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... (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE-Marking is already working with the related European Directives. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Although the initial emphasis is in or recycle your... wheeled bin symbol on the battery. For information on how to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. This product is intended to end users in other partners to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460...
... (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE-Marking is already working with the related European Directives. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Although the initial emphasis is in or recycle your... wheeled bin symbol on the battery. For information on how to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. This product is intended to end users in other partners to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460...
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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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...down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your... logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. You can accompany you wherever you go...
...down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your... logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. You can accompany you wherever you go...
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...generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Exposure to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer, contains...) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or...
...generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Exposure to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with your computer, contains...) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or...
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...to a power outlet (even if your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. See "Connecting to be charged before you must complete all setup steps ...or internal components to your computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC ...
...to a power outlet (even if your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. See "Connecting to be charged before you must complete all setup steps ...or internal components to your computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC ...
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... Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. 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 socket... a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Always confirm that ...
... Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to ensure a secure electrical connection. 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 socket... a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Always confirm that ...
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... the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for system operation and will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run... applications, features, and devices. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 119 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off until the...
... the AC adaptor is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for system operation and will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run... applications, features, and devices. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 119 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off until the...
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... lift the computer by 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used.
... lift the computer by 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used.
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...period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen ...time, do not turn on your computer. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim...
...period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on your screen ...time, do not turn on your computer. This is manufactured using highprecision technology. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim...
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Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Slot B is the bottom slot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating ...off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. If the computer is to step 3. 1 Click Start. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of the ...
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Slot B is the bottom slot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating ...off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. If the computer is to step 3. 1 Click Start. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of the ...
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... damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main...
... damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main...
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.... 8 Restart the computer. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . To do... restarting 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.
.... 8 Restart the computer. In this : ❖ Click Start, Control Panel, System and Security, and then System. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 6 Turn the computer right side up. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work . To do... restarting 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.
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... off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Options for turning 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 the computer using the..., leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are off. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ...
... off your computer's internal hardware (such as memory). Options for turning 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 the computer using the..., leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are off. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ...
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... you were using. 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 the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. For information on using Sleep, see "Using... and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 88. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 86....
... you were using. 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 the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. For information on using Sleep, see "Using... and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 88. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 86....
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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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... 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...