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... government for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. For information on recycling and reuse. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the last end user...Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), ...
... government for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. For information on recycling and reuse. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the last end user...Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), ...
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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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...can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and... the following information applies. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Your computer model may be ...
...can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and... the following information applies. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Your computer model may be ...
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...or serious injury. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer) or ... electromagnetic field, such as air 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 travel.
...or serious injury. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer) or ... electromagnetic field, such as air 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 travel.
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...; Always operate your computer Important information on page 45. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the... computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury.
...; Always operate your computer Important information on page 45. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. In this condition, observe the... computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury.
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Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always confirm that 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 follow this ...resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Connecting to a power source ...
Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always confirm that 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 follow this ...resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Connecting to a power source ...
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The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to a live electrical outlet. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect AC power to the computer: 1 ... power cord/cable to the State 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 a live electrical outlet. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source To connect AC power to the computer: 1 ... power cord/cable to the State 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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...the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to ...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 recharge. Continuing to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can ...
...the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to ...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 recharge. Continuing to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can ...
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...-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by 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 . Over a period of time,... first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 ...
...-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by 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 . Over a period of time,... first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 ...
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... time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to your software. When 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 empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may...
... time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to your software. When 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 empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may...
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...down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then...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. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. L640...
...down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then...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. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. L640...
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...your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Checking total memory" on page 59. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" 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 . Always make sure your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected...
...your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as described in "Checking total memory" on page 59. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" 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 . Always make sure your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected...
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... 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. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always...memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and ...
... 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. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Always...memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and ...
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If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off. ...
If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to where you left off. ...
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...current state of the computer to maintain the saved information, system settings are retained indefinitely. Factors to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, ...Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off . Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the internal ...
...current state of the computer to maintain the saved information, system settings are retained indefinitely. Factors to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, ...Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off . Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the internal ...
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... operating system, and then turns off your work or the current state of the Start menu. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and... consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off your computer using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. Using the Shut down command The Shut down ...
... operating system, and then turns off your work or the current state of the Start menu. If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and... consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off your computer using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. Using the Shut down command The Shut down ...
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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...