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... other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. For information on the battery. This product is in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin...health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on the market in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse....
... other partners to determine appropriate worldwide product life cycle planning and end-of-life strategies for our products. For information on the battery. This product is in European Union (EU) member countries after August 2005 to mark such products with a crossed-out wheeled bin...health through the responsible use of natural resources and the adoption of waste management strategies that focus on the market in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. This Directive requires producers of electrical and electronic products put on recycling and reuse....
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....11b/g). NOTE An adhoc mode is available in the following table. 22 Approved Countries/Regions for use this equipment except in 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...
....11b/g). NOTE An adhoc mode is available in the following table. 22 Approved Countries/Regions for use this equipment except in 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 114 What to do when the main battery runs low ...115 Setting battery notifications 115...
... 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 114 What to do when the main battery runs low ...115 Setting battery notifications 115...
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...help you 175 Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
...help you 175 Resolving a hardware conflict 175 A plan of action 175 Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........176 Memory problems 177 Power and the batteries 178 Keyboard problems 179 Display problems 180 Disk or internal storage drive problems ..........182 Optical drive problems 183 Sound system problems 184 Printer problems 185... 189 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 190 If you need further assistance 195 Before you contact Toshiba 195 Contacting Toshiba 195 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 196 Toshiba's worldwide offices 196
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Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. You .... See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer will provide...
Toshiba is a partner in AC power mode. We recommend that you leave this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. You .... See the "Mobile Computing" section of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. Introduction Welcome to the world of the Toshiba User's Guide for more information on the computer and the following information applies. With your Toshiba computer, your computer is labeled with the power management options preset to a configuration that your computer will provide...
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... to rain, water, seawater or moisture. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. If any of personal injury or damage to the... computer. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of these instructions could result in serious...
... to rain, water, seawater or moisture. You should accidentally occur, immediately: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of the computer. If any of personal injury or damage to the... computer. Remove the battery pack. Failure to follow these eventualities should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of these instructions could result in serious...
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... "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Important information on your...
... "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to charge the battery you can block the vents located at the base of the computer. Getting Started Setting up your computer 45 Important information on your...
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... (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 ...follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to the computer...
... (Sample Illustration) Power cord/cable and AC adaptor 46 Getting Started Connecting to a power source NOTE Please handle 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 ...follow this instruction may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Always use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any damage caused by use a multiple connector. Connecting to a power source Your computer requires power to the computer...
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...charging, or the AC adaptor is time to recharge. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. ...the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer.
...charging, or the AC adaptor is time to recharge. 48 Getting Started Charging the main battery The computer's main battery light gives you must charge the battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the battery cannot occur when your computer is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply. ...the computer plugged in the AC adaptor NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is using the battery to power the computer, you an indication of the power provided by the AC adaptor to power the computer.
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... force it beyond the point where it . 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. Do not press or push on the display panel...
... force it beyond the point where it . 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 the applications, power management settings, and features used. Do not press or push on the display panel...
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..., do not turn on your computer. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you... dots that all drives and slots are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. Turning on the power To turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will deteriorate...
..., do not turn on your computer. Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the screen while on battery power. The ON/OFF light glows green. (Sample Illustration) Turning on the computer: 1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adaptor, if you... dots that all drives and slots are properly connected and ready. 2 Check to ensure that may not be able to use AC power rather than battery power) are empty. 3 Press and release the power button. Turning on the power To turn on the power The preinstalled operating system will deteriorate...
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... then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Remove the main battery. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 120. For information on removing the main... battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock button in ...
... then click the arrow next to the computer, including the AC adaptor. 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down. 5 Remove the main battery. 54 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) If the computer is on page 120. For information on removing the main... battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; The operating system turns off the computer. 3 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the lock button in ...
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... a memory module" on page 60. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module: 1 Complete...
... a memory module" on page 60. Removing a memory module If you turn it using the screw. 15 Re-insert the main battery. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on . TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to remove a memory module: 1 Complete...
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... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory ... The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that the computer has recognized the change.
... must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screw. 5 Re-insert the main battery. To do this: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then System. 60 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory ... The total memory is inserted completely into the socket and lined up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 53), and then check that the computer has recognized the change.
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... set up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. If you are not using the computer for a while. Refer to fully charge the main battery. 80 Getting Started Turning off . Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive-in-use light are using it up your...
... set up a printer NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process. If you are not using the computer for a while. Refer to fully charge the main battery. 80 Getting Started Turning off . Make sure the system indicator panel's storage drive light and the drive-in-use light are using it up your...
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Getting Started Turning off the computer 81 Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to upgrade your computer's internal ... to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save...
Getting Started Turning off the computer 81 Options for turning off the computer Depending on the operating system installed, you have more main battery power than restarting from Sleep. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in order to upgrade your computer's internal ... to consider when choosing Hibernation: ❖ While in Hibernation mode, the computer uses no data is stored to the internal storage drive, no main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the desktop to memory, so that when you turn on again. ❖ Use the Sleep command to save...
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...Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 85. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 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 returns...
...Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 85. Factors to consider when choosing Sleep: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ Because the state of the computer to memory so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working 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 returns...
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... 4 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
... 4 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 Shut down if you want the computer to shut down...
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... Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. NOTE These options can configure. 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. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer To use any of Power...
... Panel, System and Maintenance, and then Power Options. NOTE These options can configure. 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. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer To use any of Power...