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... and other countries such as the United States. For information on how to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of -life strategies for lead (Pb), mercury ... Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. VCCI Class B Information Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the...
... and other countries such as the United States. For information on how to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of -life strategies for lead (Pb), mercury ... Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the battery. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. VCCI Class B Information Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the...
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Contents Introduction 26 This guide 28 Safety icons 29 Other icons used 29 Your computer's features and specifications ....30 Other documentation 30 Service options 30 Chapter 1: Getting Started 31 Getting comfortable with your computer 31 Keeping yourself comfortable 32 Precautions 32 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 34 Setting up your computer 34 Connecting to a power source 35 Charging the main battery 37 Using the computer for the first time 38 Opening the display panel 38 Turning on the power 39 20
Contents Introduction 26 This guide 28 Safety icons 29 Other icons used 29 Your computer's features and specifications ....30 Other documentation 30 Service options 30 Chapter 1: Getting Started 31 Getting comfortable with your computer 31 Keeping yourself comfortable 32 Precautions 32 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 34 Setting up your computer 34 Connecting to a power source 35 Charging the main battery 37 Using the computer for the first time 38 Opening the display panel 38 Turning on the power 39 20
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... work 90 Backing up your work 91 Restoring your work 92 Toshiba's online resources 92 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 93 Toshiba's energy-saver design 93 Running the computer on battery power 93 Battery Notice 94 Power management 95 Using additional batteries 95 Charging batteries 95 Charging the main battery 96 Charging the RTC battery 96 Monitoring main battery power 97
... work 90 Backing up your work 91 Restoring your work 92 Toshiba's online resources 92 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 93 Toshiba's energy-saver design 93 Running the computer on battery power 93 Battery Notice 94 Power management 95 Using additional batteries 95 Charging batteries 95 Charging the main battery 96 Charging the RTC battery 96 Monitoring main battery power 97
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... Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........102 Changing the main battery 102 Removing the battery from the computer .......103 Inserting a charged battery 104 Taking care of your battery 105 Safety precautions 106 Maintaining your battery 106 Disposing of used batteries 107 Traveling tips 108 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 110 Exploring the...115 Using the Web Camera 116 Using the Memory card reader 117 Inserting memory media 117 Removing memory media 118 Chapter 5: Utilities 119 TOSHIBA Assist 120 Connect 121 Secure 122 Protect & Fix 123 Optimize 124...
... Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........102 Changing the main battery 102 Removing the battery from the computer .......103 Inserting a charged battery 104 Taking care of your battery 105 Safety precautions 106 Maintaining your battery 106 Disposing of used batteries 107 Traveling tips 108 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 110 Exploring the...115 Using the Web Camera 116 Using the Memory card reader 117 Inserting memory media 117 Removing memory media 118 Chapter 5: Utilities 119 TOSHIBA Assist 120 Connect 121 Secure 122 Protect & Fix 123 Optimize 124...
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Contents 25 Power and the batteries 154 Keyboard problems 155 Display problems 156 Disk or storage drive problems 157 Error-checking 158 Sound system problems 159 Printer problems 160 Wireless networking ... Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 163 If you need further assistance 169 Before you contact Toshiba 169 Contacting Toshiba 170 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 170 Toshiba's worldwide offices 171 Appendix A: Hot Keys 173 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 179 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree® with your T oshiba Computer...
Contents 25 Power and the batteries 154 Keyboard problems 155 Display problems 156 Disk or storage drive problems 157 Error-checking 158 Sound system problems 159 Printer problems 160 Wireless networking ... Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 163 If you need further assistance 169 Before you contact Toshiba 169 Contacting Toshiba 170 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 170 Toshiba's worldwide offices 171 Appendix A: Hot Keys 173 Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors 179 Appendix C: Using ConfigFree® with your T oshiba Computer...
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... on the computer and the following information applies. Introduction Welcome to conserve computer energy. 26 Toshiba is set to -date with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings ... this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. Your...the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your favorite Web pages.
... on the computer and the following information applies. Introduction Welcome to conserve computer energy. 26 Toshiba is set to -date with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings ... this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. Your...the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your favorite Web pages.
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Remove the battery pack. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as ... liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or...
Remove the battery pack. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as ... liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or...
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Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup ... CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Using 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 base of the computer. To use it. Overheating your computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖...
Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup ... CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Using 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 base of the computer. To use it. Overheating your computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖...
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...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), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 35 NOTE Please... handle your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used...
...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), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Getting Started Connecting to a power source 35 NOTE Please... handle your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used...
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... low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the... power source with the computer turned off for information on page 102 for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to recharge. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the...
... low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. Charging the main battery Before using all of the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the... power source with the computer turned off for information on page 102 for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to recharge. After that, the battery will be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the...
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... to slowly open or close 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. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the...
... to slowly open or close 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. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the...
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...the power The preinstalled operating system will deteriorate. NOTE The power button is disabled when the display panel is closed. (Sample Illustration) Turning on battery power. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. When you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as ... This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Press the power button in until the ON/...
...the power The preinstalled operating system will deteriorate. NOTE The power button is disabled when the display panel is closed. (Sample Illustration) Turning on battery power. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. When you turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as ... This is also an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Press the power button in until the ON/...
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... Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures 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 Adding memory (optional) 43 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to prevent scratching the top cover...
... Phillips screwdriver, loosen the captive screw that secures 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 Adding memory (optional) 43 4 Place a soft cloth on the work surface to prevent scratching the top cover...
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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 in serious injury. 18 Reconnect the ...) Inserting the memory module into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 16 Re-insert the main battery.
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 in serious injury. 18 Reconnect the ...) Inserting the memory module into the slot 15 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 16 Re-insert the main battery.
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... or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Standby mode). Memory slot Front of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer on page 104... out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Standby mode). Memory slot Front of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer on page 104... out of computer (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... Turning off . The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on the operating system installed, you to fully charge the main battery.
... Turning off . The Add Printer Wizard appears. (Sample Image) Add Printer Wizard 3 Follow the on the operating system installed, you to fully charge the main battery.
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...174; operating system records information, such as new icon positions may be lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down... completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of these options to maintain the saved information, system settings are retained indefinitely. TECHNICAL NOTE: ...
...174; operating system records information, such as new icon positions may be lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down... completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of these options to maintain the saved information, system settings are retained indefinitely. TECHNICAL NOTE: ...
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...the computer into a power-saving mode. 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 page 77. Standby saves the current state of the computer to memory ...information 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 mode in which you left it , ...
...the computer into a power-saving mode. 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 page 77. Standby saves the current state of the computer to memory ...information 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 mode in which you left it , ...
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... panel, depending on the options set. Once the computer is running on page 134. 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 Turn Off if you want the...
... panel, depending on the options set. Once the computer is running on page 134. 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 Turn Off if you want the...
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...turn off the computer by closing the display panel, you first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Actions tab. 4 Select Hibernation for how they ...operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. Configuring Hibernation mode options You can ...
...turn off the computer by closing the display panel, you first need to enable them in Toshiba's Power Saver utility. 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and then Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon. 3 Click the Setup Actions tab. 4 Select Hibernation for how they ...operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. Configuring Hibernation mode options You can ...