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...local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in Europe, Toshiba is in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the .... 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that when the last end user wishes to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. This Directive applies to EU ...
...local government for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in Europe, Toshiba is in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the .... 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that when the last end user wishes to discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. This Directive applies to EU ...
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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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... 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 With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. We ... leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, ...
... 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 With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. We ... leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, ...
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... that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with... heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to an...
... that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to the computer. ❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with... heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to an...
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... AC adaptor is connected to and including "Setting up 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 a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer TECHNICAL NOTE... that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is turned on page 46.
... AC adaptor is connected to and including "Setting up 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 a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer TECHNICAL NOTE... that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is turned on page 46.
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...AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect ...or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always confirm that may have been 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 ensure a secure electrical connection...
...AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect ...or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always confirm that may have been 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 ensure a secure electrical connection...
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... to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the indicator...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...
... to connect or disconnect a power plug with your computer. 3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the indicator...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...
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...features, and devices. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to power the computer. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC... power source with the computer turned off for system operation and will be used . See "Changing the main battery" on page 130 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the...
...features, and devices. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to power the computer. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC... power source with the computer turned off for system operation and will be used . See "Changing the main battery" on page 130 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to recharge. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the...
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... screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you to slowly open or close the display panel. This is manufactured using it... 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. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently ...
... screen technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you to slowly open or close the display panel. This is manufactured using it... 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. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently ...
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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. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according...
... 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. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according...
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For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. 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 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. 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 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
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... is in Sleep mode). Make sure to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. 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 is turned...
... is in Sleep mode). Make sure to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. 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 is turned...
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... 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. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer.
... 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. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer.
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... you turn off the computer Pressing the power button before completing the following procedure. Turning off your work. If you to fully charge the main battery. Setting up your printer installation guide for the first time. You only need to set up for instructions before shutting down the Windows® operating...
... you turn off the computer Pressing the power button before completing the following procedure. Turning off your work. If you to fully charge the main battery. Setting up your printer installation guide for the first time. You only need to set up for instructions before shutting down the Windows® operating...
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...turn off your computer, save your work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you change your mind and decide to continue working after ...using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off . Each option has its ...
...turn off your computer, save your work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you change your mind and decide to continue working after ...using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off . Each option has its ...
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... the computer into a power-saving 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 computer sleeps for an extended period of the ... computer using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 97. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to enter Hibernation mode...
... the computer into a power-saving 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 computer sleeps for an extended period of the ... computer using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 97. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to enter Hibernation mode...
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If you 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 ...
If you 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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... to display the actions that you 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...
... to display the actions that you 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...