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... recycle your local government for CE-Marking is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical... and electronic products put on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb...
... recycle your local government for CE-Marking is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical... and electronic products put on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb...
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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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... 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. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. You can accompany... you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in the Environmental...
... 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. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. You can accompany... you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in the Environmental...
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...❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to...and to an authorized service center. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of travel. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of your work area from the ...
...❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to...and to an authorized service center. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of travel. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of your work area from the ...
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... adding external or internal components to your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC...
... adding external or internal components to your computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC...
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...one socket could cause fire or damage to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please ...handle your computer carefully to ensure a secure electrical connection. 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...
...one socket could cause fire or damage to follow this instruction may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please ...handle your computer carefully to ensure a secure electrical connection. 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...
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The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the Quick Start Card that ... 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...
The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the Quick Start Card that ... 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...
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... by the AC adaptor to select a power level setting that , the battery will be used . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on page 130 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged ...If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Once the battery is charged for information on the applications, power management settings, and ...
... by the AC adaptor to select a power level setting that , the battery will be used . Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on page 130 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged ...If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Once the battery is charged for information on the applications, power management settings, and ...
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... contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing... for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it .
... contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may not be careful to remove any pens or other objects from the keyboard area before closing... for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it .
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... first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. 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.
... first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely. 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.
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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. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130.
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...cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC...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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. In this...
...cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC...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. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. In this...
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... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main... battery. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the ...
... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main... battery. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the ...
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... disk/disc and/or drive. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions 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. It is a good idea...
... disk/disc and/or drive. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions 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. It is a good idea...
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... the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive. You must turn 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 on the operating system installed, you have more than... restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer, save your mind and decide to continue working after...
... the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive. You must turn 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 on the operating system installed, you have more than... restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer, save your mind and decide to continue working after...
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... the computer 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... the computer returns to the state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. Factors to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep ...
... the computer 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... the computer returns to the state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. Factors to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep ...
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... panel, you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off 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...
... panel, you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off 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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... Apply. 7 Click OK. 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...
... Apply. 7 Click OK. 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...