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... working with a black bar symbol. Although the initial emphasis is in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. VCCI Class B Information This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products...for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of ...
... working with a black bar symbol. Although the initial emphasis is in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. VCCI Class B Information This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products...for applicable laws and regulations governing the disposal of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of ...
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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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...its maximum energy efficiency. If the model you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. You can check email, enjoy streaming music or video, make calls with VOIP (Voice Over IP), or stay up-to-date with... logo on the computer and the following information applies. Using the installed wireless technology, you go. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's 24 To conserve energy, your computer is labeled with your entertainment can accompany you wherever you can wake the computer from Standby mode...
...its maximum energy efficiency. If the model you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. You can check email, enjoy streaming music or video, make calls with VOIP (Voice Over IP), or stay up-to-date with... logo on the computer and the following information applies. Using the installed wireless technology, you go. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's 24 To conserve energy, your computer is labeled with your entertainment can accompany you wherever you can wake the computer from Standby mode...
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Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of travel. If any part ...with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for using your computer throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that are connected to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of...
Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to an authorized service center. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of travel. If any part ...with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips for using your computer throughout the day. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that are connected to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of...
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... computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power source" on page 33. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer and memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is in...fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. 32 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 38 before adding...
... computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power source" on page 33. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to , a mouse, keyboard, printer and memory. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is in...fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. 32 Getting Started Setting up your software" on page 38 before adding...
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... power cord/cable to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use a multiple connector. 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. Be ...careful if you 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...
... power cord/cable to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use a multiple connector. 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. Be ...careful if you 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...
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... to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 93 for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ ...not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Getting Started Charging the main battery 35 The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Continuing to power the computer, you an indication of the ...
... to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See "Changing the main battery" on page 93 for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ ...not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Once the battery is charged for more than a few hours at a time. Getting Started Charging the main battery 35 The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Continuing to power the computer, you an indication of the ...
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... never lift the computer by 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.
... never lift the computer by 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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... computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. NOTE The power button is disabled when the display panel is operated on... battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are empty. 3 Press ...
... computer, the brightness of the screen will dim and you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. NOTE The power button is disabled when the display panel is operated on... battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are empty. 3 Press ...
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Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 41 If the computer is on page 94. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip... to locate the memory module slot cover. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove ...
Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 41 If the computer is on page 94. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns off computer window appears. 2 Click Turn Off. otherwise, skip... to locate the memory module slot cover. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover The Turn off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove ...
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..., verify that the computer has recognized the memory module. 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 , perform the following message appears when you turn off the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If...
..., verify that the computer has recognized the memory module. 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 , perform the following message appears when you turn off the computer and open the memory module slot cover. If...
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.... 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. Checking total memory When you change a memory module, you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. 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.
.... 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. Checking total memory When you change a memory module, you can check that the module is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the... Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the slot. 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.
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... turn off the computer: Turn Off, Hibernate, and Standby. If you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to fully charge the main battery. It is off the computer Depending on again. Turn Off Factors to consider when choosing the Turn Off command: ❖ Use the Turn Off command...
... turn off the computer: Turn Off, Hibernate, and Standby. If you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to fully charge the main battery. It is off the computer Depending on again. Turn Off Factors to consider when choosing the Turn Off command: ❖ Use the Turn Off command...
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...see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and may consume more main battery power to start up than when restarting from where you were using . For information on how to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ ...While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on page 66. You should save your work before putting your internal storage ...
...see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on your computer on Standby. ❖ Restarting from Standby takes less time and may consume more main battery power to start up than when restarting from where you were using . For information on how to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ ...While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Standby command does not store unsaved information on page 66. You should save your work before putting your internal storage ...
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... it using Standby, see "Using and configuring Standby mode" on using Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. The computer shuts down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Using the Turn...
... it using Standby, see "Using and configuring Standby mode" on using Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. The computer shuts down using the Standby command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Using the Turn...
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Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Turn Off if you want the computer to ..., you want the computer 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 page 120. NOTE These options are set .
Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ When I press the power button Set this option to Turn Off if you want the computer to ..., you want the computer 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 page 120. NOTE These options are set .
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... options set separately for the options you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending 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... the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE These options are set . NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 120. Getting Started Turning off the computer 67 4 Select Hibernation for how they operate while the computer is configured, you can...
... options set separately for the options you were using. If you put the computer in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending 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... the display panel. 5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK. NOTE These options are set . NOTE For more information about the Power Saver utility, see "TOSHIBA Power Saver" on page 120. Getting Started Turning off the computer 67 4 Select Hibernation for how they operate while the computer is configured, you can...