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... accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed...The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for CE-Marking is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human ...
... accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed...The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for CE-Marking is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human ...
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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 29
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 29
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... Caring for optical discs 112 Toshiba's online resources 112 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 113 Toshiba's energy-saver design 113 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 114 Power management 115 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 116 Charging the RTC battery 117 Monitoring main battery power 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 112 Toshiba's online resources 112 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 113 Toshiba's energy-saver design 113 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 114 Power management 115 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 116 Charging the RTC battery 117 Monitoring main battery power 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to...
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Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries 129 Traveling tips 131 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 132 Exploring the desktop 132 Finding your way around the desktop 133 Setting up for communications ... 141 Removing memory media 142 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 143 Using the expansion port 143 Chapter 5: Utilities 144 TOSHIBA Assist 145 Connect 146 Secure 147 Protect & Fix 148 Optimize 149 TOSHIBA Application Installer 150 Setting passwords 151 Using an instant password 151 Using a supervisor password 152 Using a user password 153...
Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries 129 Traveling tips 131 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 132 Exploring the desktop 132 Finding your way around the desktop 133 Setting up for communications ... 141 Removing memory media 142 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 143 Using the expansion port 143 Chapter 5: Utilities 144 TOSHIBA Assist 145 Connect 146 Secure 147 Protect & Fix 148 Optimize 149 TOSHIBA Application Installer 150 Setting passwords 151 Using an instant password 151 Using a supervisor password 152 Using a user password 153...
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Contents 35 Memory problems 184 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 186 Disk or storage drive problems 188 Error-checking 188 Optical disc drive problems 189 Sound system problems 190 ... configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 205 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Application Cards 209 Using the Application...
Contents 35 Memory problems 184 Power and the batteries 184 Keyboard problems 186 Display problems 186 Disk or storage drive problems 188 Error-checking 188 Optical disc drive problems 189 Sound system problems 190 ... configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 199 If you need further assistance 203 Before you contact Toshiba 203 Contacting Toshiba 204 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 205 Toshiba's worldwide offices 205 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 207 Hot Key Cards 207 Using the Hot Key Cards 208 Application Cards 209 Using the Application...
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... you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed...
... you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program and has designed...
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... the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that are connected to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Never allow any liquids to an authorized service center. Turn... power again until you have taken the computer to spill into any of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack.
... the AC adaptor from : ❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight. ❖ Equipment that are connected to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Never allow any liquids to an authorized service center. Turn... power again until you have taken the computer to spill into any of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack.
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...AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. To use it. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when ...to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 50 before you can block the vents located at...
...AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. To use it. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when ...to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 50 before you can block the vents located at...
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...shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. An overload... or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source 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 avoid scratching or...
...shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to charge the computer's battery. Be careful if you use of fire or other damage to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. An overload... or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source 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 avoid scratching or...
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...amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to run applications, features, and devices. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary... depending on replacing the main battery. After that reduces the power required for information on the ...
...amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to run applications, features, and devices. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary... depending on replacing the main battery. After that reduces the power required for information on the ...
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... hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology. This is manufactured using it moves easily... turn on your computer. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn it on and begin using high-precision technology.
... hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology. This is manufactured using it moves easily... turn on your computer. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn it on and begin using high-precision technology.
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... power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The first time you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on...
... power To turn on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The first time you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on...
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... then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the... work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 125. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
... then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the... work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 125. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1;
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... operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). ... for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52 to work surface before restarting the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your...
... operating system has loaded, you can now continue setting up the computer. Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). ... for the computer to shut down the computer and open the memory module slot cover. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52 to work surface before restarting the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your...
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... adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional...
... adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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. Getting Started 59 Adding memory (optional...
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... but it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started 85 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are retained indefinitely. Options for several days...computer for turning off the computer 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 upgrade your computer. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after ...
... but it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Getting Started 85 Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are retained indefinitely. Options for several days...computer for turning off the computer 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 upgrade your computer. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after ...
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...information on using . 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . For information on how to save any open documents and programs to the state in which you left ...it , including all open programs and files you were using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Be sure to use and configure ...
...information on using . 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . For information on how to save any open documents and programs to the state in which you left ...it , including all open programs and files you were using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Be sure to use and configure ...
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Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down ...
Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Shut down if you want the computer to shut down ...
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... computer 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to go into Hibernation mode 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... computer 4 Double-click Power buttons and lid to go into Hibernation mode 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 Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
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Getting Started 93 Turning off the computer To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Power Options window ...
Getting Started 93 Turning off the computer To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. 4 Click Change advanced power settings. The Power Options window ...