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...Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on... how to trade-in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. If the product's battery or accumulator contains ...
...Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. Pb, Hg, Cd In the European Union, these symbols indicate that focus on... how to trade-in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. If the product's battery or accumulator contains ...
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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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... and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 39 Your computer ships with the ENERGY ... more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We ...
... and display within 15 minutes of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to conserve computer energy. 39 Your computer ships with the ENERGY ... more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Your computer model may be ENERGY STAR® qualified. We ...
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Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer) or speakerphones. ... operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1.
Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer) or speakerphones. ... operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for working comfortably throughout the day. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1.
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...mode). In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction ...You must attach the AC adaptor. 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 52 before you can block the vents...
...mode). In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section in the "Instruction ...You must attach the AC adaptor. 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 52 before you can block the vents...
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...to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to the computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. AC... in serious injury. Failure to remove a plug from a socket. 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 avoid scratching or ...
...to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to the computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use a multiple connector. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. AC... in serious injury. Failure to remove a plug from a socket. 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 avoid scratching or ...
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Failure 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 Never attempt to a live electrical outlet. The computer's battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State...
Failure 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 Never attempt to a live electrical outlet. The computer's battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State...
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...for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to power the computer.... Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the DC-IN light flashes amber...
...for information on the applications, power management settings, and features used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer, you must charge the battery. After that reduces the power required for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to power the computer.... Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the DC-IN light flashes amber...
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... high-precision technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness 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. 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 . Small bright...
... high-precision technology. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness 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. 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 . Small bright...
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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 set up your software When you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on...
... 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 set up your software When you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you turn on...
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...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; The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then ...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. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. Getting...
...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; The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then ...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. Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start. Getting...
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... downward on the top edge of the module to be installed, it must be completely inserted into position. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in place. latch latch (Sample Illustration... 128. These latches should be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery.
... downward on the top edge of the module to be installed, it must be completely inserted into position. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into the socket and level when secured in place. latch latch (Sample Illustration... 128. These latches should be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the battery.
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... the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause ...the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 128. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional...
... the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the battery. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause ...the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on page 128. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the slot. Getting Started 61 Adding memory (optional...
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... turn off ) to adjust the video settings. It is a good idea to turn on the operating system installed, you may need to fully charge the battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to turn off your computer when you are using the computer...
... turn off ) to adjust the video settings. It is a good idea to turn on the operating system installed, you may need to fully charge the battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in order to turn off your computer when you are using the computer...
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... the computer into a power-saving mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer Hibernation mode Hibernation...computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in Sleep mode. ❖...
... the computer into a power-saving mode. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. Getting Started 89 Turning off the computer Hibernation mode Hibernation...computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no 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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...left it, including all open programs and files you power down the operating system, and then turns off your computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. To turn off your computer. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down command: 1 ...your unsaved information will try to the mode in the lower-right corner of the computer. For information on using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your work or the current state of the Start menu. This command closes all open programs, shuts down using Sleep, see...
...left it, including all open programs and files you power down the operating system, and then turns off your computer using . ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. To turn off your computer. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down command: 1 ...your unsaved information will try to the mode in the lower-right corner of the computer. For information on using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your work or the current state of the Start menu. This command closes all open programs, shuts down using Sleep, see...
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... button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. NOTE These options can turn 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...
... button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. NOTE These options can turn 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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... mode by opening the display panel. Sleep Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down button in Hibernation mode by 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...
... mode by opening the display panel. Sleep Start button Arrow (Sample Image) Shut down button in Hibernation mode by 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...