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... lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for CE-Marking is already working with the related European Directives. Although the initial emphasis is in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products...
... lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in Europe, Toshiba is TOSHIBA Europe GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany. The party responsible for CE-Marking is already working with the related European Directives. Although the initial emphasis is in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for our products...
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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 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 29
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... Caring for optical discs 113 Toshiba's online resources 113 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 117 Monitoring main battery power 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to...
... Caring for optical discs 113 Toshiba's online resources 113 Chapter 3: Mobile Computing 114 Toshiba's energy-saver design 114 Running the computer on battery power 114 Battery Notice 115 Power management 116 Using additional batteries 116 Charging batteries 116 Charging the main battery 117 Charging the RTC battery 117 Monitoring main battery power 118 Determining remaining battery power 119 What to...
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Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 131 Exploring the desktop 131 Finding your way around the desktop 132 Setting up for communications ... reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 141 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 Using a user password 151...
Contents 33 Disposing of used batteries 129 Traveling tips 130 Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer's Features 131 Exploring the desktop 131 Finding your way around the desktop 132 Setting up for communications ... reader 139 Inserting memory media 140 Removing memory media 140 Using the eSATA/USB combo port 141 Chapter 5: Utilities 142 TOSHIBA Assist 143 Connect 144 Secure 145 Protect & Fix 146 Optimize 147 TOSHIBA Application Installer 148 Setting passwords 149 Using an instant password 149 Using a supervisor password 150 Using a user password 151...
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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 177... computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
... 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 177... computing habits 181 Data and system configuration backup in the Windows® operating system 182 If you need further assistance 186 Before you contact Toshiba 186 Contacting Toshiba 186 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 187 Toshiba's worldwide offices 188
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... to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. You can...Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. 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 ...
... to meet the latest ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. See the "Mobile Computing" section of the Toshiba User's Guide for both AC power and battery modes. To conserve energy, your computer is set to the world of powerful, portable, multimedia computing. You can...Program and has designed this and other energy saving features active, so that will operate at its maximum energy efficiency. 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 ...
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... Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. 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... never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide ...
... Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of your work area from the power plug socket and computer. 3. 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... never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to an authorized service center. Keeping yourself comfortable The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, included with the underside or surface of travel. Precautions Your computer is designed to provide ...
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... The cooling fan location will vary depending on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 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. Using your computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important...
... The cooling fan location will vary depending on or when an AC adaptor is in serious injury. 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. Using your computer. 44 Getting Started Setting up your computer Important...
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...in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. An overload on a power cord/cable ... resulting in serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. Getting Started 45 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 electrical...
...in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury. Be careful if you use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was provided with your computer), or use AC adaptors and battery chargers specified by use of an incompatible adaptor or charger. An overload on a power cord/cable ... resulting in serious injury. Always grasp the plug directly. Getting Started 45 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 electrical...
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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 white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor... is not plugged into the DC-IN on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a ...
... expose you an indication of the main battery's current charge: ❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged (AC adaptor connected) ❖ Glows white when the main battery is fully charged ❖ Is unlit when the main battery has discharged, the battery is not charging, or the AC adaptor... is not plugged into the DC-IN on the indicator panel glows white. The computer's main battery light gives you to lead, a ...
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... operation and will be used . TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. After that reduces the power required for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC...
... operation and will be used . TECHNICAL NOTE: The recharging of the power provided by the AC adaptor to recharge the main battery or plug in and turned off until the battery light glows white. After that reduces the power required for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in the AC...
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...-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is... hand on the palm rest to slowly open or close the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of time, and depending on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology.
...-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using it moves easily and never lift the computer by the display panel. When the computer is operated on battery power, the screen will deteriorate. 48 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time Using the computer for the first time The computer is... hand on the palm rest to slowly open or close the display panel. Your display contains an extremely large number of time, and depending on battery power. Opening the display panel 1 Facing the front of the computer, locate the center of the screen technology.
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... power To 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 empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may vary according to ensure that all drives and slots are properly connected and...
... power To 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 empty. 3 Press the power button in which windows appear, may vary according to ensure that all drives and slots are properly connected and...
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... 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. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut...
... 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. For information on removing the main battery, see "Removing the battery from the computer" on , begin at step 1; Start button Shut down button (Sample Image) Shut down button 2 Click the Shut...
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... has recognized the additional memory module. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the... heat source, such as described in Sleep mode). If you can now continue setting up . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory...
... has recognized the additional memory module. You can verify that the computer has recognized it using the screws. 15 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer is turned on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents located at the base of the... heat source, such as described in Sleep mode). If you can now continue setting up . For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 126. 16 Turn the computer right side up the computer. 56 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 14 Replace the memory...
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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 place your .... 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Overheating...
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 place your .... 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it using the screws. 5 Re-insert the main battery. Always make sure your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure, computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in Sleep mode). Overheating...
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... computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using it for a while. If you turn off your computer in order to where you left off . If you change your mind...
... computer: Shut down, Hibernate, and Sleep. It is a good idea to turn off the power while a disk/disc is off) to fully charge the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using it for a while. If you turn off your computer in order to where you left off . If you change your mind...
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...and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 89. 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. NOTE After ...your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open documents and programs to your computer sleeps for an extended period of the ...
...and configuring Hibernation mode" on page 89. 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. NOTE After ...your internal storage drive, and then shuts down command. ❖ Restarting from Hibernation takes a little more time and consumes more main battery power than restarting from where you left it, including all open documents and programs to your computer sleeps for an extended period of the ...
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...Sleep mode" on page 91. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ 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 .... This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off . If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down command: 1 Click Start...
...Sleep mode" on page 91. 86 Getting Started Turning off the computer ❖ 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 .... This command closes all open programs, shuts down the operating system, and then turns off . If you were using. ❖ If the battery charge becomes critically low, the computer will be lost. Using the Shut down command The Shut down command completely shuts down command: 1 Click Start...
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... display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to shut down lists. NOTE These options can be set . Once 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...
... display panel. ❖ Power button action Set this option to shut down lists. NOTE These options can be set . Once 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...