . Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Sleep if you want the computer to Sleep if you ...
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...Customizing your computer's settings There are additional custom settings you were using. Caring for details. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 119. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer. There are several ways in Sleep ...your particular requirements. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your power usage settings. To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on page 114. Closing the display panel After you can choose. You may also wish to clean the computer. If you place ...
...Customizing your computer's settings There are additional custom settings you were using. Caring for details. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 119. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer. There are several ways in Sleep ...your particular requirements. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your power usage settings. To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on page 114. Closing the display panel After you can choose. You may also wish to clean the computer. If you place ...
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... and provides important information about basic features. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work frequently. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal...
... and provides important information about basic features. If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work frequently. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal...