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... 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. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on recycling and reuse. This Directive applies to 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. 7 The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment...
... 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. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on recycling and reuse. This Directive applies to 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. 7 The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment...
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Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Other documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Getting comfortable with your computer 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Precautions 30 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 32 Setting up your computer 32 Connecting to a power source 33 Charging the main battery 35 Using the computer for the first time 36 Opening the display panel 36 Turning on the power 37 18
Contents Introduction 24 This guide 26 Safety icons 27 Other icons used 27 Your computer's features and specifications ....28 Other documentation 28 Service options 28 Chapter 1: Getting Started 29 Getting comfortable with your computer 29 Keeping yourself comfortable 30 Precautions 30 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 32 Setting up your computer 32 Connecting to a power source 33 Charging the main battery 35 Using the computer for the first time 36 Opening the display panel 36 Turning on the power 37 18
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... 82 Restoring your work 83 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86 Using additional batteries 86 Charging batteries 86 Charging the main battery 87 Charging the RTC battery 87 Monitoring main battery power 88 Determining remaining battery power 90 What to...
... 82 Restoring your work 83 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86 Using additional batteries 86 Charging batteries 86 Charging the main battery 87 Charging the RTC battery 87 Monitoring main battery power 88 Determining remaining battery power 90 What to...
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Contents 21 Changing the main battery 93 Removing the battery from the computer .........94 Inserting a charged battery 95 Taking care of your battery 96 Safety precautions 96 Maintaining your battery 97 Disposing of used batteries 98 Traveling tips 99 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 100 Exploring the desktop 100 Finding ... Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 109 Inserting memory media 110 Removing memory media 110 Chapter 5: Utilities 112 TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator 113 TOSHIBA Application Installer 113 TOSHIBA Password Utility 114 Deleting a user password 115
Contents 21 Changing the main battery 93 Removing the battery from the computer .........94 Inserting a charged battery 95 Taking care of your battery 96 Safety precautions 96 Maintaining your battery 97 Disposing of used batteries 98 Traveling tips 99 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 100 Exploring the desktop 100 Finding ... Using the Bridge Media Adapter Slot 109 Inserting memory media 110 Removing memory media 110 Chapter 5: Utilities 112 TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator 113 TOSHIBA Application Installer 113 TOSHIBA Password Utility 114 Deleting a user password 115
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...Preset Power Profiles 121 Quickly creating a new power profile 121 Customizing a power profile 121 Mouse Utility 122 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 123 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 127 TOSHIBA Accessibility 128 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 129 Problems that are easy to fix 129 Problems when ... 136 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....136 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........137 Memory problems 139 Power and the batteries 139 Keyboard problems 141 Display problems 141 Disk, diskette, or storage drive problems........143 Sound system problems 145 Printer problems 146 ...
...Preset Power Profiles 121 Quickly creating a new power profile 121 Customizing a power profile 121 Mouse Utility 122 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 123 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 127 TOSHIBA Accessibility 128 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 129 Problems that are easy to fix 129 Problems when ... 136 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....136 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........137 Memory problems 139 Power and the batteries 139 Keyboard problems 141 Display problems 141 Disk, diskette, or storage drive problems........143 Sound system problems 145 Printer problems 146 ...
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...® compliant. Using the installed wireless technology, you purchased is compliant, it is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your favorite Web pages. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR®... the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's 24 You can accompany you wherever ...
...® compliant. Using the installed wireless technology, you purchased is compliant, it is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your favorite Web pages. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR®... the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's 24 You can accompany you wherever ...
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...cause electric shock or fire, resulting in temperature or humidity and sources of use, and to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. 30 Getting Started Getting comfortable with your computer ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner ...as stereo speakers (other than speakers that shipped with the underside or surface of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for using your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in...
...cause electric shock or fire, resulting in temperature or humidity and sources of use, and to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. 30 Getting Started Getting comfortable with your computer ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner ...as stereo speakers (other than speakers that shipped with the underside or surface of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for using your computer, and never expose the computer to the computer) or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in...
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..." that is turned on a hard flat surface. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or... AC adaptor with your computer. See "Connecting 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. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC...
..." that is turned on a hard flat surface. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or... AC adaptor with your computer. See "Connecting 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. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC...
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... caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Be careful if you use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could ...your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 33 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...
... caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Be careful if you use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could ...your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 33 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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...an AC power source with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 93 for more than a few hours at a time. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC ...completely charged and ready to recharge. Getting Started Charging the main battery 35 The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces ...
...an AC power source with the computer turned off for information on replacing the main battery. See "Changing the main battery" on page 93 for more than a few hours at a time. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC ...completely charged and ready to recharge. Getting Started Charging the main battery 35 The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces ...
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... NOTE When opening or 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 and begin using it.
... NOTE When opening or 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 and begin using it.
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... power button light glows white. NOTE The power button is disabled when the display panel is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may... appear on your screen display when you turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. When you turn on the computer for the first time 37...
... power button light glows white. NOTE The power button is disabled when the display panel is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you may... appear on your screen display when you turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. When you turn on the computer for the first time 37...
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... system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to locate the memory module slot cover. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 41 If the computer is on page 94.
... system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip to locate the memory module slot cover. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 41 If the computer is on page 94.
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... has recognized it on page 95. 16 Turn the computer right side up slightly. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 45 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Standby or Hibernation mode.
... has recognized it on page 95. 16 Turn the computer right side up slightly. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 45 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in Standby or Hibernation mode.
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 40), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Checking total memory When you change a memory module, you can check that .... 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 40), and then check that the computer has recognized the change. Checking total memory When you change a memory module, you can check that .... 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... idea to turn off your system settings so that, when you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you change your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose...
... idea to turn off your system settings so that, when you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you change your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose...
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...computer returns to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your computer on the internal storage drive, no data is lost if... is being retrieved from the internal storage drive rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, ...
...computer returns to the internal storage drive. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on your computer on the internal storage drive, no data is lost if... is being retrieved from the internal storage drive rather than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than when restarting from Standby. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it, ...
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... Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Using the Turn Off Computer command Use the following steps to a domain server: 1 Click Start, and then Turn off computer. Turning off ... computer by pressing the power button. To use this method, you power down completely. The computer shuts down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to activate it using Standby, see "Using and configuring Standby mode" on page 68. The...
... Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. Using the Turn Off Computer command Use the following steps to a domain server: 1 Click Start, and then Turn off computer. Turning off ... computer by pressing the power button. To use this method, you power down completely. The computer shuts down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to activate it using Standby, see "Using and configuring Standby mode" on page 68. The...
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... Set this option to Turn Off if you want from the drop-down lists. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE These options are set . Once...
... Set this option to Turn Off if you want from the drop-down lists. NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I close the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE These options are set . Once...
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... or closing the display panel, you were using. NOTE These options are set . NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to...
... or closing the display panel, you were using. NOTE These options are set . NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to...