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... with a crossed-out wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of this product, it must be sent to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning...cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on recycling and reuse. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Although the initial emphasis is in other partners to appropriate facilities for our products. This Directive requires producers of -life strategies ...
... with a crossed-out wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of this product, it must be sent to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning...cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on recycling and reuse. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Although the initial emphasis is in other partners to appropriate facilities for our products. This Directive requires producers of -life strategies ...
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Contents Introduction 25 This guide 27 Safety icons 28 Other icons used 28 Your computer's features and specifications ....29 Other documentation 29 Service options 29 Chapter 1: Getting Started 30 Getting comfortable with your computer 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 31 Precautions 31 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 33 Setting up your computer 33 Connecting to a power source 34 Charging the main battery 36 Using the computer for the first time 37 Opening the display panel 37 Turning on the power 38 Setting up your software 39 19
Contents Introduction 25 This guide 27 Safety icons 28 Other icons used 28 Your computer's features and specifications ....29 Other documentation 29 Service options 29 Chapter 1: Getting Started 30 Getting comfortable with your computer 30 Keeping yourself comfortable 31 Precautions 31 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 33 Setting up your computer 33 Connecting to a power source 34 Charging the main battery 36 Using the computer for the first time 37 Opening the display panel 37 Turning on the power 38 Setting up your software 39 19
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... Backing up your work 93 Restoring your work 94 Toshiba's online resources 94 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 95 Toshiba's energy-saver design 95 Running the computer on battery power 95 Battery Notice 96 Power management 97 Using additional batteries 97 Charging batteries 97 Charging the main battery 98 Charging the RTC battery 98 Monitoring main battery power 99 Determining remaining...
... Backing up your work 93 Restoring your work 94 Toshiba's online resources 94 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 95 Toshiba's energy-saver design 95 Running the computer on battery power 95 Battery Notice 96 Power management 97 Using additional batteries 97 Charging batteries 97 Charging the main battery 98 Charging the RTC battery 98 Monitoring main battery power 99 Determining remaining...
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... set the Power Plan 104 Changing the main battery 105 Removing the battery from the computer .......105 Inserting a charged battery 107 Taking care of your battery 108 Safety precautions 108 Maintaining your battery 109 Disposing of used batteries 110 Traveling tips 111 Chapter 4: Exploring Your ...reader 118 Inserting memory media 119 Removing memory media 119 Chapter 5: Utilities 121 TOSHIBA Assist 122 Secure 123 Protect & Fix 124 Optimize 125 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 126 Setting passwords 127 Using an instant password 127 Using a ...
... set the Power Plan 104 Changing the main battery 105 Removing the battery from the computer .......105 Inserting a charged battery 107 Taking care of your battery 108 Safety precautions 108 Maintaining your battery 109 Disposing of used batteries 110 Traveling tips 111 Chapter 4: Exploring Your ...reader 118 Inserting memory media 119 Removing memory media 119 Chapter 5: Utilities 121 TOSHIBA Assist 122 Secure 123 Protect & Fix 124 Optimize 125 TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator 126 TOSHIBA Application Installer 126 Setting passwords 127 Using an instant password 127 Using a ...
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Contents 23 Using a user password 129 Deleting a user password 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 Mouse Utility 132 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 133 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 135 TOSHIBA Accessibility 136 TOSHIBA eco Utility 137 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 138 Problems that ...can help you 143 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 144 Checking device properties 144 Memory problems 145 Power and the batteries 145 Keyboard problems 147 Display problems 147 Disk or storage drive problems 149 Error-checking 149 Sound system problems 150 Printer...
Contents 23 Using a user password 129 Deleting a user password 130 TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility 131 Mouse Utility 132 TOSHIBA Hardware Setup 133 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility 135 TOSHIBA Accessibility 136 TOSHIBA eco Utility 137 TOSHIBA Service Station 137 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 138 Problems that ...can help you 143 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 144 Checking device properties 144 Memory problems 145 Power and the batteries 145 Keyboard problems 147 Display problems 147 Disk or storage drive problems 149 Error-checking 149 Sound system problems 150 Printer...
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... can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines ...174; Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to -date with your computer will provide the most stable operating environment...
... can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. We recommend that you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines ...174; Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to -date with your computer will provide the most stable operating environment...
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...such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started 31 Getting comfortable with the underside or surface of the computer. Do not turn on the power again until you... result in damage or serious injury. Never allow any liquids to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, contains helpful information for working comfortably throughout the day. Exposure to...
...such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started 31 Getting comfortable with the underside or surface of the computer. Do not turn on the power again until you... result in damage or serious injury. Never allow any liquids to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with your computer, contains helpful information for working comfortably throughout the day. Exposure to...
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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. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 34. .... Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power source" on the computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that...
Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 34. .... Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power source" on the computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that...
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34 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. Always use a multiple connector. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord... pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to the computer. Failure to do so may have been 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, to avoid scratching or damaging the...
34 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. Always use a multiple connector. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord... pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to the computer. Failure to do so may have been 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, to avoid scratching or damaging the...
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The AC power light/battery light on this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never attempt to follow this product will expose you to ...
The AC power light/battery light on this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Never attempt to follow this product will expose you to ...
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... is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. After that, the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. Once the battery is charged for information on page 105 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC ...will be used to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green when the main...
... is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. After that, the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. Once the battery is charged for information on page 105 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC ...will be used to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green when the main...
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... the applications, power management settings, and features used. 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 display panel and be careful to slowly open or close the display panel.
... the applications, power management settings, and features used. 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 display panel and be careful to slowly open or close the display panel.
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...computer, the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small bright dots that may not be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using high-precision technology. 38 Getting Started Using...such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Turning on the power To turn on battery power, the screen will load automatically. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on your...
...computer, the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small bright dots that may not be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using high-precision technology. 38 Getting Started Using...such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to increase the brightness of the screen technology. Turning on the power To turn on battery power, the screen will load automatically. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on your...
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... button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on page 105. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button...
... button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on page 105. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button...
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... or block the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer,... verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) 16 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer....
... or block the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 48. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have adequate ventilation and are adding extra memory after setting up the computer,... verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. Getting Started 45 Adding memory (optional) 16 Re-insert the main battery. Overheating your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer....
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...carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 107. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as...fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started ...
...carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 107. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as...fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Getting Started ...
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... the Sleep command to save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are off. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you are using it for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using the computer for turning off...
... the Sleep command to save your files and make sure all disk/disc activity lights are off. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you are using it for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using the computer for turning off...
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... places the computer into a power-saving mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to your internal storage drive, and then shuts down completely, but it , including all open ... continue working from where you were using. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in Sleep mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored...
... places the computer into a power-saving mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to your internal storage drive, and then shuts down completely, but it , including all open ... continue working from where you were using. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the state in Sleep mode. Sleep saves the current state of the system is stored...
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... down button in which you left it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your unsaved...current state of the Start menu. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns...
... down button in which you left it, including all open programs and files you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the computer without saving your unsaved...current state of the Start menu. 74 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns...
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... pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Shut down if you...
... pressing the power button or closing the display panel, depending on the options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Shut down if you...