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...below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. 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. For... information on how to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for applicable laws and regulations...
...below the crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the battery. 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. For... information on how to trade-in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for applicable laws and regulations...
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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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... to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is set to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. You ... ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. See the ...
... to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Toshiba is set to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for energy efficiency. You ... ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. See the ...
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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 or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (... computer or 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 shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖...
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 or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (... computer or 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 shipped with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as an electric blanket or heater. ❖...
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... no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration... do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to operate. Be careful if... connection. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery.
... no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration... do so may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to operate. Be careful if... connection. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer's battery.
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... into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window." See "For more information on the... TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the AC adaptor NOTE If...
... into the computer or AC outlet ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to power the computer. After that, the battery will be completely charged and ready to recharge the main battery or plug in the TOSHIBA eco Utility™ window." See "For more information on the... TOSHIBA eco power plan, see the Help file in the AC adaptor NOTE If...
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... the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may appear on your computer. Over a period of...
... the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. Do not press or push on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Small bright dots may appear on your computer. Over a period of...
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... according to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software When you turn on the computer for the first time Turning on the power To...
... according to ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software When you turn on the computer for the first time Turning on the power To...
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... when you to turn off . If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off your mind and decide to fully charge the main battery. You must turn off ) to continue working after all disk/disc activity lights are not using the computer for a while. If you change your computer...
... when you to turn off . If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is off your mind and decide to fully charge the main battery. You must turn off ) to continue working after all disk/disc activity lights are not using the computer for a while. If you change your computer...
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.... 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 after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and ...
.... 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 after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and ...
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... use this method, you power down using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. Getting Started 81 Turning off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the operating system, and... then turns off your computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work or the current state of the Start menu. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in the...
... use this method, you power down using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. Getting Started 81 Turning off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down the operating system, and... then turns off your computer using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work or the current state of the Start menu. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in the...
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Restarting your computer To start it off 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 ...
Restarting your computer To start it off 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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... 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 go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button...
... 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 go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button...
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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. 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.
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... computer is configured, you want the computer to the screen(s) you press the power button. 7 Click Apply. 8 Click OK. Once the computer is running 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...
... computer is configured, you want the computer to the screen(s) you press the power button. 7 Click Apply. 8 Click OK. Once the computer is running 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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Refer to clean the computer. To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on cleaning and moving your operating system documentation or Help and Support for your particular requirements. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer....your computer. You may also wish to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 126. Customizing your computer's settings There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Caring for details...
Refer to clean the computer. To keep dust and dirt out of your battery" on cleaning and moving your operating system documentation or Help and Support for your particular requirements. For more information, see "Taking care of the computer....your computer. You may also wish to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Cleaning the computer Keep liquids, including cleaning fluid, out of your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 126. Customizing your computer's settings There are several ways in Sleep mode by opening the display panel. Caring for details...
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... you save feature that can be activated. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you will lose all work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some...
... you save feature that can be activated. HINT: Some programs have an automatic save it to the internal storage drive at preset intervals. See your battery runs out of charge while you are using goes down and you will lose all work frequently. Chapter 2 Learning the Basics This chapter gives some...
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...specific test settings. You can recharge it many times. The Toshiba EasyGuard* technology is for detailed information. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from specifications depending on... Optimize-to enable users to customize system settings to be available on a particular Toshiba computer depending on battery power 103 Your computer contains Toshiba EasyGuard®. Battery Notice Battery life rating is made up of four foundational elements that incorporate hardware and software ...
...specific test settings. You can recharge it many times. The Toshiba EasyGuard* technology is for detailed information. Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you are away from specifications depending on... Optimize-to enable users to customize system settings to be available on a particular Toshiba computer depending on battery power 103 Your computer contains Toshiba EasyGuard®. Battery Notice Battery life rating is made up of four foundational elements that incorporate hardware and software ...