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...countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. For information on the battery. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic... electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of this product. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product ...
...countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin with a black bar symbol. For information on the battery. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic... electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of this product. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product ...
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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 29
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 29
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... Caring for optical discs 117 Toshiba's online resources 117 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 118 Toshiba's energy-saver design 118 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 119 Power management 120 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining remaining battery power 124 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 117 Toshiba's online resources 117 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 118 Toshiba's energy-saver design 118 Running the computer on battery power 118 Battery Notice 119 Power management 120 Using additional batteries 120 Charging batteries 120 Charging the main battery 121 Charging the RTC battery 121 Monitoring main battery power 122 Determining remaining battery power 124 What to...
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Contents 33 Inserting a charged battery 131 Taking care of your battery 132 Safety precautions 132 Maintaining your battery 133 Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 135 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 136 Exploring the desktop 136 Finding your way around the... 146 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 147 Using the Ambient Light Sensor (ALS 148 Chapter 5: Utilities 149 TOSHIBA Assist 150 Connect 151 Secure 152 Protect & Fix 153 Optimize 154 TOSHIBA Application Installer 155 Setting passwords 156 Using an instant password 156 Using a supervisor password 157
Contents 33 Inserting a charged battery 131 Taking care of your battery 132 Safety precautions 132 Maintaining your battery 133 Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 135 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 136 Exploring the desktop 136 Finding your way around the... 146 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 147 Using the Ambient Light Sensor (ALS 148 Chapter 5: Utilities 149 TOSHIBA Assist 150 Connect 151 Secure 152 Protect & Fix 153 Optimize 154 TOSHIBA Application Installer 155 Setting passwords 156 Using an instant password 156 Using a supervisor password 157
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Contents 35 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 185 Checking device properties 185 Memory problems 186 Power and the batteries 186 Keyboard problems 188 Display problems 188 Disk or storage drive problems 190 Error-checking 190 Optical disc drive problems 191 ...in the Windows® operating system 201 If you need further assistance 206 Before you contact Toshiba 206 Contacting Toshiba 206 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 207 Toshiba's worldwide offices 208 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 210 Hot Key Cards 210 Using the Hot Key Cards 211 Application Cards 212 Using the...
Contents 35 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 185 Checking device properties 185 Memory problems 186 Power and the batteries 186 Keyboard problems 188 Display problems 188 Disk or storage drive problems 190 Error-checking 190 Optical disc drive problems 191 ...in the Windows® operating system 201 If you need further assistance 206 Before you contact Toshiba 206 Contacting Toshiba 206 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 207 Toshiba's worldwide offices 208 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 210 Hot Key Cards 210 Using the Hot Key Cards 211 Application Cards 212 Using the...
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... will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the ...labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that you leave this computer to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing...
... will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. To conserve energy, your computer is a partner in AC power mode. With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the ...labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that you leave this computer to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing...
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Remove the battery pack. If any part of travel. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage ... accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat...
Remove the battery pack. If any part of travel. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage ... accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in damage or serious injury. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat...
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...power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are... computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power source" on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air...
...power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are... computer on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to a power source" on the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in Sleep mode). Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air...
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...provided with your computer), or use of fire or other damage to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always confirm that may damage...damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 electrical...
...provided with your computer), or use of fire or other damage to the computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Always confirm that may damage...damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 electrical...
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Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Getting Started 47 Connecting to a .../cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the side 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 Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC...
Failure to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Getting Started 47 Connecting to a .../cable to a live electrical outlet. The AC power light on the side 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 Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the DC...
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...off for more than a few hours at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the... used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply....
...off for more than a few hours at a time. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the... used to select a power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply....
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...use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is...for you to slowly open or close the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on your screen display when you turn it on battery power. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front ...
...use the other objects from the keyboard area before closing the display panel, place one hand on your computer. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Getting Started 49 Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is...for you to slowly open or close the display panel. Over a period of time, and depending on your screen display when you turn it on battery power. This is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front ...
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When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. Setting up your software setup choices. The ON/OFF light glows white. (Sample Illustration) Turning on ...
When you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. Setting up your software setup choices. The ON/OFF light glows white. (Sample Illustration) Turning on ...
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... button 2 Click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If... module, turn 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 main battery. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on page 129.
... button 2 Click the Shut down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using the Start menu. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Getting Started 53 Adding memory (optional) The computer has two memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. If... module, turn 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 main battery. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on page 129.
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... cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer...it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your computer is the top slot. Getting Started 57 ...
... cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer...it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your computer is the top slot. Getting Started 57 ...
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... surface before restarting the computer. Overheating your computer on page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the.... 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
... surface before restarting the computer. Overheating your computer on page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the.... 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery.
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... it for a while. Turning off the computer Setting up your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to fully charge the main battery.
... it for a while. Turning off the computer Setting up your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to fully charge the main battery.
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... ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information... settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , ...
... ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Since Hibernation mode does not require power to maintain the saved information... settings, and current state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for several days or if you must turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , ...
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.... ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in which you left off the computer For information on how to memory so that, when you restart the ... computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Sleep command and the main...
.... ❖ Because the state of the system is stored in memory, you will lose data if the main battery discharges completely while the computer is in which you left off the computer For information on how to memory so that, when you restart the ... computer returns to the mode in Sleep mode. ❖ Restarting from where you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Sleep command and the main...
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... light glows white. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn it again 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...
... light glows white. Using and configuring Hibernation mode To turn it again 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...