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... 41460 Neuss, Germany. For information on recycling and reuse. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in other...EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This product is already working with the Information: requirements of this...
... 41460 Neuss, Germany. For information on recycling and reuse. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on the battery. If the product's battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in other...EU member countries only and does not apply to end users in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for recovery and recycling. Please contact your product, visit www.reuse.toshiba.com. This product is already working with the Information: requirements of this...
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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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...it is a partner in AC power mode. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity ...wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the ...
...it is a partner in AC power mode. Toshiba is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer will provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes. Introduction Welcome to the world of inactivity ...wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for energy efficiency. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is set to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for more information on the ...
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... of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of use, and to an authorized service center. Precautions Your computer is designed... your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. If any part of travel. Remove the battery pack.
... of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters. ❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of use, and to an authorized service center. Precautions Your computer is designed... your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work environment and tips for working comfortably throughout the day. If any part of travel. Remove the battery pack.
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Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section .... Overheating your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC...
Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. See "Connecting to , a mouse, keyboard, printer, and memory. Read the "Provide adequate ventilation" section .... Overheating your computer. NOTE The cooling fan location will vary depending 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. In this condition, observe the following: ❖ Never cover your computer or AC...
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... been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. 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... the plug directly. Failure to charge the computer's battery. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor An overload on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or ...
... been provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. 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... the plug directly. Failure to charge the computer's battery. AC adaptor Power cord/cable AC adaptor cord (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor An overload on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any risk of fire or ...
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...used to select a 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 power... Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖...
...used to select a 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 power... Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. See "Changing the main battery" on replacing the main battery. Your computer's Power Options utility can damage the battery. Charging the main battery Before using all of the main battery's current charge: ❖...
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... applications, power management settings, and features used. 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.
... applications, power management settings, and features used. 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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... first time, do not turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn off the power again until the operating system has... technology. Any small bright dots that all drives and slots are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. When you turn on the computer for the first time...
... first time, do not turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will load automatically. Over a period of time, and depending on battery power. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of the screen will dim and you turn off the power again until the operating system has... technology. Any small bright dots that all drives and slots are an intrinsic characteristic of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. When the computer is manufactured using highprecision technology. When you turn on the computer for the first time...
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... of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in Slot A. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. Slot...
... of the computer, and then place the computer upside down button in Slot A. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on the cloth. 5 Remove the main battery. otherwise, skip to be installed, it must be installed in the lower-right corner of the Start menu. Slot...
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... it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is in serious injury. If only one memory module is the bottom slot. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system ...failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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 base of computer Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57...
... it must be installed in Slot A. 14 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Slot B is in serious injury. If only one memory module is the bottom slot. Using your computer or AC adaptor could cause system ...failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). 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 base of computer Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 57...
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...appears. Installed memory (RAM) is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 ...
...appears. Installed memory (RAM) is connected to work surface before restarting the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 52), Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have at the base of the computer. Overheating your computer... Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 4 Replace the memory module slot cover and secure it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer and remove the memory module slot cover (complete steps 1-8 ...
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... computer again, you will not be using it first saves the current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning... 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. If you are using the Shut down option to turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before turning...
... computer again, you will not be using it first saves the current state of the system is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to the internal storage drive. If you change your mind and decide to continue working after turning... 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. If you are using the Shut down option to turn off your computer, save your files and make sure all , wait a few seconds before turning...
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...10070; When starting up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands...on page 88. Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Factors to the state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you left...
...10070; When starting up again, the computer returns to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of time, the Windows® operating system may save your internal storage drive, and then shuts down commands...on page 88. Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting after turning off . Factors to the state in which you left it , including all open programs and files you left...
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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 Sleep if you...
...-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 Sleep if you...
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... of these methods, you want . The Advanced settings tab 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. NOTE These options can configure. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of the...
... of these methods, you want . The Advanced settings tab 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. NOTE These options can configure. (Sample Image) Advanced settings tab of the...
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Getting Started Turning off the computer 89 Configuring Sleep mode options You can also specify an amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit ...
Getting Started Turning off the computer 89 Configuring Sleep mode options You can also specify an amount of time in both the On battery and Plugged in categories. ❖ To disable the computer from automatically entering Sleep mode, select Never. The Edit Plan Settings window appears. (Sample Image) Edit ...