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...crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the market in or recycle your local government for our products. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with a black bar symbol. Pb, Hg,... and Electronic Equipment) Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is in accordance with design engineers, suppliers,...
...crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the market in or recycle your local government for our products. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with a black bar symbol. Pb, Hg,... and Electronic Equipment) Directive is carrying the CE-Mark in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. Although the initial emphasis is in accordance with design engineers, suppliers,...
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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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...provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that you leave this computer to enter the ...can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR...
...provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that you leave this computer to enter the ...can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. You can accompany you wherever you purchased is qualified, it is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR...
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... and corrosive chemicals. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to liquid or ...contact with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to an authorized service...
... and corrosive chemicals. Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of your computer, and never expose the computer to liquid or ...contact with your computer, contains helpful information for setting up your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. Remove the battery pack. Never allow any liquids to spill into any of these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to an authorized service...
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...to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer 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. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on ...for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor ...
...to a power source" on the computer. Using your computer 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. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on ...for Safety and Comfort" that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. These components include, but are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor ...
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...a power cord/cable 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 ensure a secure electrical connection... in serious injury. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. ...
...a power cord/cable 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 ensure a secure electrical connection... in serious injury. 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. Failure to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. ...
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...outlet. Failure to follow this 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 Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC ...adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the side of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. The computer's main 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 3...
...outlet. Failure to follow this 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 Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC ...adaptor cord into the DC-IN on the side of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. The computer's main 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 3...
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... AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged...for system operation and will be used . After that, the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ...
... AC adaptor to power the computer, you must charge the battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor is not plugged...for system operation and will be used . After that, the battery will allow the battery to power the computer. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to recharge. To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged into the computer or AC outlet ...
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Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured ... display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. 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...
Your display contains an extremely large number of the screen while on battery power. Do not press or push on the display panel and be able to increase the brightness of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured ... display to a comfortable viewing angle. (Sample Illustration) Opening the display panel NOTE When opening or closing the display panel. 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...
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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 empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power...
... 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 empty. 3 Press and release the power button. When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power...
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...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. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one or two memory modules. You can install one memory module is to step... be installed, it must be lost. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in Slot A. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on page 129. Slot...
...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. NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot. If only one or two memory modules. You can install one memory module is to step... be installed, it must be lost. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down button in Slot A. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Before you install or remove a memory module while the computer is on page 129. Slot...
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... damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to be installed... outlet (even if your computer is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface.
... damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Make sure to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to be installed... outlet (even if your computer is the bottom slot. If only one memory module is the top slot. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface.
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... 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. Using your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the slot. For more information... on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected ...
... 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. Using your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the slot. For more information... on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Make sure to a power outlet (even if your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected ...
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... though the computer is being accessed, you to lose your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to fully charge the main battery. You only need to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off . If your work. If you are off ) to set up a printer NOTE...
... though the computer is being accessed, you to lose your printer does not support Plug and Play, follow these steps to fully charge the main battery. You only need to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off . If your work. If you are off ) to set up a printer NOTE...
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...down 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...and files you were using the computer for several days or if you must turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using . Getting Started ...
...down 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...and files you were using the computer for several days or if you must turn on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than one option available for turning off the computer Depending on the computer again, you will not be using . Getting Started ...
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... left it, including all open documents and programs to your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 91. Sleep saves the ... system may save your unsaved information will be lost. If you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer For information on page 94. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the...
... left it, including all open documents and programs to your internal storage drive, and then shuts down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your work first. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 91. Sleep saves the ... system may save your unsaved information will be lost. If you can continue working from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer For information on page 94. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of the...
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... it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can turn it again 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...
... it off by either pressing the power button or closing the display panel, you can turn it again 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...