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... Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. For information on the market in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations... Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in other partners to...
... Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. For information on the market in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations... Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in other partners to...
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... Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions 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...
... Approved Countries/Regions for the Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions 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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... labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Your computer model may be...most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information ...
... labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Your computer model may be...most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information ...
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...computer. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your computer, and never expose the computer to an authorized service center. Keeping... yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Exposure to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical...
...computer. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your computer, and never expose the computer to an authorized service center. Keeping... yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Exposure to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical...
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...software" on page 51 before you must complete all setup steps up 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. See "Connecting to and including "Setting up your computer. These components include, ...page 46. To use it. Overheating your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC ...
...software" on page 51 before you must complete all setup steps up 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. See "Connecting to and including "Setting up your computer. These components include, ...page 46. To use it. Overheating your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC ...
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... no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Never pull on one ...socket could cause fire or damage to follow this instruction 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 operate. Be careful if...
... no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Never pull on one ...socket could cause fire or damage to follow this instruction 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 operate. Be careful if...
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...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 plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time.... Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that reduces the power required for information on page 119 for system operation and will be completely charged...
...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 plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time.... Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that reduces the power required for information on page 119 for system operation and will be completely charged...
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... force it beyond the point where 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 applications, power management settings, and features used. Getting Started Using the computer for you to turn...
... force it beyond the point where 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 applications, power management settings, and features used. Getting Started Using the computer for you to turn...
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..., do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. This is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Your display.... Turning on the power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you may appear on battery power. Any small bright dots that may not be able to ensure that all drives and slots are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors...
..., do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. This is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Your display.... Turning on the power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you may appear on battery power. Any small bright dots that may not be able to ensure that all drives and slots are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors...
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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. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. Memory module slot cover Front of the...
... 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. The Shut Down menu appears. Start (Sample Image) Shut Down menu Arrow Shut Down Menu 2 Click Shut Down. Memory module slot cover Front of the...
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Do not try to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 60. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned ... as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in...
Do not try to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 60. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module with the computer turned ... as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. You can now continue setting up . 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in...
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... have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory... (RAM). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. 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. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted...
... have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. Checking total memory When you add or remove a memory... (RAM). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. 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. The System window appears. 2 The total memory is inserted...
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.... 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Printers, click Add a printer. You only need to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Turning off your computer when you to your printer installation guide for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the...
.... 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Printers, click Add a printer. You only need to turn off ) to fully charge the main battery. Turning off your computer when you to your printer installation guide for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the...
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... current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the... Sleep command to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer. If you change your mind and decide to continue...
... current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the... Sleep command to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer. If you change your mind and decide to continue...
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...on how to save any open documents and programs to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you can continue working 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 your...
...on how to save any open documents and programs to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. If you can continue working 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 your...
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NOTE These options 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 ...
NOTE These options 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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... Set this option to Hibernate if you want . NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to enable them using the Power Options feature. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. The Power...
... Set this option to Hibernate if you want . NOTE These options can configure. 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to enable them using the Power Options feature. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. The Power...