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...EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires ...producers of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the...
...EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires ...producers of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the...
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Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Your computer's features and specifications ....39 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Connecting to a power source 44 Charging the main battery 46 Using the computer for the first time 47 Opening the display panel 47 28
Contents Introduction 35 This guide 37 Safety icons 38 Other icons used 38 Your computer's features and specifications ....39 Other documentation 39 Service options 39 Chapter 1: Getting Started 40 Selecting a place to work 40 Setting up a work environment 40 Keeping yourself comfortable 41 Precautions 41 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 43 Setting up your computer 43 Connecting to a power source 44 Charging the main battery 46 Using the computer for the first time 47 Opening the display panel 47 28
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... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 112...
... Computing 106 Toshiba's energy-saver design 106 Running the computer on battery power 106 Battery Notice 106 Power management 108 Using additional batteries 108 Charging batteries 108 Charging the main battery 109 Charging the RTC battery 109 Monitoring main battery power 110 Determining remaining battery power 111 What to do when the main battery runs low ...112 Setting battery notifications 112...
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...Windows® operating system can help you 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 165 Checking device properties 165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 166 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 168 Disk or storage drive problems 170 Error-checking 170 Optical disc drive (optional) problems 171 Sound system problems... habits 176 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 177 If you need further assistance 182 Before you contact Toshiba 182 Contacting Toshiba 182 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba's worldwide offices 183
...Windows® operating system can help you 164 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 165 Checking device properties 165 Memory problems 166 Power and the batteries 166 Keyboard problems 168 Display problems 168 Disk or storage drive problems 170 Error-checking 170 Optical disc drive (optional) problems 171 Sound system problems... habits 176 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 177 If you need further assistance 182 Before you contact Toshiba 182 Contacting Toshiba 182 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 183 Toshiba's worldwide offices 183
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.... To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management 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. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed...
.... To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management 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. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed...
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... 41 To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or...
... 41 To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or...
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... components to a power outlet (even if your computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. To use... adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Using your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer.
... components to a power outlet (even if your computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer. To use... adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Using your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer.
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...cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer), or use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Be careful if you use of ... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 44 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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...
...cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer), or use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Be careful if you use of ... fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 44 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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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... time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for information on page 116 for more... that reduces the power required for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main...
... time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for information on page 116 for more... that reduces the power required for system operation and will be used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to run applications, features, and devices. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main...
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Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 47 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to turn on and ...
Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 47 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the display panel and be careful to remove any pens or other hand to turn on and ...
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... loaded completely. Setting up your software setup choices. When the computer is operated on the computer for the first time technology. When you turn on battery power, the screen will load automatically. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may not be able to increase... the brightness of the screen while on the power The preinstalled operating system will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF light glows white. (Sample Illustration) Turning on...
... loaded completely. Setting up your software setup choices. When the computer is operated on the computer for the first time technology. When you turn on battery power, the screen will load automatically. NOTE The names of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may not be able to increase... the brightness of the screen while on the power The preinstalled operating system will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF light glows white. (Sample Illustration) Turning on...
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..., skip to prevent scratching the top cover 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 , begin at step 1; The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns... and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of the Start menu...
..., skip to prevent scratching the top cover 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 , begin at step 1; The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns... and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of the Start menu...
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... down on page 118. 16 Turn the computer right side up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using... the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Back of the module. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. The memory module should be ...
... down on page 118. 16 Turn the computer right side up correctly, repeat steps 12-13. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using... the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Back of the module. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from the work surface before restarting the computer. The memory module should be ...
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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 118. 6 Turn the computer right side ... out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Overheating your computer...
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 118. 6 Turn the computer right side ... out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Overheating your computer...
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...the computer using the computer for several days or if you must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. If you have more than restarting after all disk/...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. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are...
...the computer using the computer for several days or if you must turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. If you have more than restarting after all disk/...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. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down command. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information, system settings are...
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... working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open documents and programs to save your unsaved...you will be lost. 84 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Factors to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on how to consider...
... working from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open documents and programs to save your unsaved...you will be lost. 84 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Factors to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on how to consider...
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... computer using the Hibernation command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Shut down menu Hibernate Once the computer is running 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...
... computer using the Hibernation command: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Shut down menu Hibernate Once the computer is running 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...
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Getting Started Turning off the computer 91 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of the Power Options window appears. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. The Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.
Getting Started Turning off the computer 91 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of the Power Options window appears. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. The Advanced settings tab of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings.
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... to display the actions that you can place it into Sleep 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...
... to display the actions that you can place it into Sleep 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...