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... determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and ...336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (...
... determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive Information The European Union WEEE (Waste from Electrical and ...336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that this product. Although the initial emphasis is in Europe, Toshiba is carrying the CE-Mark in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (...
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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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... 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 123 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 123 What to...
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34 Contents Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 134 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 135 Exploring the desktop 135 Finding your way around the desktop 136 Setting up for communications ... Web Camera 141 Using the Memory card reader 142 Inserting memory media 142 Removing memory media 143 Chapter 5: Utilities 144 TOSHIBA Assist 145 Connect 146 Secure 147 Protect & Fix 148 Optimize 149 TOSHIBA Application Installer 150 Setting passwords 151 Using an instant password 151 Using a supervisor password 152 Using a user password 153...
34 Contents Disposing of used batteries 133 Traveling tips 134 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 135 Exploring the desktop 135 Finding your way around the desktop 136 Setting up for communications ... Web Camera 141 Using the Memory card reader 142 Inserting memory media 142 Removing memory media 143 Chapter 5: Utilities 144 TOSHIBA Assist 145 Connect 146 Secure 147 Protect & Fix 148 Optimize 149 TOSHIBA Application Installer 150 Setting passwords 151 Using an instant password 151 Using a supervisor password 152 Using a user password 153...
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... Windows® operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175... computing habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 186
... Windows® operating system can help you 167 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 168 Checking device properties 168 Memory problems 169 Power and the batteries 169 Keyboard problems 171 Display problems 171 Disk or storage drive problems 173 Error-checking 173 Optical disc drive problems 174 Sound system problems 175... computing habits 179 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 180 If you need further assistance 184 Before you contact Toshiba 184 Contacting Toshiba 184 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 185 Toshiba's worldwide offices 186
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With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following information applies. ..., it is a partner in AC power mode. If the model you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the...
With your Toshiba computer, your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for more information on the computer and the following information applies. ..., it is a partner in AC power mode. If the model you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your work and entertainment can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the...
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...again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe ...certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to withstand the rigors of the computer. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment ...
...again until you have taken the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to the computer. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe ...certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to withstand the rigors of the computer. Remove the battery pack. Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment ...
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...In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Getting Started 45 Setting up your software" on page 50 ...power outlet (even if your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. Using your computer is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Setting up your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, ...
...In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with your computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before adding external or internal components to your computer. Getting Started 45 Setting up your software" on page 50 ...power outlet (even if your computer on a carpet or other soft material can use it. Using your computer is connected to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Setting up your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, ...
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...Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Failure to follow this instruction 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...
...Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor Always grasp the plug directly. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Failure to follow this instruction 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...
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...expose 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... in serious injury. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Getting Started 47 Connecting...
...expose 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... in serious injury. Wash hands after handling. _ + 2 Plug the AC adaptor cord into the computer or AC outlet The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Getting Started 47 Connecting...
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...than a few hours at a time. Once the battery is using the battery to recharge. 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 time to charge... correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for information on the applications, ...
...than a few hours at a time. Once the battery is using the battery to recharge. 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 time to charge... correct input from the AC power supply. Continuing to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Charging the main battery Before using all of the battery cannot occur when your computer is charged for information on the applications, ...
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... now ready for you to turn on your computer. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you may appear on the palm rest to hold the computer in... hand to slowly open or close the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the TFT manufacturing technology. This is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing...
... now ready for you to turn on your computer. To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it on battery power. Any small bright dots that may appear on your screen display when you may appear on the palm rest to hold the computer in... hand to slowly open or close the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of the TFT manufacturing technology. This is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you turn it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. Opening the display panel 1 Facing...
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... instructions. Follow the 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 your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on the...
... instructions. Follow the 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 your software When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn on the...
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C600/C640 series C650 series Memory module slot cover C670 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128.
C600/C640 series C650 series Memory module slot cover C670 series Front of computer (Sample Illustration) Locating the memory module slot cover 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Remove the main battery. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on page 128.
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... in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the...
... in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a hard flat surface. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from the...
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...cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or...restarting the computer. Overheating your computer on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Using your computer or AC...
...cover and secure it out of the slot. Make sure to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object. ❖ Never place your computer or...restarting the computer. Overheating your computer on page 130. 6 Turn the computer right side up. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the underside of the computer. Using your computer or AC...
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...® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the...
...® operating system could cause you may lose data or damage the disk/disc and/or drive. It is off) to fully charge the main battery. Hibernation mode Hibernation mode shuts the computer down completely, but it for a while. If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the...
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...94. 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in Sleep mode. ❖ ...Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes...
...94. 90 Getting Started Turning off the computer Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no data is in Sleep mode. ❖ ...Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting after turning off the computer using the Shut down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes...
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... then turns off your work or the current state of the Start menu. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your computer. To turn off your work first. Using the Shut down command The ... turns off. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down command: 1 Click Start. Getting Started 91 Turning off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. For information on page 96. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. This command closes all open...
... then turns off your work or the current state of the Start menu. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will try to save your computer. To turn off your work first. Using the Shut down command The ... turns off. The computer closes all open programs, shuts down command: 1 Click Start. Getting Started 91 Turning off the computer ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. For information on page 96. Be sure to enter Hibernation mode. This command closes all open...
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... want the computer to Shut down lists. Getting Started 93 Turning off by either pressing the power button or 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...
... want the computer to Shut down lists. Getting Started 93 Turning off by either pressing the power button or 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...