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...-out wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners to end users in other countries such as the United States. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in accordance with the Information:... appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will ...
...-out wheeled bin with design engineers, suppliers, and other partners to end users in other countries such as the United States. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in accordance with the Information:... appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will ...
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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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...the model you go. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the...computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 Toshiba is set to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. We recommend that your work...STAR® qualified. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes.
...the model you go. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the...computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 37 Toshiba is set to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. We recommend that your work...STAR® qualified. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes.
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... and tips for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. If any part of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to liquid or moisture can...
... and tips for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. If any part of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to liquid or moisture can...
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... those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer or AC... may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard. Setting up your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer.
... those located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. To use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. See "Connecting to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer or AC... may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard. Setting up your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer.
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.... Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always 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, ... pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to do so may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Always confirm that may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. ...
.... Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always 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, ... pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to do so may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. Always confirm that may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. ...
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..., and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. 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... the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when ...
..., and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. 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... the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when ...
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Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the TFT manufacturing technology. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Small bright dots may appear ... open or close the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you...
Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the TFT manufacturing technology. This is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Small bright dots may appear ... open or close the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you...
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... completely. Setting up your software. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. NOTE The names...
... completely. Setting up your software. The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. NOTE The names...
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... remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the Start menu. Memory module...
... remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the Start menu. Memory module...
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Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer and AC adaptor... extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Overheating your computer on page 127. 16 Turn the ...
Getting Started 57 Adding memory (optional) 15 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer and AC adaptor... extra memory after setting up the computer, verify that the computer has recognized the additional memory module. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to work surface before restarting the computer. Overheating your computer on page 127. 16 Turn the ...
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... (even if your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or...
... (even if your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or...
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... turn off your computer, save your work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses... no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you will not be using the computer for ...
... turn off your computer, save your work, system settings, and current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses... no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you will not be using the computer for ...
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.... Be sure to save any open documents and programs to your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. 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 memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue ...
.... Be sure to save any open documents and programs to your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. 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 memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue ...
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... again by opening the display panel. If you turn off the computer 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... again by opening the display panel. If you turn off the computer 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 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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.... The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount 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 appears. 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount 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.