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...mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal...Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of waste management strategies that when the last end...
...mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in or recycle your local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal...Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of waste management strategies that when the last end...
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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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... for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Toshiba is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to enter the...
... for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Toshiba is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to enter the...
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...taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. 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 ... condition, protect your work environment and tips for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of your computer, and...
...taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. 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 ... condition, protect your work environment and tips for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of your computer, and...
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... vary depending on or when an AC adaptor is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to and including "Setting up your software" on page 50 before you must complete... all setup steps up to your computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Getting Started 45 Setting up your computer Important information on your computer...
... vary depending on or when an AC adaptor is connected to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to and including "Setting up your software" on page 50 before you must complete... all setup steps up to your computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Getting Started 45 Setting up your computer Important information on your computer...
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... could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you 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 follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any ...
... could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you 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 follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any ...
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... DC-IN port on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known 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...
... DC-IN port on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known 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...
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...adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. 48 Getting Started ... using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on page 130 for more than a few hours at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/...
...adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. 48 Getting Started ... using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on page 130 for more than a few hours at a time. Disconnect the AC power cord/...
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... of the screen will dim and you may appear on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Do not press or push on your computer... panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . When the computer is now ready for the first time The computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
... of the screen will dim and you may appear on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Do not press or push on your computer... panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . When the computer is now ready for the first time The computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
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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 and release the power button. Setting up your software setup choices. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in...
... 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 and release the power button. Setting up your software setup choices. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in...
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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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... of the computer. If only one memory module is in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 132. 16 Turn the computer right side up. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. 58 Getting Started ...installed, it 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. Slot B is the bottom slot. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly...
... of the computer. If only one memory module is in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 132. 16 Turn the computer right side up. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. 58 Getting Started ...installed, it 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. Slot B is the bottom slot. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly...
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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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer...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. Always make sure your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the...
... 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer...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. Always make sure your computer is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the...
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... computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. If you are not using the computer for a while. You only need to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are using it up your work. The Add Printer Wizard...
... computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. If you are not using the computer for a while. You only need to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are using it up your work. The Add Printer Wizard...
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...mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your mind and decide to continue ... off the computer: Shut down option to the internal storage drive. You must turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. ...
...mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your mind and decide to continue ... off the computer: Shut down option to the internal storage drive. You must turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. ...
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...Hibernation mode" on how to enter Hibernation mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. For information on using the Sleep ...command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 97. Sleep ...
...Hibernation mode" on how to enter Hibernation mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. For information on using the Sleep ...command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 97. Sleep ...
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... the arrow next to shut down menu Hibernate Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off the computer by 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 arrow next to shut down menu Hibernate Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off the computer by 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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... to Hibernate if you want the computer to go 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 display the actions that you can configure. (Sample Image) Advanced...
... to Hibernate if you want the computer to go 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 display the actions that you can configure. (Sample Image) Advanced...