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...for our products. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of ... health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on the battery. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with design engineers, suppliers,...
...for our products. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the market in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of ... health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on the battery. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with design engineers, suppliers,...
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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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...energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes 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....® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency.
...energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes 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....® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency.
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...computer. 3. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock ...or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Turn...
...computer. 3. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock ...or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Turn...
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Using 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 and including "Setting up your computer Important information on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a ... a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. 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. In this...
Using 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 and including "Setting up your computer Important information on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a ... a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. 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. In this...
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...cord/cable and AC adaptor 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. Be careful if you use of an...adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to the computer. Failure to do so 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 ...
...cord/cable and AC adaptor 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Always grasp the plug directly. Be careful if you use of an...adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to the computer. Failure to do so 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 ...
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...resulting in serious injury. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord 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 follow this 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...
...resulting in serious injury. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord 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 follow this 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...
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... is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 130 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a... power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the...
... is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 130 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a... power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for the first time, avoid leaving the...
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... may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration)... 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of time, and depending on and begin using high-...
... may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Over a period of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration)... 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to turn on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of time, and depending on and begin using high-...
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... to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides 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 ON/OFF...
... to your software setup choices. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides 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 ON/OFF...
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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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... memory module is 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 a hard flat surface. In this model, Slot A is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the... 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. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is the top slot. Always make sure...
... memory module is 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 a hard flat surface. In this model, Slot A is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the... 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. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is the top slot. Always make sure...
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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 on page 132. 6 Turn the computer right side ... 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. Back of the slot. Using your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make...
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 on page 132. 6 Turn the computer right side ... 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. Back of the slot. Using your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make...
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... printer installation guide for a while. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to fully charge the main battery. Setting up for the first time. Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before completing the following procedure. If you may lose data or...
... printer installation guide for a while. The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to fully charge the main battery. Setting up for the first time. Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before completing the following procedure. If you may lose data or...
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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 restarting from Sleep. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first saves the current state of... the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to continue working after turning off the computer using the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep...
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 restarting from Sleep. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it first saves the current state of... the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to continue working after turning off the computer using the Shut down , Hibernate, and Sleep...
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...computer using the Hibernation or Shut down using . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using...Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it , including all open programs and files you were...
...computer using the Hibernation or Shut down using . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using...Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you left it , including all open programs and files you were...
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... opening the display panel. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn 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...
... opening the display panel. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn 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...
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... for the options 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... for the options 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...