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..., and 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 Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Although the initial emphasis ...is in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE-Marking is already working with a...
..., and 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 Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. Although the initial emphasis ...is in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for CE-Marking is already working with a...
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Contents Introduction 39 This guide 41 Safety icons 42 Other icons used 42 Your computer's features and specifications ....43 Other documentation 43 Service options 43 Chapter 1: Getting Started 44 Selecting a place to work 44 Setting up a work environment 44 Keeping yourself comfortable 45 Precautions 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 32
Contents Introduction 39 This guide 41 Safety icons 42 Other icons used 42 Your computer's features and specifications ....43 Other documentation 43 Service options 43 Chapter 1: Getting Started 44 Selecting a place to work 44 Setting up a work environment 44 Keeping yourself comfortable 45 Precautions 45 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 47 Setting up your computer 47 Connecting to a power source 48 Charging the battery 50 Using the computer for the first time 51 Opening the display panel 51 32
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... Computing 115 Toshiba's energy-saver design 115 Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 116 Power management 117 Using additional batteries 117 Charging batteries 117 Charging the battery 118 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring battery power 119 Determining remaining battery power 121 What to do when the battery runs low 121 Setting battery notifications 122 Conserving battery power 122...
... Computing 115 Toshiba's energy-saver design 115 Running the computer on battery power 115 Battery Notice 116 Power management 117 Using additional batteries 117 Charging batteries 117 Charging the battery 118 Charging the RTC battery 118 Monitoring battery power 119 Determining remaining battery power 121 What to do when the battery runs low 121 Setting battery notifications 122 Conserving battery power 122...
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Contents 37 Power supply mode settings 161 USB Sleep and Music 162 TOSHIBA Button Support 163 TOSHIBA Accessibility 164 TOSHIBA eco Utility 165 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 166 TOSHIBA Service Station 167 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 167 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 169 Problems that are easy to ... can help you 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 175 Checking device properties 175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 178 Disk or storage drive problems 180 Error-checking 180 Optical disc drive problems 181 Sound...
Contents 37 Power supply mode settings 161 USB Sleep and Music 162 TOSHIBA Button Support 163 TOSHIBA Accessibility 164 TOSHIBA eco Utility 165 TOSHIBA wireless LAN indicator 166 TOSHIBA Service Station 167 TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor 167 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 169 Problems that are easy to ... can help you 174 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 175 Checking device properties 175 Memory problems 176 Power and the batteries 176 Keyboard problems 178 Display problems 178 Disk or storage drive problems 180 Error-checking 180 Optical disc drive problems 181 Sound...
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... active, so that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable..., multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your work ...
... active, so that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable..., multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. To conserve energy, your work ...
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...or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of temperature change such as air conditioner vents... Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Getting Started 45 Selecting a place to work...
...or speakerphones. ❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of temperature change such as air conditioner vents... Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Getting Started 45 Selecting a place to work...
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... the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. See "Connecting to charge the... battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 52 before you can block the vents located at ...
... the air vents including those located at the underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Your computer contains a rechargeable battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. See "Connecting to charge the... battery you must complete all setup steps up to and including "Setting up your software" on page 52 before you can block the vents located at ...
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...fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Always confirm that may have been 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 ensure a secure...multiple connector. An overload on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to ...
...fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. Always confirm that may have been 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 ensure a secure...multiple connector. An overload on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to ...
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...hands. Never attempt to follow this product will expose you an indication of the battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows red when the battery is fully charged Getting Started 49 Connecting to a power source To connect AC ... DC-IN on the indicator panel glows red. The DC-IN light on the side of California to a live electrical outlet. The computer's battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer...
...hands. Never attempt to follow this product will expose you an indication of the battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows red when the battery is fully charged Getting Started 49 Connecting to a power source To connect AC ... DC-IN on the indicator panel glows red. The DC-IN light on the side of California to a live electrical outlet. The computer's battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor cord to the computer...
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... power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the battery. 50 Getting Started Charging the battery ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC...features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer. See "Changing the battery" on page 126 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the DC-IN light flashes ...
... power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the battery. 50 Getting Started Charging the battery ❖ Is unlit when the battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC...features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer. See "Changing the battery" on page 126 for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the DC-IN light flashes ...
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... panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on the usage of the computer, the brightness of time, and depending on battery power. Over a period of the screen will dim and you to turn on and begin using high-precision technology. To avoid damaging the display panel... the palm rest 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, the screen will deteriorate.
... panel and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on the usage of the computer, the brightness of time, and depending on battery power. Over a period of the screen will dim and you to turn on and begin using high-precision technology. To avoid damaging the display panel... the palm rest 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, the screen will deteriorate.
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... operating system has loaded completely. The first time you through steps to set up your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software.
... operating system has loaded completely. The first time you through steps to set up your software When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to your software.
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... computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image..., and then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the battery.
... computer upside down button in the lower-right corner of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Memory module slot cover Front of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image..., and then turns off. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the battery.
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... socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the...
... socket, press downward on the top edge of the module to be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the...
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... the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 128. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your... or 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 battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer.
... the memory module to a power outlet (even if your computer is connected to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 128. 6 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your... or 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 battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer.
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... all , wait a few seconds before shutting down option to turn off the computer 3 Release the Fn key. Options for turning off ) to fully charge the battery. It is a good idea to turn off your work . See the video device documentation for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source...
... all , wait a few seconds before shutting down option to turn off the computer 3 Release the Fn key. Options for turning off ) to fully charge the battery. It is a good idea to turn off your work . See the video device documentation for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source...
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... mode. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to ... using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you will lose data...
... mode. Sleep saves the current state of the computer to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to use and configure Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on how to ... using the Hibernation or Shut down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open programs and files you will lose data...
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...of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your work first. If you power down button in which you left it, including all ...open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down command: 1 Click Start. Be sure to ...
...of the Start menu. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your work first. If you power down button in which you left it, including all ...open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down command: 1 Click Start. Be sure to ...
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... lists. NOTE These options can be set . 92 Getting Started Turning 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...
... lists. NOTE These options can be set . 92 Getting Started Turning 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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... into Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you want...
... into Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to Hibernate if you want...