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... responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that this product. For information on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive ...this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the related European Directives. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on the market in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to determine appropriate worldwide product life ...
... responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that this product. For information on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive ...this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary *The product complies with the related European Directives. 10 EU Declaration of Conformity TOSHIBA declares that focus on the market in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to determine appropriate worldwide product life ...
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...,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
...,64,149,153,157,161,165 (802.11a) Wake-up on wireless lan function is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in battery mode. 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand USA Brunei Hong Kong Malaysia Saudi Arabia Venezuela 802.11a (5 GHz) Australia Chile Indonesia New Zealand...
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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 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 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 Using the computer for the first time 49 Opening the display panel 49 30
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... Computing 109 Toshiba's energy-saver design 109 Running the computer on battery power 110 Battery Notice 110 Power management 111 Using additional batteries 111 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 112 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 115 What to do when the main battery runs low 115 Setting battery notifications 116...
... Computing 109 Toshiba's energy-saver design 109 Running the computer on battery power 110 Battery Notice 110 Power management 111 Using additional batteries 111 Charging batteries 111 Charging the main battery 112 Charging the RTC battery 112 Monitoring main battery power 113 Determining remaining battery power 115 What to do when the main battery runs low 115 Setting battery notifications 116...
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...Windows® operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 Printer problems 181 Modem...computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
...Windows® operating system can help you 172 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 172 Checking device properties 173 Memory problems 173 Power and the batteries 174 Keyboard problems 175 Display problems 176 Disk or storage drive problems 177 Optical drive problems 179 Sound system problems 180 Printer problems 181 Modem...computing habits 185 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 186 If you need further assistance 190 Before you contact Toshiba 190 Contacting Toshiba 190 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 191 Toshiba's worldwide offices 191
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... options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you go. 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 the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer ...
... options preset to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for both AC power and battery modes. Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you go. 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 the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. You can accompany you wherever you leave this computer ...
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...computer, contains helpful information for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Keeping... yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Do not turn on the power again until ...
...computer, contains helpful information for setting up your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Remove the battery pack. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer. Keeping... yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Do not turn on the power again until ...
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... drawing outside air into 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. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. Your... computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly ...
... drawing outside air into 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. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending on page 46. Your... computer contains a rechargeable main battery that is in Sleep mode). Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly ...
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... may have been provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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 the computer. 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. Be careful if you use a multiple connector.
... may have been provided with your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was 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 the computer. 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. Be careful if you use a multiple connector.
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... power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber...AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE:...
... power level setting that , the battery will allow the battery to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows green. Once the battery is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber...AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is time to recharge. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can be completely charged and ready to run applications, features, and devices. TECHNICAL NOTE:...
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... When opening or closing the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 49 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
... When opening or closing the display panel. Using the computer for the first time The computer is now ready for the first time 49 NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on and begin using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel.
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...When you turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. This is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may appear on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather ...than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning ... is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power.
...When you turn on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. This is operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may appear on your screen display when you plan to use AC power rather ...than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning ... is also an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power.
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... all open programs, shuts down on the work surface to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start. If the computer is to prevent scratching the top ...then turns 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. Slot B is the bottom slot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot.
... all open programs, shuts down on the work surface to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step 3. 1 Click Start. If the computer is to prevent scratching the top ...then turns 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. Slot B is the bottom slot. Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 53 NOTE For this model, Slot A is the top slot.
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For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor 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. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when...
For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 121. 16 Turn the computer right side up. Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor 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. In this model, Slot A is the top slot. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when...
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... one memory module installed for the computer to work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory ...). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or ...
... one memory module installed for the computer to work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory ...). 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. ❖ Always operate your computer on a carpet or ...
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... will not be using the computer for several days or if you must turn off your computer 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 lost if the main... completely, but it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you are retained indefinitely. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off the computer using the Shut down , Hibernate...
... will not be using the computer for several days or if you must turn off your computer 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 lost if the main... completely, but it for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. If you are retained indefinitely. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning off the computer using the Shut down , Hibernate...
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... left it , including all open documents and programs to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is in memory, you power down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on... using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode ...
... left it , including all open documents and programs to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the system is in memory, you power down using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Hibernation mode" on... using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode ...
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...-click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...
...-click Power buttons and lid to display the actions that you can be 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 Sleep if you want the computer to go into Sleep...
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... Started Turning off the computer 87 To use any of Power Options screen 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel.
... Started Turning off the computer 87 To use any of Power Options screen 5 Select Hibernate for how they operate while the computer is running on battery power or while connected to AC power. ❖ Lid close the display panel.
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... these methods, you first need to be customized. You can place the computer into Sleep mode. To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings...
... these methods, you first need to be customized. You can place the computer into Sleep mode. To use any of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Power Options window appears. 2 Click Change plan settings...