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... be sent to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the...and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is intended to end users in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to protect the quality ...
... be sent to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the...and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive is intended to end users in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive applies to EU member countries only and does not apply to protect the quality ...
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Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications ....40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 29
Contents Introduction 36 This guide 38 Safety icons 39 Other icons used 39 Your computer's features and specifications ....40 Other documentation 40 Service options 40 Chapter 1: Getting Started 41 Selecting a place to work 41 Setting up a work environment 41 Keeping yourself comfortable 42 Precautions 42 Important information on your computer's cooling fan 44 Setting up your computer 44 Connecting to a power source 45 Charging the main battery 47 Using the computer for the first time 48 Opening the display panel 48 29
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... Caring for optical discs 111 Toshiba's online resources 111 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 112 Toshiba's energy-saver design 112 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 113 Power management 114 Using additional batteries 114 Charging batteries 114 Charging the main battery 115 Charging the RTC battery 115 Monitoring main battery power 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 111 Toshiba's online resources 111 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 112 Toshiba's energy-saver design 112 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice 113 Power management 114 Using additional batteries 114 Charging batteries 114 Charging the main battery 115 Charging the RTC battery 115 Monitoring main battery power 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to...
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34 Contents Power and the batteries 164 Keyboard problems 166 Display problems 166 Disk or storage drive problems 168 Error-checking 168 Optical disc drive problems 169 Sound system problems 170 ... configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 176 If you need further assistance 180 Before you contact Toshiba 180 Contacting Toshiba 180 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 181 Toshiba's worldwide offices 182 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 184 Hot Key Cards 184 Using the Hot Key Cards 185 Application Cards 186 Using the Application...
34 Contents Power and the batteries 164 Keyboard problems 166 Display problems 166 Disk or storage drive problems 168 Error-checking 168 Optical disc drive problems 169 Sound system problems 170 ... configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 176 If you need further assistance 180 Before you contact Toshiba 180 Contacting Toshiba 180 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 181 Toshiba's worldwide offices 182 Appendix A: Hot Keys/TOSHIBA Cards 184 Hot Key Cards 184 Using the Hot Key Cards 185 Application Cards 186 Using the Application...
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... qualified. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba 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 energy efficiency. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery...
... qualified. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. Toshiba 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 energy efficiency. Your computer ships with the ENERGY STAR® logo on using power management settings to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery...
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...or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Do ...protect your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to spill into...
...or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of the computer. Do ...protect your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for setting up your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. Never allow any liquids to spill into...
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... Sleep mode). Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. To use it. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer. Using your computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up ...to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 45. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer on a ...
... Sleep mode). Setting up your computer TECHNICAL NOTE: You must attach the AC adaptor. To use it. See "Connecting to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer. Using your computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up ...to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 45. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in serious injury. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer on a ...
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... computer to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to operate. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.... possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug...
... computer to a live electrical outlet, or to the computer. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to operate. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery Charger could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.... possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to charge the computer's battery. Always confirm that may have been provided with your computer and the TOSHIBA Battery Charger (that the power plug...
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...light on the side 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 ...plugged into the DC-IN on the indicator panel glows green. Failure 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 California to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly...
...light on the side 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 ...plugged into the DC-IN on the indicator panel glows green. Failure 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 California to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock, possibly...
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... select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. Getting Started Charging the main battery 47 ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. NOTE... Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC ...
... select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to power the computer. Getting Started Charging the main battery 47 ❖ Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. NOTE... Battery life and charge time may vary depending on replacing the main battery. Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC ...
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... of the screen will dim and you may not be careful to slowly open or close the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Small ... first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the ...
... of the screen will dim and you may not be careful to slowly open or close the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. Small ... first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for you to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the display panel. 2 Gently raise the panel. 3 Adjust the ...
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..., do not 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your software setup choices. Follow the on the power The preinstalled operating system will load...
..., do not 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 properly connected and ready. 2 Check to set up your software setup choices. Follow the on the power The preinstalled operating system will load...
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... remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; C640 series C650 series Memory module slot cover Front of the computer, and then...
... remove any cables connected to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Place a soft cloth on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; C640 series C650 series Memory module slot cover Front of the computer, and then...
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... edge of the module to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module should "snap" into position. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into place securely with the corresponding cutouts...
... edge of the module to be installed, it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. The memory module should "snap" into position. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on the memory module Do not force the memory module into place securely with the corresponding cutouts...
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Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. Overheating your computer ...) Removing 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 a hard flat surface. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never...
Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Using your computer on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in serious injury. Overheating your computer ...) Removing 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 a hard flat surface. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never...
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... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. You must turn off your computer. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off your computer when you...
... using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. You must turn off your computer. If you turn off the power while a disk/disc is a good idea to turn off your computer when you...
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...then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation... system settings are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you left it first...
...then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from Hibernation takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off . Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation... system settings are retained indefinitely. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive, no data is in which you left it first...
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...button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in which you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Getting Started Turning off the computer 85 ❖ Restarting 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 ...
...button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut down button in which you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Getting Started Turning off the computer 85 ❖ Restarting 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 ...
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Getting Started Turning 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 ...
Getting Started Turning 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 ...
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... in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...
... in Hibernation mode by closing the display panel, depending on the Hibernation options set separately for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close action Set this option to Hibernate if you want the computer to go into Hibernation...