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... The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is already working with a black bar symbol. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the... to trade-in or recycle your local government for recovery and recycling. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. For information on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the...
... The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is already working with a black bar symbol. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the... to trade-in or recycle your local government for recovery and recycling. This product is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. For information on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that when the...
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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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... your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable,...system performance for energy efficiency. You can accompany you wherever you go. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you purchased is qualified, it is a ...
... your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable,...system performance for energy efficiency. You can accompany you wherever you go. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you purchased is qualified, it is a ...
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...physical contact with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. 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. You ...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 travel. Turn off the computer. 2.
...physical contact with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. 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. You ...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 travel. Turn off the computer. 2.
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...this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Using your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have ...cooling fan location will vary depending on 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 software" on a hard flat surface. To use it...
...this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Using your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have ...cooling fan location will vary depending on 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 software" on a hard flat surface. To use it...
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...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 ... the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. 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 of an incompatible adaptor or charger...
...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 ... the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery. 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 of an incompatible adaptor or charger...
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... the DC-IN on the side 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 DC-IN on the side 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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... settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off...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 more than a few hours at a time. TECHNICAL ...
... settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off...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 more than a few hours at a time. TECHNICAL ...
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...thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. This is operated on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the TFT manufacturing technology. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the... the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to slowly open or close the display ...
...thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. This is operated on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the TFT manufacturing technology. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the... the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to slowly open or close the display ...
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... time you 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 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...
... time you 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 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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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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... AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a ...fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is connected to be installed, it ...
... AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a ...fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is the bottom slot. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is connected to be installed, it ...
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...the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. 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 and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation ...61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other ...
...the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. 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 and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation ...61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other ...
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... up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before completing the following procedure. If you to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are not using the computer for a while. Turning off the...
... up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer Pressing the power button before completing the following procedure. If you to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are not using the computer for a while. Turning off the...
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...left off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using the computer for several days or if you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to continue working after turning off your computer in...Use the Sleep command to 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 turn on the operating system installed, you must turn off ...
...left off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using the computer for several days or if you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in order to continue working after turning off your computer in...Use the Sleep command to 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 turn on the operating system installed, you must turn off ...
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... Turning off the computer ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. Be sure to save any open programs and files you power down...you will try 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 . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in which you left it , including all open programs...
... Turning off the computer ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to enter Hibernation mode. Be sure to save any open programs and files you power down...you will try 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 . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in which you left it , including all open programs...
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... it off by opening the display panel. 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...
... it off by opening the display panel. 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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... while the computer is configured, 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...
... while the computer is configured, 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...