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... EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product ...complies with a black bar symbol. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. 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 this product, it must be...
... EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product ...complies with a black bar symbol. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. 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 this product, it must be...
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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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...power management settings to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 37 See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable,... a partner in AC power mode. If the model you go. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. To conserve energy...
...power management settings to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 37 See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable,... a partner in AC power mode. If the model you go. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. To conserve energy...
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... change 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 generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as... designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Do not turn on the power again until...
... change 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 generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as... designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Do not turn on the power again until...
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...are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer is connected to and including "Setting up your software" on ... the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate 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 a power outlet (even if your computer. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. NOTE The ...
...are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer is connected to and including "Setting up your software" on ... the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate 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 a power outlet (even if your computer. Using your computer on a hard flat surface. NOTE The ...
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...cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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,...other damage to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always grasp the plug directly. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. ...
...cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 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,...other damage to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always grasp the plug directly. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. ...
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...a live electrical outlet. 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 the computer. Getting Started 47 Connecting to a power source To connect AC power... 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...
...a live electrical outlet. 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 the computer. Getting Started 47 Connecting to a power source To connect AC power... 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...
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.... After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for system operation... and will be used . TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the ...
.... After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for system operation... and will be used . TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the ...
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... screen display when you to turn on your computer. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you may appear on battery power. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you... display to increase the brightness of the screen while on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
... screen display when you to turn on your computer. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you may appear on battery power. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you... display to increase the brightness of the screen while on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate.
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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. 50 Getting Started...
... 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. 50 Getting Started...
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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. 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.
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... or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work...in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is to be installed in Sleep mode). 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of computer Slot B Slot A (...
... or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work...in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it must be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is to be installed in Sleep mode). 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Back of computer Slot B Slot A (...
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...Started 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC... slot. Make sure to a power outlet (even if 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 remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 132. 6...
...Started 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC... slot. Make sure to a power outlet (even if 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 remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 132. 6...
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... once. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Devices and Printers, click Add a printer. You only need to fully charge the main battery. Turning off ) to set up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. The Add Printer Wizard appears...
... once. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Devices and Printers, click Add a printer. You only need to fully charge the main battery. Turning off ) to set up a printer Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. The Add Printer Wizard appears...
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...power to upgrade your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the operating system installed... several days or if you must turn on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically return to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to where you turn off . You must turn off . Factors to consider...
...power to upgrade your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the operating system installed... several days or if you must turn on the computer again, you will quickly and automatically return to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to where you turn off . You must turn off . Factors to consider...
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...extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in ... 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 the computer. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and...
...extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save your work first. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in ... 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 the computer. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and...
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... you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn it again 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...
... you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn it again 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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... computer is configured, you can be set . NOTE These options can place it into Hibernation mode when you want . Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to go into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button...
... computer is configured, you can be set . NOTE These options can place it into Hibernation mode when you want . Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to go into Hibernation mode by either pressing the power button...
