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... after August 2005 to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on the market in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This...
... after August 2005 to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on the market in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This...
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Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
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... Caring for optical discs 119 Toshiba's online resources 119 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 120 Toshiba's energy-saver design 120 Running the computer on battery power 120 Battery Notice 121 Power management 122 Using additional batteries 122 Charging batteries 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 123 Monitoring main battery power 124 Determining remaining battery power 125 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 119 Toshiba's online resources 119 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 120 Toshiba's energy-saver design 120 Running the computer on battery power 120 Battery Notice 121 Power management 122 Using additional batteries 122 Charging batteries 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 123 Monitoring main battery power 124 Determining remaining battery power 125 What to...
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... Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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...qualified. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating... environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 You ...
...qualified. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating... environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 You ...
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... changes in temperature or humidity and sources of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat...your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of use, and to liquid or moisture can cause ...
... changes in temperature or humidity and sources of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat...your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of use, and to liquid or moisture can cause ...
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... but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater... fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury.
... but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater... fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury.
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... have been provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. 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...instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. ...
... have been provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. 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...instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. ...
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... of California 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 plugged into the DC-IN on the side of the computer. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord...
... of California 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 plugged into the DC-IN on the side of the computer. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord...
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...first time, 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer..., you must charge the battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. NOTE...
...first time, 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. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer..., you must charge the battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. NOTE...
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Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is manufactured using it. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn it moves easily and never lift the ... screen will dim and you may appear on your computer. When the computer is now ready for the first time 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 on and begin using high...
Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is manufactured using it. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn it moves easily and never lift the ... screen will dim and you may appear on your computer. When the computer is now ready for the first time 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 on and begin using high...
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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 and release the power button. The first time ...
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 and release the power button. The first time ...
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54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front 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 page 130.
54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front 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 page 130.
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... must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to ... connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional)...
... must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to ... connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is the bottom slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional)...
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Back of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the ... 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. Using your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer.
Back of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the ... 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. Using your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer.
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...; operating system could cause you are using it up your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you are off the computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer...
...; operating system could cause you are using it up your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to fully charge the main battery. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is being accessed, you are off the computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer...
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... 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no...: Shut down option to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning...
... 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no...: Shut down option to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning...
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... how to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 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...then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 97. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. NOTE After your computer sleeps for ...
... how to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 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...then shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 97. For information on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. NOTE After your computer sleeps for ...
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... the display panel. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn it again 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 display panel. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn it again 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...
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... can be set . NOTE These options can place it into Hibernation mode 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... can be set . NOTE These options can place it into Hibernation mode 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...