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...to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with a black bar symbol. The party responsible for recovery and recycling. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in accordance with design...to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. For information on how to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of ...
...to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with a black bar symbol. The party responsible for recovery and recycling. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in accordance with design...to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. For information on how to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of ...
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22 Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand ...
22 Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is available in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand ...
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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 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 main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
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... Computing 109 Toshiba's energy-saver design 109 Running the computer on battery power 110 Battery Notice 110 Power management 111 Using additional batteries 111 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 112 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 114 What to do when the main battery runs low ...115 Setting battery notifications 115...
... Computing 109 Toshiba's energy-saver design 109 Running the computer on battery power 110 Battery Notice 110 Power management 111 Using additional batteries 111 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 112 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 114 What to do when the main battery runs low ...115 Setting battery notifications 115...
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...help you 175 Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
...help you 175 Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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...partner in AC power mode. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to ...meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is set to a configuration that you go. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR...
...partner in AC power mode. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to ...meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is compliant, it is set to a configuration that you go. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR...
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...setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Turn off the computer. 2. Exposure to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to withstand the rigors of...43 To keep your 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 travel.
...setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Turn off the computer. 2. Exposure to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to withstand the rigors of...43 To keep your 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 travel.
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... "Setting up your computer. Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Always make sure your computer on the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation... computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the ...
... "Setting up your computer. Overheating your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Always make sure your computer on the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation... computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the ...
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... may have been provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. 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 ... possibly resulting in serious injury. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer....
... may have been provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. 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 ... possibly resulting in serious injury. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer....
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... be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE... If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to charge a fully charged...
... be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE... If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to charge a fully charged...
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... one hand on and begin using it. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 49 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to turn it moves...
... one hand on and begin using it. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 49 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to turn it moves...
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... (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots ...may appear on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not be able to increase the... brightness of the screen while on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn on your display...
... (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots ...may appear on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not be able to increase the... brightness of the screen while on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn on your display...
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... then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock... Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 120. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears.
... then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock... Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 120. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The Shut Down menu appears.
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... computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The computer could hang up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In either of the above cases, the Sleep... will not be lost. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer.
... computer and open the memory module slot cover. When the operating system has loaded, you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The computer could hang up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. In either of the above cases, the Sleep... will not be lost. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer.
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...B (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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory...completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Back of the slot. If the computer does not...
...B (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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can check that the module is displayed below the System heading under Memory...completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Back of the slot. If the computer does not...
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... could cause you are off. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to fully charge the main battery. If you to lose your computer when you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 80 Getting Started Turning off the...
... could cause you are off. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to fully charge the main battery. If you to lose your computer when you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. 80 Getting Started Turning off the...
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.... ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware...computer 81 Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you change your mind and decide to continue ...
.... ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware...computer 81 Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you change your mind and decide to continue ...
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...the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you left off. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in ...which you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 87. For information on using the...
...the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you left off. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in ...which you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 87. For information on using the...
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... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running 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...
... 4 Click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running 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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... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image...
... Settings window appears. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. (Sample Image...