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...in other partners to trade-in accordance with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. For information on the battery. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) ..., it must be sent to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of -life strategies for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of electrical and electronic ...
...in other partners to trade-in accordance with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. For information on the battery. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) ..., it must be sent to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of -life strategies for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of electrical and electronic ...
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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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... 36 To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you leave this and other energy saving features active, so...ENERGY STAR® qualified. 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 applies. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is ...
... 36 To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you leave this and other energy saving features active, so...ENERGY STAR® qualified. 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 applies. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is ...
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... you have 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 Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. If any part of your work area from the power plug... a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack.
... you have 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 Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. If any part of your work area from the power plug... a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Remove the battery pack.
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... serious injury. Overheating your computer. To use it. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to charge the battery you can use external power or to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer and...
... serious injury. Overheating your computer. To use it. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to charge the battery you can use external power or to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer and...
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...avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Be careful if you use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Getting Started 45... Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 ...
...avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Be careful if you use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Getting Started 45... Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 ...
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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. The AC power light on ... the DC-IN 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 is not...
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. The AC power light on ... the DC-IN 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 is not...
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.... TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a... power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time,...
.... TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. See "Changing the main battery" on page 124 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a... power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time,...
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Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to ... hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. When 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 . 48 Getting Started Using the...
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to ... hold the computer in place and use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel. When 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 . 48 Getting Started Using the...
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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 the computer for the...
... 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 the computer for the...
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (... any cables connected to step 3. 1 Click Start. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 124.
For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (... any cables connected to step 3. 1 Click Start. otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 124.
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...the cables. 18 Restart the computer. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned ...has loaded, you are protected from the work . Overheating your computer is in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify ...
...the cables. 18 Restart the computer. If you can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned ...has loaded, you are protected from the work . Overheating your computer is in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 59. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer, verify ...
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... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main...
... computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer on page 126. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main...
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... option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to turn off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off...
... option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to turn off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off...
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... restarting after turning off the computer using . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power... programs and files you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no...
... restarting after turning off the computer using . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power... programs and files you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left it first saves the current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no...
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... button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in which you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. The computer closes all open programs and files you left it, including all open programs,..., and then turns off . 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...
... button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in which you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. The computer closes all open programs and files you left it, including all open programs,..., and then turns off . 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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...) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Select the options you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once 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...
...) Advanced settings tab of Power Options screen 5 Select the options you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Once 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...