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... Equipment) Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with a black bar symbol. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This product is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and...the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. 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 ...
... Equipment) Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with a black bar symbol. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This product is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and...the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. 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 ...
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... the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. 22 Approved Countries/Regions for use this equipment except in 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...
... the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table. 22 Approved Countries/Regions for use this equipment except in 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 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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...multimedia computing. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you.... Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Introduction Welcome to the world 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 a configuration that you go.
...multimedia computing. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you.... Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. Introduction Welcome to the world 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 a configuration that you go.
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... conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. You.... ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer, contains helpful information for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of travel. Failure...
... conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. You.... ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer, contains helpful information for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of travel. Failure...
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... or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is...components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is in Sleep mode). Using your computer on page 46. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. To use it...
... or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is...components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is in Sleep mode). Using your computer on page 46. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. To use it...
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... in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 the socket, to ensure a secure electrical ...connection. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge ...
... in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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 the socket, to ensure a secure electrical ...connection. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge ...
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... computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE ... AC power supply. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Continuing 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. After that reduces the power...
... computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE ... AC power supply. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Continuing 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. After that reduces the power...
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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. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force ...
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. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force ...
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...automatically. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. Turning on the power To turn on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may not be able to ...screen while on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and...
...automatically. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. Turning on the power To turn on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may not be able to ...screen while on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and...
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...on page 120. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place the computer upside down ...button in Slot A. 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...
...on page 120. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of the computer, and then place the computer upside down ...button in Slot A. 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...
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...installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents...If only one memory module is the top slot. In this model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer and...
...installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖ Never cover or block the air vents...If only one memory module is the top slot. In this model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer and...
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... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating... when the power is turned on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is displayed below the System heading. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. TECHNICAL...
... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove the soft cloth from overheating... when the power is turned on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is displayed below the System heading. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. TECHNICAL...
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... hardware (such as memory). Since Hibernation mode does not require power to memory, so that when you are off ) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off . If you...drive. 82 Getting Started Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer 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 off . You must turn off ...
... hardware (such as memory). Since Hibernation mode does not require power to memory, so that when you are off ) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off . If you...drive. 82 Getting Started Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer 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 off . You must turn off ...
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...mode" on page 88. Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 ❖ Restarting from where you power down using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep... to the mode in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Hibernation takes...
...mode" on page 88. Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 ❖ Restarting from where you power down using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep... to the mode in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Hibernation takes...
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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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To use any of these methods, you first need 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. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit ...
To use any of these methods, you first need 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. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit ...