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... and reuse. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for recovery and recycling. Voor registratie of this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities... is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in Europe, Toshiba is already working with IBPT/BIPT is required. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users...
... and reuse. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for recovery and recycling. Voor registratie of this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities... is intended to protect the quality of the environment and human health through the responsible use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in Europe, Toshiba is already working with IBPT/BIPT is required. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to end users...
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... 36 Setting up your computer 37 Connecting to a power source 37 Charging the main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place your...
... 36 Setting up your computer 37 Connecting to a power source 37 Charging the main battery 40 Using the computer for the first time 40 Initial setup 41 Setting up your software 41 Registering your computer with Toshiba 41 To Shut down your computer 42 To Restart your computer 42 To place your...
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... optical disc 80 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 81 Removing a disc with the computer on 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86
... optical disc 80 Playing optical media 81 Recording optical media 81 Removing a disc with the computer on 82 Removing a disc with the computer off 82 Toshiba's online resources 83 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 84 Toshiba's energy-saver design 84 Running the computer on battery power 84 Battery Notice 85 Power management 86
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... 91 Power Plans 92 Using the eco power plan 93 Changing the main battery 94 Removing the battery from the computer .........94 Inserting a charged battery 95 Taking care of your battery 97 Safety precautions 97 Maintaining your battery 97 Disposing of used batteries 98 Traveling tips 99 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 100 Exploring the Start...
... 91 Power Plans 92 Using the eco power plan 93 Changing the main battery 94 Removing the battery from the computer .........94 Inserting a charged battery 95 Taking care of your battery 97 Safety precautions 97 Maintaining your battery 97 Disposing of used batteries 98 Traveling tips 99 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 100 Exploring the Start...
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... 116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer... system can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical disc drive problems 139 Sound system...
... 116 Using a user password 118 Deleting a user password 119 System Settings 120 Function Key 122 Recovery Media Creator 123 Service Station 123 TOSHIBA Application Installer 124 Chapter 6: If Something Goes Wrong 125 Problems that are easy to fix 125 Problems when you turn on the computer... system can help you 131 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 132 Checking device properties 132 Memory problems 133 Power and the batteries 134 Keyboard problems 135 Display problems 135 Disk or storage drive problems 137 Error-checking 137 Optical disc drive problems 139 Sound system...
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...saving features active, so that your computer will turn off the display or enter low-power Sleep mode after a specific amount of inactivity. With your Toshiba computer, your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. To conserve energy, your ...will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 24 Toshiba is ENERGY STAR® qualified. Introduction Welcome to the world of the...
...saving features active, so that your computer will turn off the display or enter low-power Sleep mode after a specific amount of inactivity. With your Toshiba computer, your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. To conserve energy, your ...will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on using power management settings to conserve computer energy. 24 Toshiba is ENERGY STAR® qualified. Introduction Welcome to the world of the...
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..., immediately: 1. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to drop a heavy object onto the computer. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Avoid extended contact between the computer base or palm rest and your skin. Consider using a hard computer insulating pad or similarly suitable hard insulating...
..., immediately: 1. Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to drop a heavy object onto the computer. Exposure to liquid or moisture can become hot! Remove the battery pack. Avoid extended contact between the computer base or palm rest and your skin. Consider using a hard computer insulating pad or similarly suitable hard insulating...
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...to remove a plug from a socket. These components include, but are not limited to charge the computer's battery. See "Connecting to a power source" on a power cord/cable to charge the battery you can use it. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to your computer. Never pull... on page 37. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to avoid scratching or damaging the ...
...to remove a plug from a socket. These components include, but are not limited to charge the computer's battery. See "Connecting to a power source" on a power cord/cable to charge the battery you can use it. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to your computer. Never pull... on page 37. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that the power plug (and extension cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, to avoid scratching or damaging the ...
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...AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor...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 ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC ...
...AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. The computer's main battery light gives you an indication of the computer. (Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC adaptor...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 ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC ...
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... (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Using the computer for the first time The computer is operated on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Before using high-precision technology....NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power, the screen will be accessible by the display panel. When the computer is now ready for you turn it on and begin ...
... (TFT) and is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Using the computer for the first time The computer is operated on battery power. Over a period of time, and depending on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Before using high-precision technology....NOTE When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the palm rest to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power, the screen will be accessible by the display panel. When the computer is now ready for you turn it on and begin ...
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... information will be lost. The computer closes all open applications, and restarts the operating system. If you power down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your pointer to save your computer in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm...
... information will be lost. The computer closes all open applications, and restarts the operating system. If you power down using the Sleep command and the battery discharges fully, your pointer to save your computer in from the right edge. 2 When the Windows® charms appear, click or touch the Settings ( ) charm...
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The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on . If you turn it on and data in memory will not be lost. The computer could cause you to lose your ... saved. 6 Place a soft cloth on the work . In either of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could hang up the next time you...
The computer closes all open applications, shuts down option. For information on removing the battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on . If you turn it on and data in memory will not be lost. The computer could cause you to lose your ... saved. 6 Place a soft cloth on the work . In either of the computer, and then place the computer upside down on the cloth. 7 Remove the main battery. 46 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Pressing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could hang up the next time you...
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... only one memory module is the top slot. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 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. Slot B is to seat the... place securely with the corresponding cutouts in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery. The memory module should "snap" into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot.
... only one memory module is the top slot. latch latch (Sample Illustration) Pressing down on page 95. 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. Slot B is to seat the... place securely with the corresponding cutouts in Slot A. 16 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw(s). 17 Re-insert the battery. The memory module should "snap" into the slot NOTE For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot.
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... and secure it out of one another, you turn it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the... hang up slightly. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Do not try to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery.
... and secure it out of one another, you turn it on and data in Sleep or Hibernation mode. For more information on inserting the battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . You can damage the computer and the memory module. NOTE If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of the... hang up slightly. Getting Started 51 Adding memory (optional) Do not try to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw(s). 5 Re-insert the battery.
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...the right edge. Adjusting the quality of your television (or other video display device), you can choose. There are several ways in from your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 97. Then choose a category you can go into your computer settings to make adjustments to your computer to suit ...your computer This section gives tips on page 110. From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to suit your needs. Caring for your battery" on page 92. You may also use the F4 key, and then press ENTER to adjust the video settings. NOTE You may also wish ...
...the right edge. Adjusting the quality of your television (or other video display device), you can choose. There are several ways in from your computer's battery, see "Power Plans" on page 97. Then choose a category you can go into your computer settings to make adjustments to your computer to suit ...your computer This section gives tips on page 110. From the Start or Desktop screen, move your pointer to suit your needs. Caring for your battery" on page 92. You may also use the F4 key, and then press ENTER to adjust the video settings. NOTE You may also wish ...
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... to reconnect, or your work " on page 78 for details. 72 This feature saves your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. If the...
... to reconnect, or your work " on page 78 for details. 72 This feature saves your software documentation for further information. Computing tips ❖ Save your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will lose all work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you last saved. If the...
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... the process. We recommend you are away from an AC outlet. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 84 Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you leave these energy-saving features have been...
... the process. We recommend you are away from an AC outlet. Toshiba's energy-saver design Your computer enters a low-power suspension mode when it many times. 84 Running the computer on battery power The computer contains a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that provides power when you leave these energy-saving features have been...
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...85 Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life rating is for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that will need to be inaccurate. Recharge time varies depending on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under any individual user. ...This is not an estimate of individual components. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will be obtained...
...85 Running the computer on battery power Battery Notice Battery life rating is for comparison purposes only, and does not indicate the battery life that will need to be inaccurate. Recharge time varies depending on the select models and configurations tested by Toshiba under any individual user. ...This is not an estimate of individual components. After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will be obtained...
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...Users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. Always use the preset configuration. To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to ... You can use it to power the computer. Charging the main battery The battery needs to be charged before you can order a Toshiba AC adaptor from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. The battery charges whether the computer is turned on or off. 86 Mobile Computing...
...Users who are not completely familiar with setup changes, contact Toshiba's Customer Support Center. Always use the preset configuration. To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live electrical outlet. Charging batteries The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to ... You can use it to power the computer. Charging the main battery The battery needs to be charged before you can order a Toshiba AC adaptor from Toshiba's Web site at accessories.toshiba.com. The battery charges whether the computer is turned on or off. 86 Mobile Computing...
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... when the computer is powered off. Please make a complete back up to run applications, features, and devices. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. When fully charged, it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to store your computer ...is turned on page 78 Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery may only charge while the computer is using all of your computer was shipped, resulting in a CMOS ...
... when the computer is powered off. Please make a complete back up to run applications, features, and devices. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. When fully charged, it reaches room temperature (50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit, 10 to store your computer ...is turned on page 78 Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery may only charge while the computer is using all of your computer was shipped, resulting in a CMOS ...