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...and Electronic Equipment) Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This product is intended to appropriate facilities for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of this product. ...Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on recycling and reuse. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on how to...
...and Electronic Equipment) Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This product is intended to appropriate facilities for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of this product. ...Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on recycling and reuse. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on how to...
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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 120 Toshiba's online resources 120 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 121 Battery Notice 122 Power management 123 Using additional batteries 123 Charging batteries 123 Charging the main battery 124 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring main battery power 125 Determining remaining battery power 126 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 120 Toshiba's online resources 120 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 121 Toshiba's energy-saver design 121 Running the computer on battery power 121 Battery Notice 122 Power management 123 Using additional batteries 123 Charging batteries 123 Charging the main battery 124 Charging the RTC battery 124 Monitoring main battery power 125 Determining remaining battery power 126 What to...
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34 Contents Maintaining your battery 136 Disposing of used batteries 136 Traveling tips 138 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 139 Exploring the desktop 139 Finding your way around the desktop 140 Setting up for ...Web Camera 145 Using the Memory card reader 146 Inserting memory media 146 Removing memory media 147 Chapter 5: Utilities 149 TOSHIBA Assist 150 Connect 151 Secure 152 Protect & Fix 153 Optimize 154 TOSHIBA Application Installer 155 Setting passwords 156 Using an instant password 156 Using a supervisor password 157 Using a user password 158...
34 Contents Maintaining your battery 136 Disposing of used batteries 136 Traveling tips 138 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 139 Exploring the desktop 139 Finding your way around the desktop 140 Setting up for ...Web Camera 145 Using the Memory card reader 146 Inserting memory media 146 Removing memory media 147 Chapter 5: Utilities 149 TOSHIBA Assist 150 Connect 151 Secure 152 Protect & Fix 153 Optimize 154 TOSHIBA Application Installer 155 Setting passwords 156 Using an instant password 156 Using a supervisor password 157 Using a user password 158...
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... USB Sleep and Charge 166 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 168 Power supply mode settings 168 USB Sleep and Music 169 TOSHIBA Button Support 170 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint utility limitations 172 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint Logon 173 Care and maintenance of...; operating system can help you 185 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 186 Checking device properties 186 Memory problems 187 Power and the batteries 187 Keyboard problems 189 Display problems 189 Disk or storage drive problems 191
... USB Sleep and Charge 166 Enabling/Disabling USB Sleep and Charge 168 Power supply mode settings 168 USB Sleep and Music 169 TOSHIBA Button Support 170 TOSHIBA Accessibility 171 Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint utility limitations 172 Using the Fingerprint Authentication Utility 172 Fingerprint Logon 173 Care and maintenance of...; operating system can help you 185 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 186 Checking device properties 186 Memory problems 187 Power and the batteries 187 Keyboard problems 189 Display problems 189 Disk or storage drive problems 191
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...using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to... meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified,...
...using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to... meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. If the model you purchased is qualified,...
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...field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that are connected to liquid or moisture... You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If any part of use, and to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Precautions Your...
...field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that are connected to liquid or moisture... You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. If any part of use, and to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. Precautions Your...
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.... ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before you must complete all setup steps up to and... computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your software" on page 50 before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can use external power or to your computer on the computer.
.... ❖ Always operate your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before you must complete all setup steps up to and... computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Setting up your software" on page 50 before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can use external power or to your computer on the computer.
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...has been fully inserted into the socket, to remove a plug from a socket. Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Use of fire or other damage to the computer... 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use a multiple connector. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your...
...has been fully inserted into the socket, to remove a plug from a socket. Be careful if you use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Use of fire or other damage to the computer... 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use a multiple connector. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your...
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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 the State of the computer. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on this instruction could result...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...
...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 the State of the computer. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on this instruction could result...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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... using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. After that reduces the power required for system operation and will be used . 48 ...Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, ...
... using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. After that reduces the power required for system operation and will be used . 48 ...Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, ...
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To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is ... screen technology. Over a period of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn it on battery power. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of...
To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is ... screen technology. Over a period of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn it on battery power. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of...
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... loaded completely. Follow the on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. The first time you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Turning on the power To turn...
... loaded completely. Follow the on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. The first time you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Turning on the power To turn...
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P740 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer P750 series Memory module slot cover P770 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 132. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
P740 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer P750 series Memory module slot cover P770 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 132. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
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... in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. 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 133...
... in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. 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 133...
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...Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Using your computer is displayed below the System heading....Installed memory (RAM) is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer on page 133. 6 Turn the computer right side up. To do this condition,...
...Started 61 Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. The System window appears. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Using your computer is displayed below the System heading....Installed memory (RAM) is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer on page 133. 6 Turn the computer right side up. To do this condition,...
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... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. You must turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop...
... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. You must turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off your work , system settings, and current state of the desktop...
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... open programs and files you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the internal storage drive, no data is in which... you can continue working from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . For information on page 95. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While...
... open programs and files you were using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the internal storage drive, no data is in which... you can continue working from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using . For information on page 95. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While...
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... including all open programs and files you power down the operating system, and then turns off your computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring... Sleep mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 92 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less ...
... including all open programs and files you power down the operating system, and then turns off your computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. This command closes all open programs, shuts down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring... Sleep mode" on using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. 92 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less ...
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94 Getting Started Turning 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 ...
94 Getting Started Turning 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 ...