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... already working with the related European Directives. This product is intended 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. This Directive requires producers of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive...
... already working with the related European Directives. This product is intended 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. This Directive requires producers of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive...
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Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
Contents Introduction 37 This guide 39 Safety icons 40 Other icons used 40 Your computer's features and specifications ....41 Other documentation 41 Service options 41 Chapter 1: Getting Started 42 Selecting a place to work 42 Setting up a work environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable 43 Precautions 43 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 45 Setting up your computer 45 Connecting to a power source 46 Charging the main battery 48 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
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... Caring for optical discs 119 Toshiba's online resources 119 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 120 Toshiba's energy-saver design 120 Running the computer on battery power 120 Battery Notice 121 Power management 122 Using additional batteries 122 Charging batteries 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 123 Monitoring main battery power 124 Determining remaining battery power 125 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 119 Toshiba's online resources 119 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 120 Toshiba's energy-saver design 120 Running the computer on battery power 120 Battery Notice 121 Power management 122 Using additional batteries 122 Charging batteries 122 Charging the main battery 123 Charging the RTC battery 123 Monitoring main battery power 124 Determining remaining battery power 125 What to...
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... Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
... Windows® operating system can help you 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 176 Checking device properties 176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 177 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 179 Disk or storage drive problems 181 Error-checking 181 Optical disc drive problems 182 Sound system problems 185... computing habits 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 194 Before you contact Toshiba 194 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 195 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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... at its maximum energy efficiency. You can accompany you wherever you go. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management ...a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down...
... at its maximum energy efficiency. You can accompany you wherever you go. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management ...a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down...
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... electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that...
... electromagnetic field, such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Remove the battery pack. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that...
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... protected from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Getting Started 45 Setting up... your computer Important information on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to and including "Setting up your software" on page 50 before you can...
... protected from overheating when the power is turned on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you must complete all setup steps up to your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. Getting Started 45 Setting up... your computer Important information on a hard flat surface. Setting up your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to and including "Setting up your software" on page 50 before you can...
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...cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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,...your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly ...
...cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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,...your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly ...
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The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer ... product will expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not...
The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of the computer. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer ... product will expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not...
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... the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can be used . To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. 48 Getting Started ...Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, ...
... the power provided by the AC adaptor to run applications, features, and devices. Your computer's Power Options utility can be used . To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into an AC power source with the computer turned off for more than a few hours at a time. 48 Getting Started ...Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, ...
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... usage of the computer, the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly...
... usage of the computer, the brightness of the TFT manufacturing technology. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen while on battery power. Small bright dots may not be careful to remove any pens or other hand to slowly...
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... time you 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 ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. 50 Getting Started...
... time you 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 ensure that all drives and slots are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. 50 Getting Started...
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L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
L730 series Memory module slot cover Front of computer L740 series L750 series Memory module slot cover L770 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 130. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery.
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... installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to... (optional) Back of the computer. If only one memory module is in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is the top slot.
... installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the work surface before restarting the computer. Make sure to... (optional) Back of the computer. If only one memory module is in serious injury. 17 Reconnect the cables. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is the top slot.
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...carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 132... 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC...
...carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 132... 61 Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or AC...
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... computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. You only need to your work. Turning off your computer when you to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are not using the computer for the first time, leave...
... computer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. You only need to your work. Turning off your computer when you to fully charge the main battery. Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive in-use light are not using the computer for the first time, leave...
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...computer again, you will not be using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you left off your computer, save your work, system settings, and current state...Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely...
...computer again, you will not be using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than one option available for several days or if you left off your computer, save your work, system settings, and current state...Each option has its advantages. ❖ Use the Shut down option to the internal storage drive, no data is lost if the main battery discharges. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely...
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... the computer returns to the mode 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. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 97. ...all open programs and files you were using . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While 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 Sleep mode" on page 94. ...
... the computer returns to the mode 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. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 97. ...all open programs and files you were using . Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While 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 Sleep mode" on page 94. ...
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.... Restarting your computer To start it off by opening the display panel. If you 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...
.... Restarting your computer To start it off by opening the display panel. If you 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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Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to Hibernate if you ...
Once the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to Hibernate if you ...