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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 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 30
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... 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 123 What to do when the main battery runs low 124 Setting battery notifications 124 Conserving battery power 125...
... 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 123 What to do when the main battery runs low 124 Setting battery notifications 124 Conserving battery power 125...
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... Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode). Read the "Provide adequate ventilation"... underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate 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 underside of the computer. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer...
... Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer's cooling fan Your computer may have adequate ventilation and are not limited to be charged before adding external or internal components to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep mode). Read the "Provide adequate ventilation"... underside of the computer. ❖ Always operate 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 underside of the computer. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer...
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... multiple connector. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord...or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Failure to ...
... multiple connector. Never pull on one socket could cause fire or damage to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. An overload on a power cord...or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to charge the computer's battery. Use the power cord/cable and AC adaptor to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to operate. Failure to ...
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... you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green 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...in serious injury. Failure to a live electrical outlet. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the indicator panel glows green. 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...
... you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows green 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...in serious injury. Failure to a live electrical outlet. NOTE Locate the DC-IN port on the indicator panel glows green. 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...
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... glows green. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. See "Changing the main...
... glows green. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. See "Changing the main...
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... module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is turned on page 130. 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 the bottom slot. Make sure to remove...
... module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is turned on page 130. 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 the bottom slot. Make sure to remove...
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...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. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside... Never place your computer is turned on page 130. 6 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 connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. 7 ...
...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. Overheating your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside... Never place your computer is turned on page 130. 6 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 connected to remove the soft cloth from overheating when the power is in serious injury. 7 ...
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... drive. Options for turning off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts...
... drive. Options for turning off . TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using the Shut down or Hibernate command if you will quickly and automatically return to fully charge the main battery. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all disk/disc activity lights are retained indefinitely. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts...
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.... The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer. To turn off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Getting Started 91 Turning off your computer using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. This command closes...
.... The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off your computer. To turn off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Getting Started 91 Turning off your computer using the Shut down command: 1 Click Start. This command closes...
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... are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the internal storage drive. HINT: Some programs have a separate backup copy. However, if your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you have an automatic save it unless you will lose all work frequently.
... are using goes down and you must restart your computer to the internal storage drive. HINT: Some programs have a separate backup copy. However, if your battery runs out of charge while you are working, you have an automatic save it unless you will lose all work frequently.
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... by the design of individual components. Use only batteries designed to work with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. This may shorten the life of the battery, and may not charge while the computer is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. NOTE For optimum optical media performance, it...
... by the design of individual components. Use only batteries designed to work with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at least once a month. This may shorten the life of the battery, and may not charge while the computer is helpful to fully discharge the battery periodically. NOTE For optimum optical media performance, it...
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... charged battery packs with the power management component of the battery. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Users who are not completely familiar with you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. Always use the preset configuration. For assistance with the power management options preset to power the computer. NOTE Battery charge...
... charged battery packs with the power management component of the battery. You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshiba's Web site at a time. Users who are not completely familiar with you can then replace a discharged battery and continue working. Always use the preset configuration. For assistance with the power management options preset to power the computer. NOTE Battery charge...
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...the power provided by computer model. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. HINT: Once the battery is almost completely discharged. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to...electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer is powered off . Mobile Computing Charging batteries 121 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is extremely hot or cold. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. The battery may vary by ...
...the power provided by computer model. To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity, wait until the battery discharges completely. HINT: Once the battery is almost completely discharged. The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS memory used to...electrical outlet. The battery charges whether the computer is powered off . Mobile Computing Charging batteries 121 Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is extremely hot or cold. Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes. The battery may vary by ...
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... an indication of the main battery's current charge. ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to charge the RTC battery because it is not receiving correct... input from the AC power supply. The computer can be monitored. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. NOTE It is ...
... an indication of the main battery's current charge. ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged, although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be used . ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to charge the RTC battery because it is not receiving correct... input from the AC power supply. The computer can be monitored. Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the battery pack. NOTE It is ...
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C600/C640 series C650/C670 series System indicator lights AC power light/Battery light ON/OFF light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait a few moments after turning on the notification area. When the ON/OFF... to confuse the battery light ( ) with the ON/OFF light ( ). A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 123 HINT:...
C600/C640 series C650/C670 series System indicator lights AC power light/Battery light ON/OFF light (Sample Illustration) Power and battery light locations Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait a few moments after turning on the notification area. When the ON/OFF... to confuse the battery light ( ) with the ON/OFF light ( ). A pop-up message displays the remaining battery power as a new battery, even when both are fully charged. With repeated discharges and recharges, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power 123 HINT:...
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124 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your open programs and files to the internal storage drive before the main battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off...
124 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your open programs and files to the internal storage drive before the main battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off...
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...settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 4 Double-click Battery to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are various ways in which you turn off the computer ... options control the way in which the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the computer before you need to suit your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which saves power when you can conserve power and extend the operating time of Power Options screen...
...settings. The Advanced settings tab of the Power Options window appears. 4 Double-click Battery to display the battery options. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of your needs. Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are various ways in which you turn off the computer ... options control the way in which the computer is configured ❖ How much you use the computer before you need to suit your battery: ❖ Enable Sleep or Hibernation, which saves power when you can conserve power and extend the operating time of Power Options screen...
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... to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could also damage the battery pack and computer. ❖ Never expose a battery pack to the instructions in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your main battery has run out of power, you have...
... to abnormal shock, vibration or pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could also damage the battery pack and computer. ❖ Never expose a battery pack to the instructions in the AC adaptor or install a charged main battery. Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery: 1 Save your main battery has run out of power, you have...
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... serious injury. Always dispose of the charged battery with all applicable laws and regulations. 130 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. C600/C640 series C650 series C670 series (Sample Illustration...
... serious injury. Always dispose of the charged battery with all applicable laws and regulations. 130 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on the electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. C600/C640 series C650 series C670 series (Sample Illustration...
