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...cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of this product. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with ...design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic...
...cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of this product. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with ...design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic...
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...) USA Yemen Switzerland Turkey United Kingdom Venezuela Zimbabwe Taiwan Ukraine Uruguay Vietnam Approved Countries/Regions for use this equipment except in the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
...) USA Yemen Switzerland Turkey United Kingdom Venezuela Zimbabwe Taiwan Ukraine Uruguay Vietnam Approved Countries/Regions for use this equipment except in the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
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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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... Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 109 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging batteries 110 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 111 Monitoring main battery power 112 Determining remaining battery power 113 What to do when the main battery runs low 114 Setting battery notifications 114...
... Computing 108 Toshiba's energy-saver design 108 Running the computer on battery power 109 Battery Notice 109 Power management 110 Using additional batteries 110 Charging batteries 110 Charging the main battery 111 Charging the RTC battery 111 Monitoring main battery power 112 Determining remaining battery power 113 What to do when the main battery runs low 114 Setting battery notifications 114...
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Contents 35 TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 TOSHIBA eco Utility 159 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 ConfigFree 161 Getting Started 161 ConfigFree® Utilities 162 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 165 Problems that are easy to...Windows® operating system can help you 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 175 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Error-checking 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 ExpressCard...
Contents 35 TOSHIBA Accessibility 158 TOSHIBA eco Utility 159 TOSHIBA Service Station 160 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 160 ConfigFree 161 Getting Started 161 ConfigFree® Utilities 162 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 165 Problems that are easy to...Windows® operating system can help you 171 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 172 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 173 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 175 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Error-checking 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 ExpressCard...
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...computer to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Introduction Welcome to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration...which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum...
...computer to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Introduction Welcome to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration...which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum...
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If any part of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Turn ...computer, contains helpful information for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. You should accidentally...
If any part of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Turn ...computer, contains helpful information for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. You should accidentally...
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...surface. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. ... computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction...
...surface. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and ExpressCards®. ... computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction...
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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... carefully to operate. 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. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power...
...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... carefully to operate. 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. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power...
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...first 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 118 for more ... a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the...
...first 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 118 for more ... a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the...
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... the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
... the keyboard area before closing the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.
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... to ensure that may appear on your screen display when you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded ...completely. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. Turning on the power To turn on your ...
... to ensure that may appear on your screen display when you turn on the computer for the first time Small bright dots may appear on battery power. 50 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded ...completely. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. Turning on the power To turn on your ...
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... 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 the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) NOTE For this model, Slot A is on, begin at step 1; If the computer...
... 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 the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) NOTE For this model, Slot A is on, begin at step 1; If the computer...
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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 the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the...
... 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 the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the...
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... below the System heading. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. Slot B Slot A Front of computer (Sample... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... below the System heading. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to work. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. The System window appears. Slot B Slot A Front of computer (Sample... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... your computer when you are not using 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 where you left off. If you change your mind and decide to fully charge the main... battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for a while. Options for ...
... your computer when you are not using 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 where you left off. If you change your mind and decide to fully charge the main... battery. Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will not be using the computer for a while. Options for ...
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... than restarting after turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your unsaved information will be lost. For information ...in which you left off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and ...
... than restarting after turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your unsaved information will be lost. For information ...in which you left off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and ...
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NOTE These options can be set . 84 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep ...
NOTE These options can be set . 84 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep ...
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... off the computer 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running 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...
... off the computer 3 Click Change advanced power settings. NOTE These options can be set separately for how they operate while the computer is running 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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... time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. You can place the computer into Sleep mode. 88...
... time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to sleep, select the desired amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. You can place the computer into Sleep mode. 88...