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.... 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on recycling and reuse. The party responsible for our products. Although the initial emphasis is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. For information on the battery. This product is carrying the ...CE-Mark in Europe, Toshiba is already working with the Information: requirements of -life strategies...
.... 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on recycling and reuse. The party responsible for our products. Although the initial emphasis is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. For information on the battery. This product is carrying the ...CE-Mark in Europe, Toshiba is already working with the Information: requirements of -life strategies...
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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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... to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY... STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to the world of...
... to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY... STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to the world of...
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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 are connected ... provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of personal injury or damage to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact...
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 are connected ... provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of personal injury or damage to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact...
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... Setting up your computer Important information on your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. NOTE... The cooling fan location will vary depending on or when an AC adaptor is turned on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power ...
... Setting up your computer Important information on your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. NOTE... The cooling fan location will vary depending on or when an AC adaptor is turned on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power ...
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...connection. Be careful if you use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in...the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a ...
...connection. Be careful if you use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in...the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a ...
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... product will expose you an indication 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... to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer.
... product will expose you an indication 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... to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer.
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...AC adaptor to power the computer. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. ...amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending...
...AC adaptor to power the computer. Getting Started 47 Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. ...amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending...
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... not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using it. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to turn on... your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for...
... not force it beyond the point where it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is manufactured using it. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to turn on... your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for...
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... power To turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. The first time 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 off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. The first time 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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otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work...
otherwise, skip to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work...
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... "Checking total memory" on page 59. You 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 . Overheating your computer on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right... side up the computer. If you can now continue setting up . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ ...
... "Checking total memory" on page 59. You 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 . Overheating your computer on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right... side up the computer. If you can now continue setting up . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ ...
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... and 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 or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main... battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. ...
... and 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 or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main... battery. Back of computer Slot B Slot A (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. ...
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... one option available for turning off the computer: Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off . Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep. It is being accessed, you are off your...
... one option available for turning off the computer: Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off . Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep. It is being accessed, you are off your...
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... After your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . For information on page 89. Factors to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you will... returns to the state in Sleep mode. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer ...
... After your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . For information on page 89. Factors to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you will... returns to the state in Sleep mode. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer ...
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...the mode in the lower-right corner of the computer. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to save your unsaved information will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down .... The computer closes all open programs and files you power down the computer without saving your computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work or the current state of the Start menu. To turn off your work first. Using the Shut down command ...
...the mode in the lower-right corner of the computer. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. For information on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to save your unsaved information will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down .... The computer closes all open programs and files you power down the computer without saving your computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work or the current state of the Start menu. To turn off your work first. Using the Shut down command ...
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.... NOTE These options can turn it off the computer 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to shut down lists. 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...
.... NOTE These options can turn it off the computer 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to shut down lists. 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...