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... already working with the related European Directives. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The party responsible for our products. For information on the battery. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in the... Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, ...
... already working with the related European Directives. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The party responsible for our products. For information on the battery. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in the... Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, ...
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... the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use 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...
... the countries/regions in the following table. Do not use 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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... a configuration that you go. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15...active, so that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Your computer model ...
... a configuration that you go. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15...active, so that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Your computer model ...
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...taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Exposure to an authorized service center. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ ... computer in prime operating condition, protect your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖...
...taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Exposure to an authorized service center. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ ... computer in prime operating condition, protect your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖...
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... a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC...when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power source" on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. Overheating your...
... a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC...when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power source" on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. Overheating your...
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... to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always grasp the plug directly. 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. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a...carefully to operate. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. Failure to do so 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...
... to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always grasp the plug directly. 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. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a...carefully to operate. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. Failure to do so 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...
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... system operation and will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run...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 time to power the computer. After that reduces the power required for information on replacing the main...
... system operation and will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run...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 time to power the computer. After that reduces the power required for information on replacing the main...
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... slowly open or close the display panel. 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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
... slowly open or close the display panel. 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 and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
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... large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may appear on your computer. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. When you turn on the computer... of the screen while on the power The preinstalled operating system will deteriorate. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than...
... large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may appear on your computer. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. When you turn on the computer... of the screen while on the power The preinstalled operating system will deteriorate. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather than...
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If only one memory module is the top slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Slot B is to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place the computer upside down...
If only one memory module is the top slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Slot B is to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place the computer upside down...
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...when the power is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. ... AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep mode). Slot B is to ...
...when the power is in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. ... AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to be installed, it must be installed in Sleep mode). Slot B is to ...
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.... 8 Restart the computer. 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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Make sure to.... Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can check that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52),
.... 8 Restart the computer. 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. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory module, you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Make sure to.... Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can check that the computer has recognized the change. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52),
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... to the internal storage drive. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all... turn on the operating system installed, you are off. 82 Getting Started Turning off the computer It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. If you are using the computer for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using the Shut down option...
... to the internal storage drive. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all... turn on the operating system installed, you are off. 82 Getting Started Turning off the computer It is a good idea to fully charge the main battery. If you are using the computer for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using the Shut down option...
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... the computer returns to the mode in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" ...to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on how to your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is stored in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off the computer using the Hibernation or...
... the computer returns to the mode in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" ...to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on how to your unsaved information will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is stored in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left off the computer using the Hibernation or...
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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 action Set this option to Hibernate if you want . The Power Options window appears. 2 Click...
... 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 action Set this option to Hibernate if you want . The Power Options window appears. 2 Click...
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... time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. Getting Started Turning off the computer 89 Configuring Sleep...
... time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. Getting Started Turning off the computer 89 Configuring Sleep...