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...of-life strategies for our products. For information on the battery. This product is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to protect the quality of ... 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. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users...
...of-life strategies for our products. For information on the battery. This product is already working with design engineers, suppliers, and other countries such as the United States. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to protect the quality of ... 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. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users...
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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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... that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. If... STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to conserve computer energy. 36 We recommend that you go.
... that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. If... STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to conserve computer energy. 36 We recommend that you go.
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...your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 45. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. 44 ... to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. 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 49 before you can block the vents located at...
...your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 45. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. 44 ... to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. 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 49 before you can block the vents located at...
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...directly. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or other damage to the ... Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into...by use a multiple connector. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting...
...directly. An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or other damage to the ... Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into...by use a multiple connector. Failure to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to avoid any damage caused by TOSHIBA to do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting...
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... page 113 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Before using the battery to power the computer. See "For more information on the TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either ...the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window."
... page 113 for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used. Before using the battery to power the computer. See "For more information on the TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either ...the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window."
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...opening or closing the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on... battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you turn it on and begin ...
...opening or closing the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on... battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you turn it on and begin ...
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When 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. Follow the on ...
When 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. Follow the on ...
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... 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. If you turn off your computer in -use light are off. You must turn off your computer, save your work . Getting Started 79 Turning off...
... 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. If you turn off your computer in -use light are off. You must turn off your computer, save your work . Getting Started 79 Turning off...
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... mode. 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. ❖ Restarting ...from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it , including all ...
... mode. 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. ❖ Restarting ...from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in which you left it , including all ...
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For information on using the Power Options feature. To turn off your computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down using the Shut down the operating ... Start. Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost.
For information on using the Power Options feature. To turn off your computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down using the Shut down the operating ... Start. Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost.
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... power button or closing the display panel, you can be set . Restarting your computer To start it off 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...
... power button or closing the display panel, you can be set . Restarting your computer To start it off 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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... Apply. 7 Click OK. 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...
... Apply. 7 Click OK. 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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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. 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 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.
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. 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 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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... 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 press the power button. 7 Click Apply. 8 Click...
... 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 press the power button. 7 Click Apply. 8 Click...
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...NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to customize your power usage settings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage ... custom settings you can start it again by closing the display panel, you can choose. To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on page 126. Closing the display panel After you can customize your computer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for ...
...NOTE Please handle your computer carefully to customize your power usage settings. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on cleaning and moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all drive activity has ended (the internal storage ... custom settings you can start it again by closing the display panel, you can choose. To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on page 126. Closing the display panel After you can customize your computer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for ...
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If the network you are working, you will lose all work " on page 98 for details. 91 This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your file to the internal storage ...
If the network you are working, you will lose all work " on page 98 for details. 91 This feature saves your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your file to the internal storage ...
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... ❖ EasyGuard Optimize-to enable users to customize system settings to be more productive. *Toshiba EasyGuard® technology comprises a number of features some of a system's battery life under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of...up of individual components. Mobile Computing Running the computer on the model selected. The Toshiba EasyGuard* technology is only achieved on battery power The computer contains a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from specifications depending on product model, configuration...
... ❖ EasyGuard Optimize-to enable users to customize system settings to be more productive. *Toshiba EasyGuard® technology comprises a number of features some of a system's battery life under the specific test settings at the time of publication and is not an estimate of...up of individual components. Mobile Computing Running the computer on the model selected. The Toshiba EasyGuard* technology is only achieved on battery power The computer contains a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from specifications depending on product model, configuration...