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... to end users in other partners to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the related European Directives. 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...apply to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The party responsible for CE-Marking is intended to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. Although the initial emphasis is carrying ...
... to end users in other partners to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the related European Directives. 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...apply to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The party responsible for CE-Marking is intended to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. Although the initial emphasis is carrying ...
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications 40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 29
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...Toshiba's energy-saver design 102 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 103 Power management 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low 109 Setting battery notifications 110 Conserving battery... the Power Plan 112 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 113 Changing the main battery 114 Taking care of your battery 114 Safety precautions 114 Maintaining your battery 115 Disposing of your computer 115 Traveling...
...Toshiba's energy-saver design 102 Running the computer on battery power 103 Battery Notice 103 Power management 105 Charging batteries 105 Charging the main battery 105 Charging the RTC battery 106 Monitoring main battery power 107 Determining remaining battery power 109 What to do when the main battery runs low 109 Setting battery notifications 110 Conserving battery... the Power Plan 112 Using the TOSHIBA eco power plan 113 Changing the main battery 114 Taking care of your battery 114 Safety precautions 114 Maintaining your battery 115 Disposing of your computer 115 Traveling...
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...® operating system can help you 163 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 163 Checking device properties 163 Memory problems 164 Power and the batteries 164 Keyboard problems 166 Display problems 166 Disk or storage drive problems 168 Error-checking 168 Sound system problems 169 Wireless networking problems 170 Develop... habits 172 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system ...........173 If you need further assistance 177 Before you contact Toshiba 177 Contacting Toshiba 178 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 178 Toshiba's worldwide offices 179
...® operating system can help you 163 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 163 Checking device properties 163 Memory problems 164 Power and the batteries 164 Keyboard problems 166 Display problems 166 Disk or storage drive problems 168 Error-checking 168 Sound system problems 169 Wireless networking problems 170 Develop... habits 172 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system ...........173 If you need further assistance 177 Before you contact Toshiba 177 Contacting Toshiba 178 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 178 Toshiba's worldwide offices 179
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..., your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is ... Welcome to conserve computer energy. 36 Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing.
..., your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. If the model you purchased is qualified, it is ... Welcome to conserve computer energy. 36 Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing.
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...but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC... on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. See "Connecting to your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC ...
...but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC... on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. See "Connecting to your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC ...
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... possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully ... this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor. Always grasp the plug directly. ... source NOTE Please handle your computer, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Always confirm that was provided with...
... possibly resulting in serious injury. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully ... this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor. Always grasp the plug directly. ... source NOTE Please handle your computer, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Always confirm that was provided with...
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... outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window." Getting Started 47 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...
... outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window." Getting Started 47 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...
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... angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Over a period of the screen while on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology...not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Opening the...
... angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Over a period of the screen while on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology...not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly open or close the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it . Opening the...
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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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software setup choices.
... 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software setup choices.
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... state of the computer to the internal storage drive. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you change your mind and decide to turn off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off . Options for a while. Hibernation mode Hibernation...
... state of the computer to the internal storage drive. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you change your mind and decide to turn off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the computer for turning off . Options for a while. Hibernation mode Hibernation...
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... then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to ...using. 80 Getting Started Turning off the computer Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While 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 in Sleep mode. ❖ ...
... then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to ...using. 80 Getting Started Turning off the computer Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While 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 in Sleep mode. ❖ ...
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...Shut down command completely shuts down using the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Getting Started 81 Turning off . By default, pressing your computer using ...the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer. The Power Options window appears. For information on using the Power Options feature. Start button Shut down button ...
...Shut down command completely shuts down using the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Getting Started 81 Turning off . By default, pressing your computer using ...the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your computer. The Power Options window appears. For information on using the Power Options feature. Start button Shut down button ...
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... turn it off by opening the display panel. 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...
... turn it off by opening the display panel. 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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... while the computer is configured, you 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 display the actions...
... while the computer is configured, you 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 display the actions...
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Getting Started 87 Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of the Power Options window appears. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. The Advanced settings tab 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.
Getting Started 87 Turning off the computer 2 Click Change plan settings under the power plan to sleep, select the desired amount of the Power Options window appears. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit Plan Settings screen 3 To change the amount of time after which the computer enters Sleep mode: ❖ Under Put the computer to be customized. The Advanced settings tab 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.
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... can be set . NOTE These options can place it 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 the computer to go into Sleep...
... can be set . NOTE These options can place it 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 the computer to go into Sleep...
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See "Utilities" on page 111. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 126. You may also wish to clean the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your power ... by opening the display panel. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage drive and optical disc drive...
See "Utilities" on page 111. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 126. You may also wish to clean the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to customize your power ... by opening the display panel. To keep dust and dirt out of the computer. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your battery" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage drive and optical disc drive...
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... it to the internal storage drive. See "Saving your work since you save feature that can be activated. See your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work frequently. This feature saves your software documentation for further information. If the...
... it to the internal storage drive. See "Saving your work since you save feature that can be activated. See your file to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work frequently. This feature saves your software documentation for further information. If the...
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...specific test settings at the time of publication and is for detailed information. See easyguard.toshiba.com for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that provides power when you are away from specifications depending on the model selected....select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under any individual user. The battery life rating is only achieved on battery power 103 Your computer contains Toshiba EasyGuard®. Battery Notice Battery life rating is not an estimate of individual components. The Toshiba EasyGuard* technology is made up ...
...specific test settings at the time of publication and is for detailed information. See easyguard.toshiba.com for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that provides power when you are away from specifications depending on the model selected....select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under any individual user. The battery life rating is only achieved on battery power 103 Your computer contains Toshiba EasyGuard®. Battery Notice Battery life rating is not an estimate of individual components. The Toshiba EasyGuard* technology is made up ...