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... a crossed-out wheeled bin with the Information: requirements of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Although the initial emphasis is in or recycle your local government ...(Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on how to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for our products. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment...
... a crossed-out wheeled bin with the Information: requirements of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Although the initial emphasis is in or recycle your local government ...(Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on how to trade-in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for our products. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment...
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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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Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. To conserve energy, ...is qualified, it is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of inactivity in the ...
Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. To conserve energy, ...is qualified, it is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of inactivity in the ...
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... generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum...in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not...
... generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum...in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Do not...
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Overheating your computer is in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power source" on page 45. See "Connecting to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. ... air into the computer. To use it. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC...
Overheating your computer is in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to a power source" on page 45. See "Connecting to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. ... air into the computer. To use it. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC...
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...serious injury. Use of fire or other damage to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to the computer. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer carefully to follow this... to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. An overload ...
...serious injury. Use of fire or other damage to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to the computer. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to charge the computer's battery. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer carefully to follow this... to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. An overload ...
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... 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...defects or other reproductive harm. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the Quick Start Card that shipped with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly...
... 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...defects or other reproductive harm. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the Quick Start Card that shipped with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly...
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...the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to run applications, ...and will be completely charged and ready to recharge. See "Changing the main battery" 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by...
...the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to run applications, ...and will be completely charged and ready to recharge. See "Changing the main battery" 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by...
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... easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen...
... easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen...
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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 ensure that all drives and slots are properly connected and...
... 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 ensure that all drives and slots are properly connected and...
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... then turns 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. L640 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; 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 124. Start button Shut down button (...
... then turns 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. L640 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; 52 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 124. Start button Shut down button (...
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...operate 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. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. You can now continue setting up . Make sure to a power outlet (even if your ...or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your...
...operate 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. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. You can now continue setting up . Make sure to a power outlet (even if your ...or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 18 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your...
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...carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury.... 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 a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the...
...carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury.... 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 a power outlet (even if your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the...
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... to save your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down , Hibernate, and Sleep. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory).
... to save your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down , Hibernate, and Sleep. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to upgrade your computer's internal hardware (such as memory).
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...mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you left off the ...computer Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you were using. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the internal storage drive.
...mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you left off the ...computer Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you were using. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to the internal storage drive.
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...system, 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 ...To turn off your work first. This command closes all open programs and files you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your computer. For information on page 91. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. ...
...system, 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 ...To turn off your work first. This command closes all open programs and files you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your computer. For information on page 91. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. ...
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... the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. 88 Getting Started Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending 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...
... the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. 88 Getting Started Turning off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending 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...