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... the Information: requirements of this product. For information on how to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on the battery. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European...
... the Information: requirements of this product. For information on how to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on the battery. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European...
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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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... the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 36 Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified.... To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. If the model you ...
... the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 36 Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified.... To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. If the model you ...
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... electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. You should accidentally...
... electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer. You should accidentally...
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...depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power source" on page 45. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your...observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer is in serious injury. See "Connecting to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 49 before you can block the vents located at...
...depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power source" on page 45. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Overheating your...observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer is in serious injury. See "Connecting to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 49 before you can block the vents located at...
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... to the computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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 charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused... by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. An overload on a power cord/cable to operate. AC...
... to the computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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 charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused... by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. An overload on a power cord/cable to operate. AC...
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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... plugged into the computer or AC 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. Never attempt to connect or ...
... 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... plugged into the computer or AC 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. Never attempt to connect or ...
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... 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, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few... hours at a time. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during ...
... 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, you must charge the battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few... hours at a time. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during ...
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... on and begin using high-precision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you turn it on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may not be careful to increase the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small ... the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology.
... on and begin using high-precision technology. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen will dim and you turn it on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may not be careful to increase the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small ... the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology.
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... time you 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 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 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 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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... AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample...
... AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. L640 series Memory module slot cover L650 series Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample...
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...memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure... you can now continue setting up . You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is turned on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC...
...memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure... you can now continue setting up . You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is turned on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC...
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...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 hard flat surface. Overheating your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer ...(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. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor ...
...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 hard flat surface. Overheating your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it out of computer ...(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. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor ...
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... decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to where you left off. If you are off. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you...
... decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to fully charge the main battery. It is a good idea to where you left off. If you are off. Options for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you...
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...Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . Getting Started 85 Turning off the computer ...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 system is stored in memory, you left it first saves the current state of the ...
...Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . Getting Started 85 Turning off the computer ...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 system is stored in memory, you left it first saves the current state of the ...
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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 ... operating system, and then turns off your computer. If you were using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. To turn off . Start button Shut down button (Sample Image...
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 ... operating system, and then turns off your computer. If you were using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. To turn off . Start button Shut down button (Sample Image...
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... the computer to display the actions that you can turn it 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 computer to display the actions that you can turn it 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...