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... specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. For information on the battery. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in accordance... and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on the market in Europe, Toshiba is in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with the related European...
... specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. For information on the battery. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in accordance... and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on the market in Europe, Toshiba is in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with the related European...
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... countries/regions in the following table. 22 Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not 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...
... countries/regions in the following table. 22 Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is not 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 115 What to do when the main battery runs low 115 Setting battery notifications 116...
... 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 115 What to do when the main battery runs low 115 Setting battery notifications 116...
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...Windows® operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 Printer problems 181 Modem...computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
...Windows® operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 Printer problems 181 Modem...computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
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... the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable,... latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment ...
... the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable,... latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment ...
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... follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to spill into any of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable...
... follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to spill into any of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable...
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... Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or ...base of the computer. ❖ Always operate 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 software" on page 46. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: ...
... Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or ...base of the computer. ❖ Always operate 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 software" on page 46. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: ...
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...in serious injury. Failure to operate. Use of fire or other damage to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. AC adaptor Power... adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to do so may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that was provided with your computer carefully to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use a multiple connector.
...in serious injury. Failure to operate. Use of fire or other damage to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. AC adaptor Power... adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to do so may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that was provided with your computer carefully to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use a multiple connector.
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...the computer plugged in and turned off until the battery light glows green. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. After that reduces the power required for information...119 for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable ...
...the computer plugged in and turned off until the battery light glows green. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. After that reduces the power required for information...119 for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable ...
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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 applications, power management settings, and features used. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the ...
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 applications, power management settings, and features used. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the ...
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...) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will load automatically. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn on your display are an intrinsic ... sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on your screen display when you turn off the power again until the...
...) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will load automatically. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn on your display are an intrinsic ... sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on your screen display when you turn off the power again until the...
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If only one memory module is on page 120. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. Start button Shut ... the top cover of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery.
If only one memory module is on page 120. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. Start button Shut ... the top cover of the Start menu. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery.
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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 or when an AC adaptor is the bottom slot. Slot B is to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is... is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to be installed in Sleep mode).
... 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 or when an AC adaptor is the bottom slot. Slot B is to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is... is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to be installed in Sleep mode).
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60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. The System window appears. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the ... AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖...
60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. The System window appears. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the ... AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. Installed memory (RAM) is in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖...
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...will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. 82 Getting Started Turning off the computer It is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for a while. You must...off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Factors to consider when...
...will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. 82 Getting Started Turning off the computer It is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for a while. You must...off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to turn off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Factors to consider when...
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... the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you were using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. Be sure to your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ...Sleep mode" on page 88. Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . If you were using . For information on how to the mode in which you left it , including ...
... the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you were using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. Be sure to your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ...Sleep mode" on page 88. Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . If you were using . For information on how to the mode in which you left it , including ...
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...-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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...
...-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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...
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... Started Turning off the computer 87 To use any of Power Options screen 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 Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power...
... Started Turning off the computer 87 To use any of Power Options screen 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 Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power...
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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. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings ...
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. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings ...