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... life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to trade-in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and... disposal of this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment...the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com.
... life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to trade-in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and... disposal of this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment...the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com.
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 29
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... Caring for optical discs 113 Toshiba's online resources 113 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 117 Monitoring main battery power 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 113 Toshiba's online resources 113 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 117 Monitoring main battery power 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to...
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Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 131 Exploring the desktop 131 Finding your way around the desktop 132 Setting up for communications ... reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 141 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 Using a user password 151...
Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 131 Exploring the desktop 131 Finding your way around the desktop 132 Setting up for communications ... reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 141 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 Using a user password 151...
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... Windows® operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 177... computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
... Windows® operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 177... computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
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...'s Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system ... can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 36 Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR...
...'s Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you leave this computer to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system ... can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 36 Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR...
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...information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. If any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to spill into any of personal injury or damage to the ... to the computer) 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 stereo speakers (other than speakers that...
...information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Remove the battery pack. If any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to spill into any of personal injury or damage to the ... to the computer) 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 stereo speakers (other than speakers that...
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...a carpet or other soft material can use it. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 49 before you... on a hard flat surface. 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. Using your computer Important information on the computer. In this condition, observe ...
...a carpet or other soft material can use it. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 49 before you... on a hard flat surface. 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. Using your computer Important information on the computer. In this condition, observe ...
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...electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury... avoid any risk of fire or other 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. Failure to the...
...electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury... avoid any risk of fire or other 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. Failure to the...
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...to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Failure to follow this... port on the side of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor...
...to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Failure to follow this... port on the side of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor...
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...charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged..., 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 run applications, features, and devices. Continuing to power the computer. After that reduces the...
...charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged..., 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 run applications, features, and devices. Continuing to power the computer. After that reduces the...
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... by the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may appear ... display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is now ready for the first time The computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Opening the display panel 1 Facing...
... by the display panel. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may appear ... display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is now ready for the first time The computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Opening the display panel 1 Facing...
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... power To turn 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 empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may vary according to your software. When you turn on -screen instructions.
... power To turn 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 empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may vary according to your software. When you turn on -screen instructions.
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... series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down ...
... series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down ...
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... in "Checking total memory" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. You can now continue setting up . Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as...Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work . If you can block the vents located at least one memory module...
... in "Checking total memory" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. You can now continue setting up . Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as...Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. When the operating system has loaded, you are protected from the work . If you can block the vents located at least one memory module...
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...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 a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate... Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on page 126. ...
...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 a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate... Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on page 126. ...
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... return to turn off your computer. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to fully charge the main battery.
... return to turn off your computer. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to fully charge the main battery.
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...information, system settings are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is lost if the main... the internal storage drive, no data is stored to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you were using the Shut...
...information, system settings are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to your computer sleeps for an extended period of the system is lost if the main... the internal storage drive, no data is stored to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you were using the Shut...
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... it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Using the Shut down command The Shut down...current state of the Start menu. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting 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...
... it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Using the Shut down command The Shut down...current state of the Start menu. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting 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...
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... pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options 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...
... pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options 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...