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... Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in European Union ... such as the United States. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the market in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. The party responsible for our products. This Directive applies to EU...
... Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in European Union ... such as the United States. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on the market in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. The party responsible for our products. This Directive applies to EU...
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Contents Introduction 40 This guide 42 Safety icons 43 Other icons used 43 Your computer's features and specifications ....44 Other documentation 44 Service options 44 Chapter 1: Getting Started 45 Selecting a place to work 45 Setting up a work environment 45 Keeping yourself comfortable 46 Precautions 46 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 48 Setting up your computer 48 Connecting to a power source 49 Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 33
Contents Introduction 40 This guide 42 Safety icons 43 Other icons used 43 Your computer's features and specifications ....44 Other documentation 44 Service options 44 Chapter 1: Getting Started 45 Selecting a place to work 45 Setting up a work environment 45 Keeping yourself comfortable 46 Precautions 46 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 48 Setting up your computer 48 Connecting to a power source 49 Charging the main battery 51 Using the computer for the first time 52 Opening the display panel 52 Turning on the power 53 33
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... Caring for optical discs 116 Toshiba's online resources 116 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 118 Power management 119 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 120 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining remaining battery power 123 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 116 Toshiba's online resources 116 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 117 Toshiba's energy-saver design 117 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 118 Power management 119 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 120 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining remaining battery power 123 What to...
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...Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....171 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 172 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service Station 176 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 176 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 178 Problems that are easy to fix 178 ... can help you 183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 184 Checking device properties 184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 187 Display problems 187 Disk or storage drive problems 189 Error-checking 189 Optical disc drive problems 190 Sound...
...Fingerprint Authentication Utility.....171 Fingerprint Logon 172 Care and maintenance of your fingerprint reader 172 Fingerprint reader limitations 174 TOSHIBA eco Utility 175 TOSHIBA Service Station 176 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 176 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 178 Problems that are easy to fix 178 ... can help you 183 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 184 Checking device properties 184 Memory problems 185 Power and the batteries 185 Keyboard problems 187 Display problems 187 Disk or storage drive problems 189 Error-checking 189 Optical disc drive problems 190 Sound...
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...following information applies. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Your computer model may be...computing. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer is set to conserve computer energy. 40 See ...
...following information applies. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Your computer model may be...computing. To conserve energy, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer is set to conserve computer energy. 40 See ...
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...result in temperature or humidity and sources of travel. Exposure to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of temperature change such as stereo ..., such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer.
...result in temperature or humidity and sources of travel. Exposure to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to withstand the rigors of temperature change such as stereo ..., such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of personal injury or damage to the computer.
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... your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or ...other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in Sleep mode). Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover...
... your computer Important information on your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or ...other soft material can use external power or to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and an ExpressCard. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in Sleep mode). Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in serious injury. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover...
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...instruction may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. 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, to charge the computer's battery. An overload on a power cord/cable...
...instruction may have been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. 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, to charge the computer's battery. An overload on a power cord/cable...
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... vary depending on replacing the main battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Getting Started 51 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows..., avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is charged for more than a few hours at a time. After that reduces the power required for ...
... vary depending on replacing the main battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Getting Started 51 Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows..., avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is charged for more than a few hours at a time. After that reduces the power required for ...
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...never lift the computer by the display panel. Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and ...display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on the palm rest to slowly...
...never lift the computer by the display panel. Any small bright dots that may appear on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and ...display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on the palm rest to slowly...
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... are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The first time you turn on your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on the computer for the first time...
... are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The first time you turn on your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on the computer for the first time...
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... 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. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer...memory module slot cover 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 129. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut...
... 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. otherwise, skip to prevent scratching the top cover of the computer, and then place the computer...memory module slot cover 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 129. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut...
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... computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you are protected from the work . 60 Getting Started 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 or AC adaptor... AC 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 page 63.
... computer has recognized the additional memory module. If you are protected from the work . 60 Getting Started 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 or AC adaptor... AC 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 page 63.
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... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Slot A Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always... AC 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 hard flat surface.
... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Slot A Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Back of computer Slot B (Sample Illustration) Removing the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out of the computer. ❖ Always... AC 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 hard flat surface.
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... , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the operating system installed, you left off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the...
... , wait a few seconds before turning the computer on the operating system installed, you left off your computer in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. Options for turning off the computer Depending on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save your work, system settings, and current state of the...
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...computer returns to the state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from ...Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer...
...computer returns to the state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will try to enter Hibernation mode. Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer ❖ Restarting from ...Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer...
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... button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down menu Hibernate Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off the computer by 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...
... button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down menu Hibernate Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn off the computer by 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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NOTE These options can place it 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 ...
NOTE These options can place it 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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... of these methods, you first need to be customized. 96 Getting Started 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 Advanced settings tab...
... of these methods, you first need to be customized. 96 Getting Started 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 Advanced settings tab...
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... Sleep mode when you want the computer to go into Sleep 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 Sleep if you want . NOTE These options can be set...
... Sleep mode when you want the computer to go into Sleep 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 Sleep if you want . NOTE These options can be set...