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...or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on recycling and reuse. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This product is intended to protect... European Directives. The party responsible for our products. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and...
...or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. For information on recycling and reuse. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This product is intended to protect... European Directives. The party responsible for our products. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and...
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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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...that you go. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in the Environmental...energy saving features active, so that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "...
...that you go. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is set to enter the low-power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in the Environmental...energy saving features active, so that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "...
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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 generates a strong ... again until you have taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of your computer, and never expose...
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 generates a strong ... again until you have taken the computer to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of your computer, and never expose...
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... in Sleep mode). NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main... battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is in serious ...
... in Sleep mode). NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on a carpet or other soft material can use external power or to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. To use it. Your computer contains a rechargeable main... battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer and AC adaptor have a CPU cooling fan that is in serious ...
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.... An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer.... 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...
.... An overload on a power cord/cable to charge the computer's battery. Use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer.... 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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...cable 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 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 The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white....
...cable 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 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 The AC power light on the indicator panel glows white....
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... malfunctioning, or it is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the ...AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to run applications, features, and devices. After that reduces the power required for information ...
... malfunctioning, or it is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off until the battery light glows white. Once the battery is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the ...AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is using the battery to run applications, features, and devices. After that reduces the power required for information ...
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...and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on and begin using high-precision technology. 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 ..., locate the center of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you turn it on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Small bright dots may appear on the palm rest to a comfortable ...
...and be able to increase the brightness of the screen while on and begin using high-precision technology. 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 ..., locate the center of the TFT manufacturing technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you turn it on battery power. Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen technology. Small bright dots may appear on the palm rest to a comfortable ...
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... of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software When 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. The ON/OFF...
... of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software When 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. The ON/OFF...
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... (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on , begin at step 1; NOTE For this model, Slot A is on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. If the computer is the bottom slot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using... memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the top slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start.
... (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down on , begin at step 1; NOTE For this model, Slot A is on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. If the computer is the bottom slot. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off the computer using... memory slots-Slot A and Slot B. Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is the top slot. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the work surface to step 3. 1 Click Start.
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... computer on a hard flat surface. Slot B is turned on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is to be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main... battery. In this model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer is the bottom slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ...
... computer on a hard flat surface. Slot B is turned on page 131. 16 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on or when an AC adaptor is to be installed, it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main... battery. In this model, Slot A is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer is the bottom slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ...
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... the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out 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 a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer... 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. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up.
... the memory module 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it out 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 a power outlet (even if your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer... 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. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on page 131. 6 Turn the computer right side up.
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... Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Devices and Printers, click Add a printer. 86 Getting Started Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery.
... Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then under Devices and Printers, click Add a printer. 86 Getting Started Turning off ) to fully charge the main battery.
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... command. ❖ 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, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to memory, so ...that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut down completely, but it , including all disk/disc activity lights are retained...
... command. ❖ 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, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to memory, so ...that when you turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer: Shut down completely, but it , including all disk/disc activity lights are retained...
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... Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on how to save any open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. 88 Getting ...the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns...
... Hibernation mode see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on how to save any open programs and files you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. 88 Getting ...the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Hibernation or Shut down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns...
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... the display panel, you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. 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...
... the display panel, you press the power button. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK. 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...